Air conditioners, televisions and household appliances set to become expensive
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Prices of household appliances and electronics are expected to increase starting October 1st due to rising raw material costs and currency fluctuations.
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- Prices for air conditioners are projected to rise by 5 to 8 percent while washing machines, refrigerators and LED televisions may increase by 3 to 4 percent.
- Fluctuating currency exchange rates and the increased costs of raw materials like copper, steel and crude oil are driving these price adjustments.
- Companies including Blue Star, Godrej Appliances, Haier, Daikin, Super Plastronics, LG and Bosch Home Comfort have confirmed the upcoming price hikes.
- Consumers might still find products at current prices until Diwali because distributors have already stocked older inventory.
What to watch next
- Impact of price increases on consumer festive season purchasing
- Potential further volatility in currency exchange rates
- Fluctuations in global raw material costs
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NamedIndia · Blue Star · Bosch Home Comfort · Daikin · Godrej Appliances · Haier · LG · Super Plastronics
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