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Rising costs may hit smaller local Cos, says Unilever CEO Fernando Fernandez

Unilever has said that supply chain disruptions and rising crude-linked input costs could pressure smaller local competitors in India, potentially easing price competition in the consumer goods sector. Speaking during the companys earnings call, CEO Fernando Fernandez noted that shortages faced by some local players in India and Southeast Asia may strengthen Unilevers ability to pass on price increases in the future, particularly in categories such as laundry products.

1 May 2026 12:46 am