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Daikin bets on India’s booming AC market, plans to triple production by 2030

With its rising middle class, India is one of the world’s fastest-growing markets for air conditioners, set to surpass the US to become the second-largest behind China by 2036

Business Standard

Daikin, world's no 1 air-conditioner maker, to expand capacity in India

With its rising middle class, India is one of the world's fastest-growing markets for air conditioners, set to surpass the US to become the second-largest behind China by 2036, according to IEA

Business Standard

India's power consumption declines 4.7% to 144.2 billion units in Aug

India's power consumption declined 4.7 to 144.21 billion units (BU) in August compared to the year-ago period, mainly due to the above normal rainfall across the country which reduced the use of cooling appliances like air conditioners and desert coolers. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the country recorded 287.1 mm of rainfall in August, which is about 16 per cent higher than the normal 248.1 mm. In August 2023, the power consumption stood at 151.32 BU, according to official data. The highest supply in a day (peak power demand met) also contracted to 216.68 GW in August 2024 against 236.29 GW in the year-ago month. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of about 250GW in May this year. The previous all-time high peak power demand of 243.27 GW was recorded in September 2023. Earlier this year, the power ministry projected a peak power demand of 235 GW during the day and 225 GW during evening hours for May and 240 GW during daytime and 235 GW in the eveni

The Economic Times

India's power consumption declines 4.7 pc to 144.2 billion units in Aug

India's power consumption dropped by 4.7 per cent to 144.21 billion units in August compared to the previous year, due to above-normal rainfall across the country. This reduced the use of cooling appliances like air conditioners. Peak power demand also contracted from 236.29 GW to 216.68 GW. Experts expect steady power consumption ahead with the onset of the festival season.

The Economic Times

Premium consumer electronics sales growing faster online than in stores

Online sales of high-value electronics such as air-conditioners, washing machines, and laptops grew significantly faster than offline sales in the first half of 2024. GfK-NielsenIQ data revealed a 17% increase in online consumer electronics sales compared to 12% offline. Consumers now prefer the convenience and better deals offered by online shopping platforms.

Business Standard

Major domestic appliances market sees 18% growth in first half of 2024

The market of major domestic appliances saw an 18 per cent value-based growth in the first half of 2024, helped by a strong demand for essential household items, according to a report from GfK. The growth in MDA (major domestic appliances) market was led by Key categories such as air-conditioners and refrigerators, which reported a growth of 30 per cent and 7 per cent, respectively. "This growth is 3X of growth in 2023 over the previous year," said the report from GfK, which is now an NIQ Company, a leading global market and consumer intelligence firm. The small domestic appliances market recorded a 29 per cent increase in value, reflecting heightened consumer interest in home convenience products, according to the report. The report also added that customers are now looking for feature-rich and premium products, which is fuelling the value growth in the appliance segment. Now washing machines with capacities of 9kg or above have recorded an "impressive growth rate of 30 per cent"

The Economic Times

LG to focus on increasing localisation of commercial AC in India; sets up separate service entity

LG Electronics Inc is focusing on commercial air-conditioners in India, launching a new company for their service and maintenance, said a senior executive. Production of compressors has started locally with 50% localization, aiming to increase. LG plans to leverage India's manufacturing for exports and has set up six HVAC training academies

The Economic Times

Govt reopens PLI window for white goods

The Indian government has reopened applications for the PLI scheme for air conditioners and LED lights, allowing companies to invest more in manufacturing key components. With an outlay of ₹6,238 crores, the scheme, running from FY22 to FY29, aims to boost domestic production. Major firms like Voltas and Daikin are considering new investments.

The Economic Times

Indians battle intense heat with 'mad rush' for air conditioners, beer

Demand for beer in India is at a multi-year high, and air conditioner sales are skyrocketing due to the intense, unprecedented heat affecting parts of the country. Temperatures in the Indian capital Delhi and the western state of Rajasthan have soared to almost 50 degrees Celsius in recent weeks. Scientists attribute the increasingly severe hot summer to human-driven climate change.