Mar 12 • 07:03 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Surge in shares amid LPG shortage, prices jump up to 20%

Shares of some Indian home appliance companies have surged by up to 20% amidst an LPG shortage influenced by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Amidst the backdrop of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, the Indian stock market has been experiencing declines, particularly over the last few sessions. However, some companies have reported significant gains, with certain shares rising by as much as 20% as the country faces a shortage of LPG. This shortage has led to an increased demand for electric cooking appliances, prompting a surge in the stocks of domestic manufacturers.

Among the companies that have seen stock price increases are Japan Industries Limited, TTK Prestige Limited, and Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Limited, all experiencing notable jumps in their stock value on Thursday morning. Reports indicate that Japan Industries' shares soared by 20%, crossing the INR 30 mark, while TTK Prestige and Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances saw their shares increase by 6.59% and 5.03%, respectively. This market movement reflects the immediate impact of consumer demand for alternative cooking options in response to the anticipated LPG supply crisis.

Other related stocks, such as Epac Durable Limited, Bajaj Electricals Limited, and Stove Kraft Limited, also registered gains, with increases of 1.66%, 1.67%, and 1.24%, respectively. These developments indicate a broader trend within the market as investors react to shifting consumer needs and the economic pressures caused by the LPG shortage, pointing towards a potential long-term shift in cooking appliance preferences in India.

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