Berger Paints responds to increased competitive pressure in the decorative paint market by shifting focus towards industrial coatings for better profitability, as escalating crude prices due to geopolitical tensions put a squeeze on margins in other areas.

Berger Paints is set to announce its financial year 2026 results on May 12, 2026. The board will also discuss and decide on a potential dividend distribution for shareholders during this meeting.

Berger Paints is increasing its prices by 5-10% starting April 9, following a similar move by Asian Paints. This decision comes due to escalating costs of raw materials linked to crude oil, and the paint industry is experiencing margin pressure as a result of global energy volatility.