LPG crisis: Sales of instant food options, frozen snacks surge 20 per cent
Analysis of this story by et_companies · 16 Mar 2026, 12:39 AM IST (about 2 months ago)
AI Analysis
Consumer behavior shifts due to essential commodity shortages can create unexpected demand for substitute products.
Trading Insight
Bullish on FMCG companies with strong presence in instant food and frozen snack categories.
Quick check: MARUTI bearish bias (oversold), TATAMOTORS bearish bias (oversold).
Key Evidence
- •LPG crisis led to shortages and price hikes (up to 30%).
- •Sales of instant food options and frozen snacks surged 20%.
- •Also led to stock-outs of alternate cooking aids like induction cooktops.
- •Risk flag: LPG crisis might be temporary, impacting sustained demand
- •Risk flag: Increased competition in these segments
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Sources and updates
Original source: et_companies
Published: 16 Mar 2026, 12:39 AM IST
Last updated on Anadi News: 16 Mar 2026, 9:00 AM IST
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