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inventory
India Inc Stockpiles Essential Parts and Raw Materials Ahead of Festive Season Amid West Asia Crisis
Facing renewed West Asia tensions and shipping disruptions, Indian companies are stockpiling essential parts and raw materials by up to 20% ahead of the festive season. Parle Products, Zydus Wellness, and Super Plastronics are among those building buffers to prevent stock-outs and production delays.
Commodities India's Crude Oil Inventory Nears One-Year High on Strong Imports After US-Iran War Depletion
India's crude oil inventories have recovered to near a one-year high at 104 million barrels at end-June, according to Kpler, up from 90.5 million in April. The rebound was driven by strong imports, including record Russian crude purchases exceeding 2.5 million bpd, after stocks were depleted during the US-Iran conflict that disrupted flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The current inventory is sufficient for about 21 days of consumption.
Manufacturing Semaglutide therapy market faces Rs 100 crore excess stock after initial rush
The Indian semaglutide therapy market is facing an excess stock of approximately Rs 100 crore, with stockists holding 50-60 days of inventory after a sharp slowdown in May sales. The market had surged following patent expiry in March but growth slowed drastically, leading to a halt in fresh procurement from pharmaceutical companies.
Commodities US Strategic Petroleum Reserve Falls to Lowest Level Since 1983 Amid Iran Conflict
The US Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) has fallen to 340.3 million barrels as of June 12, 2026, the lowest since July 1983. The Trump administration released 8.9 million barrels over the past week, part of 75 million barrels drawn since the war with Iran began in late February. Industry officials warn the reserve could face operational constraints if the drawdown continues, with replenishment not expected before hurricane season.
Supply Chain India's Reservoir Levels Threaten Supply Chain Stability
India's reservoir levels have fallen below 30% capacity, posing significant risks to supply chains reliant on water resources. This situation demands strategic inventory management and supplier diversification to mitigate potential disruptions.