India Coca‑Cola bottler SLMG says Middle East war risks pushing up prices

SLMG Beverages, Coca‑Cola's largest bottler in India, said it could raise some prices if rising packaging costs linked to the Middle East war are difficult to absorb. The comment signals margin pressure from higher input costs and potential pass-through to Indian consumers, a modest negative for demand but a protective step for margins.

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SLMG Beverages, Coca‑Cola's largest bottler in India, said it could raise some prices if rising packaging costs linked to the Middle East war are difficult to absorb. The comment signals margin pressure from higher input costs and potential pass-through to Indian consumers, a modest negative for demand but a protective step for margins.