From price volatility to cost certainty: Why MSMEs need to hedge
In a volatile commodity environment, moving from reactive pricing to proactive risk management could help MSMEs protect margins
Small manufacturers may not directly purchase crude oil, but rising crude prices can significantly impact their operations. India's MSME sector, which employs over 32.82 crore people, faces challenges due to commodity-price volatility. MSMEs, often with limited pricing power, must decide whether to absorb higher costs or risk losing customers by raising prices.
Hedging offers a practical solution for managing input-price volatility, providing cost certainty by offsetting adverse movements in crude-linked prices. This enables MSMEs to protect margins, improve business planning, and build resilience in a volatile commodity environment.
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