New Delhi, July 7 -- Consumer durable companies are likely to post mixed trends in the first quarter of FY26, with the Room Air Conditioner (RAC) segment expected to be most impacted due to a weak summer season, according to a report by Motilal Oswal.

The report highlighted that the RAC segment was affected by initially low temperatures, followed by the early arrival of monsoon in the southern and western regions of India.

It stated, "Consumer durable companies are expected to post mixed growth trends in 1QFY26E. The RAC segment was affected by a weak summer season"

As per the report, this unusual weather pattern led to weak demand for RACs and other summer products. As a result, industry demand for RACs is estimated to decline by arou...