Consumer Durables Stocks Today BSE Index -0.7% Asian Paints -2.51% 18 August 2026

Consumer durables stocks today are under broad-based selling pressure as the BSE Consumer Durables index shed 0.7% on 18 August 2026, marking a second consecutive session of decline. Asian Paints leads the consumer durables stocks today losers with a 2.51% fall to Rs 2,627.40, followed by CG Consumer (-1.22% at Rs 243.30), Berger Paints (-0.86% at Rs 544.45), Voltas (-0.81% at Rs 1,256.80), Blue Star (-0.57% at Rs 1,500.85), Havells India (-0.52% at Rs 1,293.30), Kalyan Jewellers (-0.37% at Rs 607.00), and Titan Company (-0.30% at Rs 5,055.00). The selling reflects the same macro headwinds of rising crude prices and global risk-off sentiment that are pressuring the broader market.

Consumer durables is a sector with sensitivity to both input costs and consumer demand cycles. When crude oil rises, it pushes up costs for plastics, chemicals, and energy-intensive manufacturing that consumer durables companies rely on. The Sensex fell 0.44% on 18 August, and these stocks are declining broadly in line with or slightly worse than the index. For long-term investors, broad sector selloffs in quality consumer durables stocks today can represent attractive entry points if the fundamental growth story remains intact.

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Consumer Durables Stocks Today: Top BSE Losers , 18 August 2026

Company	CMP (Rs)	Change (%)	Volume
Asian Paints	2,627.40	-2.51%	24.91k
CG Consumer	243.30	-1.22%	35.23k
Berger Paints	544.45	-0.86%	7.43k
Voltas	1,256.80	-0.81%	51.19k
Blue Star	1,500.85	-0.57%	23.46k
Havells India	1,293.30	-0.52%	40.79k
Kalyan Jewellers	607.00	-0.37%	2,01.18k
Titan Company	5,055.00	-0.30%	8.70k

BSE Consumer Durables top losers data, 18 August 2026. Verify from bseindia.com. Data indicative.

Why Are these stocks Declining?

Input Cost Pressure From Crude and Commodity Prices

Paint companies like Asian Paints and Berger Paints are the most affected among consumer durables stocks today by rising crude oil prices. Crude is the feedstock for titanium dioxide, phthalic anhydride, and other key raw materials in paint manufacturing. When Brent crude rises to $91.14 as on 18 August, paint companies face near-term margin pressure, which is the primary reason Asian Paints is the biggest loser among consumer durables stocks today at -2.51%.

Consumer Discretionary Caution Impacts Voltas, Havells and Blue Star

Air conditioning and electrical equipment companies like Voltas, Havells, and Blue Star are declining among these stocks as investors apply a broader consumer discretionary discount in a risk-off environment. When macro uncertainty rises, investors typically rotate away from consumer discretionary names toward more defensive plays. This sector rotation is a secondary driver of consumer durables stocks today weakness beyond the input cost concern.

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Conclusion

these stocks on 18 August 2026 declined as the BSE Consumer Durables index fell 0.7% for a second consecutive session. Asian Paints (-2.51%), CG Consumer (-1.22%), Berger Paints (-0.86%), Voltas (-0.81%), Blue Star, Havells India, Kalyan Jewellers, and Titan Company are all in the red. The consumer durables stocks today weakness reflects input cost concerns from rising crude and broad market risk-off sentiment. Verify live prices from BSE and consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making investment decisions based on consumer durables stocks today data.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Consumer Durables Stocks Today

Which are the top loser consumer durables stocks today on 18 August 2026?

Ans. The top loser these stocks on 18 August 2026 are Asian Paints (-2.51% at Rs 2,627.40), CG Consumer (-1.22% at Rs 243.30), Berger Paints (-0.86% at Rs 544.45), Voltas (-0.81% at Rs 1,256.80), Blue Star (-0.57% at Rs 1,500.85), Havells India (-0.52% at Rs 1,293.30), Kalyan Jewellers (-0.37% at Rs 607.00), and Titan Company (-0.30% at Rs 5,055.00). The BSE Consumer Durables index was down 0.7% for a second consecutive session.

Why is the BSE Consumer Durables index down today?

Ans. The BSE Consumer Durables index is down 0.7% on 18 August 2026, its second consecutive day of decline, in line with the broader market weakness driven by rising crude prices, a weaker rupee, and global risk-off sentiment from US-Iran geopolitical tensions. Consumer durables companies also face input cost pressure when crude and commodity prices rise, as plastics, metals, and energy are key inputs for many products in this sector.

Why is Asian Paints the biggest loser among these stocks?

Ans. Asian Paints is the biggest loser among these stocks at -2.51% to Rs 2,627.40. Asian Paints is sensitive to crude oil and titanium dioxide input prices (both are key raw materials for paints), and rising crude prices on the US-Iran tension situation are pressuring the stock. Any commodity-driven margin squeeze concern tends to impact paint companies more sharply than other consumer durables names.

What is the BSE Consumer Durables index?

Ans. The BSE Consumer Durables index is a sectoral index of the Bombay Stock Exchange comprising companies in consumer electronics, home appliances, paints, cables, jewellery, and related consumer products. It includes companies like Titan, Havells, Voltas, Asian Paints, and Berger Paints. Tracking the BSE Consumer Durables index provides a snapshot of sector-wide momentum for these stocks.

Are consumer durables stocks good investments during market weakness?

Ans. Consumer durables companies are generally considered semi-defensive investments because they serve essential consumer needs. However, they are not fully immune to economic cycles: big-ticket purchases like air conditioners, refrigerators, and painting projects can be deferred during economic stress. The current weakness in these stocks reflects macro headwinds rather than a sector-specific fundamental problem. Long-term investors often view sector weakness as potential entry points. Consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor for guidance.

Why is Titan Company among the consumer durables losers today?

Ans. Titan Company (-0.30% at Rs 5,055.00) is among the these stocks losers despite being one of India's strongest consumer brands. Titan is losing value alongside the broader sector in a risk-off market environment. Its jewellery segment (Tanishq) faces a potential headwind if gold prices rise sharply (which tends to suppress consumer jewellery demand), while its watches and eyewear segments are consumer discretionary plays that can see demand softness in a slowing economy.

Where can I track consumer durables stocks today live?

Ans. Track these stocks live on BSE (bseindia.com) under the BSE Consumer Durables index section, or track individual stocks on NSE (nseindia.com). The Univest app provides live sector index tracking and individual stock prices for these stocks.