AC, TV and appliance prices to rise 5–8% from October 1, 2026

Leading appliance and consumer electronics makers will raise prices of air conditioners, LED TVs, washing machines and other products by 5–8% effective October 1, 2026. The hike is driven by soaring copper, steel and crude derivative costs plus currency volatility amid the West Asia crisis. It marks the industry's third round of price increases in 2026.

• Prices to increase 5–8% effective October 1, 2026
• Air conditioners, LED TVs and washing machines affected
• Driven by higher copper, steel and crude derivative costs
• Third round of price hikes in the industry in 2026