About IMA

IMA is a niche economic, business and market research firm that provides insights and analysis to top management audiences in India through multiple channels. For over two decades, IMA’s research and opinion has informed the perspectives of investors, industry and government. IMA is the country’s largest peer group platform for top functional executives, comprising more than 2,500 Indian and global business/functional heads from over 1,500 member companies.

 

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    Resilience and Opportunity: The Future of India's Chemical Industry

    Tuesday January 14, 2025

    The Indian chemicals sector stands at the crossroads of innovation and opportunity, poised to emerge as a global powerhouse. A 2023 McKinsey report highlights India's rise to its current position as the world’s sixth largest producer of chemicals, with a market size of ~USD 114 billion, which is increasing at 7-8% a year. Fuelling this growth are an embrace of China+1 strategies by global players; and a ramping-up of local capacity to meet domestic demand and capitalise on export opportunities. India's long-standing advantages – including a large domestic market and skilled workers – also position it for growth. However, the sector’s journey is riddled with challenges, including rising raw material costs, supply-chain vulnerabilities and a stringent regulatory landscape. To navigate these complexities and seize emerging opportunities, a strategic focus on innovation, sustainability and resilience is paramount

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    Generation Alpha The workforce of the future

    Tuesday January 14, 2025

    Starting this year, organisations across the world will experience another generational shift as Gen Alpha – today’s teenagers, born between 2010 and 2020 – begin to enter the professional realm. These digital natives have grown up completely immersed in technology, from AI-powered toys to virtual classrooms. Their experiences, shaped by pandemic-era disruptions and the ubiquity of social media, have cultivated a unique set of skills, values and expectations. Raised in a world shaped by rapid technological advancements, environmental challenges and unprecedented global connectivity, Gen Alpha is poised to redefine how we work, collaborate and innovate.