Jefferies cuts KEI Industries target price by 11%. Will UltraTech’s entry put the company at risk?

Jefferies has cut its target price for KEI Industries by 11% to Rs 6,150, citing concerns over UltraTech Cement’s entry into wires and cables. The brokerage expects some retail market-share pressure but believes KEI can offset the impact through power transmission cables and exports, retaining its Buy rating on the stock.