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<ul><li>Bajaj Auto: Bajaj Auto’s Q4 PAT at INR19.4bn was ahead of our estimate of INR 17.7bn, driven by soft commodity prices and a better mix in the export markets</li><li>While BAL has posted a healthy performance in FY24, it is unlikely to sustain it, as (1) exports will take longer to revive in key markets of Africa and Latin America since they remain stressed due to inflation and fears linger due to current Red Sea crisis, (2) we expect growth rates in domestic motorcycles (and in 3Ws) to normalise in coming quarters on a high base and due to lack of adequate rainfall in FY24, (3) in 2W EVs, BAL is facing intense competitive pressure and uncertainty exists due to the upcoming general elections, (4) higher ad spending is expected due to the upcoming launches under the Pulsar brand</li><li>Given its outperformance in FY24, we raise estimates for FY25-26E marginally by 2% each.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj Auto: Bajaj Auto’s Q4 PAT at INR19.4bn was ahead of our estimate of INR 17.7bn, driven by soft commodity prices and a better mix in the export marketsWhile BAL has posted a healthy performance in FY24, it is unlikely to sustain it, as (1) exports will take longer to revive in key markets of Africa and Latin America since they remain stressed due to inflation and fears linger due to current Red Sea crisis, (2) we expect growth rates in domestic motorcycles (and in 3Ws) to normalise in coming quarters on a high base and due to lack of adequate rainfall in FY24, (3) in 2W EVs, BAL is facing intense competitive pressure and uncertainty exists due to the upcoming general elections, (4) higher ad spending is expected due to the upcoming launches under the Pulsar brandGiven its outperformance in FY24, we raise estimates for FY25-26E marginally by 2% each.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj Auto - Good Show but Headwinds Ahead

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Axis Direct

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<ul><li>Bajaj reported a strong set of results in Q4FY24. Revenue stood largely in line with our estimates with a ~3% beat at Rs 11,178 Cr, up ~29.5% YoY (down ~5.5% QoQ) led by ~27.6%/19.2% volume YoY growth in domestic/exports market respectively.</li><li>ASP (~3.2% beat) grew by ~4.3%/6.2% YoY/QoQ. The YoY growth in the ASP was led by product premiumisation, higher sales of 3W in the product mix and a ramp-up in EV sales.</li><li>EBITDA grew by ~34.4% YoY (down ~5.5% QoQ) to Rs 2,306 Cr, a ~5.1% beat vs our estimates, led by better gross margins and lower employee costs. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj reported a strong set of results in Q4FY24. Revenue stood largely in line with our estimates with a ~3% beat at Rs 11,178 Cr, up ~29.5% YoY (down ~5.5% QoQ) led by ~27.6%/19.2% volume YoY growth in domestic/exports market respectively.ASP (~3.2% beat) grew by ~4.3%/6.2% YoY/QoQ. The YoY growth in the ASP was led by product premiumisation, higher sales of 3W in the product mix and a ramp-up in EV sales.EBITDA grew by ~34.4% YoY (down ~5.5% QoQ) to Rs 2,306 Cr, a ~5.1% beat vs our estimates, led by better gross margins and lower employee costs. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj Auto  - Strong Q4 Results: Positives Largely Factored in Rich Valuations

Consumer Analyst / Channel Surveillance Specialist, Trudence Capital Advisors

Pranav Bhavsar

Consumer Analyst / Channel Surveillance Specialist

Trudence Capital Advisors

Trudence Capital Advisors Private Limited is a SEBI-registered Research Analyst, holding SEBI registration number INH000015747. Our firm is dedicated to providing independent and unbiased research on Indian mid to large-cap companies. Trudence Capital is known for its counter-consensus views, with a focus on forensic research and on-ground primary investigations. Our research approach is thorough, involving detailed analysis of accounting practices and governance, alongside extensive channel checks.

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<li>With the "Postcard" series, our objective is to bring to our readers on-ground insights based on interactions across key channels located in tier 2 and tier 3 locations.</li>
<li>For this postcard, we travel to the magnificent and iconic city of Agra. </li>
<li>We were pleasantly surprised by the rapid pace of electrification among three-wheelers, which is the topic of this postcard.</li>
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With the "Postcard" series, our objective is to bring to our readers on-ground insights based on interactions across key channels located in tier 2 and tier 3 locations.
For this postcard, we travel to the magnificent and iconic city of Agra. 
We were pleasantly surprised by the rapid pace of electrification among three-wheelers, which is the topic of this postcard.


Postcard from Agra | India's 3W EV Adaptation On the Ground

<ul><li>Bajaj reported a good set of results, largely in line with our estimates.</li><li>Revenue stood marginally below our estimate by 1.2% at Rs 12,114 Cr, up 30%/12.4% YoY/QoQ led by higher sales volume (up 22%/14% YoY/QoQ).</li><li>ASP (1.5% miss) grew by 7% YoY, down 1.3% QoQ. YoY growth in the ASP was led by product premiumisation and ramp-up in EV sales. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj reported a good set of results, largely in line with our estimates.Revenue stood marginally below our estimate by 1.2% at Rs 12,114 Cr, up 30%/12.4% YoY/QoQ led by higher sales volume (up 22%/14% YoY/QoQ).ASP (1.5% miss) grew by 7% YoY, down 1.3% QoQ. YoY growth in the ASP was led by product premiumisation and ramp-up in EV sales. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj Auto - Another Robust Quarter; Rich Valuation Factors in Positives

<ul><li>Bajaj Auto Ltd. has approved the buyback of 40 Lc shares at a price of Rs 10,000/share for an aggregate amount not exceeding 4,000 Cr.</li><li>The buyback offer amounts to 16.33% of the aggregate paid-up share capital of the company and will be executed through a Tender route.</li><li>The small shareholder category holds 5.44% (1.53 Cr shares) of the total holding. As per the guidelines, 15% of the total buyback is reserved for the “Small Shareholders” category.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj Auto Ltd. has approved the buyback of 40 Lc shares at a price of Rs 10,000/share for an aggregate amount not exceeding 4,000 Cr.The buyback offer amounts to 16.33% of the aggregate paid-up share capital of the company and will be executed through a Tender route.The small shareholder category holds 5.44% (1.53 Cr shares) of the total holding. As per the guidelines, 15% of the total buyback is reserved for the “Small Shareholders” category.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Bajaj Auto Ltd-  Buyback Tender Offer; Return Potential of 5%-6.4%in 3-4 Months

India

Bajaj Auto Limited manufactures and distributes motorized two-wheeled and three-wheeled scooters, motorcycles and mopeds.

Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN)

Bajaj Auto - Good Show but Headwinds Ahead

Bajaj Auto’s Q4 PAT at INR19.4bn was ahead of our estimate of INR 17.7bn, driven by soft commodity prices and a better mix in the export markets

HDFC Securities

Bajaj Auto - Strong Q4 Results: Positives Largely Factored in Rich Valuations

Revenue stood largely in line with our estimates with a ~3% beat at Rs 11,178 Cr, up ~29.5% YoY (down ~5.5% QoQ) led by ~27.6%/19.2% volume YoY...

Axis Direct

Postcard from Agra | India's 3W EV Adaptation On the Ground

Exploring the rapid electrification of three-wheelers in Agra, providing on-ground insights from tier 2 and tier 3 locations.

Pranav Bhavsar

Bajaj Auto - Another Robust Quarter; Rich Valuation Factors in Positives

Revenue stood marginally below our estimate by 1.2% at Rs 12,114 Cr, up 30%/12.4% YoY/QoQ led by higher sales volume (up 22%/14% YoY/QoQ).

Axis Direct

Bajaj Auto Ltd- Buyback Tender Offer; Return Potential of 5%-6.4%in 3-4 Months

Bajaj Auto Ltd. has approved the buyback of 40 Lc shares at a price of Rs 10,000/share for an aggregate amount not exceeding 4,000 Cr.

Axis Direct

Bajaj Auto - Good Show but Headwinds Ahead

Bajaj Auto’s Q4 PAT at INR19.4bn was ahead of our estimate of INR 17.7bn, driven by soft commodity prices and a better mix in the export markets

HDFC Securities

Bajaj Auto - Strong Q4 Results: Positives Largely Factored in Rich Valuations

Revenue stood largely in line with our estimates with a ~3% beat at Rs 11,178 Cr, up ~29.5% YoY (down ~5.5% QoQ) led by ~27.6%/19.2% volume YoY...

Axis Direct

Postcard from Agra | India's 3W EV Adaptation On the Ground

​Exploring the rapid electrification of three-wheelers in Agra, providing on-ground insights from tier 2 and tier 3 locations.

Pranav Bhavsar

Bajaj Auto - Another Robust Quarter; Rich Valuation Factors in Positives

Revenue stood marginally below our estimate by 1.2% at Rs 12,114 Cr, up 30%/12.4% YoY/QoQ led by higher sales volume (up 22%/14% YoY/QoQ).

Axis Direct

Bajaj Auto Ltd- Buyback Tender Offer; Return Potential of 5%-6.4%in 3-4 Months

Bajaj Auto Ltd. has approved the buyback of 40 Lc shares at a price of Rs 10,000/share for an aggregate amount not exceeding 4,000 Cr.

Axis Direct

Exploring the rapid electrification of three-wheelers in Agra, providing on-ground insights from tier 2 and tier 3 locations.