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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Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Positive retail flows, HNI &amp; AIF inflows, along with global market trends, suggest that the uptrend for the <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/nifty-index" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:23617:1" rel="noopener">NIFTY Index (NIFTY INDEX)</a> may continue.</li>
<li>Bullish stocks include <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/metro-brands" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:35289:1" rel="noopener">Metro Brands (METROBRA IN)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/zydus-wellness-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:4353:1" rel="noopener">Zydus Wellness (ZYWL IN)</a>, while the sentiment for <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/whirlpool-of-india-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:7270:1" rel="noopener">Whirlpool of India (WHIRL IN)</a> is Bearish.</li>
<li>Highlighted global stocks include <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/ebix-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:4022:1" rel="noopener">Ebix (EBIX US)</a> , <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/smith-a-o-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:18645:1" rel="noopener">Smith (A.O.) (AOS US)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/apple-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:666:1" rel="noopener">Apple (AAPL US)</a> </li>
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Positive retail flows, HNI &amp; AIF inflows, along with global market trends, suggest that the uptrend for the NIFTY Index (NIFTY INDEX) may continue.
Bullish stocks include Metro Brands (METROBRA IN) and Zydus Wellness (ZYWL IN), while the sentiment for Whirlpool of India (WHIRL IN) is Bearish.
Highlighted global stocks include Ebix (EBIX US) , Smith (A.O.) (AOS US) and Apple (AAPL US) 


[Week 1] Namaste India 🙏 | Whirlpool Stock Performance Is Good, Earnings Are Not

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<ul><li>FY23 for Bajaj Auto was characterised by strong domestic sales but weak exports, which continued to weigh on overall sales.</li><li>Despite lower sales volumes, revenue grew YoY due to higher ASPs during the year, which was led by price increases, higher share of 3W, and higher share of 125cc+ in the sales mix.</li><li>The management continued to focus on the EV and premium motorcycle and as a result, Capex stood higher in FY23. </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.

FY23 for Bajaj Auto was characterised by strong domestic sales but weak exports, which continued to weigh on overall sales.Despite lower sales volumes, revenue grew YoY due to higher ASPs during the year, which was led by price increases, higher share of 3W, and higher share of 125cc+ in the sales mix.The management continued to focus on the EV and premium motorcycle and as a result, Capex stood higher in FY23. 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.

Annual Report Analysis - Bajaj Auto - 28th Aug 2023

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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<ul><li>Q1FY24 earnings season saw an overall in-line performance, with wide divergences across sectors and companies</li><li>Aggregate revenue/PAT grew by 3%/52% YoY across the HSIE coverage (~219 stocks), with their four-year CAGRs at 12%/22%</li><li>Large-cap stocks of the coverage universe dominated the incremental earnings, which grew by 55% YoY, while the midcap category grew by 24% YoY</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.

Q1FY24 earnings season saw an overall in-line performance, with wide divergences across sectors and companiesAggregate revenue/PAT grew by 3%/52% YoY across the HSIE coverage (~219 stocks), with their four-year CAGRs at 12%/22%Large-cap stocks of the coverage universe dominated the incremental earnings, which grew by 55% YoY, while the midcap category grew by 24% YoYContent 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.

India Equity Strategy: Input cost deflation hurts topline but boosts profitability

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<li>Triumph-Bajaj midsize bike melds the expertise of Triumph Motorcycles and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/bajaj-auto-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3613:1" rel="noopener">Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN)</a>  for top-tier quality, targeting the midsize market with dual-brand prowess.</li>
<li>Triumph-Bajaj sparks fervour with strong inquiries and bookings in tier-two and tier-one locations, though supply constraints present challenges.</li>
<li>Triumph stands out targeting the 30+ age group seeking premium leisure riding, employing exclusive dealerships and unique pricing to enhance ownership experience.</li>
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Triumph-Bajaj midsize bike melds the expertise of Triumph Motorcycles and Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN)  for top-tier quality, targeting the midsize market with dual-brand prowess.
Triumph-Bajaj sparks fervour with strong inquiries and bookings in tier-two and tier-one locations, though supply constraints present challenges.
Triumph stands out targeting the 30+ age group seeking premium leisure riding, employing exclusive dealerships and unique pricing to enhance ownership experience.


Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN) | The Market Dominance Playbook

<ul><li>Larsen &amp; Toubro: Larsen &amp; Toubro (LT) reported yet another strong quarter, beating our estimates on all fronts, led by robust execution owing to a strong opening order book</li><li>EBITDA margin came in at 10.2% (-87/-155bps YoY/QoQ vs our estimate of 11.3%), impacted by the Covid-era legacy projects nearing completion (Q3FY24 should complete), partly offset by lower employee expenses and better overhead absorption</li><li>The Hyderabad metro saw ridership improving to 422k per day from 408k per day in Q4FY23</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.

Larsen &amp; Toubro: Larsen &amp; Toubro (LT) reported yet another strong quarter, beating our estimates on all fronts, led by robust execution owing to a strong opening order bookEBITDA margin came in at 10.2% (-87/-155bps YoY/QoQ vs our estimate of 11.3%), impacted by the Covid-era legacy projects nearing completion (Q3FY24 should complete), partly offset by lower employee expenses and better overhead absorptionThe Hyderabad metro saw ridership improving to 422k per day from 408k per day in Q4FY23Content 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.

HSIE Results Daily: Larsen & Toubro, Asian Paints, Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto

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

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Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN)

[Week 1] Namaste India 🙏 | Whirlpool Stock Performance Is Good, Earnings Are Not

The NIFTY Index could continue its uptrend. Bullish names include Metro, and Zydus Wellness, Global names to watch are Ebix, Smith (A.O.), and Apple.

Pranav Bhavsar

Annual Report Analysis - Bajaj Auto - 28th Aug 2023

Despite lower sales volumes, revenue grew YoY due to higher ASPs during the year, which was led by price increases, higher share of 3W, and higher...

Axis Direct

India Equity Strategy: Input cost deflation hurts topline but boosts profitability

Large-cap stocks of the coverage universe dominated the incremental earnings, which grew by 55% YoY, while the midcap category grew by 24% YoY

HDFC Securities