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<ul><li>Demand for entry-level cars and two wheelers has remained subdued post FY19 as emission norms, safety norms and general inflation have led to an increased cost of the vehicle</li><li>The salary/wage of the consumer has not risen in line with vehicle cost inflation, thus increasing the affordability gap</li><li>We believe that there are customers who have been waiting on the sidelines to purchase a vehicle as and when it becomes affordable to them</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.

Demand for entry-level cars and two wheelers has remained subdued post FY19 as emission norms, safety norms and general inflation have led to an increased cost of the vehicleThe salary/wage of the consumer has not risen in line with vehicle cost inflation, thus increasing the affordability gapWe believe that there are customers who have been waiting on the sidelines to purchase a vehicle as and when it becomes affordable to themContent 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.

Autos: GST Rate Cuts to Revive the Entry-Level Segment

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<li>The GST Council has approved rate cuts , lowering from 28-29% to 18% for 2Ws (&lt;350cc), 3Ws, CVs, tractors and small PVs, while larger cars move to 40% from 43-50%. 
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Price cuts of 2–9% in mass-market vehicles could spur demand just as rural sentiment, interest rates, and fiscal transfers turn supportive, creating a multi-pronged recovery catalyst for OEMs and ancillaries.</li>
<li>The rationalization removes structural distortions, improves affordability, and positions the festive season as a turning point for sector volumes and improved margins, though premium bikes and fleet operators face headwinds.</li>
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The GST Council has approved rate cuts , lowering from 28-29% to 18% for 2Ws (&lt;350cc), 3Ws, CVs, tractors and small PVs, while larger cars move to 40% from 43-50%. 


Price cuts of 2–9% in mass-market vehicles could spur demand just as rural sentiment, interest rates, and fiscal transfers turn supportive, creating a multi-pronged recovery catalyst for OEMs and ancillaries.
The rationalization removes structural distortions, improves affordability, and positions the festive season as a turning point for sector volumes and improved margins, though premium bikes and fleet operators face headwinds.


GST Reform in Indian Auto Sector: Demand Revival Meets Margin Expansion Ahead of Festive Surge.

<ul><li>Bajaj Auto: The company continues to face headwinds in its key export market, Nigeria</li><li>While currency tailwinds should aid the rest of the exports, we believe that it is a double-edged sword, which is likely to cause higher currency inflation in Nigeria, leading to lower purchasing power</li><li>The heavy rare earth magnet shortage has compelled the company to look at alternatives, which could lead to a temporary fix post Q2, though it would take 6-9 months to completely de-risk from the supply risk</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: The company continues to face headwinds in its key export market, NigeriaWhile currency tailwinds should aid the rest of the exports, we believe that it is a double-edged sword, which is likely to cause higher currency inflation in Nigeria, leading to lower purchasing powerThe heavy rare earth magnet shortage has compelled the company to look at alternatives, which could lead to a temporary fix post Q2, though it would take 6-9 months to completely de-risk from the supply riskContent 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.

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<li>This insight details about the weekly changes in the holding company discount in India.</li>
<li>We track the reasons for change in the holdco discount if any.</li>
<li>While this note captures 4 holding companies, we intend to add more names in coming weeks.</li>
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This insight details about the weekly changes in the holding company discount in India.
We track the reasons for change in the holdco discount if any.
While this note captures 4 holding companies, we intend to add more names in coming weeks.


HoldCo Weekly (18 Sep): Where’s the Discount?

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<li>India-UK FTA negotiations officially concluded May 6, 2025, securing tariff-free UK market access for many Indian goods.</li>
<li>Eliminating UK duties boosts Indian textile competitiveness significantly and improves mobility for service professionals, driving trade growth.</li>
<li>Increases optimism for Indian textile, IT, and export-focused stocks as the FTA unlocks substantial new opportunities.</li>
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India-UK FTA negotiations officially concluded May 6, 2025, securing tariff-free UK market access for many Indian goods.
Eliminating UK duties boosts Indian textile competitiveness significantly and improves mobility for service professionals, driving trade growth.
Increases optimism for Indian textile, IT, and export-focused stocks as the FTA unlocks substantial new opportunities.


India-UK FTA: Early Thoughts on Trade and Opportunity

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Autos: GST Rate Cuts to Revive the Entry-Level Segment

Demand for entry-level cars and two wheelers has remained subdued post FY19 as emission norms, safety norms and general inflation have led to an...

HDFC Securities

GST Reform in Indian Auto Sector: Demand Revival Meets Margin Expansion Ahead of Festive Surge.

GST Council approves rate cuts, boosting demand for mass-market vehicles and creating a multi-pronged recovery catalyst for OEMs and ancillaries.

Sudarshan Bhandari

HSIE Results Daily: Bajaj Auto, Trent, Lupin, Prestige Estates, Berger Paints...

Bajaj Auto: The company continues to face headwinds in its key export market, NigeriaWhile currency tailwinds should aid the rest of the exports,...

HDFC Securities

HoldCo Weekly (18 Sep): Where’s the Discount?

This insight details about the weekly changes in the holding company discount in India and where do we see near term triggers.

Sreemant Dudhoria

India-UK FTA: Early Thoughts on Trade and Opportunity

India and UK finalize FTA, granting tariff-free access for Indian goods, boosting textile and service sectors, and sparking optimism for export...

Nimish Maheshwari

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Autos: GST Rate Cuts to Revive the Entry-Level Segment

Demand for entry-level cars and two wheelers has remained subdued post FY19 as emission norms, safety norms and general inflation have led to an...

HDFC Securities

GST Reform in Indian Auto Sector: Demand Revival Meets Margin Expansion Ahead of Festive Surge.

​GST Council approves rate cuts, boosting demand for mass-market vehicles and creating a multi-pronged recovery catalyst for OEMs and ancillaries.

Sudarshan Bhandari

HSIE Results Daily: Bajaj Auto, Trent, Lupin, Prestige Estates, Berger Paints...

Bajaj Auto: The company continues to face headwinds in its key export market, NigeriaWhile currency tailwinds should aid the rest of the exports,...

HDFC Securities

HoldCo Weekly (18 Sep): Where’s the Discount?

This insight details about the weekly changes in the holding company discount in India and where do we see near term triggers.

Sreemant Dudhoria

India-UK FTA: Early Thoughts on Trade and Opportunity

​India and UK finalize FTA, granting tariff-free access for Indian goods, boosting textile and service sectors, and sparking optimism for export...

Nimish Maheshwari

GST Council approves rate cuts, boosting demand for mass-market vehicles and creating a multi-pronged recovery catalyst for OEMs and ancillaries.

India and UK finalize FTA, granting tariff-free access for Indian goods, boosting textile and service sectors, and sparking optimism for export...