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Sudarshan Bhandari

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

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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.

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<ul><li>Cumulatively for April–July FY26, 2W domestic sales declined 3% YoY to 59.8 Lc units as Hero (-6%) and Bajaj (-11%) dragged overall volumes, despite strong performances from TVS (+13%) and RE (+15%).</li><li>On the other hand, 2W exports surged 25% YoY to 14.5 Lc units, reflecting improved traction in global markets, especially Africa and Latin America.</li><li>On a YTD basis, 3W domestic wholesales rose 12% YoY to 2.42 Lc units, led by M&amp;M (+41%), TVS (+38%), and a marginal dip at Bajaj. </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.

Cumulatively for April–July FY26, 2W domestic sales declined 3% YoY to 59.8 Lc units as Hero (-6%) and Bajaj (-11%) dragged overall volumes, despite strong performances from TVS (+13%) and RE (+15%).On the other hand, 2W exports surged 25% YoY to 14.5 Lc units, reflecting improved traction in global markets, especially Africa and Latin America.On a YTD basis, 3W domestic wholesales rose 12% YoY to 2.42 Lc units, led by M&amp;M (+41%), TVS (+38%), and a marginal dip at Bajaj. 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.

<ul><li>Jun’25 Wholesale Volumes: The overall domestic 2W industry witnessed 2% marginal uptick (and 10% YoY without HMSI) in volumes, led by outperformance in exports (up 35% YoY) while the domestic industry witnessed 3% YoY decline.</li><li>Domestic PV industry sales volume was down 7-8% YoY, due to declines in Hyundai /TaMo /Maruti being partly offset by strong volumes by M&amp;M and JSW MG, followed by Toyota.</li><li>The domestic CV industry (proxy) saw a degrowth of 4% YoY, while the domestic tractor industry (proxy) registered 15% YoY volume growth in Jun’25.</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.

Jun’25 Wholesale Volumes: The overall domestic 2W industry witnessed 2% marginal uptick (and 10% YoY without HMSI) in volumes, led by outperformance in exports (up 35% YoY) while the domestic industry witnessed 3% YoY decline.Domestic PV industry sales volume was down 7-8% YoY, due to declines in Hyundai /TaMo /Maruti being partly offset by strong volumes by M&amp;M and JSW MG, followed by Toyota.The domestic CV industry (proxy) saw a degrowth of 4% YoY, while the domestic tractor industry (proxy) registered 15% YoY volume growth in Jun’25.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.

<ul><li>May’25 Wholesale Volumes: The overall domestic 2W industry witnessed a 3% marginal uptick (and 7% YoY without HMSI) in volumes led by outperformance in TVS, RE, Suzuki Motorcycles (Bajaj/ Hero grew by 2% each).</li><li>Domestic PV industry sales volumes were flat YoY. While Toyota, M&amp;M, JSW, MG, and Kia reported strong volumes, this was offset by volume declines in Hyundai, TaMo, and Maruti.</li><li>The domestic CV industry saw a degrowth of 1% YoY, while the domestic tractor industry registered 8% YoY volume growth.</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.

May’25 Wholesale Volumes: The overall domestic 2W industry witnessed a 3% marginal uptick (and 7% YoY without HMSI) in volumes led by outperformance in TVS, RE, Suzuki Motorcycles (Bajaj/ Hero grew by 2% each).Domestic PV industry sales volumes were flat YoY. While Toyota, M&amp;M, JSW, MG, and Kia reported strong volumes, this was offset by volume declines in Hyundai, TaMo, and Maruti.The domestic CV industry saw a degrowth of 1% YoY, while the domestic tractor industry registered 8% YoY volume growth.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.

Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic, Sree Capital

Sreemant Dudhoria

Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

Fundamental Research on Listed Indian Companies

Sree Capital

Sree Capital is a platform to share fundamental research on listed Indian companies. We do this research for our own investment

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<li>Our selection of Indian Auto companies is based on these characteristics: value, near term growth triggers, margin of safety and management commentary post Q4FY25 Results.</li>
<li>We present our list of stocks in the BUY, SELL(short) and HOLD category in this insight.</li>
<li>We will review our note on these names post their monthly sales volume performance and outlook in medium term.</li>
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Our selection of Indian Auto companies is based on these characteristics: value, near term growth triggers, margin of safety and management commentary post Q4FY25 Results.
We present our list of stocks in the BUY, SELL(short) and HOLD category in this insight.
We will review our note on these names post their monthly sales volume performance and outlook in medium term.


Shortlist Of High Conviction Long and Short Ideas in Indian Auto:Growth Outlook & Valuation-May 2025

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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

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - July 2025

The industry outlook remains cautiously optimistic, with festive stocking and monsoon progression as key variables for demand in H2FY26.

Axis Direct

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - June 2025

Domestic PV industry sales volume was down 7-8% YoY, due to declines in Hyundai /TaMo /Maruti being partly offset by strong volumes by M&M and JSW...

Axis Direct

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - May 2025

The overall domestic 2W industry witnessed a 3% marginal uptick (and 7% YoY without HMSI) in volumes led by outperformance in TVS, RE, Suzuki...

Axis Direct

Shortlist Of High Conviction Long and Short Ideas in Indian Auto:Growth Outlook & Valuation-May 2025

Highlights Indian Auto companies based on value, growth triggers and management commentary post Q4FY25 results. Stocks categorized as BUY, SELL...

Sreemant Dudhoria

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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

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - July 2025

The industry outlook remains cautiously optimistic, with festive stocking and monsoon progression as key variables for demand in H2FY26.

Axis Direct

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - June 2025

Domestic PV industry sales volume was down 7-8% YoY, due to declines in Hyundai /TaMo /Maruti being partly offset by strong volumes by M&M and JSW...

Axis Direct

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - May 2025

The overall domestic 2W industry witnessed a 3% marginal uptick (and 7% YoY without HMSI) in volumes led by outperformance in TVS, RE, Suzuki...

Axis Direct

Shortlist Of High Conviction Long and Short Ideas in Indian Auto:Growth Outlook & Valuation-May 2025

​Highlights Indian Auto companies based on value, growth triggers and management commentary post Q4FY25 results. Stocks categorized as BUY, SELL...

Sreemant Dudhoria

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

Highlights Indian Auto companies based on value, growth triggers and management commentary post Q4FY25 results. Stocks categorized as BUY, SELL...