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>This insight provides select Industry-wise highlights from the 59 checks, across 5 sectors and 14 industries that we did in Q4 (Jan 2022 to March 2022).</li>
<li>The objective of the checks is to understand the underlying business narrative not to forecast the coming quarter and hence the limited sample sizes. </li>
<li>These checks are used as a tool to identify areas of discrepancy between management commentary and ground reality that could be the subject of future deeper dives. </li>
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This insight provides select Industry-wise highlights from the 59 checks, across 5 sectors and 14 industries that we did in Q4 (Jan 2022 to March 2022).
The objective of the checks is to understand the underlying business narrative not to forecast the coming quarter and hence the limited sample sizes. 
These checks are used as a tool to identify areas of discrepancy between management commentary and ground reality that could be the subject of future deeper dives. 


India Channel Insight | Q4 Report Card | 59 Checks Across 5 Sectors

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), Axis Direct

Axis Direct

External broker reports(aggregated public sources)

Axis Direct is the flagship brand under Axis Securities Limited, a subsidiary of Axis Bank in India. 

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<li>FY22 was a difficult year for the auto industry on account of supply-chain challenges as well as RM headwinds, resulting in an increased total cost of ownership</li>
<li>In Mar’22, wholesale volumes for the PV industry remained flat but it continued its sequential recovery (up 6% MoM), led by improvement in chip availability</li>
<li>The 2W and tractor segments declined by 21% and 10% respectively on a YoY basis on account of muted demand and the high base of the last year</li>
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FY22 was a difficult year for the auto industry on account of supply-chain challenges as well as RM headwinds, resulting in an increased total cost of ownership
In Mar’22, wholesale volumes for the PV industry remained flat but it continued its sequential recovery (up 6% MoM), led by improvement in chip availability
The 2W and tractor segments declined by 21% and 10% respectively on a YoY basis on account of muted demand and the high base of the last year

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.

Auto Monthly Volume Update - Mar 2022 - Easing Supply Chain Issues Improve PV & CV Traction

Equity Analyst - Asia Consumer Sector, Investory

Devi Subhakesan

Equity Analyst - Asia Consumer Sector

ASIA CONSUMER: INSIGHTS AND INVESTMENT IDEAS

Investory

Investory is a Singapore-based boutique independent equity research firm founded in January 2017 with a primary focus on consumption themes across Asia-Pacific.

We aim to generate investible ideas based on consumption trends and outlook. We screen our ideas on several parameters - product potential, long-term growth and management commitment being the most critical.  We follow a fundamental analysis approach in our stock selection process and are not restricted by market cap.

We aspire to grow into a leading source of unbiased research, free of conflict of interest, for investors yearning for independent and disciplined analysis. 

We also undertake bespoke research mandates to support our Institutional clients’ investment needs.

Our team comprises of professionals with extensive experience in the Asian equity markets, in areas ranging from research, servicing institutional clients and investment management.

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<li>Electric 2-wheeler capacity in India is set to multiply manifold as growing demand is changing the face of the country's nascent EV sector.</li>
<li>Attractive Government incentives and subsidies, supportive policy framework have helped sector growth. However, the lack of key component supply systems locally and charging infrastructure are bottlenecks.</li>
<li>New entrants dominate the segment while incumbent 2-wheeler players are yet to create a meaningful presence. In the listed space,  Greaves Cotton (GRV IN) offers exposure via Ampere.</li>
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Electric 2-wheeler capacity in India is set to multiply manifold as growing demand is changing the face of the country's nascent EV sector.
Attractive Government incentives and subsidies, supportive policy framework have helped sector growth. However, the lack of key component supply systems locally and charging infrastructure are bottlenecks.
New entrants dominate the segment while incumbent 2-wheeler players are yet to create a meaningful presence. In the listed space,  Greaves Cotton (GRV IN) offers exposure via Ampere.


India EV Sector: Electric 2-Wheelers Are the Early Riders - Know the What, Why & Who

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), ICICI Securities Ltd

ICICI Securities Limited

ICICI Securities Ltd

ICICI Securities Limited provides investment services. The Company provides corporate and investment banking, securities, wealth management, retail brokerage, initial public offerings, and advisory services. 

Content available is external broker reports authored by a third party outside the Smartkarma network and has been aggregated by an online aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed by Smartkarma in this format for user's convenience and general informational purposes only. Content does not constitute investment or financial advice and Smartkarma makes no representation or warranty regarding its accuracy or contents. Original third party author retains all copyright and other proprietary rights in the content. Access or use of third party links not controlled by Smartkarma are at the user's own risk.

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<ul><li>Resurfaced chip availability concerns amid geopolitical issues Russia is the largest producer (~40% share in global production) of rare earth metal palladium, which is used in manufacturing of semiconductor.</li><li>Further Ukraine is the largest producer of neon gas, which is another important component for semiconductor (chip) manufacturing.</li><li>Therefore, any supply chain disruption of these critical raw materials in this space would impact the availability of chips, resulting in an adverse impact on OEM volumes and associated productivity.</li></ul><div class="content-highlight"><em>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.</em></div>

Resurfaced chip availability concerns amid geopolitical issues Russia is the largest producer (~40% share in global production) of rare earth metal palladium, which is used in manufacturing of semiconductor.Further Ukraine is the largest producer of neon gas, which is another important component for semiconductor (chip) manufacturing.Therefore, any supply chain disruption of these critical raw materials in this space would impact the availability of chips, resulting in an adverse impact on OEM volumes and associated productivity.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.

Growth, Margin Concerns Resurface for Auto Sector Amid Prevailing Geopolitical Crises

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<li>We visit dealers of <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/honda-motor-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:154:1" rel="noopener">Honda Motor (7267 JP)</a> , <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/hero-motocorp-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:2391:1" rel="noopener">Hero Motocorp (HMCL IN)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/tvs-motor-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:16123:1" rel="noopener">TVS Motor (TVSL IN)</a> to understand the current demand environment for Electric Vehicles(EV).</li>
<li>High fuel prices and a very low base lead to high growth for EV OEMs</li>
<li>Customers are waiting for launches from legacy players and a reduction in battery cost to decide the best alternative, but this is costing the overall 2W industry lower volumes. </li>
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We visit dealers of Honda Motor (7267 JP) , Hero Motocorp (HMCL IN) and TVS Motor (TVSL IN) to understand the current demand environment for Electric Vehicles(EV).
High fuel prices and a very low base lead to high growth for EV OEMs
Customers are waiting for launches from legacy players and a reduction in battery cost to decide the best alternative, but this is costing the overall 2W industry lower volumes. 


India Channel Insight #28 | What Is the Two-Wheeler EV Scene in India?

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Hero MotoCorp Ltd. designs, manufactures and distributes motorcycles. The Company's products also include motorcycle parts and accessories.

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Devi Subhakesan

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ICICI Securities Limited

India Channel Insight #28 | What Is the Two-Wheeler EV Scene in India?

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Pranav Bhavsar

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