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.

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Lock up expiry today of 21.2 million shares held by <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/hyundai-motor-india-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:40900:1" rel="noopener">Hyundai Motor India (HYUNDAI IN)</a>'s anchor investors. This could improve free float to 17.5% with rest held by the parent.</li>
<li>Hyundai India Management is positive about its CY2025 outlook and expects to grow by similar numbers or more in 2025 as it did in 2024. </li>
<li>Creta Electric’s launch is scheduled on Jan 17th; Hyundai hopes to replicate the growth and excitement seen with its original Creta model.</li>
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Lock up expiry today of 21.2 million shares held by Hyundai Motor India (HYUNDAI IN)'s anchor investors. This could improve free float to 17.5% with rest held by the parent.
Hyundai India Management is positive about its CY2025 outlook and expects to grow by similar numbers or more in 2025 as it did in 2024. 
Creta Electric’s launch is scheduled on Jan 17th; Hyundai hopes to replicate the growth and excitement seen with its original Creta model.


Hyundai Motor India: Anchor Investor Lock-In Period Ends Today

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), Axis Direct

Axis Direct

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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<ul><li>Over Apr–Nov’26, Cumulative 2W domestic sales grew by 7% YoY to 1.7 Cr units, supported by strong performances from TVS (+15%), RE (+25%), and Hero (+30%), which more than offset a marginal decline in Bajaj (-1%).</li><li>In contrast, 2W exports reflected improved traction across global markets.</li><li>On a YTD basis, 3W domestic wholesales rose 16% YoY to 5.5 Lc units, led by TVS (+57%) and M&amp;M (+28%), while Bajaj reported modest 3% 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.

Over Apr–Nov’26, Cumulative 2W domestic sales grew by 7% YoY to 1.7 Cr units, supported by strong performances from TVS (+15%), RE (+25%), and Hero (+30%), which more than offset a marginal decline in Bajaj (-1%).In contrast, 2W exports reflected improved traction across global markets.On a YTD basis, 3W domestic wholesales rose 16% YoY to 5.5 Lc units, led by TVS (+57%) and M&amp;M (+28%), while Bajaj reported modest 3% 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.

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - November 2025

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic, Beat the Street

Sudarshan Bhandari

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

Beat the Street

Beat The Street was founded by Nimish Maheshwari and Sudarshan Bhandari, both of whom are Chartered Accountants by Profession, known for their expert analysis in the fields of Business, Sectoral analysis, and Corporate governance.

With a strong social media presence of 45,000+ Subscribers across various platforms, they are considered trusted voices in the industry. Their insights and analysis have been featured in some of India’s most prominent publications, including the Economic Times, Dalal Street Investment Journal, The Morning Context, and The Ken.

Their analysis on Bankrupt & Insolvent companies has been instrumental in saving investors from significant losses. They have a keen eye for identifying red flags and has identified exclusive redflags earlier in Vedanta, Nykaa, Dhani Services, Adani and many more.

Read Business Not Stock Prices

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<li>India is intensifying its electric mobility push to achieve 30% EV sales by 2030, focusing on mandates, financing, and targeted city-level saturation to accelerate adoption.</li>
<li>The EV transition will reduce oil imports, cut emissions, enhance renewable energy integration, and position India as a global clean mobility leader amid slow early progress.</li>
<li>A decisive shift from incentives to mandates, coupled with focused financing, R&amp;D, and urban pilot programs, can fast-track India’s electric mobility transformation over the next five years.</li>
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India is intensifying its electric mobility push to achieve 30% EV sales by 2030, focusing on mandates, financing, and targeted city-level saturation to accelerate adoption.
The EV transition will reduce oil imports, cut emissions, enhance renewable energy integration, and position India as a global clean mobility leader amid slow early progress.
A decisive shift from incentives to mandates, coupled with focused financing, R&amp;D, and urban pilot programs, can fast-track India’s electric mobility transformation over the next five years.


Thematic Report: India’s EV Curve Is Accelerating into Untapped Segments

<ul><li>Over Apr–Oct’26, Cumulative domestic sales of Bajaj (-6%) and Hero (-3%) offset strong performances from TVS (+14%) and RE (+25%).</li><li>In contrast, 2W exports reflected improved traction in global markets, especially in Africa and Latin America.</li><li>On a YTD basis, 3W domestic wholesales rose 13% YoY to 4.8 Lc units, led by M&amp;M (+32%) and TVS (+47%), while Bajaj remained flat. </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.

Over Apr–Oct’26, Cumulative domestic sales of Bajaj (-6%) and Hero (-3%) offset strong performances from TVS (+14%) and RE (+25%).In contrast, 2W exports reflected improved traction in global markets, especially in Africa and Latin America.On a YTD basis, 3W domestic wholesales rose 13% YoY to 4.8 Lc units, led by M&amp;M (+32%) and TVS (+47%), while Bajaj remained flat. 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.

APAC IPOs & Placements, Aequitas Research

Akshat Shah

APAC IPOs & Placements

IPOs and Placements coverage across Asia Pacific

Aequitas Research

We cover all listing across the Asia Pacific along with follow-up placements. As of Dec 2020, our team had covered 539 IPOs with a hit rate of 73.5% and 685 placements with a hit rate of 66.8%.

We combine fundamental bottom-up views with our proprietary quantitative framework to provide a holistic coverage across new listings and placements. Our coverage includes pre-IPO notes before the deal is launched, follow-up analysis once the deal is live and post-listing trading analysis as well.

Equity Capital Markets

CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd / Equity Capital Markets

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/cleanmax-enviro-energy-solutions-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:45702:1" rel="noopener">CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd (8382406Z IN)</a> (CEESL) is looking to raise about US$586m in its upcoming India IPO.</li>
<li>CEESL is a provider of commercial and industrial renewable energy, specializing in delivering decarbonization solutions, including supplying renewable power and offering energy services and carbon credit solutions to customers.</li>
<li>In this note, we talk about the not-so-positive aspects of the deal.</li>
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CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd (8382406Z IN) (CEESL) is looking to raise about US$586m in its upcoming India IPO.
CEESL is a provider of commercial and industrial renewable energy, specializing in delivering decarbonization solutions, including supplying renewable power and offering energy services and carbon credit solutions to customers.
In this note, we talk about the not-so-positive aspects of the deal.


CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Pre-IPO - The Negatives - Elevated Debt Amid Inconsistent Growth

South Korea

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) designs and manufactures automobiles. The Company offers cars, vans, sedans, and sport utility vehicles along with financing, leasing, and maintenance services. HMIL serves customers globally.

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Hyundai Motor India (HYUNDAI IN)

Hyundai Motor India: Anchor Investor Lock-In Period Ends Today

Could 2025 Be a Promising Year for Hyundai Motor India? Management expects to grow by similar or better numbers than 2024. It has set high...

Devi Subhakesan

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - November 2025

Over Apr–Nov’26, Cumulative 2W domestic sales grew by 7% YoY to 1.7 Cr units, supported by strong performances from TVS (+15%), RE (+25%), and Hero...

Axis Direct

Thematic Report: India’s EV Curve Is Accelerating into Untapped Segments

India aims for 30% EV sales by 2030 to reduce oil imports, cut emissions, and position as a global clean mobility leader through mandates,...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - October 2025

Over Apr–Oct’26, Cumulative domestic sales of Bajaj (-6%) and Hero (-3%) offset strong performances from TVS (+14%) and RE (+25%).

Axis Direct

CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Pre-IPO - The Negatives - Elevated Debt Amid Inconsistent Growth

CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Limited (CEESL) is looking to raise around US$586m in its upcoming India IPO. In this note, we will talk about the...

Akshat Shah

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Hyundai Motor India: Anchor Investor Lock-In Period Ends Today

Could 2025 Be a Promising Year for Hyundai Motor India? Management expects to grow by similar or better numbers than 2024. It has set high...

Devi Subhakesan

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - November 2025

Over Apr–Nov’26, Cumulative 2W domestic sales grew by 7% YoY to 1.7 Cr units, supported by strong performances from TVS (+15%), RE (+25%), and Hero...

Axis Direct

Thematic Report: India’s EV Curve Is Accelerating into Untapped Segments

​India aims for 30% EV sales by 2030 to reduce oil imports, cut emissions, and position as a global clean mobility leader through mandates,...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Auto Monthly Sales Volume - October 2025

Over Apr–Oct’26, Cumulative domestic sales of Bajaj (-6%) and Hero (-3%) offset strong performances from TVS (+14%) and RE (+25%).

Axis Direct

CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Pre-IPO - The Negatives - Elevated Debt Amid Inconsistent Growth

CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Limited (CEESL) is looking to raise around US$586m in its upcoming India IPO. In this note, we will talk about the...

Akshat Shah

India aims for 30% EV sales by 2030 to reduce oil imports, cut emissions, and position as a global clean mobility leader through mandates,...