In today’s briefing:
- SMBC’s Strategic Entry into Yes Bank: A Look at the Backstory and Future
- Short Tata Motors: Challenges Ahead

SMBC’s Strategic Entry into Yes Bank: A Look at the Backstory and Future
- SMBC, a major Japanese bank, is buying a 20% stake in Yes Bank for INR 13,483 crore, marking a significant move towards strengthening Yes Bank’s recovery and future growth.
- It provides SMBC direct access to India’s growing banking sector and potential for strategic collaboration.
- The partnership enhances Yes Bank’s stability, governance, and access to global markets, positioning it for further growth. SMBC’s involvement could pave the way for future capital support and operational improvements.
Short Tata Motors: Challenges Ahead
- Tata Motors Ltd (TTMT IN) delivered a decent operational performance in Q4 FY25, with a flat topline and margin recovery, led by robust performance in the Jaguar Land Rover business.
- While the Q4 FY25 performance was steady, we expect near-term results to remain muted.
- Therefore, we present a case for shorting Tata Motors in the near term and outlook on individual segments.
