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>The trade remains Long Nifty with a watch on earnings. </li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/infosys-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:267:1" rel="noopener">Infosys Ltd (INFO IN)</a> reported a beat on revenues and a miss on EPS, heading into seasonally weak quarters is the pain now consensus? </li>
<li>Other names discussed include <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/delta-corp-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:4627:1" rel="noopener">Delta Corp Ltd (DELTA IN)</a>, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/hdfc-asset-management-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27027:1" rel="noopener">HDFC Asset Management Co Ltd (HDFCAMC IN)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/dmart" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:23656:1" rel="noopener">Avenue Supermarts Ltd (DMART IN)</a>. </li>
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The trade remains Long Nifty with a watch on earnings. 

Infosys Ltd (INFO IN) reported a beat on revenues and a miss on EPS, heading into seasonally weak quarters is the pain now consensus? 
Other names discussed include Delta Corp Ltd (DELTA IN), HDFC Asset Management Co Ltd (HDFCAMC IN) and Avenue Supermarts Ltd (DMART IN). 


[Week 7] Namaste India 🙏 | Infosys Ltd (INFO IN) | Seasonal Sluggishness Now Consensus

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<ul><li>Given that the festive season this time has been pushed by a month into November, Q2 volume growth appears lower YoY.</li><li>In PVs, while UV demand has held up extremely well, car demand has further decelerated, driving a rich mix for most OEMs.</li><li>CV demand momentum continues to be healthy in Q2. </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.

Given that the festive season this time has been pushed by a month into November, Q2 volume growth appears lower YoY.In PVs, while UV demand has held up extremely well, car demand has further decelerated, driving a rich mix for most OEMs.CV demand momentum continues to be healthy in Q2. 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.

Autos (Q2FY24 Results Preview) - 4Ws to See Margin Boost QoQ

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<ul><li>Auto OEMs: We expect Revenue/EBITDA/PAT of Auto OEMs under our coverage to grow at 17%/41%/50% YoY in Q2FY24.</li><li>This will be led by YoY growth in 1) The PV segment (up ~5% YoY in domestic sales), 7% growth in CV domestic sales, 59% growth in domestic 3W sales being partly offset by a 2% marginal drop in overall 2W sales volumes (domestic + exports),</li><li>2) Higher average selling price (ASP) on a YoY basis, led by price hikes taken by OEMs and improved product mix,</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.

Auto OEMs: We expect Revenue/EBITDA/PAT of Auto OEMs under our coverage to grow at 17%/41%/50% YoY in Q2FY24.This will be led by YoY growth in 1) The PV segment (up ~5% YoY in domestic sales), 7% growth in CV domestic sales, 59% growth in domestic 3W sales being partly offset by a 2% marginal drop in overall 2W sales volumes (domestic + exports),2) Higher average selling price (ASP) on a YoY basis, led by price hikes taken by OEMs and improved product mix,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.

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<li>Our dealer checks across a couple of <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/eicher-motors-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:18316:1" rel="noopener">Eicher Motors (EIM IN)</a> and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/bajaj-auto-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3613:1" rel="noopener">Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN)</a> dealerships indicate a strengthening competitive position for Royal Enfield. </li>
<li>After the initial hype, customers are now shifting back to Royal Enfield. </li>
<li>As competition ramps up production, we continue to believe that the market will expand, and there will be no fight for market share.</li>
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Our dealer checks across a couple of Eicher Motors (EIM IN) and Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN) dealerships indicate a strengthening competitive position for Royal Enfield. 
After the initial hype, customers are now shifting back to Royal Enfield. 
As competition ramps up production, we continue to believe that the market will expand, and there will be no fight for market share.


Eicher Motors (EIM IN) | Competitive Position Strengthening

<ul><li>Channel Check ahead of festive season: We interacted with the dealers across the country of Hero Moto Corp, TVS, Bajaj Auto, Eicher, Maruti Suzuki and Ashok Leyland.</li><li>We see more optimism by the dealers in the PV segment with robust demand for UVs.</li><li>In the 2W segment dealers are witnessing good demand for 125cc+ segment, while the entry level bikes continue to remain weak due to uneven and deficient monsoon in the key end markets.</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.

Channel Check ahead of festive season: We interacted with the dealers across the country of Hero Moto Corp, TVS, Bajaj Auto, Eicher, Maruti Suzuki and Ashok Leyland.We see more optimism by the dealers in the PV segment with robust demand for UVs.In the 2W segment dealers are witnessing good demand for 125cc+ segment, while the entry level bikes continue to remain weak due to uneven and deficient monsoon in the key end markets.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.

India

Tata Motors Limited manufactures cars and commercial automotive vehicles in India. The Company designs, manufactures and sells heavy commercial, medium commercial and small commercial vehicles including trucks, tankers, vans, buses, ambulances and minibuses. Tata also manufactures small cars and sports utility vehicles.

Maruti Suzuki India Limited manufactures and exports automobiles. Maruti collaborated with Suzuki of Japan to produce affordable cars for the average Indian.

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

TVS Motor Company Limited manufactures motorcycles, mopeds, and scooters. The Company provides spark ignition operated outboard motors, combustion spark ignition engines, critical engines, and transmission parts. TVS Motor Company serves customers in India.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. manufactures automobiles, farm equipment and automotive components. The Company's automobile products include light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles, jeep type vehicles and passenger cars. Mahindra & Mahindra also manufactures agricultural tractors, agricultural implements, internal combustion engines, industrial petrol engines, spare parts and machine tools.

Eicher Motors Ltd. manufactures light commercial vehicles which are sold domestically and are also exported to other countries. Eicher Motors also manufactures two-wheelers and automotive gears.

Maharashtra Scooters Ltd. manufactures and distributes two-wheeler scooters.

Atul Auto Ltd. manufactures three-wheeled commercial diesel vehicles.

Bosch Limited manufactures a wide range of automotive parts. The Company'products includes fuel injection pumps, spark plugs, including nozzles and nozzle holders, elements, delivery valves, filters and filter inserts, glow plugs, starter motors, alternators and wipers. Bosch also manufactures hydraulics and pneumatic equipment and electric power tools and fixtures.

Hindustan Motors Limited manufactures cars, trucks, diesel engines, bulldozers, cranes, dumpers, compactors, shovels and scrapers. The Company also manufactures a wide range of steel products, axle assemblies, special purpose machine tools, hydraulic pumps and hydraulic valves.

PT Astra International Tbk assembles and distributes automobiles, motorcycles, and their related spare parts.  Through its subsidiaries, the Company also operates in the mining, development of plantations, financial and information technology.

NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD. manufactures and distributes automobiles and related parts. It also provides financing services. Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of products under various brands. The Company manufactures in Japan, the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom and many other countries.

Geely Automobile Holdings Limited operates as a passenger vehicles manufacturing company. The Company provides passenger vehicles development, manufacturing, sales, and other services. Geely Automobile Holdings also exports passenger vehicles.

Great Wall Motor Company Limited, through its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells pick-up trucks and sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) in China under branded names. The Company also researches and develops, and manufactures principal automotive parts and components for use in the assembly of pick-up trucks and SUVs.

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and distributes motorcycles, automobiles, and power products such as generators and farm machinery. The Company also operates a financial credit business. Honda Motor has manufacturing facilities in the US, Canada, the UK, France, Italy, Spain, Brazil, Mexico, India, and Thailand.

Hyundai Motor Company manufactures, sells, and exports passenger cars, trucks, and commercial vehicles. The Company also sells various auto parts and operates auto repair service centers throughout South Korea. Hyundai Motor provides financial services through its subsidiaries.

Kia Corporation manufactures, sells, and exports passenger cars, mini-buses, trucks and commercial vehicles. The Company also manufactures auto-parts and tools using hybrid electric and fuel cell technology. Kia markets its products worldwide.

Suzuki Motor Corporation manufactures automobiles, motorcycles, and their related parts. The Company has production facilities in USA, Japan, Taiwan, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Thailand, and Hungary.

Subaru Corp manufactures passenger cars, buses, motor vehicle parts, and industrial machinery.  The Company also produces aircraft parts and supplies it to defense agency and Boeing Co.  The Company sells its passenger cars under the Subaru brand name.

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. manufactures motorcycles.  The Company also produces motor vehicle engines for Toyota Motor Corp. and Ford Motor Co.  Yamaha Motor's specialty products include motor boats, snowmobiles, golf carts, and electric power generators.  Yamaha Motor sells products in Japan, North America, Europe, Asia, and South America.

Bajaj Auto Limited manufactures and distributes motorized two-wheeled and three-wheeled scooters, motorcycles and mopeds.

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Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN)

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[Week 7] Namaste India 🙏 | Infosys Ltd (INFO IN) | Seasonal Sluggishness Now Consensus

The trade remains long Nifty. Names discussed include INFO, DMART, DELTACORP and HDFCAMC. The next two weeks are going to be busy as the full...

Pranav Bhavsar

Autos (Q2FY24 Results Preview) - 4Ws to See Margin Boost QoQ

In PVs, while UV demand has held up extremely well, car demand has further decelerated, driving a rich mix for most OEMs. CV demand momentum...

HDFC Securities

Auto Q2FY24 Results Preview

Auto OEMs: We expect Revenue/EBITDA/PAT of Auto OEMs under our coverage to grow at 17%/41%/50% YoY in Q2FY24. This will be led by YoY growth in 1)...

Axis Direct

Eicher Motors (EIM IN) | Competitive Position Strengthening

​After the hype about competition, RE's competitive position is strengthening. The premium motorcycle market is expected to expand without a fight...

Pranav Bhavsar

Sector Update - Automotive Industry

Channel Check ahead of festive season: We interacted with the dealers across the country of Hero Moto Corp, TVS, Bajaj Auto, Eicher, Maruti Suzuki...

Axis Direct

After the hype about competition, RE's competitive position is strengthening. The premium motorcycle market is expected to expand without a fight...