AUTO PARTS MANUFACTURING UNIT
VCs chase auto parts makers to hitch a ride on EV journey
Smaller component makers for electric vehicles (EVs), many of which started with other businesses before pivoting to their current business mainstays, are increasingly attracting interest from venture capital firms amid a boom in EV sales. The boom in EV sales, as demonstrated in the sales of passenger EVs jumping 91% and of commercial EVs tripling year-on-year (YoY) in FY24, has meant that the demand for parts has also soared.
VCs chase auto parts makers to hitch a ride on EV journey
Smaller component makers for electric vehicles (EVs), many of which started with other businesses before pivoting to their current business mainstays, are increasingly attracting interest from venture capital firms amid a boom in EV sales. The boom in EV sales, as demonstrated in the sales of passenger EVs jumping 91% and of commercial EVs tripling year-on-year (YoY) in FY24, has meant that the demand for parts has also soared.
Risk-based audits of drug units to begin from July 1
The revised Schedule M, which is considered more stringent than the World Health Organization's (WHO) good manufacturing practices (GMP) in certain areas, was notified on December 28, 2023. Companies with turnover of over ₹250 crore will have to comply with the upgraded version of Schedule M, starting July 1, and the remaining others, which are largely micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), have been given a year's time to comply. Inspections on those firms will begin from January 1, 2025.
Bajaj Auto inaugurates its first overseas manufacturing facility in Brazil
Bajaj Auto opened a new manufacturing plant in Brazil to produce Dominar models and expand its global presence with partners like KTM AG and Triumph, targeting the growing Latin American two-wheeler market.
Daikin to sell 2 million units of AC in FY25, expand manufacturing capacity of compressors
Daikin is focused on increasing its localisation level, leveraging the PLI scheme for the air conditioning sector. The company plans to enhance local manufacturing of PCB circuits to achieve this goal.
Boost for Hyundai Motor export plans, as auto co plans to launch slew of EVs over next 4 years
Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) is planning a ₹25,000 crore IPO to drive its parent company's strategy of making India a key export hub. The company plans to introduce nearly half a dozen electric vehicles for local sales and exports as part of this ambitious strategy.
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Bangladesh military complains about faulty Chinese parts
Bangladesh, a major buyer of weapons from China, has accused Chinese companies of supplying faulty parts and technical problems with its imported military hardware. The Bangladesh military has accused Chinese companies of supplying faulty spare parts for corvettes, petrol crafts, and onshore patrol vehicles, with manufacturing defects and technical challenges. The Bangladesh Air Force has alleged technical problems with Chinese-made F-7 fighter jets and short-range air defense systems, and has faced issues with firing ammunition for its Chinese-made K-8W aircraft.
Energy, manufacturing & infra to remain bedrock of India's bull market: Nilesh Shah
It is very likely that these very sectors are going to basically get a fresh impetus. You are right that yes, in term one, these pockets did not yield returns. But in the second term, especially post COVID, we have seen massive returns and I probably think that is only the start, be it defence, be it space, be it many of the other areas.
Series AA 127- The EV transformation-Part 1: How a multibagger got fresh tailwinds & gave 22,334% return in the last 20 years
Excerpts from its annual report for 2017-18. ELECTRIC VEHICLES – THE NEW MARKET DISRUPTOR “We are anticipating the next market disruption through electric vehicles. We are closely reviewing and watching the situations and doing our ground level work. We are also mapping all of our existing products vis-à-vis EV to capitalise on the opportunities EV will throw at the component manufacturers, whether it is motors, batteries or any other system which will come into the electric vehicles, totally different from the conventional IC engine” Cut to August 2023, five years down the line, the company commissions two plants for making on-board charger, off-board charger, motor control Units, DCDC converters, battery management systems, and more products catering to EV 2-wheelers and 3-wheelers. Now this is a reflection of the speed at which an auto ancillary company needs to function and also the product range it needs to have if it has to stay relevant in the changing world of the auto Industry. Foresight, planning and timely execution is the key.
Auto sales enter slow lane in May, expected to bounce back in the festive season
In May, automobile sales slowed down due to heatwaves, election uncertainties, and a high base effect. Maruti Suzuki's sales grew 4.4% year-on-year, but this was lower than the 13.8% growth seen in May 2023. Hyundai Motor India and Tata Motors also saw modest growth, while Mahindra and Mahindra and Toyota India experienced significant increases in sales. Industry leaders expect a sales rebound post-election and with a good monsoon forecast. The auto sector's growth aligns with India's 8.2% GDP rise in 2023-24.
GX Group to make telecom gear in India for the world
GX Group plans to establish a new Rs 100-crore manufacturing facility in India to export FTTH equipment globally, supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This will be their second plant, following a 2021 Haryana unit. The new facility will produce Wi-Fi routers and GPON equipment for Indian and international markets, including Europe and Africa.
How China pulled so far ahead on industrial policy
The problem for the West, though, is that China's industrial dominance is underpinned by decades of experience using the power of a one-party state to pull all the levers of government and banking, while encouraging frenetic competition among private companies.
Series AA 127- The EV transformation - Part 1: How a multibagger got fresh tailwinds & gave 22,204% return in last 20 years
Below are the excerpts from its annual report of 2017-18. ELECTRIC VEHICLES – THE NEW MARKET DISRUPTOR | “We are anticipating the next market disruption through electric vehicles. We are closely reviewing and watching the situations and doing our ground level work. We are also mapping all of our existing products vis-à-vis EV to capitalise on the opportunities EV will throw at the component manufacturers, whether it is motors, batteries or any other system which will come into the electric vehicles, totally different from the conventional IC engine.” Cut to August 2023, five years down the line, the company commissions two plants for making on-board charger, off-board charger, motor control Units, DCDC converters, battery management systems, and more products catering to EV 2-wheelers and 3-wheelers. Now this is a reflection of the speed at which an auto ancillary company needs to function and also the product range it needs to have if it has to stay relevant in the changing world of the auto Industry. Foresight, planning and timely execution is the key.
How China pulled so far ahead on industrial policy
The problem for the West, though, is that China's industrial dominance is underpinned by decades of experience using the power of a one-party state to pull all the levers of government and banking, while encouraging frenetic competition among private companies.
Slowing EV sales are upending banker climate strategies
The global electric vehicle market faces challenges as China leads in EV development, impacting sales in Europe and US. Policy interventions are expected due to China's dominance and US tariff increases on Chinese imports.
JSW Cement plans ₹3,000-cr manufacturing plant in Rajasthan
The new plant will help the company, a part of the infrastructure and metals conglomerate JSW Group, reach the markets in Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and the NCR, a region that generally offers higher realisation on sales than areas such as south-central India, which have easy access to limestone mines.
Identify themes ahead of the curve; current year could belong to telecom: Niket Shah, Motilal Oswal MF
Niket Shah of Motilal Oswal MF discusses investment themes like AI in Indian IT, re-rating opportunities in EV and medical devices, and triggers in the telecom sector such as 5G adoption and pricing strategies.
Mahindra Group to invest Rs 37,000 crore in auto sector, plans to launch 23 new vehicles by 2030
Mahindra Group announces plans to invest Rs 37,000 crore in the auto sector over the next three years, with a focus on launching 23 new vehicles by 2030. The investment includes new ICE SUVs, BEVs, and light commercial vehicles. The company emphasizes the importance of ICE models in the short term while investing significantly in the EV segment. The expansion plans also include enhancing manufacturing capacity and remaining open to future mobility trends, including hybrid vehicles. The company welcomes India's new EV policy and emphasizes its commitment to the 'Make in India' initiative.
Two-wheeler makers ride high on record sales of branded spare parts
Royal Enfield, Bajaj Auto, and Hero MotoCorp saw record revenue in FY24 from branded parts and accessories sales, driven by a preference for branded spares. Revenue growth was boosted by premium models like Xpulse and Splendor motorcycles. Hero MotoCorp plans to expand its Global Parts Centre to capitalize on the growing market.
April car sales growth moderates on high base
A high base due to the strong growth in the last two years weighed on the year-on-year comparison, resulting in the tepid pace of growth in April. Though the growth rate moderated in April, it was the fourth consecutive month in CY24 when sales volume in the local market set a new record, as per data from Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).
Auto sales growth moderates in April, sets record despite tepid demand
Automakers in India reported bumper sales for two straight years on the back of pent-up demand after the pandemic. Sales of passenger vehicle grew 8.4% to a record high of 4.22 million units in the financial year concluded March 31, 2024. Sales had grown 27% the previous financial year.
Small, well-built Chinese EV called the Seagull poses a big threat to the US auto industry
The Seagull, a low-priced electric car by BYD, poses a threat to American automakers. Chinese EVs face tariffs in the U.S., prompting concerns about the impact on the auto industry and the need for adaptation and competition.
Mandeep Auto Industries IPO: Check issue size, price band, GMP and other details
Mandeep Auto Industries IPO GMP: Mandeep Auto Industries' SME IPO, aiming to raise Rs 25.5 crore, will be open for subscription until May 15 on NSE SME platform at Rs 67 apiece, with net profit Rs 2.14 crore and 50% reserved for retail investors.
A play on restructuring and higher growth: These auto stocks can deliver more than 18% return
In the last four days of strong volatile moves, one sector which has been able to keep its head above the water is the Auto sector. Is it because of results which are expected to be good or it is rotational trade which is taking place, is the question. Whatever might be the reason, after remaining under pressure for one or the other reason, the auto sector has been witnessing a transformation, right from restructuring to a slew of launches, coming from companies. There is a high probability that this trend of restructuring is likely to continue. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components - earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum to generate standardized scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
Huawei's new phone uses more China-made parts, memory chip
Huawei's Pura 70 Pro showcases China's tech self-sufficiency advancements through increased use of Chinese suppliers, including HiSilicon's NAND memory chip, and Kirin 9010 processor, challenging U.S. sanctions and impacting the smartphone market.
LTTS wins $48 million deal with European auto parts supplier Forvia
As part of this five-year partnership, approximately 300 engineers from Forvia’s Augsburg (Germany) and Bangalore (India) sites, have transferred to LTTS
New sectors to take GDP trajectory higher; a large part of allocations should be in midcaps: Harendra Kumar
Harendra Kumar anticipates GDP growth over the next five to ten years to come from sectors that traditionally never existed in India. For example, EMS players are doing really well. A huge semiconductor ecosystem is going to come. We are going to see a listing of EV players. Midcaps show greater growth potential. Auto sector expected to yield big returns.
PLI: Automobile, auto parts cos invested Rs 13,000 cr in past one year in EV, EV parts making
Senior government officials told ET eight automakers and parts suppliers--Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto, Ola Electric, Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts, TVS Motor Company, Sona BLW Precision Forgings, Delphi TVS Technologies have invested and got approval under the PLI scheme.
Expect capex for EV components to cross Rs 25,000 cr in next 3-4 years: ICRA
Icra forecasts Rs 25,000 crore investment by auto component industry in 3-4 years for electric vehicle parts, with a strong focus on enhancing EV production, localisation, and addressing manufacturing challenges.
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