AUTO TECHNOLOGY
Premiumization in India: Unlocking investment opportunities
Consider the automotive industry: 60% of car registrations in India in FY24 have been SUVs, highlighting a preference for higher-end vehicles offering status and comfort. In the two-wheeler segment, growth is driven by demand for power bikes Similarly, metropolitan real estate markets, particularly in Mumbai, NCR, Bangalore, and Chennai show a rise in demand for luxury properties India's luxury housing market is thriving, as it recorded a 10 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth in sales during the first quarter (Q1) of 2024.
Heat wave, elections to create unlikely earnings winners and losers
India's scorching summer impacts Avenue Supermarts Ltd. and Bajaj Auto Ltd. DMart sells more ice cream, while Bajaj Auto defers purchases and introduces a new CNG-powered motorcycle, with its slowest profit expansion in April-June quarter. Nirmala Sitharaman may boost consumption. Infosys, Wipro, TCS benefit from AI demand and partnerships.
Best Elica chimneys for smoke free and clean cooking
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Auto component industry to see moderate growth this fiscal: ICRA
Credit ratings agency ICRA predicts a moderate growth for the auto component industry in the coming quarters due to the Red Sea crisis, higher container rates, and shipping time. The industry is expected to see a year-on-year improvement of around 50 basis-points in FY2025, benefiting from better operating leverage, higher content per vehicle, and value additions. The industry's liquidity position remains comfortable, especially across tier-I players, supported by stable cash flows and earnings. ICRA expects the growth in revenues of the Indian auto component industry to ease to 5-7 per cent this fiscal, from the highs of around 14% in FY 2023-24.
Can Ola Electric become the Maruti Suzuki of electric two-wheelers?
Ola Electric, led by Bhavish Aggarwal, leads the e2W market with a 48% share in Q1 FY25, selling 74,068 units. Despite preparing for an IPO and product issues, growth stems from strategic partnerships and pricing. Policy shifts under EMPS cut subsidies, impacting sales. The company must adapt to competition and future e-motorcycle trends.
Should investors take a fresh bet on railway stocks just ahead of Budget? Gurmeet Chadha answers
I think you have to be selective here and probably differentiate between life and non-life insurers. If you see the June data, there are some green shoots. Even LIC has had 30% APE growth. APE is your annualized premium equivalent because a lot of policies are also sold as single premium or where the premiums are upfronted. HDFC Life reported a decent set of numbers.
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Bajaj Auto looks to disrupt market with its CNG motorcycle Freedom 125, return favour to its arch-rival
Rajiv Bajaj, managing director of Bajaj Auto, aims to "return the favour" to Hero Honda with the Freedom 125, the world's first CNG-powered motorcycle. Hero Honda revolutionized the scooter-dominated market 25 years ago with fuel-efficient motorcycles that offered 80 km per litre. Priced between Rs 95,000 and Rs 110,000, the Freedom 125 claims to cut operating costs by up to 50% compared to petrol bikes
Japan's main stock indexes at record closing highs as banks, autos and techs rise
Japan's Topix and Nikkei hit record highs, led by gains in automakers, banks, and tech firms like Toyota, Honda, Mitsubishi UFJ, Advantest, and SoftBank. Yugo Tsuboi cited interest rates, a weak yen, and economic improvement. The TSE’s prime market saw 59% of stocks rise, with a positive corporate outlook expected, according to Daiwa Securities.
Best Inalsa Chimneys for a Hygienic Cooking Session 2024
Inalsa, one of the leading small home appliance brands, has been truly acing the Indian chimney market. In this article, we shall be discussing Inalsa’s best chimneys along with their salient features, so that it is easier for you to pick the right one for your kitchen. Make sure to check out the products through the links given below.
Skoda Auto CEO's strategy for Indian market: Humility, learning, customer focus and a new partner
Skoda Auto's CEO Klaus Zellmer highlights India's pivotal role in the company's global strategy, noting it as the most attractive and competitive auto market. With a robust development base in Pune, Skoda plans to leverage India's potential for expansion into ASEAN and the Middle East.
Auto stocks: Time for some cool down and also an opportunity? 6 auto stocks with upside potential of upto 28%
It is the sector which has led the rally which the market has witnessed in the last 14 months and rightly so. If one looks at the history, the rallies which are led by the transportation and auto sector are more durable as sales of LCV and certain other auto segments is an indication of the economic situation on the ground. But there is another fact, which is that with a mad rush for stocks a number of them have seen sharp run with valuations moving upward sharply. There is no doubt that the Indian auto sector is going through a transformation and Indian companies are adjusting to it very well. So there is a situation, while the fundamentals are good and improving, valuations have seen a run up. So, there is a likelihood that we might see some cooling off, but that would bring an opportunity for investors who have missed the bus.
Looking at 4 buckets in auto thematic fund; avoiding auto financiers: Tanmaya Desai, SBI MF
Fund manager Tanmaya Desai says that SBI MF is not looking at the auto financiers or the logistics companies. But at the same time, the fund does permit him to evaluate up to 20% in some of those stocks which can be a corollary to the auto opportunity in general.
Best Glen Chimneys in India for Excellent Cooking Experience (2024)
Are you looking for a chimney for your home? If so, then continue reading this article to learn about the best Glen chimneys in India. These chimneys are equipped with the latest possible features and readily available on Amazon. Go through the complete list, find the one that suits your cooking needs and place your order using the buying link shared in the article below.
European shares start week on bright footing on autos, banks' boost
European shares rose on Monday, led by automobile and bank stocks, ahead of the first round of French parliamentary elections. Autos surged 1.6% after the EU and China agreed to discuss tariffs on Chinese EVs. Meanwhile, German business morale declined in June, reflecting concerns about the economy's momentum.
F&O stocks to buy today: RIL, Federal Bank among top 6 trading ideas for 18 June 2024
On the options front, the weekly maximum Call OI is placed at 24000 and then towards 23500 strikes, while the maximum Put OI is placed at 23400 and then towards 23000 strikes.
Technical Breakout Stocks: How to trade JK Paper, Endurance Technologies and KEC International on Tuesday?
Indian markets closed higher with S&P BSE Sensex rising over 180 points and Nifty50 closing above 23,400 levels. Buying was observed in auto, telecom, consumer durable, and capital goods stocks. Stocks like JK Paper, Endurance Technologies, and KEC International showed significant movements, with JK Paper hitting a record high and KEC International breaking out of a rising parallel channel.
Adani group companies, LTTS among 19 companies in focus today & tomorrow
Adani group companies and LTTS, among others, are in focus for corporate actions like dividends and AGMs this week.
FPIs dump auto, FMCG and power stocks in second half of May
In late May, foreign investors drove a surge in automobile sector sales, offloading shares worth ₹3,323 crore, while also divesting ₹13,350 crore across multiple sectors. The NSDL data highlights a stark shift from earlier in the month, with inflows of ₹1,119 crore in April and ₹29,389 crore in CY 2023, underscoring a dynamic market landscape.
Ola Electric eyes leaner road to profitability, to cut 400-500 roles
Ola Electric, eyeing an IPO, is reportedly trimming its workforce by 400-500 employees to streamline operations. This number may change as the senior leadership is still concluding the scale of the layoffs. They are expected to hit multiple verticals, sources told ET.
Talent demand in EV segment drives in new roles and contract hiring
The electric vehicle (EV) industry is booming, creating a demand for diverse skills and expertise. Opportunities span technical, leadership, and operational roles. Contract staffing is playing a crucial role in meeting the industry's needs, with a focus on talent development and agile solutions. Leaders face challenges in talent acquisition and navigating industry dynamics amidst rapid advancements.
Mother set of Multibaggers: Evolution of EV ecosystem and emergence of new winners from auto ancillary space
Whether it's institutional or retail investors, the desire to find the next multibagger is always high. But it is not easy to find multibagger stocks for multiple reasons. In the last 30 yearsonly two or three sectors have thrown up multibaggers -- IT, pharma and some engineering or industrial segments. Now the auto and auto ancillary sectors are transforming. From next Sunday onward, we take a deep dive into individual auto ancillary companies which have either transformed due to EV space or are changing themselves or will go down as they are not relevant in new age of EV.
Technical Breakout Stocks: How to trade Godfrey Phillips, M&M and Dixon Technologies
India markets closed in the green for three consecutive days. Realty, auto, metal and consumer durable stocks saw considerable buying action. Godfrey Phillips and Dixon Technologies hit fresh record highs.
Not fully committing to IT; gung-ho on market infra stocks: Shiv Chanani
Shiv Chanani, Fund Manager at Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund, provides insightful analysis on the IT space, auto sector, and the capital market infrastructure spaces. He further emphasizes the impact of uncertainty in the IT industry, changing dynamics in the auto space, and the growth opportunities in capital market infrastructure.
Dare to buy these 8 multibagger stocks trading above 100 PE multiples?
Zomato, CarTrade Tech, Olectra Greentech, Waaree Renewable Technologies, JBM Auto, ABB India, Trent, and Godrej Properties are high PE stocks showing multibagger returns. Consider using various valuation metrics and expert insights for informed investment decisions.
Bajaj Auto unveils new Pulsar NS400Z at Rs 1.85 lakh. Check complete features
Bajaj Auto has unvield its latest marvel, the new Pulsar NS400Z. With a potent 373cc engine under its hood, delivering an impressive 40 PS of power and 35 Nm of torque, this machine is poised to redefine the standards of performance in its segment.
Positive global cues, auto stocks drive Sensex 300 points higher; Nifty above 22,700
Indian equities, led by Reliance Industries, showed gains. Various sectors surged, with expectations of steady Fed rates in May 2024. Trent rises over 6% post solid Q4 results.
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.
Bajaj Auto appoints Abraham Joseph as MD of EV arm Chetak Technology
Joseph is a Bajaj Auto veteran with over 35 years of experience, the company said in a statement. Under his leadership, Chetak Technology Ltd (CTL) will pivot to become a high-tech organisation focused on developing core competencies across the spectrum of cutting-edge automotive technologies.
Tata Tech, BMW form JV to develop auto software
BMW Group and Tata Technologies form a JV to create an automotive software and IT hub in Pune, Bengaluru, and Chennai. The focus will be on software-defined vehicles, automated driving, infotainment, and digital services.
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