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TVS Motor Co.
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International sales grew by 31% in Q2, outperforming the industry growth of 26%, and achieved a milestone of 4 lakh units in quarterly sales. (1 exceeded across 1 tracked commitment)
“On International business, during Q2, TVSM posted highest ever quarterly sales of crossing milestone of 4 lakh units, 400,000, driven by strong growth in major markets. ... Africa is growing, the demand is growing.”
The company achieved record quarterly sales and revenue in Q1 FY26, with overall sales growing by 17% and revenue by 20%, indicating momentum is exceeding previous year levels. (3 exceeded across 3 tracked commitments)
“That's the reason I said Q3 and Q4, if I look at the 2-wheeler industry is likely to grow around 8%”
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How durable is the business?
The company's competitive advantage in technology is being reinforced by the recognition of Production Linked Incentive (PLI) benefits, which are awarded for meeting specific government standards for advanced automotive technology and localization. (1 expanding)
“During the quarter, the company recognized Production Linked Incentive (PLI) pertaining to the full financial year 2024-25 based on the progress made in line with the MHI's SOP on PLI.”
The company's overall profitability per unit is improving, with EBITDA margins expanding by 120 basis points (1.2%) over the previous year, driven by better product mix and operational efficiencies. (3 expanding)
“Operating EBITDA grew by 27% at Rs. 4,454 Crores with a margin improvement of 120bps at 12.3% as against 11.1% during last year”
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Where does growth come from?
Three-wheeler sales are showing strong recovery and acceleration in the fourth quarter, growing 21% compared to a full-year decline of 7%. The electric three-wheeler segment is a major driver, with penetration reaching 26% in Q4. (5 accelerating across 5 signals)
“Total sales of 3-wheeler is more than doubled to 60,000 units as against 29,000 units during last year third quarter.”
Electric vehicle sales are accelerating. The growth rate for the most recent quarter (57%) is significantly higher than the nine-month average (40.9%), showing strong momentum in the shift toward battery-powered scooters. (2 accelerating, 1 steady, 1 decelerating across 4 signals)
“I think you will see EV penetration going up in 2-wheeler and 3-wheeler anyway, it has almost come to now 32% in this quarter.”
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What could break the thesis?
STABLE: The company continues to face short-term setbacks in magnet availability, managing production on a daily basis while seeking long-term alternatives. (1 stable, 2 intensifying, 1 easing)
“And all of you know that we had some challenges on the magnets availability.”
The company's electric vehicle profitability is currently dependent on government subsidies (PLI scheme), and any change in eligibility or pricing could impact margins. [REGULATORY]
“Just a related question was on like PLI... It has a little bit gone up. It is about 0.7%.”
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