Bajaj Auto Ltd

Q4 FY26 Earnings Call Analysis

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fundraise: No informationcapex: Yesrevenue: Category 3margin: Category 3orderbook: No information
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orderbook

Current/ Expected Orderbook/ Pending Orders?

The transcript provided does not explicitly mention the current or expected order book or pending orders for Bajaj Auto Limited or its subsidiaries. The discussion primarily focuses on: - Market share and growth strategies in segments including Triumph and 125cc+ motorcycles. - Product launches and portfolio expansions. - Dealer network expansion. - Pricing impacts from regulations like OBD 2B. - Growth in exports and electric vehicle portfolios. - Financial performance and strategic priorities. - Challenges such as KTM export drops and recalibration of channel inventories. No specific data or commentary on order books or pending orders is disclosed in the transcript on page 22 or the surrounding pages provided.
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fundraise

Any current/future new fundraising through debt or equity?

- No explicit mention of any current or future fundraising through debt or equity in the transcript. - The company has a strong cash position with surplus cash of INR15,000 crores as of the recent quarter. - It has generated INR3,000 crores of free cash flow in the first 9 months of FY25. - Strategic investments of approximately INR1,600 crores were made toward the financing subsidiary and INR450 crores toward capex, mainly for the electric portfolio. - No indication of plans to raise additional funds via debt or equity; focus remains on organic growth, product launches, and network expansion. - The company continues to invest behind strategic growth enablers from cash flow without mentioning new fundraising.
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capex

Any current/future capex/capital investment/strategic investment?

- Bajaj Auto has strategically invested approximately INR1,600 crores into its financing subsidiary (Bajaj Auto Credit Limited) to support its nationwide expansion. - About INR450 crores of capex was invested, with roughly two-thirds directed towards the electric portfolio. - Bajaj Auto Credit Limited has completed its national rollout and is scaling up capabilities for digital processes, risk management, and collections to support future growth. - The company is sizing up Bajaj Auto Technology Limited (BATL) to enhance technology and R&D capabilities, with associated costs reflected in consolidated financials. - Over the next 2 years, Bajaj plans a slew of new products for Triumph and will expand its network to drive growth organically. - Future opportunities for monetization through BATL with partners like KTM remain under consideration but are in early stages. - Continuous product launches and innovation in the 125cc+ segment and electric portfolio are planned to sustain growth.
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revenue

Future growth expectations in sales/revenue/volumes?

- FY25 growth rate expected to be similar to FY24; no significant change anticipated despite short-term post-season slowdown. - Exports targeted to grow at 20%+ year-on-year in the near term, with strong markets in Latin America, Africa (especially Nigeria), Philippines, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. - Domestic 2-wheeler industry growth outlook: 6% to 8%, with the 125cc+ segment growing faster than 100cc segment. - Focus on expanding market share in the 125cc+ segment via new product variants (9 variants between Dec–Mar) and strategic communication. - Steady organic growth expected for Triumph over next 2 years with new products and network expansion. - Electric and green energy portfolios (electric + CNG) are growing rapidly, trending towards nearly half of domestic business. - Scaling up of new products such as Freedom CNG motorcycle and electric 3-wheelers expected to drive future growth.
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margin

Future growth expectations in earnings/operating earnings/profits/EPS?

- Bajaj Auto expects growth in FY25 to be similar to FY24, without sharp short-term fluctuations. - Focus on leadership and market share expansion in the 125cc+ motorcycle segment through product rollouts and innovation. - Electric portfolio expected to grow significantly, with unit economics improving and moving towards EBITDA breakeven or marginal profits. - CNG bike Freedom 125 gaining steady traction to contribute to growth. - Exports targeted to grow at over 20% year-on-year, driven by markets like Latin America, Africa, and others. - Bajaj Auto Credit profits have started, aiding financing support and scaling sales. - Continued network expansion and strategic product introductions (e.g., Triumph portfolio expansion) to drive organic growth. - Focus on maintaining best-in-class profitability while investing in strategic growth areas. - Overall outlook aims to sustain 20%+ EBITDA levels with top- and bottom-line growth alongside a growing EV portfolio.