El Niño impact on monsoon and tractor demand
Potential El Niño could affect monsoon rains, impacting tractor demand in FY27 despite adequate reservoir levels.
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Commodity price inflation pressuring margins
Rising steel, copper, and aluminum prices may impact margins, especially in construction equipment, with limited ability to pass on costs.
Subsidy-driven demand lumpiness
State government subsidies have boosted tractor sales, but their withdrawal could lead to demand deceleration in FY27.
Kubota brand market share recovery dependent on new products
Kubota brand has been struggling due to limited product portfolio and high cost structure; recovery hinges on Indian platform launch, which is 1-1.5 years away.