Commodity cost inflation and rupee devaluation
Commodity headwinds caused ~100 bps margin impact in Q4 and are expected to be more severe in Q1 FY27. Management has only partially passed on costs via a 2% price hike.
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Commodity headwinds caused ~100 bps margin impact in Q4 and are expected to be more severe in Q1 FY27. Management has only partially passed on costs via a 2% price hike.
Diesel is 30-50% of TCO for transporters; rising diesel prices could delay purchase decisions, especially in HCVs. Management noted customers postponing decisions.
No shipments to Middle East in last two months due to geopolitical tensions; exports to the region have been recalibrated.
Management described current tender pricing as 'unsustainable' and is bidding prudently, which may limit volume growth in electric buses.