Small car segment weakness
Affordability challenges persist in the small car segment, with no clear recovery timeline despite limited edition launches.
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Maruti Suzuki — Q2 FY25
Maruti Suzuki reported Q2 FY25 net sales of INR 35,589 crore, nearly flat YoY, while PAT fell 17.4% to INR 3,069 crore due to a one-time tax provision.
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Risk Intelligence
Material risks this quarter
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Risks
Discount pressure on margins
Higher discounts (INR 29,300/car) are compressing margins; sustainability depends on demand recovery.
medium · data_observationYen volatility and hedging effectiveness
CFO noted yen uncertainty due to macro factors (US elections), though hedging is being stepped up to reduce volatility.
medium · analyst_questionModel portfolio complexity
Expanding to 28 models from 18 raises complexity in dealership footprint and operations, acknowledged by management as a key challenge.
low · analyst_question