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M&M Diversified 23 Oct 2023

Mahindra & Mahindra Limited — Q2 FY24

M&M reported a strong operating performance in Q2 FY24, with standalone revenue up 17% YoY and PAT up 67% YoY, driven by robust auto demand and market share gains.

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M&M reported a strong operating performance in Q2 FY24, with standalone revenue up 17% YoY and PAT up 67% YoY, driven by robust auto demand and market share gains. Auto EBIT margins expanded 200 bps to 7.9% (excluding a one-time gain), while farm margins remained resilient despite a flat industry. SUV bookings remain strong at 286,000, with production ramping to 49,000/month by year-end. The company reiterated its 18% ROE target and highlighted growth gems like electric three-wheelers (61% market share) and Susten (1.5 GW to 7 GW). Key risks include potential margin pressure from World Cup sponsorship costs and slower EV adoption in the entry-level segment.

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Quarter Snapshot

SUV Bookings 286,000
+18% YoY

Open bookings remain strong, led by Scorpio, Thar, and XUV700 families.

Auto EBIT Margin 7.9%
+200 bps YoY

Excluding a one-time gain of INR 210 crore, margin expanded on operating leverage.

Farm Market Share 41.5%
+150 bps YoY

Gained share despite a flat industry, driven by new launches Oja and Naya Swaraj.

Electric Three-Wheeler Market Share 61%
+14x in 3 years

Volume expected to reach 74,000 units this year, up from 5,000 three years ago.

What Changed vs Last Quarter

Comparing Q2 FY24 vs Q1 FY24
3 new guidance3 dropped3 new risk3 risk resolved
NEW
Auto production capacity to reach 49,000/month by March 2024

Production is currently at 42,000/month and on track to hit 49,000 by end of fiscal year.

NEW
Mahindra Finance credit cost target of 1.5%-1.7% for FY24

Credit cost expected to decline from 2.3% in H1 to 1.5%-1.7% by year-end, driven by structural asset quality improvement.

NEW
Susten capacity target of 7 GW in 4 years

Susten plans to grow from 1.5 GW to 7 GW in 4 years, with 1 GW of bids already won in H1.

UPDATED
Farm machinery revenue growth target of ~40% for FY24

Management expects farm machinery revenue to grow about 40% for the full year, up from 35% in H1.

DROPPED
Auto capacity to reach 39,000 units per month by Q4 FY24

Management confirmed that production capacity will increase to 39,000 units per month by the end of Q4 FY24, with current production already at that level.

DROPPED
EPS growth target of 15-20%

Management reiterated a long-term EPS growth target of 15-20%, despite a strong 60% growth in Q1.

DROPPED
ROE threshold of 18%

Management committed to maintaining an ROE of at least 18%, with current ROE at 24%.

NEW RISK
World Cup sponsorship impact on Q3 margins

Management flagged a three-digit crore one-time expense in Q3 for World Cup sponsorship, which could pressure margins.

NEW RISK
EV adoption slower than expected in entry-level segment

XUV400 volumes are intentionally low due to planned upgrades, and the entry-level EV segment faces cost and demand challenges.

NEW RISK
Potential PLI certification delay for SUV EVs

M&M has not yet applied for final PLI certification for the XUV400, while a competitor has already received it, posing a competitive risk.

RISK GONE
Semiconductor supply disruptions

Management cautioned that semiconductor issues could resurface, potentially impacting production volumes.

RISK GONE
RBL investment strategic rationale questioned

Analysts raised concerns about the lack of immediate tangible benefits from the RBL Bank investment, with management citing a long-term optionality that may not materialize.

RISK GONE
Farm sector demand volatility

Management noted difficulty in forecasting tractor demand due to monsoon variability and base effects, with potential downside if rains disappoint.

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Guidance and risk preview

Top guidance Auto production capacity to reach 49,000/month by March 2024

Production is currently at 42,000/month and on track to hit 49,000 by end of fiscal year.

Top risk World Cup sponsorship impact on Q3 margins

Management flagged a three-digit crore one-time expense in Q3 for World Cup sponsorship, which could pressure margins.

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