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M&M Diversified 15 Apr 2025

Mahindra & Mahindra Limited — Q4 FY25

M&M delivered a strong Q4 FY25 with SUV volumes up 20% and market share reaching 22.5% (+210bps).

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M&M delivered a strong Q4 FY25 with SUV volumes up 20% and market share reaching 22.5% (+210bps). Farm tractor market share hit a record 43.3% (+170bps) with standalone margins at 20.8% in Q4. The BEV business is EBITDA positive at INR 10 crore (MEAL standalone) with strong initial demand skewed to top packs. Management guided for SUV growth ahead of industry in FY26, aided by full-year contributions from Thar ROXX and 3XO, and expects tractor industry growth in high single digits. Key risks include competitive intensity in tractors and EV ramp-up complexity, particularly delivery experience and supply chain learning curves.

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Quarter Snapshot

SUV Market Share 22.5%
+210bps YoY

SUV market share gained 210 bps year-over-year to 22.5% in Q4 FY25.

Farm Tractor Market Share 43.3%
+170bps YoY

Farm tractor market share reached a record 43.3%, up 170 bps YoY.

BEV EBITDA (MEAL standalone) INR 10 crore
N/A (first quarter)

MEAL standalone EBITDA positive at INR 10 crore in Q4, excluding PLI accrual.

Last Mile Mobility Volumes 78,000 vehicles
+5x vs FY20

Last mile mobility volumes grew 5x from 14,000 in FY20 to 78,000 in FY25.

What Changed vs Last Quarter

Comparing Q4 FY25 vs Q3 FY25
3 new guidance3 dropped4 new risk4 risk resolved
NEW
SUV growth to outpace industry in FY26

Management expects M&M SUV volumes to grow faster than the industry in FY26, driven by full-year contributions from Thar ROXX and 3XO, and incremental EV volumes from a new customer base.

NEW
BEV delivery ramp-up to be gradual, focusing on customer experience

M&M plans to slow BEV deliveries in April-May to improve customer experience, with average waiting time of ~4 months. Production capacity is at 5,000/month initially.

NEW
PLI certification expected by Q2 FY26, cumulative accrual then

Management expects technical certification for PLI on XEV 9e by Q2 FY26, at which point cumulative PLI for all sold vehicles will be accrued.

UPDATED
Tractor industry growth in high single digits for FY26

Management guided for tractor industry growth in high single digits for FY26, with M&M focusing on execution rather than market share targets.

DROPPED
Full Year Tractor Industry Growth ~7%

Based on Q4 growth, the full year tractor industry growth is expected to be over 7%.

DROPPED
EV Monthly Volume Target 5,000 Units

Management targets an initial monthly volume of about 5,000 units combined for the BE 6e and XEV 9e.

DROPPED
Farm International Operations Review in Q4

The evaluation of international farm operations will be completed in Q4, with potential actions to be disclosed.

NEW RISK
Competitive intensity in tractors may pressure margins

Management noted that Q4 tractor margins benefited from lower competitive intensity; if competition increases, margins may come under pressure.

NEW RISK
EV ramp-up complexity and delivery experience challenges

Management highlighted that BEV deliveries are more complex than ICE, with software updates and customer onboarding taking 2-3 hours, leading to a deliberate slowdown in April-May.

NEW RISK
Rare earth metal supply chain restrictions from China

An analyst raised concerns about Chinese rare earth metal export restrictions; management clarified that end-use certification is needed but process is unclear, though inventory provides near-term cover.

NEW RISK
International farm subsidiaries continue to drag profitability

Three strategic international farm subsidiaries (Turkey, Brazil, MAgNA) had an aggregated loss of INR 104 crore in FY25, with Turkey losing share due to early TREM V compliance.

RISK GONE
KG Mobility Mark-to-Market Impact

A significant mark-to-market loss from KG Mobility investment depressed reported profits despite strong operational performance.

RISK GONE
EV Ramp-Up Quality Risk

Analyst raised concern about quality issues during EV ramp-up; management acknowledged and plans gradual ramp-up to avoid quality trade-offs.

RISK GONE
LCV Segment Weakness

The LCV segment (2-3.5 ton) continues to see low single-digit growth, and management is unable to explain the sluggishness despite favorable economic factors.

RISK GONE
CAFE 3 Norms Uncertainty

CAFE 3 norms are still under debate with no consensus, potentially delaying implementation and creating regulatory uncertainty.

🤫 Topics management stopped discussing

Mid-to-high teens SUV volume growth for FY25

Mentioned in Q1 FY25, Q2 FY25, Q3 FY24, Q4 FY24

Management expects full-year SUV portfolio volume growth of 15%-18%.

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

Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24, Q3 FY24

Capacity expansion on track to 49,000 units per month by end of current quarter, though near-term volumes may be impacted by XUV300 ramp-down.

Tech Mahindra turnaround timeline uncertainty

Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24, Q3 FY24

TechM profit down 61%; management acknowledged it as a sore spot and expects recovery but with uncertainty.

Tractor industry growth around 5% with upside potential

Mentioned in Q1 FY25, Q2 FY25, Q3 FY25

Based on Q4 growth, the full year tractor industry growth is expected to be over 7%.

EV adoption slower than expected in entry-level segment

Mentioned in Q2 FY24, Q4 FY24

Global EV slowdown and low penetration in India may impact BEV launch success; management relies on 'wow' products to drive demand.

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Top guidance SUV growth to outpace industry in FY26

Management expects M&M SUV volumes to grow faster than the industry in FY26, driven by full-year contributions from Thar ROXX and 3XO, and incremen...

Top risk Competitive intensity in tractors may pressure margins

Management noted that Q4 tractor margins benefited from lower competitive intensity; if competition increases, margins may come under pressure.

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