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TATAMOTORS Automobile 30 Oct 2024

Tata Motors Ltd — Q2 FY25

Tata Motors reported a disappointing Q2 FY25 with consolidated revenue down 3.5% YoY and JLR EBIT margin falling 190 bps to 5.6%, impacted by aluminum supply disruptions and a temporary quality hold on 6,000 vehicles.

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Revenue ₹17,535 Cr -3.5%
EBITDA
PAT ₹498 Cr
EBITDA Margin
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Tata Motors reported a disappointing Q2 FY25 with consolidated revenue down 3.5% YoY and JLR EBIT margin falling 190 bps to 5.6%, impacted by aluminum supply disruptions and a temporary quality hold on 6,000 vehicles. Domestic CV volumes declined 11% YoY due to slowdown in infrastructure and mining, while PV market share slipped to 13.3% amid industry-wide discounting. JLR reiterated its FY25 guidance of ≥8.5% EBIT and net cash positive, but headroom is tight. Management expects H2 recovery driven by volume normalization and working capital reversal. Key risks include further deterioration in China demand and sustained discounting in the domestic PV market.

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Quarter Snapshot

JLR Wholesales 87,000
-10,000 units QoQ

Production constrained to 86,000 units due to Novelis flood and quality hold.

JLR VME (Variable Marketing Expense) 4%
+290 bps YoY

Sales support increased to 4% of revenue vs 1.1% last year, driven by competitive pressure.

CV Market Share (H1) 38.1%
flat YoY

Tata Motors maintained share despite 11% industry volume decline.

PV Dealer Inventory Days 30-31 days
down from >45 days

Sharp reduction in dealer inventory after October festive sales, improving dealer health.

What Changed vs Last Quarter

Comparing Q2 FY25 vs Q4 FY24
3 new guidance3 dropped4 new risk4 risk resolved
NEW
JLR net cash positive by FY25 year-end

JLR expects to end FY25 with net cash positive, driven by working capital reversal and strong Q4 cash generation.

NEW
JLR FY26 EBIT margin of 10% still possible

Management sees 10% EBIT margin achievable in FY26, aided by lower D&A from extended ICE lifecycles, but headroom is tightening.

NEW
PV SUV salience target 80% by FY30

Tata Motors aims to increase SUV share in PV portfolio to 80% by FY30, with new launches like Harrier EV and Sierra.

UPDATED
JLR FY25 EBIT margin ≥8.5%

JLR reaffirms full-year EBIT margin target of at least 8.5%, despite Q2 headwinds, expecting H2 recovery from volume normalization and working capital reversal.

DROPPED
JLR net debt zero by end of FY25

JLR targets net debt zero by the end of FY25, with Q1 cash flow expected to be broadly breakeven due to working capital reversal.

DROPPED
JLR investment spend ~GBP 3.5 billion in FY25

JLR's total investment spending for FY25 is expected to be around GBP 3.5 billion, similar to FY24 levels.

DROPPED
India PV industry growth less than 5% in FY25

Management expects the Indian passenger vehicle industry to grow less than 5% in FY25 due to high base and channel inventory.

NEW RISK
China demand deterioration

JLR's China business faces extreme retailer stress and market decline, which could impact H2 sales and profitability.

NEW RISK
JLR warranty cost inflation

Warranty expenses are rising despite improving quality, driven by higher labor rates and repair costs, pressuring margins.

NEW RISK
PV industry discounting and inventory

High industry channel inventories and price discounting could persist, impacting Tata Motors' PV margins and market share.

NEW RISK
CV financing stress in SCV segment

Rising NPAs in small commercial vehicle financing may constrain demand and require continued support schemes.

RISK GONE
Price pressure in JLR markets

JLR noted price becoming a negative factor in Q4 due to increased VME (variable marketing expense) from 0.5% to 3%, indicating rising competition.

RISK GONE
Commodity cost inflation in India CV

Management acknowledged increases in casting, forgings, aluminum, and tires in Q1, which may require price increases to offset margin impact.

RISK GONE
China market competitiveness

JLR's CJLR JV operates in highly price-competitive segments in China, with volumes at 45,000 units; further margin pressure possible.

RISK GONE
EV demand slowdown narrative

Management dismissed negative media commentary on EV slowdown, but acknowledged that EV industry growth moderated to 40% in Q4 from 70% full year, suggesting potential headwinds.

🤫 Topics management stopped discussing

Commodity cost inflation in India CV

Mentioned in Q2 FY24, Q4 FY24

Management acknowledged increases in casting, forgings, aluminum, and tires in Q1, which may require price increases to offset margin impact.

Global demand slowdown and discounting by competitors

Mentioned in Q2 FY24, Q4 FY24

Management dismissed negative media commentary on EV slowdown, but acknowledged that EV industry growth moderated to 40% in Q4 from 70% full year, suggesting potential headwinds.

JLR net debt target below GBP 1 billion by end of FY24

Mentioned in Q2 FY24, Q4 FY24

JLR targets net debt zero by the end of FY25, with Q1 cash flow expected to be broadly breakeven due to working capital reversal.

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Guidance and risk preview

Top guidance JLR FY25 EBIT margin ≥8.5%

JLR reaffirms full-year EBIT margin target of at least 8.5%, despite Q2 headwinds, expecting H2 recovery from volume normalization and working capi...

Top risk China demand deterioration

JLR's China business faces extreme retailer stress and market decline, which could impact H2 sales and profitability.

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