About the company:
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation (Japan), is India’s largest automobile manufacturer, dominating the passenger vehicle (PV) segment with a market share of over 40%. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company is known for its fuel-efficient, affordable, and reliable cars, including bestsellers like Alto, Swift, Baleno, WagonR, and Brezza. Maruti Suzuki has expanded into hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) while strengthening its CNG and SUV portfolio. With a vast dealer and service network of over 4,000 outlets, the company plays a pivotal role in India’s automobile industry growth and exports to 100+ countries.
Launch of e-Vitara EV:
Maruti’s first electric SUV, built on the new HEARTECT-e platform, with 500+ km range.
Plans to be India’s largest EV manufacturer within the first year of production.
Global production hub for Suzuki and Toyota, targeting exports to 100+ countries.
CNG Growth & Market Share:
1 in 3 Maruti cars sold in India is CNG.
Growing demand for hybrids, CNG, and SUVs in both urban and rural markets.
Strategic Developments & Outlook:
Retail demand outlook: Growth of ~3.5% expected in Q4 FY25, with rural outperforming urban.
Kharkhoda plant: Expected to be operational by Q4 FY25.
Price hikes: 30 bps impact on net sales in Q4, taken to offset cost pressures.
Exports rising: Expansion in Latin America, Africa, and ASEAN.
Competitive Landscape: Maruti sees increased industry competition as a positive for innovation and market expansion.
Metric | Q3 FY25 | Q2 FY25 | Q1 FY25 |
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Net Sales | ₹368 billion | ₹357 billion | ₹338 billion |
Total Sales Volume | 5,66,213 units | 5,52,055 units | 5,11,475 units |
Domestic Sales | 4,66,993 units | 4,56,911 units | 4,31,813 units |
Export Sales | 99,220 units | 95,144 units | 79,662 units |
Net Profit | ₹35.25 billion | ₹37.16 billion | ₹30.01 billion |
EBIT Margin | 10.0% | 10.3% | 9.8% |
Recent updates:
Highlights from last con call:
Sales Performance:
Total sales: 5,66,213 units (+8.7% YoY).
Domestic sales: 4,66,993 units, highest-ever retail sales in Q3.
Exports: 99,220 units, a record high, commanding 49% of India’s total PV exports.
Financial Performance:
Net Sales: ₹368 billion (+16% YoY).
Net Profit: ₹35.25 billion (+12.6% YoY).
EBIT Margin: 10.0% (down from 10.3% in Q2) due to higher ad spend, forex losses, and depreciation from the upcoming Kharkhoda plant.