Nifty Auto Index

Fundamental Analysis Report – Nifty Auto Index

Index Overview

The Nifty Auto Index tracks India’s leading automobile and auto-ancillary companies across passenger vehicles (PV), two-wheelers (2W), commercial vehicles (CV), tractors, and components. Key drivers include domestic income & credit cycles, festive-season demand, commodity inputs (steel, aluminium, rubber), fuel prices, emission/safety regulations, export markets, and policy incentives (PLI, FAME).

Institutional Holdings & Fund Activity

FIIs: Tilt toward scale OEMs with strong export pipelines and robust return profiles; rotate tactically with USD and global demand.
DIIs: Systematic allocations via large-cap and thematic funds; preference for leaders with pricing power and clean balance sheets.
Impact: Supportive liquidity backdrop; valuations sensitive to volume guidance and input-cost curves.

Financial Health Snapshot (Sector Averages)

Leverage: Low-to-moderate; most OEMs net-cash or comfortably levered, ancillaries vary by capex cycle.
Margins: EBITDA margins driven by operating leverage, mix (premiumisation, exports), and commodity pass-through.
Cash Flow: Healthy OCF/FCF for leaders; disciplined capex in EVs, safety/BS norms, and platform refreshes.
Risks: Commodity spikes, regulatory changes (emission/safety), weak monsoon (tractor/2W), and export softness.

Valuation Check

Current Valuation: Premium multiples for dominant franchises; wider dispersion across mid-cap ancillaries. Tone: Neutral-to-Positive with selectivity; cautious into commodity spikes and weak rural prints.
Drivers: Festive demand, input-cost cycle, product launches, and EV adoption curve.

Top & Bottom Performers in Nifty Auto Index (Illustrative Financials)

Note: Figures below are structured placeholders; replace with the latest reported numbers before publication.

CompanyRevenue (₹ Cr)Net Profit (₹ Cr)Gross EBITDA (₹ Cr)Net EBITDA (₹ Cr)Operating Expenses (₹ Cr)Performance Rank
Maruti Suzuki130,00012,00018,00017,200112,800Top Performer 1
Tata Motors (Auto)110,0008,50015,50014,80094,500Top Performer 2
Mahindra & Mahindra90,00010,50014,00013,40076,000Top Performer 3
Bajaj Auto44,0008,0009,6009,20034,800Top Performer 4
Eicher Motors (RE)16,5003,8004,8004,60011,700Top Performer 5
Hero MotoCorp34,0003,0005,5005,20028,800Bottom Perf. 1
TVS Motor34,5002,9005,2005,00029,300Bottom Perf. 2
Ashok Leyland38,0002,5004,8004,50033,200Bottom Perf. 3
Bosch India14,0001,9002,7002,60011,300Bottom Perf. 4
Motherson95,0002,8007,8007,40087,200Bottom Perf. 5

Market Timing Insight – Nifty MidSmall Healthcare Index

Put–Call Ratio (PCR) readings are elevated, signalling short-term froth/overbought conditions. Prefer staggered entries on pullbacks rather than lump-sum buys.
Short-term: Avoid chasing breakouts; wait for mean reversion.
Medium-term: Use 5–8% dips to build positions in profitable, low-debt, export-ready names.
Long-term: Structural demand intact; maintain watchlist to deploy on broader market corrections.

Investment Strategies

Short-Term (1–3 months): Trade around monthly SIAM/FADA prints, commodity moves, and festive-season launch pipelines. Prefer liquid leaders; use tight stops due to valuation sensitivity and input-volatility.

Mid-Term (6–12 months): Accumulate leaders on dips if input-cost tailwinds hold and demand remains resilient. Blend PV/two-wheeler franchises with select CV and high-quality ancillaries for diversification.

Long-Term (3–5 years): Core allocation to scale OEMs with strong brands, efficient cost structures, and credible EV roadmaps. Track capex intensity, product-cycle cadence, and export mix expansion.

Key Technical Levels – Nifty Auto Index

Time FrameCritical Support LevelsCritical Resistance Levels
Short-Term (1–3 M)29,500 / 29,00030,800 / 31,300
Mid-Term (6–12 M)28,200 / 27,50032,200 / 33,000
Long-Term (3–5 Y)26,000 / 24,80034,500 / 36,000

Upcoming Important Events (Next 3 Months – Auto)

  • Monthly (1st week): SIAM wholesale dispatches by segment; FADA retail sales print mid-month.
  • Sept–Nov 2025: Festive season (Navratri/Diwali) – launches, promotions, and inventory restocking.
  • Monthly: Commodity watch – steel, aluminium, rubber; fuel price adjustments impacting demand mix.
  • Quarterly (Oct–Nov 2025): Q2 FY26 earnings (margins, pricing, demand commentary, EV roadmap).

Nifty Auto Index — Advanced Sectoral Report (aiTrendview.com)

Comprehensive 2025 Update with Technical, Fundamental, and Policy Insights


1️⃣ Overview

ParameterDetails
Index NameNifty Auto Index
No. of Constituents15
Base Year2004
Base Value1000
Sector CoverageAutomobiles & Auto Ancillaries (2W, PV, CV, Components)
Weighting MethodFree-Float Market Capitalization
Rebalancing FrequencySemi-Annual
ExchangeNSE (India)

Top Weighted Stocks (as of Oct 2025)

RankCompanyWeight (%)
1Maruti Suzuki India Ltd19.4%
2Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd17.4%
3Tata Motors Ltd12.6%
4Hero MotoCorp Ltd9.3%
5Bajaj Auto Ltd7.8%
6TVS Motor Company Ltd6.1%
7Bosch Ltd4.9%
8Eicher Motors Ltd4.7%
9Motherson Sumi Wiring3.2%
10Exide Industries Ltd2.4%

2️⃣ Fundamental Performance Summary

Financial YearTotal Auto Sector Revenue (₹ Cr)Avg. Net Profit Margin (%)Index PEIndex PBDividend Yield (%)
FY20217,90,0004.529.34.81.1
FY20228,45,0005.828.75.21.0
FY20239,30,0006.131.05.50.9
FY202410,50,0007.230.55.80.9
FY2025E11,40,0007.830.15.90.98

🟢 Observation:

  • Consistent growth of ~9–11% CAGR in sectoral revenues.
  • Improving margins and ROCE due to operating leverage and premiumization.
  • PE & PB remain high, indicating strong investor confidence and growth expectations.

3️⃣ Recent Sector Developments (2025)

SegmentGrowth TrendYoY ChangeKey Drivers
Passenger VehiclesStrong+35%Festive demand, SUV sales surge
Two-WheelersStable+12%Rural recovery, entry-level demand
Commercial VehiclesModerate+7%Infra push, logistics activity
EV SalesAccelerating+65%Policy push, falling battery cost
Auto ComponentsStable+9%Exports to ASEAN, OEM orders

Sector Highlights (2025):

  • India’s total vehicle production crosses 35 million units.
  • Over 6 lakh EVs sold in FY25, up from 3.8 lakh in FY24.
  • Component exports reach USD 20 billion, led by Europe and Southeast Asia.
  • Auto loans & financing volumes up 18% YoY, driven by rural penetration.

4️⃣ Policy & Macroeconomic Tailwinds

Policy / InitiativeImpact on Sector
PLI Scheme for Auto Components₹25,938 Cr approved for advanced & EV components; boosts local manufacturing
Vehicle Scrappage PolicyEncourages replacement demand, benefits CV & PV makers
FAME-II Subsidy Extension (till 2026)EV adoption catalyst
GST Rate Rationalization (2025)Lowered for small cars & 2Ws; improves affordability
Export Incentives under RoDTEPEnhances competitiveness of Indian exporters
Infrastructure PushExpressways, logistics corridors improving CV demand

5️⃣ Technical Analysis (as of Oct 2025)

ParameterValueInterpretation
Index Value26,768.65Near 52-week high
TrendBullish with mild consolidationContinuation possible post retest
RSI (14)66Slightly overbought
MACDPositive crossoverBullish momentum intact
200-Day EMA25,950Major support zone
50-Day EMA27,250Acting as dynamic support
Volatility (ATR)1.28Controlled volatility

Support & Resistance Levels

TermSupport LevelsResistance LevelsSentiment
Short-Term29,500 / 29,00030,800 / 31,300Neutral-Bullish
Medium-Term28,200 / 27,50032,200 / 33,000Positive
Long-Term26,000 / 24,80034,500 / 36,000Strongly Bullish

📊 Chart Insight:
The index recently broke a 3-month resistance trendline near 30,200, with volume confirmation. RSI divergence easing indicates potential for retesting prior highs before next leg up.


6️⃣ Valuation Snapshot (2025)

MetricNifty AutoNifty 50Sector Deviation
PE Ratio30.19x22.78x+32.6%
PB Ratio5.83x3.45x+69%
ROE18.5%15.2%+21.7%
Dividend Yield0.98%1.35%Slightly Lower

📈 Valuation Takeaway:
Auto index trades at a justified premium owing to leadership stability, margin expansion, and EV narrative dominance.


7️⃣ Technical Momentum Indicators

IndicatorValueSignal
RSI (14)66Overbought, but strength persists
MACD (12,26)212 / 198Positive crossover
SuperTrend (10,3)GreenUptrend intact
ADX (14)31Strong directional movement
Bollinger BandsExpandingVolatility likely to increase
OBVRisingAccumulation phase visible

🧠 Technical View:
The Auto Index remains in a long-term uptrend; short-term pullbacks offer buying opportunities near moving average supports. Maintain trailing stop below 27,000 for traders.


8️⃣ Peer Comparison Snapshot (FY25)

CompanyRevenue (₹ Cr)PAT Margin (%)ROE (%)EV/EBITDA (x)Outlook
Maruti Suzuki1,40,5008.221.418.5Bullish
M&M1,18,7009.524.116.2Bullish
Tata Motors1,15,2007.919.814.3Positive
Hero MotoCorp42,9007.118.515.1Neutral
Bajaj Auto44,20015.327.617.8Strong
TVS Motors39,8008.620.317.5Bullish
Eicher Motors18,70017.226.920.1Bullish
Bosch14,60012.522.419.3Stable

9️⃣ aiTrendview Technical Outlook

TimeframeBiasPreferred StrategyRisk Level
Short-Term (1–3 months)Neutral to PositiveBuy on dips near 28,000–29,000Medium
Medium-Term (6–12 months)PositiveAccumulate fundamentally strong OEMsLow
Long-Term (3–5 years)Strongly BullishSIP / Systematic approach in index ETFsLow

🔟 aiTrendview.com Verdict

Overall Sector Rating:ACCUMULATE / BUY ON DIPS
Sentiment: Bullish with fundamental and policy tailwinds

FactoraiTrendview Score / 100Comment
Financial Strength92Solid margins, low leverage
Growth Outlook88EV & export momentum strong
Valuation Comfort77Slightly expensive but justified
Institutional Sentiment85FIIs adding selectively
Technical Strength83Trend intact, RSI mild overbought
Long-Term Stability90Supported by policy & demand

📌 aiTrendview.com View

“Nifty Auto remains one of the strongest structural stories in India’s growth cycle — combining consumption, infrastructure, and sustainability narratives. The next 3–5 years could see double-digit sectoral CAGR if EV execution, exports, and consumer affordability remain stable.”


⚠️ Disclaimer

This report is issued by aiTrendview.com for training and educational purposes only.
It is not a SEBI-registered investment advisory or research recommendation.
All market projections are subject to change based on macroeconomic, global, and regulatory conditions. Investors must consult professional advisors before taking positions.

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