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Time of India
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Bajaj Auto Share Price Live Updates: Bajaj Auto's beta reflects its resilience in the market
29 Jul 2025 | 09:04:05 AM IST Stay up-to-date with the Bajaj Auto Stock Liveblog, your comprehensive source for real-time updates and detailed analysis on a prominent stock. Explore the latest information on Bajaj Auto, including: Last traded price 8075.0, Market capitalization: 225905.44, Volume: 239, Price-to-earnings ratio 30.84, Earnings per share 262.29. Our liveblog provides a comprehensive overview of Bajaj Auto by integrating fundamental and technical indicators. Stay informed about breaking news that can impact Bajaj Auto's performance in the market. Our expert analysis and stock recommendations empower you to make well-informed financial decisions. Join us on this journey as we delve into the exciting world of Bajaj Auto and its market potential. The data points are updated as on 09:04:04 AM IST, 29 Jul 2025 Show more
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ather closing in on Ola Electric in July EV sales
Ola Electric 's shift from chasing growth to focusing on profitability has come at a cost. Its market share in the electric two-wheeler segment slipped to 17.2 per cent as of July 27, down from 19.9 per cent in June, as per Vahan data. Ather Energy , its listed rival, is now within striking distance, clocking 13,187 units this month for a 16.5 per cent share. The gap of just 526 units between Ola Electric and Ather Energy in July so far marks a sharp narrowing compared with June, when Ola Electric had sold over 5,000 units more than Ather Energy. Ola Electric reported a net loss of ₹428 crore on revenue of ₹828 crore for the first quarter of FY26. Losses widened 23 per cent from ₹347 crore in the same quarter last year but shrank 51 per cent from ₹870 crore in the January-March period. Revenue rose 35 per cent sequentially from ₹611 crore but was down 49.6 per cent year-on-year. Ather Energy is yet to report its financials for the April-June period. Responding to queries sent by ET, Ravneet Phokela, chief business officer of Ather Energy, said that the recent growth in its numbers was on account of the launch of its family-oriented scooter series, Rizta, which has expanded its user base across new segments and geographies. Queries sent to Ola Electric, Bajaj Auto , and TVS Motor remained unanswered till press time. This shake-up in market positions comes amid rising concerns over China's curbs on rare earth magnet exports, which are starting to hit electric two-wheeler sales in India. The segment has seen a 21.6 per cent drop in volumes so far in July versus June. Even legacy players like TVS Motor and Bajaj Auto, which lead the category, have seen sharp month-on-month declines of 31 per cent and 27.4 per cent, respectively. Phokela of Ather Energy said the company has so far managed to avoid any major impact by balancing inventory between its manufacturing units and dealerships. 'As an industry, all of us are also exploring alternative sources and technologies, but that's not ready at this point in time,' he said. In a recent interview with ET, Rajiv Bajaj, managing director of Bajaj Auto, said August could be a 'zero month' for its electric scooter Chetak and electric three-wheeler GoGo due to a shortage of rare earth magnets, making it the first automaker to halt production as a result of China's export curbs on the key component. Ola Electric slips The drop in Ola Electric's market share and sales has come at a time when it has been grappling with a range of challenges, including scrutiny over sales data discrepancies, vehicle quality concerns and missing trade certificates at several of its retail outlets. 'Ola Electric has been grappling with the issues of quality historically, because of which the brand has taken a hit,' said Jay Kale, executive vice president of Elara Capital. 'While they have mentioned in their earnings calls that their Gen 3 products have a much better quality, it will take time for that to reflect in the market and the word of mouth to spread.' Ola's stock has also underperformed since its listing. On Friday, it closed at ₹41.2 on the BSE, well below the IPO price of ₹76. In contrast, Ather's shares closed at ₹333.7, up from its IPO price of ₹321. In February, Ola Electric reported 25,000 vehicle sales in its filings, while Vahan data showed just 8,652 registrations.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Bajaj Auto to infuse more mojo into 125cc motorcycles this fiscal
Bajaj Auto will focus on on restoring competitiveness in the 'strategically important' 125cc+ motorcycle segment during this fiscal, according to its 2024-25 annual report. The company will also look at unlocking the full potential of the GoGo brand in the electric three-wheeler space, 'mirroring our leadership' in the ICE category. Likewise, the new Chetak electric scooter range will be executed with the intent to 'significantly step up' volumes and market share. Multiple product launches across the KTM and Triumph portfolios are planned to further strengthen Bajaj Auto's global market positioning . 'Throughout this journey, we remain mindful of margin pressures arising from an increasingly competitive landscape and a strengthening rupee,' states the company. Also read: Bajaj Auto on the go with its GoGo electric 3-wheeler brand Chairman, Niraj Bajaj , has said in the report that sales of the 'strategically important and focused segment' of the 125cc+ motorcycle segment hit a new peak. Pulsar, the flagship brand, remains a strong force in the sports motorcycle segment, 'leading the charge as a symbol of Indian engineering and excellence'. Targeted actions While overall domestic motorcycles performance was subdued by a relatively weak second half that saw a loss of market share, 'we view this as a critical area and are taking clear and targeted actions to regain momentum'. Sales of the recently launched Freedom 125 have also been tepid but Bajaj Auto has reiterated that the world's first CNG motorcycle represents its commitment to 'breakthrough innovation while reimagining mobility'. Freedom 125, the company states, is more than a bike; it is a statement of how engineering and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand. That your Company not only navigated this transition but delivered its best-ever performance is a testament to the very versatile nature of our business, which drives the resilience of our results. When one engine slows, the other steps up — allowing the enterprise to stay on Bajaj The preceding fiscal also saw domestic demand slowing down for Bajaj Auto in the second half while exports accelerated sharply. 'That your Company not only navigated this transition but delivered its best-ever performance is a testament to the very versatile nature of our business, which drives the resilience of our results. When one engine slows, the other steps up — allowing the enterprise to stay on course,' said the Chairman. According to him, the other bit of good news was the 'surefooted progress' that Bajaj Auto had made on building the electric vehicles business which now account for 20% of domestic sales. More importantly, Chetak achieved segment leadership position on electric scooters during the fiscal that went by. Chetak on a roll 'This was the year in which Chetak hit leadership in the electric scooters market as volumes more than doubled year-on-year. The launch of the affordable variant earlier in the year and rapid expansion of the network to over 4,000 touchpoints were key interventions that propelled the business to leadership,' said Niraj Bajaj. The company's partner brands, KTM and Triumph, clocked nearly one lakh units domestically, reflecting the growing preference for premium mobility and 'our decisive presence' in this space. 'Buoyed by the strength of an expanded/upgraded portfolio and a wider reach in terms of city and dealership coverage, the interventions are yielding encouraging results,' he added. Also read: Bajaj, KTM will pull out all the stops in new revival plan The electric three-wheeler business, which is under two years old, rapidly scaled up too with a three-fold increase in market share and further going on to achieve segment leadership at the start of FY26. Exports also staged a strong comeback with double-digit growth that was led by Latin America, which continued its strong momentum, registering yet another high over what was already a record performance last year. 'Our brands continue to enjoy deep trust and loyalty among customers, helping us reclaim volumes and drive share across markets,' he said. Bullish on Brazil The recently launched Brazil business has grown scale quarter after quarter particularly after supplies were unlocked following the commissioning of the first company-owned overseas assembling facility in Manaus in June 2024. The business ended the year at a quarterly run rate that was in excess of what it sold for all of the previous financial year. To leverage the attractive market opportunity, capacity is being further increased, the portfolio augmented and the network expanded to cover the country. I truly believe Brazil will emerge as a sizable and exciting market for us in the years Bajaj 'To leverage the attractive market opportunity, capacity is being further increased, the portfolio augmented and the network expanded to cover the country. I truly believe Brazil will emerge as a sizable and exciting market for us in the years ahead,' said Niraj Bajaj. Summing up, the company would remain committed to driving competitiveness in the strategically relevant and important 125cc+ motorcycle segment while scaling up Chetak even further with a view to growing volumes, market share leadership and improving unit economics. Bajaj Auto would also focus on expanding and replicating market leadership in the electric three-wheeler segment and thereby mirroring the strong position built in the ICE category. It would also strive to sustain and broad base the recovery in exports while leveraging the uptick across select overseas markets. The company would stay the course 'relentlessly' on delivering differentiated product innovation, impactful in-market activation and superior customer experience. Project Velocity The year also saw Bajaj Auto kicking off Project Velocity which involved a thorough analysis of business units, leadership-led reviews, and 'iterative refinements' to each unit's organisation structure. This was followed by a carefully thought out mapping of talent to key roles, ensuring alignment with business priorities, and stronger cross-functional collaboration. 'It resulted in simplification of the organisation structure and flattening of the leadership layers to provide perfect correlation between our leadership levels, 4S framework and our leadership competency framework,' said the Chairman. As I reflect on the year gone by, for me it has brought home a profound business truth - in uncharted waters, competitiveness comes not from always having the wind at your back, but from being able to adroitly adjust your sails as the winds Bajaj All this revolved around simplicity of strategy, (anticipate the future with simplicity); singularity of objectives (drive singularity of alignment across the organisation); synergy of teams (bring synergies by enabling the cross functional teams to continuously adapt to the dynamic environment); and speed of execution (act with speed in flawlessly executing and continuously improving). According to Niraj Bajaj, these changes have already started to positively impact agility, efficiency and speed of execution within the ecosystem. 'As I reflect on the year gone by, for me it has brought home a profound business truth - in uncharted waters, competitiveness comes not from always having the wind at your back, but from being able to adroitly adjust your sails as the winds shift,' he observed.
Mint
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Bajaj Dominar 400 vs Pulsar NS400Z: Price, features and specifications compared
Bajaj Auto has introduced its newest and most powerful Pulsar yet — the NS400Z. This new entrant now sits at the top of the Pulsar lineup and enters a segment already occupied by the Dominar 400, another 400cc offering from the same manufacturer. Here's a detailed comparison to help you understand how these two bikes stack up. The Pulsar NS400Z takes inspiration from the existing Pulsar models, featuring a sharp and aggressive design. Its LED headlamp unit is complemented by striking LED DRLs, and the sculpted tank, bold graphics, and sporty radiator shrouds give it a dynamic road presence. On the other hand, the Dominar 400 leans more toward a power cruiser aesthetic. With its muscular stance and larger proportions, it offers the look and feel of a big bike at a relatively accessible price point. Though it has been on sale for a while, the Dominar still manages to turn heads. Both bikes are powered by a 373 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, but they differ slightly in output. The NS400Z produces 42 bhp and 35 Nm, while the Dominar 400 delivers 39 bhp with the same torque figure. A 6-speed gearbox with a slipper and assist clutch is standard on both, but the NS400Z has the added advantage of a standard quickshifter, enhancing its sporty appeal. Underneath, the Dominar 400 is built on a beam-type perimeter frame, supported by 43 mm telescopic front forks and a multi-step adjustable rear monoshock. Suspension travel is 135 mm at the front and 110 mm at the rear. It features a 320 mm front disc and a 230 mm rear disc for braking. The NS400Z, meanwhile, uses a steel perimeter frame paired with 43 mm upside-down forks at the front and a 6-step adjustable Nitrox monoshock at the rear. Braking hardware is similar, with the same disc sizes front and back. Both motorcycles come equipped with a digital instrument cluster offering turn-by-turn navigation. Riders also benefit from four selectable ride modes — Road, Rain, Sport, and Off-Road. Additional features include a USB charging port, enhancing convenience on the go. The Pulsar NS400Z carries a more affordable price tag at ₹ 1.92 lakh, whereas the Dominar 400 is priced at ₹ 2.39 lakh (ex-showroom). This price gap makes the NS400Z an appealing option for riders looking for performance and features without stretching their budget.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
‘Been hit quite hard…': Bajaj Auto reels from China's rare earth magnet curbs; Rajiv Bajaj says ‘looking at a zero month'
India's second-largest electric scooter manufacturer by volume has been compelled to reduce its EV production by 50% this month. China's rare earth magnet curbs are set to hit India's auto sector, with Bajaj Auto being possibly the first to halt production of its electric scooters in August. According to Bajaj Auto managing director Rajiv Bajaj, August may be a 'zero month' for the company. Bajaj Auto may have to bring its production to a complete halt in August for its Chetak electric scooter and GoGo electric three-wheeler due to a shortage of rare earth magnets, Rajiv Bajaj told ET. India's second-largest electric scooter manufacturer by volume has been compelled to reduce its EV production by 50% this month, despite achieving full production capacity in June by utilising existing component stocks, according to Bajaj. 'Hit Quite Hard', says Bajaj 'Bajaj Auto had in recent months achieved pole position in both the electric scooter segment with its Chetak and the electric three-wheeler segment with its GoGo. Hence, since our volume requirements are quite high, particularly with the festive season approaching, we have been hit quite hard by the unavailability of heavy rare earth magnets as opposed to some of the smaller low-volume manufacturers,' Rajiv Bajaj was quoted as saying by ET. Also Read | China's rare earth export curbs hit another industry! Apple AirPods production at Foxconn India unit faces hurdles; here's what's happening Talking about the possibility of a 'zero month' in August, Bajaj said, 'Should that happen, it would be not just a significant impact on our leading share and revenue, but also on our Ebitda (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation) as our EV portfolio is now reasonably profitable.' According to Bajaj, for immediate needs, there are no substitutes. Looking ahead to the medium term, two clear options emerge: seeking a replacement for the high rare earth magnet, or identifying sources beyond China. 'In the short-term, there are no alternatives. In the medium-term, the two obvious alternatives are to look for an alternative to the high rare earth magnet and/or to look for an alternative to the source i.e. China,' he said. China is the global leader in rare earth magnet supply, which is essential not only for electric vehicles but also for conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, renewable energy systems, consumer electronics, defence equipment, aerospace applications, and various other industrial uses. Also Read | Dragon fire extinguished! How India has successfully countered China's fertilizer export blocks; seen as 'supply chain weaponisation…' Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
