HEROMOTOCO - Hero Motocorp

📊 NSE: HEROMOTOCO 🏢 Automobiles - Motorcycles / Mopeds 📅 Last Updated: 12/13/2025 22:54

💰 Financial Performance

Revenue Growth by Segment

The company recorded its highest-ever quarterly revenue of INR 12,126 Cr in Q2 FY26, a 16% YoY growth. The ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) business revenue grew 16% YoY, while the parts, accessories, and merchandise business reported revenue of INR 1,533 Cr, reflecting a growth of 5%+. For H1 FY26, total revenue reached INR 21,705 Cr, up 5.3% YoY.

Geographic Revenue Split

The domestic market remains the primary revenue driver, accounting for approximately 95% of total volume dispatches in FY25. Global business, though a smaller contributor, saw a 77% growth in dispatches in Q2 FY26, with strong performance in Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Colombia. The company now has a presence in 52 countries, including recent entries into Europe and the U.K.

Profitability Margins

Profitability has shown steady improvement; PAT for Q2 FY26 was INR 1,393 Cr, up 16% YoY. The PAT margin for FY25 stood at 11.1%, an increase from 10.2% in FY24. Operating margins (OPBDIT/OI) improved to 14.6% in FY25 from 14.1% in FY24, driven by price hikes and moderation in commodity costs.

EBITDA Margin

Overall EBITDA margin for Q2 FY26 improved by 54 bps YoY to 15.0%. This includes a significant drag from EV investments; the standalone ICE business EBITDA margin was much higher at 17.7%, up 121 bps YoY. EBITDA for Q2 FY26 reached INR 1,823 Cr, a 20% YoY increase.

Capital Expenditure

The company maintains a yearly capex spend of INR 1,000 Cr to INR 1,200 Cr, primarily for maintenance, greenfield manufacturing units, and portfolio upgrades. Additionally, strategic investments include INR 510 Cr for a 34.1% stake in Euler Motors in Q1 FY26 and over INR 765 Cr invested in Ather Energy across FY24 and Q1 FY25.

Credit Rating & Borrowing

Hero MotoCorp maintains a superior credit profile with an [ICRA]AAA (Stable) and [ICRA]A1+ rating. Borrowing costs are negligible as the company is virtually debt-free (Total Debt/OPBDIT of 0.1x). Interest coverage is exceptionally high at 82.81 times as of FY24, expected to remain above 80 times.

⚙️ Operational Drivers

Raw Materials

Specific raw materials include steel, aluminum, and plastic resins (implied by commodity inflation mentions). Lower material costs were cited as a primary driver for the 121 bps improvement in ICE EBITDA margins in Q2 FY26.

Import Sources

Not disclosed in available documents, though the company operates manufacturing hubs in India, Colombia, and Bangladesh.

Key Suppliers

Not disclosed in available documents; however, the company maintains a robust vendor ecosystem and well-established quality control processes.

Capacity Expansion

Current annual production capacity is approximately 9.5 million units across eight manufacturing facilities (six in India: Dharuhera, Gurgaon, Haridwar, Neemrana, Halol, and Chittoor; two overseas: Colombia and Bangladesh).

Raw Material Costs

Raw material costs are a significant portion of the cost structure; however, the exact % of revenue is not specified. Management noted that 'lower material cost' and 'cost efficiencies' were key to the 17.7% ICE EBITDA margin achieved in Q2 FY26.

Manufacturing Efficiency

Core RoCE improved significantly to 94.3% in FY25 from 79.0% in FY24, driven by higher asset utilization and recovering industry sentiments.

Logistics & Distribution

The company utilizes a strong dealership network and a digital financing platform with 15+ leading financiers to streamline distribution and customer acquisition.

📈 Strategic Growth

Expected Growth Rate

8-10%

Growth Strategy

Growth will be driven by a 'Hero 2.0' and 'Premia' retail strategy, aggressive expansion in the 125cc segment (Glamour X, Xtreme 125R), and scaling the Vida EV brand. The company is also targeting global markets with Euro5+ compliant models and expanding its premium portfolio through the Harley Davidson partnership and the 440cc platform.

Products & Services

Motorcycles (entry, executive, and premium), scooters, electric two-wheelers (e2W), spare parts, accessories, and merchandise.

Brand Portfolio

Splendor, Passion, HF Deluxe, Glamour X, Xtreme 125R, Karizma XMR, Vida (V1, VX2), Destini 125, Xoom, Mavrick 440, and Harley-Davidson X440.

New Products/Services

Recent launches include the Destini 125 and Xoom 125 (capturing 10% of the 125cc scooter segment) and the Vida VX2 Go. The premium segment (Mavrick 440) is expected to increase market share from the current 1.7%.

Market Expansion

Targeting Europe and the U.K. with Euro5+ models; expanding the 'Premia' store network for premium bikes and 'Hero 2.0' for upgraded customer service in India.

Market Share & Ranking

World's largest two-wheeler manufacturer. Domestic motorcycle market share is ~43% (FY25); overall domestic 2W market share is ~29-30%. EV market share reached 11.7% in Q2 FY26.

Strategic Alliances

Partnership with Harley-Davidson Inc. for co-developed premium motorcycles (X440) and a strategic stake in Ather Energy (37.9%) and Zero Motorcycles for EV technology.

🌍 External Factors

Industry Trends

The industry is shifting toward 'premization' (125cc+ and 400cc+ segments) and rapid EV adoption. Hero is positioning itself by launching premium models (Mavrick) and scaling its Vida EV brand to capture a 11.7% market share.

Competitive Landscape

Intense competition from Honda (HMSI), Bajaj Auto, and TVS Motors. The EV space is increasingly crowded with new OEMs, though Hero's Vida brand is now a top 2 player in 56 towns.

Competitive Moat

Hero's moat is built on its massive distribution network, brand equity in the entry-level segment (Splendor), and a conservative capital structure with INR 10,000 Cr in cash. These are sustainable due to the high cost of building a competing pan-India service network.

Macro Economic Sensitivity

Highly sensitive to rural demand and inflationary pressures, as motorcycles account for 93% of volume and the majority of sales are in the domestic entry-level segment.

Consumer Behavior

Shift toward aspirational and executive-level bikes (110cc-150cc), which saw Hero's segment share increase to 16.8% from 14.6%.

Geopolitical Risks

Global uncertainty, trade restrictions, and sanctions are identified as key enterprise risks that could disrupt the supply chain or international sales.

⚖️ Regulatory & Governance

Industry Regulations

Exposed to evolving emission norms (BS-VI/OBD II) and safety regulations, which increase compliance costs and require continuous R&D adaptation.

Environmental Compliance

DJSI score improved to 75 in FY25 from 69 in FY24. The company achieved 455% water positivity and 100% zero waste to landfill.

Taxation Policy Impact

The company benefits from GST reforms which support growth momentum; specific tax rate % not disclosed but standard corporate rates apply.

⚠️ Risk Analysis

Key Uncertainties

The primary uncertainty is the pace of the ICE-to-EV transition, which requires heavy investment (INR 252 Cr in Q2 FY26 alone) and could temporarily suppress overall EBITDA margins.