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Maruti Suzuki

Latest CMP 13,834
Today's Change ▼ -0.51%
52-Week High / Low 17,120 | 12,184
Price Date: 14-Aug-2026
Recommendation Sell
Target Price 16,153
Expected Upside 8.1%
Forecast Horizon 2 Years
Historical CAGR 15.7%
1,000 Invested 17-Aug-2006
Today's Value 18,336
Investment Period 20 Years

Stock Snapshot

Post Results Return
+2.2%
Neutral Market Reaction
1-Year Target Price
13,778
2-Year Target Price
16,153
52-Week High / Low
17,120 / 12,184
20-Day Return
+3.4%
Market Cap (Cr.)
434,941
Current PE
29.3
P/BV Ratio
4.1
Dividend Yield
1.0%
Industry PE
29.3

Price Performance

Basis of our Recommendation

Maruti Suzuki's management is optimistic about the company's growth trajectory, emphasizing a multi-powertrain strategy and significant capacity expansions aimed at reaching 4 million units by FY 2030-31. Recent earnings calls highlighted robust domestic and export demand, with a notable backlog of unfulfilled orders, indicating strong market positioning. However, the company faces near-term margin pressures due to geopolitical commodity inflation and rising energy costs. Vista's financial outlook reflects stable revenue growth and margins, supported by the ongoing ramp-up of new production facilities and a diverse product pipeline, including seven new SUVs planned by 2030. The automotive industry is experiencing a favorable environment, driven by strong consumer demand and a shift towards electric vehicles, which aligns with Maruti's strategic initiatives. Over the next 12-24 months, key opportunities include the successful integration of new manufacturing plants and the expansion of the EV portfolio, while watchpoints include ongoing geopolitical risks and commodity price volatility that could impact margins

👍 Why We Like This Stock

  • Strong domestic and export demand with a significant backlog of orders supports revenue growth
  • Strategic capacity expansions and a diverse product pipeline enhance competitive positioning
  • Management's focus on a multi-powertrain strategy aligns with industry trends towards electric vehicles

Things To Watch Out For

  • Margin pressures from geopolitical commodity inflation and rising energy costs could impact profitability
  • Integration of new production facilities may face operational challenges in the short term
  • Ongoing geopolitical risks could affect export volumes and overall market stability

Key Parameters

Balance Sheet Strength
Conservatively Financed
Market Share
Gaining
Industry Outlook
Weakening
Analyst View
Buy
Dividend History
Consistent
FII Holdings
Reducing

Financial Snapshot

Actuals Forecast
FY24 FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28
Revenue (Cr.) 141,858 152,913 183,316 207,786 240,744
Profit Before Tax (Cr.) 17,434 19,558 19,118 15,052 21,559
PBT Margin 12.3% 12.8% 1042.9% 7.2% 9.0%
Net Profit (Cr.) 13,769 15,688 14,799 11,684 16,735
Earnings Per Share 437.9 499.0 470.7 371.6 532.3

Analyst Recommendations

Broker Recommendation Target Price Date
Axis Securities ▲ Buy 14,620 29-Apr-2026
BOB Capital Markets ▲ Buy 16,734 29-Apr-2026
Bernstein ▲ Buy 18,200 29-Apr-2026
BofA ► Neutral 14,700 03-Aug-2026
Citigroup ▲ Buy 16,500 03-Aug-2026
Deven Choksey ▲ Buy 17,315 29-Apr-2026
Elara Capital ▲ Buy 16,546 29-Apr-2026
Emkay Global ► Add 15,500 03-Aug-2026
Goldman Sachs ▲ Buy 15,800 27-Apr-2026
HSBC ▲ Buy 16,000 03-Aug-2026
ICICI Securities ▲ Buy 16,750 29-Apr-2026
JPMorgan ▲ Buy 16,415 06-Jun-2026
Jeffries ▲ Buy 16,500 09-Aug-2026
Kotak Securities ► Add 14,600 03-Aug-2026
Moneycontrol ► Equalweight nan 29-Apr-2026
Morgan Stanley ▲ Overweight 16,381 03-Aug-2026
Motilal Oswal ▲ Buy 17,059 01-Aug-2026
Nomura ► Neutral 14,071 03-Aug-2026
Nuvama ▲ Buy 15,800 29-Apr-2026
Prabhudas Liladhar ► Accumulate 15,000 03-Aug-2026
Consensus Recommendation ▲ Buy
Consensus Target 15,681
Coverage 20 Analysts
Analysts' Viewpoint
Maruti Suzuki's strategic initiatives, including new facilities at Kharkhoda and Hansalpur, are expected to reach full utilization soon, boosting production capacity. The company's focus on launching seven new SUVs by 2030, starting with the Brezza, aims to strengthen its position in the utility vehicle segment. Export growth remains a key driver, with significant demand from markets like South Africa, Japan, and Europe. However, challenges such as high commodity prices, energy costs, and geopolitical risks continue to pressure margins, which management plans to address through price hikes and cost efficiencies.

Company Overview

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Maruti Suzuki India Limited manufactures, purchases, and sells motor vehicles, components, and spare parts in India. The company offers passenger vehicles, utility vehicles, and multi-purpose vehicles. It is also involved in the facilitation of pre-owned car sales, fleet management, and car financing activities. In addition, the company offers driving school, insurance, accessories, and financing products and services. It also exports its products to South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Chile, Japan, Mexico, and internationally. The company was formerly known as Maruti Udyog Limited and changed its name to Maruti Suzuki India Limited in September 2007. Maruti Suzuki India Limited was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in New Delhi, India. Maruti Suzuki India Limited is a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation.