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On Monday, Citi research firm adjusted its outlook on Apollo Tyres (NSE:APLO), reducing the price target to INR500 from the previous INR550, while still endorsing the stock with a Buy rating. The revision follows the company’s third-quarter financial results for the fiscal year 2025, which slightly surpassed expectations. The better-than-anticipated performance was attributed to lower selling, general, and administrative expenses (SG&A), which helped mitigate the impact of weaker gross margins in Apollo Tyres’ India operations.
According to Citi analysts, the management of Apollo Tyres has acknowledged a difficult demand landscape, particularly in the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) segment. However, they have also observed emerging signs of recovery. The company has experienced more robust replacement demand in both India and Europe. Nonetheless, the competitive pricing environment remains a challenge due to heightened competition.
In response to these market conditions, Citi has revised its earnings estimates for Apollo Tyres for the fiscal years 2025 through 2027, with significant reductions for FY25. These adjustments reflect the analysts’ conservative stance on the growth of commercial vehicle (CV) volumes, which is influenced by the modest demand in the industrial and infrastructure sectors.
Despite the near-term challenges and adjustments, Citi maintains a positive outlook on Apollo Tyres for the longer term. The firm’s analysts believe that the tyre manufacturer is poised for growth opportunities and is likely to increase its market share. The new price target of INR500 is based on 18 times the projected earnings per share (EPS) for the fiscal year 2026.
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