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On Thursday, Investec (LON:INVP) analyst Aditya Jhawar adjusted the price target for Eicher Motors (NSE:EICH) (EIM:IN), reducing it slightly from INR5,600.00 to INR5,550.00, while maintaining a Hold rating on the stock. The adjustment reflects a modest recalibration following Eicher Motors’ recent financial performance, which was broadly consistent with Investec’s expectations.
Eicher Motors reported a profit after tax (PAT) that exceeded estimates by approximately 10%, attributed to higher other income and a lower tax expense. The company has demonstrated consistent sales growth, with a roughly 20% year-over-year increase for two consecutive quarters. Despite a slight decline in EBITDA margins from 26% in the fiscal year 2024 to over 24%, the company’s financial results indicate a strategic balance between growth and profitability.
The analyst noted Eicher Motors’ increased marketing expenditures and the introduction of more affordable products as strategies that are broadening the company’s total addressable market (TAM). The refreshed branding for Royal Enfield, a key brand under Eicher Motors, is expected to leverage premiumization trends and expand its appeal to younger consumers.
Looking ahead, the analyst anticipates that beyond the fiscal year 2026, which is considered a transition year with margin resets, Royal Enfield should achieve an EBITDA growth of around 15% year-over-year in fiscal year 2027. While Triumph and Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) are seen as more aspirational brands with a unique appeal, their gradual volume increases are not expected to significantly impact Royal Enfield’s volumes over the next two to three years.
Eicher Motors’ current valuation is at 27 times the fiscal year 2027 estimated earnings per share (EPS), which is in line with its five-year average. The Hold rating has been reiterated by Investec, suggesting that the firm does not foresee significant changes in the stock’s valuation in the near term.
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