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A Jefferies report indicates a growing competitive gap in India's auto sector, with high pressure in passenger vehicles due to new launches, contrasting with a more stable two-wheeler market.
A recent report by Jefferies highlights a widening competitive divide within India's automobile sector, predicting elevated competition in the passenger vehicle (PV) segment over the next four to five years, while the two-wheeler (2W) market is expected to maintain a more disciplined competitive environment.
The global brokerage firm notes that the PV industry is embarking on an intense product cycle, with the top four manufacturers collectively planning approximately 35 new nameplates, particularly in the SUV segment. This sustained flow of new models is anticipated to keep pricing and competitive pressures high, even amidst healthy demand. In contrast, the two-wheeler segment's more disciplined environment is expected to lead to a divergence in profitability across the overall automotive sector.
