Eicher Motors: Growth, Royal Enfield, EV & VECV Rise
Eicher Motors Limited (EML) continues to dominate India’s mid-weight motorcycle market through its Royal Enfield brand while expanding its commercial vehicle footprint via VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV). FY25 witnessed significant developments across revenue growth, profitability, product launches, international expansion, EV manufacturing, and commercial vehicle leadership.
This article provides a detailed analysis of Eicher Motors’ performance, business segments, financials, and future strategy.
1. Business Overview
Segments:
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Motorcycles: Royal Enfield (250cc – 750cc)
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Commercial Vehicles: VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV)
Royal Enfield’s Global Presence (FY25):
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Global retail network: 1,130 touchpoints
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Exclusive stores: 277
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Multi-brand outlets (MBOs): 854
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India outlets: 2,024 (1,132 large stores, 892 studio stores)
Manufacturing Capacity:
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Total: 12 lakh units/year
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Oragadam Plant: 6 lakh units/year
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Vallam Plant: 6 lakh units/year
2. Product Portfolio
| Motorcycle Model Range |
|---|
| Hunter 350, Classic 350, Bullet 350, Meteor 350 |
| Himalayan, Goan Classic 350, Guerrilla 450, Bear 650 |
| Scram 440, Shotgun 650, Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650 |
| Classic 650, Super Meteor 650 |
Upcoming EV Model:
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Flying Flea (Vallam plant; initial capacity of 1.5 lakh units)
Innovations:
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First omnichannel pre-owned motorcycle program ‘REOWN’
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Expanded rental partnerships across 25 cities
3. Commercial Vehicles (VECV) Overview
| Product Range | Description |
|---|---|
| Trucks | 4.9T to 55T (Light, Medium, Heavy Duty) |
| Buses | Seating capacity of 12 to 72 |
| Volvo JV | High-end Volvo truck & bus distribution |
| Engine | Exports for Volvo Group, non-automotive engines |
| Innovation | Hydrogen ICE, LNG, Fuel Cells, Batteries |
Retail Network (VECV):
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930+ touchpoints
4. Sales Performance
Motorcycle Segment
| FY | Total Sales (in lakh units) | Domestic | Export |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY20 | 6.9 | NA | NA |
| FY21 | 6.1 | NA | NA |
| FY22 | 6.0 | NA | NA |
| FY23 | 8.2 | NA | NA |
| FY24 | 9.1 | 8.4 | 0.77 |
| FY25 | 10.1 | 9.0 | 1.1 |
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5-Year Sales CAGR: 15.6%
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350cc segment contributed ~86% of total sales volume
Commercial Vehicles Segment (FY25)
| Segment | Market Share |
|---|---|
| Light & Medium Duty Trucks | 36% |
| Heavy Duty Trucks | 9% |
| Buses | 21.1% |
| Volvo Trucks (Premium) | 96.3% |
5. Financial Performance
Sales Growth
| FY | Net Sales (₹ crore) | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|
| FY24 | 16,534 | 14.5% |
| FY25 | 18,870 | 14.1% |
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Non-motorcycle business (spares) contributed ~15% revenue
EBITDA
| FY | EBITDA (₹ crore) | YoY Growth | EBITDA Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY24 | 4,327 | 25.7% | 26.2% |
| FY25 | 4,712 | 9% | 25% |
Net Profit (PAT)
| FY | PAT (₹ crore) | YoY Growth | PAT Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY24 | 4,001 | 37% | 24.2% |
| FY25 | 4,734 | 18.3% | 25.1% |
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PAT includes share of profit from VECV JV (₹700 crore in FY25)
6. Return Ratios
| Metric | FY24 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| ROE | 24.3% | Declined (rise in net worth) |
| ROCE | 31% | Declined (higher investments) |
7. Cash Flow and Efficiency
| Metric | FY24 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| Cash Flow from Operations (₹ cr) | 3,724 | 3,980 |
| Investing Outflow (₹ cr) | 2,852 | 2,483 |
| Financing Outflow (₹ cr) | 844 | 1,399 |
| Free Cash Flow per Share (₹) | 152.23 | NA |
Capex Guidance (FY26): ₹1,200-1,300 crore for EV, product development & capacity expansion.
8. Working Capital & Financial Strength
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Working capital cycle remains highly efficient
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Financing penetration rose to 61% (from 55% in FY23)
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Down payments reduced to 15% with longer loan tenures
9. Asset Turnover
| FY | Ratio |
|---|---|
| FY24 | 0.79x |
| FY25 | 0.75x |
Increase in total assets due to growing investments, inventory, and joint ventures.
10. Debt and Solvency
| Metric | FY24 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.02x | 0.01x |
| Long-Term Debt (₹ cr) | 163 | 184 |
| Short-Term Debt (₹ cr) | 112 | 82 |
| Current Ratio | 1.15x | 1.6x |
Eicher Motors remains practically debt-free with robust liquidity.
11. Valuation
| Metric | FY24 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| PE Ratio (TTM) | – | 31.09x |
| Dividend | ₹51/share | ₹70/share |
| Dividend Payout | 35% | Proposed |
12. Stock Price Trend & Key Levels
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March 2022: ₹2,250
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November 2022: ₹3,890
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April 2025: ₹5,906 (recent high)
Accumulation Zone for Long-Term Investors: ₹4,200-₹4,500 range
13. Management & Governance
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Executive Chairman: Siddhartha Lal
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Vice Chairman (Non-Exec) & MD of VECV: Vinod Aggarwal
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MD & CEO (Royal Enfield): B. Govindarajan
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Independent Directors: Inder Mohan Singh, S. Madhavan, Tejpreet Chopra, Arun Vasu, Ira Gupta
14. Shareholding Pattern (Q4 FY25)
| Category | Stake (%) |
|---|---|
| Promoters | 49.08% |
| FIIs | 25.02% (declined) |
| DIIs | 16.64% (increased) |
| Top Public Shareholders | SBI Bluechip Fund, LIC, HDFC Trustee, ICICI Pru, NPS |
15. Industry Growth Outlook
Two-Wheeler Industry (FY25)
| Region | Domestic Volume | Export Volume |
|---|---|---|
| FY24 | ~1.79 crore | 34.6 lakh |
| FY25 | ~2 crore | 42 lakh |
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EV 2W sales rose to 11.49 lakh units (21% YoY growth)
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Premium ICE & EV segments continue rising
Commercial Vehicles (FY25)
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Total volumes: ~9.6 lakh units (1% YoY decline)
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HCVs down 4% YoY; LCVs flat; Buses up 10% YoY
FY26 CV Growth Drivers:
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Post-election infrastructure push
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Scrappage policy
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Replacement demand
16. Competitive Strengths
Royal Enfield: Global Mid-weight Leader
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UK: Market leader
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Americas: 8% share
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Asia-Pacific: 9% share
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EMEA: 9% share
VECV: Indian CV Leadership
| Segment | Market Share |
|---|---|
| LMD Trucks | 36% |
| HCVs | 9% |
| Buses | 21.1% |
| Volvo (Premium Exports) | 96.3% |
17. Future Outlook
| Segment | Key Developments |
|---|---|
| EV | Flying Flea launch; 1.5 lakh annual capacity |
| Retail | Exclusive apparel store launch |
| VECV | Hydrogen ICE, LNG, Fuel Cells |
| Exports | Expanding global retail network |
| Capex | ₹1,200-1,300 crore for FY26 |
| Finance | Digital marketplace launched to boost financing penetration |
18. Summary Conclusion
Eicher Motors is navigating an impressive growth trajectory, combining leadership in mid-weight motorcycles through Royal Enfield and expanding commercial vehicle operations via VECV.
Its strategic global expansion, innovative product launches, focus on premiumization, robust financial discipline, EV ambitions, and joint venture strength with Volvo position Eicher Motors as a long-term growth story in both the motorcycle and commercial vehicle segments.
As India’s mobility market continues evolving towards premium and electric segments, Eicher Motors is poised to capitalize on these trends while maintaining profitability, superior cash flows, minimal leverage, and strong shareholder returns.
For further corporate details, visit the official website: Eicher Motors.
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