Hero Motocorp

Hero could roll out flex-fuel variants across all bikes in 2 years: CEO

Hero MotoCorp plans to introduce flex-fuel variants across its motorcycle portfolio within two years, subject to fuel availability and pricing

Two-wheeler makers post strong May sales on resilient domestic demand

Inventory replenishment, resilient demand for premium models and stronger exports helped India's leading two-wheeler manufacturers record healthy growth in May

Hero MotoCorp sales increase 12% to 570k units in May on strong demand

Hero MotoCorp on Tuesday reported 12 per cent rise in dispatches at 5,70,068 units in May 2026. In the year-ago period, the sales stood at 5,07,701 units. The world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters stated that the domestic retail momentum also remained robust during the month, with over 4.96 lakh registrations, except for Telangana, based on data from VAHAN portal. "The company's overall domestic motorcycle and scooter business sustained strong momentum in May 2026, registering robust nearly 10 per cent dispatch growth compared to the corresponding period last year," Hero MotoCorp stated. The company's global business recorded 78 per cent growth with dispatches of 33,284 units. According to Hero MotoCorp, strong demand across its international markets, supported by an expanding premium product portfolio and focused market expansions, continued to drive solid growth momentum.

Hero MotoCorp eyes stronger market lead on new launches, e-scooter sales

Two-wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp is confident of strengthening its leadership with a double-digit growth in FY27, during which it expects to launch over 12 new products, according to its CEO Harshavardhan Chitale. The company sees its scooters, which have witnessed strong demand for both internal combustion and electric versions, as one of the 'growth vectors' and expects over 50 per cent of its overall scooter sales to be electric by 2030, Chitale told PTI in an interview. With low emission powertrains emerging as a trend across the industry, he said, Hero MotoCorp is also working on a variety of options "to stay ahead of the curve" as a market leader. "So far we are leading, and we hope we continue to do so going forward," he said when asked if Hero MotoCorp is ready to defend its leadership position as competition intensifies in the Indian two-wheeler market. While declining to comment on competitors, Chitale said,"We will stay focused on doing what's right for the customer. We s

Hero MotoCorp plans ₹1,500 cr capex to double scooter production capacity

Two-wheeler market leader Hero MotoCorp has earmarked Rs 1,500 crore capex for FY27 to double its scooter production capacity, according to its CEO Harshavardhan Chitale. The company has also committed over Rs 700 crore of investment in building a global parts centre in South of India, he told analysts. "We are investing in capacity expansion, and we have committed over Rs 1,500 crore of capex in FY27. And this capex is going to expand our capacity in scooters, where for some of our models that are doing very well, we are doubling our capacity," Chitale said. With the company doing "60,000-odd scooter volume run rate" monthly at present, when asked if doubling it could mean closer to 1 lakh, he said,"That's our ambition." Elaborating on the scooter capacity expansion, Chitale said in the ICE (internal combustion engine) scooters, Hero MotoCorp has increased 'Destini' model capacity by 50 per cent already. "We are in the process of doubling our Xoom capacity," he added. On EV, he

L&T, Hero MotoCorp, M&M Finance flag 'Death Cross' on charts; strategy here

Amol Athawale, technical analyst at Kotak Securities believes that M&M Finance is still showing some positive structure; while cautions of a weaker set-up in case of Larsen & Toubro and Hero MotoCorp.

West Asia tensions begin disrupting India's auto supply chain, margins

Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp and Ather Energy flag rising commodity prices, freight costs and supply-chain disruptions as geopolitical tensions weigh on demand and margins

Margin headwinds could negate near-term demand optimism for Hero MotoCorp

Analysts remain positive on Hero MotoCorp's demand outlook and launches, but warn that commodity inflation and price hikes could pressure margins

Nifty Auto index soars 3%; Hero MotoCorp, M&M, Ashok Leyland rally up to 4%

Despite prevailing global uncertainties, Indian automakers continued to post robust dispatch volumes in April 2026

2W industry to grow high single digits despite West Asia crisis: Hero

About 21.71 mn two-wheelers were sold in India in FY26, recording a 10.7% year-on-year growth, primarily driven by the GST rate cuts implemented in September 2025

Hero MotoCorp shares gain 3% on healthy Q4 results, dividend announcement

The sentiment was further buoyed by the company's announcement of dividend rewards for shareholders

These 3 stocks may underperform, 2 gain as auto, bank indices turn bearish

Death Cross alert: Technical analyst at Choice Broking expects Nifty Auto and Bank Nifty to underperform in the near-term as shorter-term moving average has slipped below the long-term 200-DMA.

Stocks to Watch today: Hero MotoCorp, Paytm, L&T, Bajaj Auto, Policybazaar

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Hero MotoCorp net up 26.1% on GST cuts, broad-based growth in ICE

Hero MotoCorp reports 26.1% rise in Q4FY26 net profit, driven by strong demand, GST rate rationalisation, and growth across domestic and global markets

Q4 result: L&T, Hero MotoCorp, M&M, Punjab National Bank, 60 more on May 5

Q4FY26 company results: Firms including Ajanta Pharma, Emcure Pharmaceuticals, SRF, United Breweries, Shoppers Stop and Raymond are also to release their January-March earnings today

Stocks to Watch today: L&T, Tata Tech, M&M, BHEL, Hero MotoCorp, Coforge

Stocks to Watch today, May 5, 2026: Marico, SRF, United Breweries, Poonawalla Fincorp, Ather Energy, and Punjab National Bank are among the top stocks to watch during today's trading session

Auto stocks gain on strong April sales; Maruti Suzuki up 5%, Bajaj Auto 3%

Maruti Suzuki jumped around 5 per cent, followed by Bajaj Auto up by 4 per cent, and Hero Moto Corp up by 2.05 per cent

Hero MotoCorp Q4 preview: Street sees healthy growth; margins in focus

Brokerages tracked by Business Standard expect Hero MotoCorp to report healthy revenue growth in Q4FY26, driven by robust volume gains and favourable pricing

Hero MotoCorp partners Quilmotors as exclusive distributor in Ecuador

Two-wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp on Thursday announced partnership with Quilmotors as its exclusive distributor for accelerating growth in Ecuador. Quilmotors will be responsible for assembly operations, network development, sales, after-sales service and spare parts distribution in the South American nation, Hero MotoCorp said in a statement. "Ecuador presents a strong opportunity for us, driven by evolving customer aspirations and increasing demand for reliable, high-quality mobility solutions," Hero MotoCorp Executive Vice President - Global Business, Global Product Planning and Global Market Insights, Sanjay Bhan said. He further said,"Our partnership with Quilmotors combines their deep local market expertise with our global capabilities, making them an ideal partner." The product range comprising eight models, including motorcycles (Eco Deluxe and Eco 150), Naked Sports Range (Hunk 125R and Hunk 160R 4V), Dual purpose motorcycles (Xpulse 200 4V and Xpulse 200 4V Pro) and Urban

Auto shares trades weak: M&M, TVS, Ashok Leyland down up to 4%; here's why

The Nifty Auto index has declined nearly 3% in the last two trading sessions amid a fresh spike in Brent oil prices owing to the US-Iran standoff.