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Passenger vehicle dispatches rise 25.4 per cent YoY at 4,37,312 units in April: SIAM
Indian auto sales started the new fiscal year strongly. Passenger vehicle dispatches saw a significant jump of 25.4 percent in April. Utility vehicles and passenger cars drove this growth. Two-wheeler sales also surged by 28.4 percent. Three-wheeler dispatches increased by 32.8 percent. Overall vehicle wholesales grew by 27.9 percent, indicating robust demand despite global concerns.
Auto Inc stares at stress in Bharat as signs of slowdown emerge
India's largest tractor makers and a motorcycle company anticipate declining sales due to poor monsoon conditions, risking stress in the rural auto industry. Mahindra forecasts 5% growth, while Escorts expects a 2-3% decline.

Kotak AMC’s Shibani Sircar Kurian bets on financials and healthcare; cautious on IT
Shibani Sircar Kurian, Head -Equity Research and Fund Manager at Kotak Mahindra AMC, which manages assets worth nearly $4.79 billion, said the ongoing Middle East conflict remains the biggest concern for Indian markets due to its potential impact on oil prices, growth and earnings. She said Kotak AMC remains selective, favouring financials, healthcare and parts of industrials, while staying cautious on smallcaps and Indian IT amid AI-led disruption. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Brazil's Embraer names Bharat Forge as supplier for forged raw materials
Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer has signed its first forged raw material supply contract with Indian firm Bharat Forge Limited. This agreement marks a significant step in Embraer's supply chain diversification strategy, aiming to enhance resilience and competitiveness while fostering the Indian aerospace industry's growth.

Life insurance new business premium rises 41% in April, SBI Life leads growth
Private life insurers report strong April start to FY27, led by SBI Life, ICICI Prudential, HDFC Life and LIC, with robust NBP and APE growth across segments.
Stocks in news: SBI, Titan, Hyundai, BSE, Torrent Pharma, Axis Bank
Indian markets saw volatile trading on Thursday, closing nearly unchanged despite positive signals. Several companies including SBI, Titan, and Hyundai are in focus today. Many firms will announce their fourth-quarter results. Britannia Industries reported strong profit growth and recommended a dividend. BSE also posted a significant profit surge. Bharat Forge's profit declined, while Dabur India saw a profit uptick.
Bharat Forge Q4 results: Cons PAT falls 17% YoY to Rs 233 crore, revenue up 18%
Bharat Forge reported a 17% year-on-year fall in net profit to Rs 233 crore for the March-ended quarter, despite an 18% revenue growth to Rs 4,528 crore. The company recommended a final dividend of Rs 6.50 per equity share. Despite demand challenges, Bharat Forge secured significant new orders, particularly in defence.

Bharat Forge guides for 50% defence growth in FY27; data centre, AI push accelerates expansion
Bharat Forge is rapidly expanding beyond its core automotive business, with defence manufacturing, data centre-linked exports and AI-driven product development emerging as key growth engines for FY27, Chairman Baba Kalyani told CNBC-TV18.

Bharat Forge Q4 Results: Stock jumps 5% after management guides for 25% India revenue growth in FY27
Management said it remains confident of delivering 25% revenue growth along with a corresponding increase in EBITDA going forward.
India's electric vehicle sales jump 75% in April, Tata Motors leads EV momentum
Electric passenger vehicle sales surged by 75.14 percent in April 2026. Tata Motors led the passenger vehicle segment with a 77.17 percent increase. The electric two-wheeler market also experienced robust growth, up 60.73 percent. TVS Motor Company topped this segment. Electric three-wheeler sales saw a modest rise, while electric commercial vehicle sales more than doubled.
Auto sales jump 13% to 2.61 million units on strong demand tailwinds
Vehicle sales saw a significant 13% jump last month, reaching 2.61 million units. This surge marks the best-ever April for most vehicle categories. Strong rural demand, GST benefits, and lower interest rates fueled this growth. Industry experts anticipate this positive trend to continue. The automotive retail sector has started the new financial year on a robust note.
Bajaj Auto total sales up 40% at 5,13,792 units in April
Bajaj Auto has announced a significant sales surge for April. Total sales climbed by 40 percent, reaching over 5.13 lakh units. This impressive growth was driven by a substantial 83 percent increase in exports. Domestic sales also saw a healthy rise of 13 percent. The company's two-wheeler segment performed strongly, with both domestic and export figures showing robust gains.