Hero MotoCorp Shares Drop on Weaker October Sales

Hero MotoCorp shares fell 4% to ₹5,322 apiece on November 4, becoming the top loser on the Nifty Auto index, which declined 0.5%. The fall followed the company’s report of a 6.4% year-over-year (YoY) decline in total sales for October 2025.

According to the company’s filing, total dispatches to dealers declined to 6,35,808 units in October from 6,79,091 units in the same month last year.

Domestic Sales Fall, Exports Rise

Hero MotoCorp’s domestic sales fell 8% YoY to 6,04,829 units compared with 6,57,403 units in October last year.

However, exports surged 43% YoY to 30,979 units, up from 21,688 units a year earlier. Despite the fall in dispatches, the company highlighted that retail sales were strong at 9.95 lakh units in October, supported by festive demand.

Hero MotoCorp said it remains confident about growth in the second half of FY26, citing a strong product lineup, robust domestic demand, and expanding international presence.

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Brokerage Commentary: Morgan Stanley and UBS Views

Morgan Stanley said its volume estimates for Hero MotoCorp imply 16% YoY growth for the rest of FY26, suggesting recovery momentum ahead despite the October dip.

Meanwhile, UBS noted that tax cuts and the festive season boosted overall auto demand in October. Passenger vehicle sales rose 11% YoY, while two-wheeler sales surged 52% YoY during the period.

UBS also pointed out that premiumisation trends in the two-wheeler segment accelerated after GST cuts, with brands like Eicher Motors (Royal Enfield) and Honda gaining market share from Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto.

Sector Snapshot

• Hero MotoCorp October sales: 6.36 lakh units (–6.4% YoY)

• Domestic sales: 6.05 lakh units (–8% YoY)

• Exports: 30,979 units (+43% YoY)

• Retail sales: 9.95 lakh units

• Hero MotoCorp stock: Down 4% on November 4; up 33% in 2025 YTD

• Rival Bajaj Auto: +4% YoY growth in October sales

• Nifty Auto Index: +11% since GST cuts in August

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