Street View: Brokerages flag growth, margin risks for India's Ashok Leyland after strong results

Ashok Leyland

17/08/2026 05:24

** Truckmaker Ashok Leyland's ASOK.NS shares rise about 2% to 175.05 rupees 
** June quarter profit rises 2.3% Y/Y; Revenue from operations up 10.4%

MARGINS UNDER PRESSURE, GROWTH UNDER WATCH
** Jefferies ("Hold," PT: 160 rupees) says truck demand has improved sharply since Oct, but growth rate is likely to moderate in H2FY27 on high base
"We like improved industry profitability but are concerned on longevity of truck cycle, which limits our positive stance," - Jefferies
** ICICI Securities ("Hold," PT: 175 rupees) says margin pressure could remain sticky in the near term due to commodity inflation
** BOB Capital Markets ("Hold," PT: 192 rupees) says medium-term risks stem from geopolitical uncertainties that could weigh on growth and revenue, while a sharp rise in commodity prices remains a concern due to its potential to drive cost inflation 
** Ambit Capital ("Buy," PT: 201 rupees) says growth could moderate in the near term amid a high base, inflationary pressures and demand headwinds, although replacement demand and fleet expansion are expected to support medium-term industry growth


 (Reporting by Abhinav Parmar in Bengaluru)
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