** Shares of automotive components maker Uno Minda UNOI.NS rise as much as 6.52% to about 1,310 rupees
** UNOI posted 24.1% YoY Q2 consolidated net profit rise on Nov 7
** Nomura reiterates "buy", hikes PT to Street-high of 1,493 rupees from 1,430 rupees after upbeat Q2 results
** Sees capacity ramp-up in EV segment as positive factor given co's rising share in segment
** CLSA reiterates "outperform", hikes PT to 1,482 rupees from 1,472 rupees, second-highest among 18 analysts tracking UNOI with "buy"
** Believes GST cuts will boost demand for two-wheelers and passenger vehicles, improving UNOI's revenue outlook
** UNOI up 16.8% in 2025 so far, lags nearly 18% rise in auto index .NIFTYAUTO
(Reporting by Bharath Rajeswaran in Bengaluru)
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