Two-wheeler retail sales are expected to increase by just 4-7% in volume terms in the domestic market this fiscal year despite logging strong growth in the festive period, according to a report.
The festive season this year saw robust growth in two-wheeler retail aided by the upcoming wedding season and some recovery in rural demand, which supported sales growth in the entry-level (110 cc) segment, the report by rating firm Icra stated.
The dealer inventory remained at near normal levels, with the OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) wary of a build-up in inventory at the dealerships, it added.
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"The industry is expected to record a moderate growth in volumes in FY 2024 (4-7%) even as export volumes remain impacted by weak demand," Icra said.
Elaborating on the passenger vehicles, Icra stated that the segment is expected to record a moderate growth in volumes in FY2024
(6-9%) and reach an all-time high during the period. Commercial vehicle volume growth is expected to be in the range of 2-4% this fiscal as compared with the last financial year, it stated.
"Aided by favourable demand drivers, the industry volumes are expected to reach near the pre-pandemic peak," Icra said.
First Published: Nov 30, 2023 4:29 PM IST
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