Tata Motors Ltd. ADRTTM

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Stock Research and Analysis

by Anil Daka

High manufacturing costs are forcing Tata Motors to raise selling prices, but price increases coupled with rising auto financing rates can dry up demand. This comes at a time when Tata has to focus on running the newly acquired Jaguar Land Rover profitably Read more

Bulls Say

At eight cars per thousand people, India's car penetration is among the lowest in the world. Tata Motors is in the right place at the right time to take advantage of this low level of car ownership.

In the Nano, Tata has a product that could change the face of the Indian automobile industry.

Government spending on infrastructure continues to be on an upswing, and Tata Motors will be the biggest beneficiary.

The Jaguar XF has received enthusiastic response, as did the XK last year. We think this marks a turning point for Jaguar Land Rover. Read more

Bears Say

Every major automobile player in the world is set to enter the Indian automobile market. Tata Motors will probably lose share as competition heats up.

As India continues to grow, high inflation and high interest rates can stifle auto demand.

Ford invested billions of dollars in Jaguar Land Rover and never realized a profit in 18 years. It is difficult to predict if Tata will have better luck in getting these lines to turn a profit. Read more

Strategy

Tata Motors hopes to leverage its strong industry position, wide manufacturing footprint, and brand recognition to offer high-quality, low-cost products. The firm hopes to expand its international presence Read more

Management

At the helm of Tata Motors is Ratan Tata, chairman of the board. He is widely credited as being the visionary behind the $2,500 car and is considered India's most powerful businessman. Ravi Kant is CEO and managing director of Tata Motors and has been Read more

Profile

Tata Motors is India's largest automobile manufacturer, with revenue of $ 7.3 billion. It designs, manufactures, and finances commercial vehicles and cars. It is a part Read more

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