Skip to main content
Pro Plus

Premiumisation spells windfall gains for auto sector investors

Outpacing broader market benchmarks like the Nifty 50, the BSE Auto index has risen to new heights in keeping with the rising profile of automobiles in the country.

By Ashutosh Radhey Shyam calendar 23 Jan 2025 Views icon5766 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
Premiumisation spells windfall gains for auto sector investors

The perception of the automobile sector among investors has undergone a tectonic shift. What was once viewed as a "necessity-driven" industry has evolved into one "fueled by aspiration." Automobiles are no longer just tools for transportation but symbols of status and lifestyle. This evolution has positioned the auto sector as a vital cog in India's consumption-driven growth story, making it an indispensable component of domestic and foreign fund managers' equity portfolios. With its wide-ranging ecosystem—spanning vehicle manufacturers, auto ancillary companies, vehicle financiers, and even listed automobile dealerships—the automobile sector offers a compelling investment narrative.

Market Capitalisation and Returns: The ...

This is an Autocar Pro Plus article. Subscribe to continue reading.

STAY AHEAD OF THE CURVE WITH THE LATEST NEWS, ANALYSIS AND INSIGHTS INTO INDIA'S EXPANDING AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

SUBSCRIBE TO AUTOCAR PRO PLUS

1 YEAR SUBSCRIPTION

$39.00

  • Unlimited Access to Pro Plus articles
  • Features and Insights
  • Opinions and Analysis
  • Pro Plus Newsletter
  • Multi-Device Accessibility
Tags: Auto Index

RELATED ARTICLES

Pro Plus

One Year In, VinFast Faces Its Real India Test

auther Prerna Lidhoo calendar19 Aug 2026

A year after entering India and crossing the 10,000-vehicle production milestone at its Thoothukudi plant, VinFast has p...

Pro Plus

The Gas Gambit: How CNG Became Maruti Suzuki’s True Growth Engine

auther Ketan Thakkar calendar17 Aug 2026

A 15-year CNG bet allowed Maruti to outpace EV rivals without changing customer habits.

Pro Plus

How Speed and Local Production Could Rebuild Audi India

auther Autocar Professional Bureau calendar14 Aug 2026

Audi wants to double its share of India’s luxury car market with new products, greater local assembly and a wider retail...