M&M Vs Maruti: SUVs Vs bet on small cars – 6 key factors driving India’s auto giants
Maruti Suzuki and Mahindra & Mahindra, top automakers in India, had a successful FY26 with record revenues and increasing volumes. However, their earnings revealed a growing gap in the country’s auto demand. Maruti prioritized affordability and entry-level recovery, while Mahindra focused on margin expansion, AI-led execution, export growth, and capital allocation discipline.