Exide Industries Limited (EXIDEIND), one of India’s leading Lead Acid battery and energy storage solutions companies, has entered into a long-term strategic cooperation agreement with ExCom Energy Solutions GmbH (ExCom) to strengthen its industrial battery business across the European Economic Area (EEA).

Strategic Collaboration

The agreement, signed on 15 September 2026, establishes a close commercial and technical collaboration between the two companies. The cooperation will cover the EEA market, with ExCom GmbH acting as the central commercial and technical interface for customers in the region.

Focus Areas

The partnership will initially focus on traction and motive-power battery solutions serving material-handling equipment, logistics operations, and other industrial mobility applications, as well as stationery battery systems for industrial, infrastructure, and energy storage applications. By combining Exide India’s extensive manufacturing capabilities, broad technology portfolio, and decades of expertise in industrial battery solutions with ExCom GmbH’s market presence, application engineering capabilities, and local customer support infrastructure, the collaboration aims to deliver enhanced value to customers across the EEA.

Future Prospects

Exide India and ExCom GmbH expect to venture into advanced chemistry solutions in the future, building on their strategic cooperation and complementary capabilities in industrial energy storage. Both companies see significant potential to expand their cooperation into selected advanced chemistry applications over time.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Exide Industries Limited

Exide Industries Limited belongs to the Consumer Cyclical › Auto Parts sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Exide posts a 5.4% three-month gain, but softens in the last few weeks. The PEG stands at 28.69 — severely stretched. Any earnings miss could trigger a sharp de-rating. Razor-thin margins below 5% make profitability extremely vulnerable — this business needs scale or pricing power urgently. The stock gives back 14.1% in the last month despite a positive three-month run. As a result, the earlier momentum appears to be fading. The stock rises 5.4% in three months on 6.1% revenue growth. As a result, the market gives it more credit than the fundamentals strictly justify. Watch the next quarterly results. If growth accelerates, the move makes sense. If not, expect some gains to unwind. Check Fundamentals of Exide Industries Limited.

Schaeffler India Limited (SCHAEFFLER) showcased its comprehensive portfolio of next-generation motion technology solutions for the construction and off-highway industry at bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2026, held from September 15–18 at India Exposition Mart, Greater Noida. Under the theme ‘Moving Next Generation of Construction Machines,’ Schaeffler demonstrated technologies focused on improving efficiency, reducing emissions, and enhancing equipment reliability and lifecycle performance.

Advanced Low-Friction Bearings

A key focus of the showcase was Schaeffler’s low-friction bearing solutions, including its X-life portfolio, which can help reduce energy consumption and improve efficiency in demanding applications such as drivetrains, hydraulic pumps, and transmissions.

Electrification and Automation

Schaeffler also highlighted its capabilities in electrification through electric motors developed for diverse applications. Its electromechanical linear actuators demonstrated an efficient alternative for selected hydraulic functions, supporting precise control, long maintenance intervals, and lower lifecycle costs.

Industrial Lifetime Solutions

The showcase featured Industrial Lifetime Solutions, including condition monitoring systems, smart lubrication, and maintenance solutions. These technologies are designed to provide proactive insights into equipment health, helping customers identify potential issues earlier, reducing unplanned downtime.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Schaeffler India Limited

Schaeffler India Limited belongs to the Consumer Cyclical › Auto Parts sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Schaeffler moves sideways over three months, with neither buyers nor sellers taking control. The PEG stands at 5.24 — severely stretched. Any earnings miss could trigger a sharp de-rating. Revenue consistency is the one bright spot — zero dips in five years shows operational resilience. The stock holds at 46% of its 52-week range with RSI at 40. In other words, neither side has a clear edge right now. Revenue grows at 12.3% and the stock moves sideways over three months. Neither side makes a strong case. The next earnings print will likely break this stock out of its current range. Check Fundamentals of Schaeffler India Limited.

UNO Minda Limited, a global technology leader in automotive components and systems manufacturing, announced a series of strategic capacity expansion and plant consolidation projects across its key business verticals to strengthen its manufacturing footprint, boost capacities across key divisions, and cater to surging demand from leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The combined proposed investment in these four projects is approximately ₹1,415 crore.

Greenfield Aluminium Casting Facility at Hosur

Uno Minda’s Aluminium Casting Division, which manufactures castings parts for 2W, 4W, and CV vehicles (both ICE and EV), continues to see strong demand from OEMs, particularly in South India. With the existing Hosur facility at its current location having reached its practical expansion limits, the Company will establish a new greenfield facility on its available land parcel at Thally Road, Hosur, to create a scalable, future-ready manufacturing base for committed volumes and emerging business opportunities.

Expansion cum Relocation of Two-Wheeler Alloy Wheel Capacity in Kharkhoda, Haryana

To align production with shifting customer geographic demand, the Board of Directors has approved a 3.3 million-unit two-wheeler Alloy Wheel capacity expansion at Kharkhoda, Haryana. This initiative includes the strategic relocation of 2.0 million units of existing capacity from Supa, Maharashtra, to the Kharkhoda plant.

These expansions are part of Uno Minda’s commitment to innovation and technology, driving the company’s growth and strengthening its position in the automotive sector.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of UNO Minda Limited

UNO Minda Limited belongs to the Consumer Cyclical › Auto Parts sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

UNO posts a 13.6% three-month gain, but softens in the last few weeks. Thin margins at 5.8% leave limited room for error — any demand softness or cost spike hits the bottom line hard. Revenue grows at 20.5% and profits at 22.4% CAGR. Both numbers are exceptional. Buyers show up with 1.6x the volume of sellers. Moreover, they dominated on 16 of recent sessions versus 12 for sellers — a healthy accumulation pattern. Revenue grows at 20.5% and profits at 22.4%. The business is in good shape. Moreover, a stock that does not move despite strong fundamentals often offers better value than one already priced for perfection. Check Fundamentals of UNO Minda Limited.