Ather Energy shares surged nearly 4% to INR 358.05 after HSBC initiated coverage with a ‘Buy’ rating, assigning a target price of INR 450.

HSBC highlighted Ather’s superior product quality and technological edge, projecting a 30% upside from its current market price.

A strategic MoU between DPIIT and Ather aims to strengthen EV manufacturing and clean mobility, focusing on infrastructure, talent, and innovation.

Ather’s market cap touched INR 12,695.29 Cr, with over 20 lakh shares traded, showcasing rising investor interest post-IPO.

Despite a 1.3% dip in share value at mid-day trading, Ather remains the fourth-largest electric two-wheeler maker in India with a 14% market share.

Ather’s upcoming EL production platform targeting the economy scooter segment is expected to boost market share in the coming months.

The company achieved a 19% adjusted gross margin in FY25 even without PLI subsidy and aims for EBITDA breakeven by Q4 FY27.

HSBC projects a revenue CAGR of 47% from FY25–FY28 and expects Ather to hit 45,000 monthly unit sales by FY28, driven by its Maharashtra plant expansion.