Hero MotoCorp's Ather, Euler and Hero FinCorp bets post ₹325-crore FY26 loss

Hero MotoCorp's diversification bets attributed ₹325.05 crore in FY26 losses, led by Ather (₹157.22 cr), Euler (₹107.79 cr) and Hero FinCorp (₹60.04 cr). Ather revenue rose 62.8% to ₹3,671.76 crore as losses narrowed, while the core motorcycle business stayed strong with ₹5,268 crore standalone PAT.

— Source publishedTue, 14 Jul, 2026, 10:30 IST·First seen Tue, 14 Jul, 2026, 10:35 IST·Source The Hindu BusinessLine

What happened

Hero MotoCorp's diversification bets posted ₹325 crore attributable FY26 losses across Ather, Euler and Hero FinCorp, even as Ather narrowed losses and grew

Key facts

  • ₹325.05 crore attributable losses FY26
  • Ather loss share ₹157.22 crore
  • Euler loss share ₹107.79 crore
  • Hero FinCorp loss share ₹60.04 crore
  • Ather revenue ₹3,671.76 crore up 62.8%
  • Euler revenue ₹402.02 crore
  • standalone PAT ₹5,268 crore

Why this matters

With Ather revenue growing fast and losses narrowing while Euler and Hero FinCorp lag, Hero MotoCorp should weigh doubling down on the EV two-wheeler bet versus rationalizing weaker portfolio stakes.

What to watch

  • Ather quarterly loss trend and EBITDA breakeven timeline
  • EV market share shifts and pricing pressure from Ola/Bajaj/TVS
  • Hero FinCorp asset quality and provisioning trends
  • Any announcement of stake changes or IPO plans for Ather
  • Core motorcycle margin sustainability amid diversification spend
  • Emphasize strong standalone motorcycle PAT in investor communications to offset bet losses
  • Push Ather volume and margin milestones toward breakeven guidance
  • Reassess capital allocation to Hero FinCorp and Euler given weaker contribution
  • Highlight narrowing loss trajectory as validation of diversification thesis