Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) today launched the S-CNG variant of the Epic New Swift. This exciting addition to the iconic Swift lineup seamlessly blends its style, performance, and cutting-edge features with an unmatched fuel-efficiency of 32.85 km/kg#. With this, the new Swift S-CNG cements its position as India's most fuel-efficient premium hatchback in its segment. The newly launched Swift is being appreciated for its distinct design, underscored by its bold wraparound character line, which lends it a sporty identity in the premium hatchback segment. The Swift S-CNG continues to uphold this distinct sporty character. Complemented by the Z-series Dual VVT engine it emits low CO2 and delivers an impressive maximum torque of 101.8 Nm @ 2900 rpm for better city driving. To better cater to diverse customer preferences, the Swift S-CNG is now offered in three variants: V, V(O), and Z, up from two in the previous generation. Each of these trims is equipped with a 5-speed manual gearbox.Powered by Capital Market - Live

The domestic equity benchmarks traded with minor losses in the morning trade. The Nifty traded below the 25,300 level. Media shares extended losses for the five consecutive trading sessions. At 10:30 ST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, fell 114.19 points or 0.12% to 82,456.88. The Nifty 50 index shed 30.20 points or 0.12% to 25,252.70. The broader market outperformed the frontline indices. The S&P BSE Mid-Cap index added 0.29% and the S&P BSE Small-Cap index gained 0.53%. The market breadth was strong. On the BSE, 2,044 shares rose and 1,580 shares fell. A total of 144 shares were unchanged. New Listing: Shares of Premier Energies were currently trading at Rs 866.15 at 10:19 IST on the BSE, representing a premium of 92.48% as compared with the issue price of Rs 450. The scrip was listed at Rs 991, exhibiting a significant premium of 120.22% to the issue price. So far, the stock has hit a high of 993.45 and a low of 860. On the BSE, over 28.78 lakh shares of the company were traded in the counter so far. Buzzing Index: The Nifty Media index shed 0.40% to 2,086.15. The index declined 2.85% in the five trading sessions. Zee Entertainment Enterprises (down 1.98%), TV18 Broadcast (down 0.7%), Network 18 Media & Investments (down 0.57%), Hathway Cable & Datacom (down 0.53%), Nazara Technologies (down 0.25%), Dish TV India (down 0.21%), Saregama India (down 0.18%), Tips Industries (down 0.05%) declined Stocks in Spotlight: Maruti Suzuki India shed 0.19%. The car manufacturer announced that its total production increased 2.15% to 168,953 units in August 2024 as against 165,402 units recorded in August 2023. Kaynes Technology India jumped 5.52% after the company informed that the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the proposal of Kaynes Semicon to setup a semiconductor unit in Sanand, Gujarat. Matrimony.com soared 9.37% after the company informed that its board will meet on 5 September 2024, to consider and approve, the proposal for buy back of fully paid up equity shares of the company.Powered by Capital Market - Live

Sequentially, the auto giant's total production declined 8.99% as compared with 185,641 units produced in July 2024. The production of passenger vehicles stood at 165,782 units (up 1.37% YoY) and production of light commercial vehicles was at 3,171 units (up 70.85% YoY) during the period under review. Maruti Suzuki India is engaged in the manufacture, purchase and sale of motor vehicles, components, and spare parts (automobiles). The auto major company reported 46.87% jump in standalone net profit to Rs 3649.9 crore on 9.91% rise in revenue from operations to Rs 35,531 crore in Q1 FY25 over Q1 FY24. The scrip fell 0.44% to currently trade at Rs 12,375.85 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

In August 2024, Maruti Suzuki India sold a total of 181,782 units compared to 189,082 units, recording a decline of 3.86%. Total sales in the month include domestic sales of 145,570 units, sales to other OEM of 10,209 units and exports of 26,003 units. The company's domestic sales declined 8.26% while sales to other OEM and exports rose 76.32% and 5.64% respectively on year-on-year basis. Powered by Capital Market - Live

While the company's total domestic sales declined by 5% to 155,779 units, total exports improved by 4% to 26,003 units in August 2024 over August 2023. Separately, Maruti Suzuki India said that the company has announced a reduction in prices of select variants of Alto Kl0 and S-Presso w.e.f. today i.e. 02 September 2024. Price of S-Presso LXI Petrol has been reduced by Rs 2,000 and Price of Alto K10 VXI Petrol has been reduced by Rs 6,500,' the company said in a statement. Maruti Suzuki India is engaged in the manufacture, purchase and sale of motor vehicles, components, and spare parts (automobiles). The auto major company reported 46.87% jump in standalone net profit to Rs 3649.9 crore on 9.91% rise in revenue from operations to Rs 35,531 crore in Q1 FY25 over Q1 FY24. The scrip shed 0.24% to currently trade at Rs 12391.20 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Maruti Suzuki India announced the cessation of Davinder Singh Brar and Rajinder Pal Singh as Independent Directors of the company on completion of their second term with effect from 27 August 2024. Powered by Capital Market - Live