Escorts Kubota Tractor Sales Report August 2024: 0.4% Growth, 5,614 Units Sold

Key Highlights

• Escorts Kubota sold 5,614 tractors in August 2024.
• Domestic sales grew 0.1%, reaching 5,205 units.
• Exports increased by 3.5% with 409 tractors sold.
• Year-to-date sales dropped by 1.7% to 37,103 units.
• Positive outlook for rabi season and festive demand.

Escorts Kubota Limited, a prominent name in the tractor industry, released its sales report for August 2024, showing steady performance. The Agri Machinery Business Division of the company recorded a total sale of 5,614 tractors in August 2024. This marks a slight growth of 0.4% compared to the 5,593 units sold in the same period last year.

Domestic Sales Performance

In the domestic market, Escorts Kubota sold 5,205 tractors in August 2024, which is a minor increase of 0.1% compared to the 5,198 tractors sold in August 2023. While the growth may seem small, it signals the company's steady hold in the domestic sector. Favorable monsoon conditions, along with rising water levels, have sparked optimism for the upcoming rabi season. Moreover, government initiatives supporting the agricultural sector are expected to boost demand, especially during the festive season.

Strong Export Growth

Escorts Kubota witnessed notable growth in its export segment, with 409 tractors exported in August 2024. This reflects a 3.5% increase compared to the 395 units exported in August 2023. The consistent growth in exports shows the company's expanding global reach and successful penetration in international markets.

Escorts Kubota Tractor Sales Report - August 2024 (Domestic & Export Data)

Year-to-Date Sales Decline

Despite the positive sales in August, Escorts Kubota's year-to-date (YTD) sales have experienced a decline. From April to August 2024, the company sold a total of 37,103 tractors, a 1.7% drop compared to the 37,745 units sold during the same period in 2023. Domestic sales decreased by 0.8%, with 35,310 tractors sold in 2024 compared to 35,585 tractors in 2023. The export market also saw a significant decrease of 17.0%, with 1,793 units exported in 2024 compared to 2,160 in 2023.

Escorts Kubota Tractor Sales Report - Year-to-Date (April - August 2024)

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CMV360 Says

While Escorts Kubota experienced a modest 0.4% sales growth in August 2024, the decline in year-to-date sales highlights the challenges faced in both domestic and international markets. However, with the positive outlook for the rabi season and the expected rise in demand during the festive months, the company remains optimistic about future sales growth. Continued government support and favorable monsoon conditions are likely to play a pivotal role in boosting the agricultural machinery sector in the months to come.