Nifty Auto Index Rises 1% as TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto and UNO Minda Lead Gains on Strong June Sales

Nifty Auto index up 1%. TVS Motor +2.27% to Rs 3,709.60. Bajaj Auto +1.75% to Rs 9,957. UNO Minda +1.67% to Rs 1,144.90. Eicher Motors +1.55%.

Updated: 6 Jul 2026 • 11:55 am

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Nifty Auto Index Rises 1% as TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto and UNO Minda Lead Gains on Strong June Sales

The Nifty Auto index rose about 1 percent on 6 July 2026, with TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto and UNO Minda among the major contributors to the sector's gains. TVS Motor led with a 2.27 percent rise to Rs 3,709.60, followed by Bajaj Auto up 1.75 percent to Rs 9,957 and UNO Minda up 1.67 percent to Rs 1,144.90.

The broad based rally across the Nifty Auto index follows a wave of strong June 2026 wholesale sales data across two wheeler, passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle manufacturers, with several companies posting their best ever June performance.

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Top Gainers Driving the Nifty Auto Index Today

The table below lists the top intraday gainers in the Nifty Auto index on 6 July 2026.

Company	CMP	Change
TVS Motor	3,709.60	+2.27%
Bajaj Auto	9,957.00	+1.75%
UNO Minda	1,144.90	+1.67%
Eicher Motors	7,453.00	+1.55%
M&M	3,176.20	+1.25%
Tube Investments	3,005.30	+0.99%
Bharat Forge	2,156.70	+0.94%
Ashok Leyland	165.74	+0.85%
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles	346.90	+0.81%
Hero MotoCorp	4,891.10	+0.79%
Exide Industries	419.25	+0.64%
Maruti Suzuki	14,445.00	+0.55%

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Individual Stock Highlights

TVS Motor led the Nifty Auto index gains, rising 2.27 percent to Rs 3,709.60, benefiting from strong two wheeler demand and its position among brokerages' preferred picks in the EV and two wheeler segment. Bajaj Auto gained 1.75 percent to Rs 9,957, while UNO Minda, an auto ancillary supplier, rose 1.67 percent to Rs 1,144.90, reflecting broad based strength extending beyond original equipment manufacturers into the components supply chain.

June 2026 Sales Data Behind the Rally

The gains across the Nifty Auto index follow a strong set of June 2026 wholesale numbers. Maruti Suzuki's domestic passenger vehicle segment grew 23.7 percent year on year, Kia India posted its highest ever June wholesale performance at 24,552 units, up 19 percent, and MG Motor India also recorded its highest ever June sales, up 30 percent year on year. Honda Cars India and Renault India posted even sharper growth of 71.5 percent and 55 percent respectively, though from smaller volume bases.

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What This Rally Means for the Nifty Auto Index

The broad participation across two wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and auto ancillary names suggests the June sales strength is translating into genuine sector wide investor confidence rather than being concentrated in one or two large names. With most major manufacturers posting healthy year on year growth in June, the key question for the Nifty Auto index heading into the festive season will be whether this demand momentum can be sustained through the traditionally stronger second half of the calendar year.

Conclusion

The Nifty Auto index rose about 1 percent on 6 July 2026, led by TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto and UNO Minda, following a broad based wave of strong June 2026 wholesale sales data across the automobile sector. Track upcoming monthly sales releases for confirmation of this demand trend and consult a SEBI registered advisor before making any investment decision.

Disclaimer: Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).

Frequently Asked Questions on Nifty Auto Index

Why did the Nifty Auto index rise today?

Ans. The Nifty Auto index rose about 1 percent on 6 July 2026 after a wave of strong June 2026 wholesale sales data across two wheeler, passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle manufacturers, with several posting their best-ever June performance.

Which stocks led the Nifty Auto index gains today?

Ans. TVS Motor led the gains with a 2.27 percent rise to Rs 3,709.60, followed by Bajaj Auto up 1.75 percent to Rs 9,957 and UNO Minda up 1.67 percent to Rs 1,144.90.

How did passenger vehicle makers perform in June 2026?

Ans. Maruti Suzuki's domestic PV segment grew 23.7 percent YoY, Kia India posted its highest-ever June wholesale performance up 19 percent, and MG Motor India recorded its highest-ever June sales, up 30 percent YoY.

Did auto ancillary stocks also participate in the rally?

Ans. Yes. UNO Minda, an auto ancillary supplier, gained 1.67 percent, reflecting broad based strength extending beyond vehicle manufacturers into the components supply chain.

Which auto stocks showed the sharpest growth in June 2026 sales?

Ans. Honda Cars India and Renault India posted the sharpest growth among listed and unlisted brands, at 71.5 percent and 55 percent YoY respectively, though from smaller volume bases compared to larger manufacturers.

Should investors buy auto stocks after this Nifty Auto index rally?

Ans. This article does not constitute investment advice. Review each company's financials and sales trends, and consult a SEBI registered financial advisor before making any investment decision.