Hero MotoCorp to Invest Rs 1,758 Crore to Raise Stake in Ather Energy to 32.8%
Hero MotoCorp plans to invest up to Rs 1,758 crore to increase its stake in electric two-wheeler maker Ather Energy from 29.88% to approximately 32.8%. The transaction, expected to complete by September 3, involves purchasing shares from an existing shareholder and is not classified as a related-party deal. Ather Energy has shown strong financial growth and market performance, with its shares rising following the announcement. The investment strengthens Hero MotoCorp's position in India's expanding electric vehicle market.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (64/100). Lens Score 38/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 27 Aug, 05:20 pm. Other outlets followed.