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Polaris Sells Majority Stake in Indian Motorcycle to Private Equity

Polaris has agreed to sell a majority stake in Indian Motorcycle to private equity firm Carolwood LP, with the deal expected to close in early 2026. The move will transform Indian into a standalone company while Polaris retains a minority position. Industry analysts suggest this could mark a significant shift for the historic motorcycle brand.

A New Chapter for an American Icon

Indian Motorcycle, the legendary American brand that’s been under Polaris ownership since 2011, is heading toward independence. According to recent corporate announcements, Polaris has reached an agreement to sell a controlling stake in the motorcycle division to Carolwood LP, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with diverse holdings across multiple industries.

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Foxconn Ramps Up AirPods Production in India as Apple Diversifies Supply Chain

Foxconn is significantly expanding AirPods production capacity at its Hyderabad facility, according to industry reports. The manufacturing giant plans to double monthly output while more than doubling its workforce as Apple accelerates its India manufacturing strategy. This expansion comes amid broader supply chain diversification efforts following recent rare earth metal constraints.

Major Production Boost Underway

Apple’s manufacturing partner Foxconn is preparing to dramatically scale up AirPods production at its Indian facility, according to a recent report from The Economic Times. Sources indicate the company’s plant in Hyderabad will double its monthly output capacity from the current 100,000+ units to approximately 200,000 units. This represents one of the most significant single-facility expansions in Apple’s Indian manufacturing ecosystem to date.