Maruti Suzuki (MSIL) reported better than expected set of numbers considering muted volume growth and higher cost pressures during the quarter. The sales growth (3.1% yoy) was largely led by better product mix and higher other operating income during the quarter. However, EBITDA and PAT de-grew by 6.7% and 9.8% on account of dismal operational performance, higher interest cost and muted growth in other income.