Archive · 24 Jun 2025
Indian Defence Stocks Fall Amid Profit Taking
Defense stocks, including those in India, saw a drop due to investors taking profits after a recent rally.
Some of the major companies like GRSE, BEML, and Midhani had significant losses.
The drop is partly related to global events.
Experts point out that the sector's performance is also influenced by geopolitical instability and the Indian government's push for self-reliance and rising defense spending, but a more cautious approach is advised.
InCred Equities expects an increase in the defense budget.
Defence stocks fell over 2% on Tuesday amid profit booking.
GRSE shares declined by 8.80%, while BEML dropped 7.05%.
The Nifty Defence Index corrected by around 2%.
India's defense sector is influenced by global instability and policy.
InCred Equities forecasts a 10% YoY growth in the defense budget for FY27.
- Who
- Bonanza, Highbrow Securities, and InCred Equities analysts
- What
- Defence stocks experienced a decline due to profit-taking and geopolitical influences.
- When
- Published on June 24, 2025; market correction in early trade on Tuesday.
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to profit booking after a rally and reactions to global events.
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- Nifty Defence Index Decline
- Over 2%
- GRSE Share Drop
- 8.80%
- BEML Share Drop
- 7.05%
- Defense Budget Growth Forecast (FY27)
- 10% YoY
- FY24 Defense Exports
- ₹210.83 billion
- HAL Recommendation
- Add rating at a target price of ₹6,325
- BEL Recommendation
- Compelling Buy with target price of ₹459
Sources
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