BEL Shares Hit 52-Week High on Strong Q4 Results and ₹572 Crore Defence Orders

Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) shares surged by 2% to reach a new 52-week high of ₹373.40, following the announcement of robust Q4 FY25 results and the acquisition of fresh defence orders worth ₹572 crore.

Q4 FY25 Financial Highlights

• Net Profit: ₹1,797 crore, marking a 30% increase year-on-year.
• Revenue: ₹8,564 crore, up 32% from the previous year.
• Dividend: The board recommended a final dividend of ₹0.80 per equity share.

New Defence Orders

BEL secured orders totaling ₹572 crore, including

• Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction Systems (IDDIS)
• Software Defined Radios (SDRs)
• Data communication units for attack guns
• AI-based naval solutions, simulators, jammers, communication equipment, spares, and related services

These orders align with India’s “Make in India” initiative and aim to bolster the country’s defence capabilities.

Market Impact

The strong financial performance and new orders have positively influenced investor sentiment, contributing to a broader rally in defence sector stocks.