Railway Stocks to Watch on Budget 2025 Date
On Saturday, February 1, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will unveil the Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26. Stock market analysts provide insights on promising railway stocks to consider on Budget Day.
Recent Indian Stock Market Performance
The Indian stock market continued its strong performance on January 30, with the benchmark indices ending the day in positive territory. Major companies like Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and Bharti Airtel contributed significantly to this bull run.
Stocks Expected to Benefit
According to Narinder Wadhwa, CEO of Ski Capital Services Ltd, the anticipated fiscal deficit target of 4.5% aims to enhance stock market sentiment and foster economic growth. The government is projected to focus on high-speed rail projects, modernization, and green initiatives to bolster tourism.
Wadhwa asserts, “A fiscal deficit target of 4.5% is expected to boost stock market confidence, striking a balance between fiscal discipline and growth imperatives. This strategic approach highlights long-term macroeconomic stability alongside robust capital expenditure, which is vital for economic expansion. Additionally, the budget is anticipated to emphasize high-speed rail endeavors, track electrification, system modernization, green transport innovations, and tourism-led route enhancements.”
Based on these factors, Wadhwa suggests that stocks such as RVNL, IRCON International, and Titagarh Wagons might see significant gains.
RVNL: Robust Returns Expected
RVNL shares have delivered impressive returns of over 1,600% in the last five years and approximately 48% in the last year. As of the latest market data, RVNL shares have risen by 2.38% on a year-to-date basis.
IRCON International: Significant Returns with Volatility
Investors have seen nearly 360% returns from IRCON shares over the past five years. However, the stock has witnessed a drop of 13.08% in the last year and is currently trading 6.36% lower year-to-date.
Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. (TITAGARH): Solid Performance with Recent Slippage
Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. shares have closed 1.37% higher at ₹960.40, compared to ₹947.40 from the previous trading session.
Titagarh Rail Systems shares have provided over 100% returns to investors in the last five years. Nonetheless, the stock has declined by 11.67% over the last year and is currently 13.16% lower on a year-to-date basis.
Conclusion
The upcoming Union Budget 2025-26 holds the potential to revolutionize the Indian railway sector through ambitious high-speed projects, electrification, modernization, and green initiatives. Investors are advised to consider railway stocks like RVNL, IRCON International, and Titagarh Wagons, which could offer substantial returns driven by these promising developments.
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