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Bharti Airtel fixes record date for its highest-ever dividend of Rs 24/share. What’s the last date to buy?
Bharti Airtel has fixed July 24 as the record date for its highest-ever annual dividend of Rs 24 per share for FY26, making July 23 the last date to buy the stock for eligibility. The announcement comes as brokerages remain bullish on the telecom major's long-term growth and cash flow prospects.
HFCL shares rally 4% after Rs 495 crore order win. Should you buy after 200% surge in 2026?
HFCL shares witnessed an uptick on Friday after the company secured a Rs 496 crore overseas order for data centre connectivity solutions, extending their 220% rally in 2026. With a record order book, rising exports and growing AI, defence and telecom opportunities, analysts remain optimistic about the company's long-term growth prospects.
From TCS, Happiest Minds To Bharti Airtel, IndiaMart: What to Expect From Q1 Results Across IT and Telecom Sectors
Mid-cap IT companies are expected to continue outperforming due to their agility, niche positioning, superior execution capabilities, and operational efficiencies.
Indus Towers Share Price: Nomura says selloff is overdone; sees 30% upside
Indus Towers has corrected sharply in recent months amid investor concerns over the renewal of telecom tower tenancy agreements with Reliance Jio. The stock is currently trading about 19% below its 52-week high of ₹481.50, touched on February 19, and is down 11% so far in 2026.
Your mobile bills may go up by another 12-15% soon
Get ready for another telecom tariff hike, with prices expected to rise by 12-15% in the next three to four months. This comes as the market consolidates, favoring established players. Expect a slight increase in average revenue per user this quarter, driven by upgrades to 4G and 5G. Meanwhile, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are set to gain more subscribers, while Vodafone Idea continues its 5G expansion.
'Telcos may do well in Q1; tariff hikes likely in H2,' say analysts
Telecom operators are poised for single-digit revenue growth this quarter, driven by steady subscriber additions and users opting for premium 4G/5G plans. Analysts anticipate tariff hikes in the latter half of the fiscal year, with projections ranging from 10-20%. Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea are expected to see user base expansion, contributing to ARPU increases, though recent earnings reflect the absence of immediate price adjustments.
Satellite communication providers and telecom operators agree on Trai's infrastructure provider proposal
Satellite communication providers and telecom operators have reached an agreement on a proposal to allow satellite operators to function as infrastructure providers, partnering with existing telcos to expand services. This move, supported by major players like Amazon Leo, Vodafone Idea, and Bharti Airtel, aims to create a distinct network provider layer.
Bharti Airtel shares in focus as NBFC Airtel Money commences commercial operations after RBI nod
Bharti Airtel shares will be in focus after its NBFC arm, Airtel Money, commenced commercial operations following RBI approval. The development comes as Nomura reaffirmed its bullish stance on the telecom major, raising its target price to Rs 2,355 per share. Despite a 34% drop in Q4 profit, Airtel reported strong revenue growth and margin expansion across its India and Africa businesses.
Bharti Airtel's NBFC arm Airtel Money begins commercial operations
Bharti Airtel's NBFC arm, Airtel Money, has commenced commercial operations, marking a key milestone in the telecom company's digital lending strategy after receiving its RBI licence earlier this year.
10 reasons why Nomura stays bullish on Bharti Airtel, sees 28% upside
Nomura has named Bharti Airtel its top telecom pick, raising its target price to Rs 2,355 and calling it an 'ARPU compounder'. The brokerage highlighted the company's strong free cash flow generation, potential tariff hikes, and growth in its data centers, Airtel Money, and African businesses.
Elara Capital's Harendra Kumar sees India benefiting as AI trade cools and FII flows return
Harendra Kumar of Elara Capital says global money flowing out of expensive AI stocks could now flow back into India, especially as the country's weight on global indices hits new lows and West Asia tensions ease. He's less worried about a weak monsoon hurting markets, noting some sectors gain even as others lose. On telecom, he backs Bharti Airtel over Vodafone Idea, citing its Africa business and expected tariff hikes that benefit both operators and the government.
Jio IPO: Bharti Airtel shares jump 2% as Mukesh Ambani says Jio to file DRHP today
Bharti Airtel shares rose over 2% after Mukesh Ambani announced Jio Platforms will file its DRHP with SEBI. The proposed IPO could become India’s largest. Jio’s strong subscriber base and valuation outlook highlight intensifying competition with Airtel in the telecom and broadband space.