Bharti Airtel hits 52-week high on NSE at Rs 1,927.40 amid strong bullish sentiment

Shares of Bharti Airtel Ltd surged to a new 52-week high of Rs 1,927.40 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) during Friday’s trading session, rising 2.69 per cent or Rs 50.40 as of 2:50 PM IST. The rally reflects strong investor sentiment backed by the telecom major’s solid financial performance and a bullish outlook from market analysts.

A key constituent of the NIFTY 50 and NIFTY 100 indices, Bharti Airtel has been on a steady upward trajectory in recent sessions. The momentum comes amid a significant improvement in the company's financials, with revenue rising steadily over the past five years — from Rs 100,615.80 crore in FY21 to Rs 172,985.20 crore in FY25.

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Bharti Airtel’s net profit has also seen a remarkable turnaround. From a loss of Rs 23,327.90 crore in FY21, the company posted a record profit of Rs 33,778.30 crore in FY25. Earnings per share (EPS) grew substantially during this period, climbing from Rs -27.65 to Rs 58.00, indicating robust earnings growth and enhanced shareholder value.

The company’s quarterly performance in FY25 has also been impressive, particularly in the December and March quarters. Revenue for the March 2025 quarter stood at Rs 47,876.20 crore, with a net profit of Rs 12,418.10 crore and an EPS of Rs 19.02. December 2024 was even stronger, delivering an EPS of Rs 25.54. These results underscore the company’s operational strength and growing profitability.

Key financial ratios further reinforce Airtel’s strong fundamentals. The return on net worth stood at 29.52 per cent in FY25, supported by a manageable debt-to-equity ratio of 1.30. With a dividend payout of Rs 16.00 per share, a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 29.89, and a price-to-book (P/B) value of 8.83, the stock continues to present an attractive proposition for long-term investors.

With continued growth in its 5G rollout, enterprise solutions, and digital services, Bharti Airtel is positioning itself as a dominant force in India’s telecom sector. As the stock notches new highs on the NSE, market watchers are closely tracking whether it can sustain this momentum or if a near-term consolidation is likely. Either way, the company’s strong financial standing and strategic focus make it one of the most compelling stocks in the current market landscape.