The shares of this defence manufacturing company has risen 3% in today’s session after bagging work orders worth Rs. 528 Crores for radars, communication equipment, electronic voting machines and many more.
With a market capitalisation of Rs. 3,17,098 cr, the shares of Bharat Electronics Ltd were trading at Rs. 433.40 per share, after climbing as much as 2.82% earlier in the session from the previous close of Rs. 421.50, reaching today’s high of ₹436 share.
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has announced the receipt of fresh orders worth Rs. 528 crore. These orders have been secured since the company’s last disclosure dated June 20, 2025.
The newly acquired contracts cover a broad range of products and services, including radars, communication equipment, electronic voting machines (EVMs), jammers, mobile shelters, control centres, spares, and support services.
This development underscores BEL’s continued leadership in the defence electronics space and its role in supporting the country’s strategic and technological capabilities.
Its key offerings include radars, sonars, electronic warfare systems, missile electronics, and secure communication systems. BEL also supplies electronic voting machines, smart-city solutions, and solar energy products. With a strong R&D focus and global exports, BEL plays a vital role in India’s defence ecosystem and technological self-reliance.
Financial Performance
Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has showcased robust financial metrics with a Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of 39.0% and a Return on Equity (ROE) of 29.3%. Over the past three years, the company has maintained a healthy average ROE of 26.5%, reflecting consistent shareholder value creation.
The company remains almost debt-free, demonstrating strong financial discipline. BEL has also sustained a stable dividend payout, maintaining a healthy ratio of 39.1%, underlining its commitment to rewarding shareholders.
BEL has delivered a solid profit growth, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13% over the last five years. Its operating profit increased significantly from Rs.5,051 crore in FY24 to Rs.6,834 crore in FY25, while net profit rose from Rs.3,985 crore to Rs.5,323 crore during the same period.
As of April 1, 2025, the company’s total order book stands at an impressive Rs. 71,650 crore. For FY26, BEL has issued a revenue guidance of at least Rs. 27,000 crore, excluding the QRSAM (Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missile) project. If the QRSAM order is secured, it could contribute an additional Rs. 30,000 crore, taking the total potential inflow above Rs. 50,000 crore.
Written by Manideep Appana
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