Emkay Identifies HAL, BEL, BEML, Bharat Dynamics as Key Defence Stocks with Growth Potential
Emkay Global Financial Services highlights India's defence sector as poised for sustained growth, driven by policy support, private sector participation, and rising exports. The brokerage identifies Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML), and Bharat Dynamics Limited as key beneficiaries. HAL is the top pick with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of Rs 5,950, reflecting a 23% upside. Defence production reached Rs 1.8 trillion in FY26, with a target of Rs 3 trillion by 2029, alongside export growth.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (72–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 23 Sept, 08:47 am. Other outlets followed.