Bharat Electronics Limited
BELVerifiedPremier defence electronics PSU supplying advanced radar suites, missile guidance systems, and naval sonar sensors.
Stock Snapshot & Key Numbers — Bharat Electronics Limited
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Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is a Indian equity security listed on the NSE/BSE with ISIN INE263A01024. As of the last recorded market session on Close on 16 Oct 2026, the stock closed at ₹376.85, recording a -3.55 (-0.93%) decline from its previous close of ₹380.40. Over the trailing 52-week trading cycle, BEL has traded between a 52-week low of ₹367.30 and a 52-week high of ₹468.45, establishing its annual trading channel. In historical performance, Bharat Electronics Limited has fallen 8.49% over the past 1 year. Period returns across standard measurement intervals include: 1-week: +2.36%, 1-month: -2.31%, 6-month: -17.29%, 1-year: -8.49%, 3-year: +174.27%, 5-year: +420.63%. Daily reported trading volume reached 91,43,278 equity shares. On key valuation multiples as of 11 Oct 2026, the company trades at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) multiple of 43.8x and a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 11.2x, with a trailing dividend yield of 0.68%. Its market capitalization stands at ₹2.69 Lakh Cr. The company is categorized under the Industrials & Engineering sector and Defence Radars, Avionics & Electronic Warfare industry within the Indian equities universe.
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Trading Multiples & Ranges
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Past Price Win/Loss Odds (1-Week, 1-Month, 3-Month)
How often this stock rose, stayed flat, or fell over past 21-day holding periods (based on historical data, not a future prediction).
How Outside Factors Affect This Stock (Market, Crude Oil & Currency)
How closely this stock moved with the broader market index, crude oil, and the exchange rate over the past year.
| Factor / Benchmark | 1Y Beta (Sensitivity) | 1Y Correlation (-1 to +1) | What This Means |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIFTY 50 | +0.87 | +0.47 | Trailing 1Y historical sensitivity: a 1% move in NIFTY 50 coincided with a +0.87% co-movement (correlation: 0.47). Descriptive historical relationship, not predictive. |
| USD / INR | -0.55 | -0.16 | Trailing 1Y historical sensitivity: a 1% move in USD / INR coincided with a -0.55% co-movement (correlation: -0.16). Descriptive historical relationship, not predictive. |
| Brent Crude Oil | -0.03 | -0.07 | Trailing 1Y historical sensitivity: a 1% move in Brent Crude Oil coincided with a -0.03% co-movement (correlation: -0.07). Descriptive historical relationship, not predictive. |
| US 10Y Treasury Yield | +0.08 | +0.05 | Trailing 1Y historical sensitivity: a 1% move in US 10Y Treasury Yield coincided with a +0.08% co-movement (correlation: 0.05). Descriptive historical relationship, not predictive. |
How to read Beta & Correlation ( Beta > 1 = wider swings than market; < 1 = calmer )▾
Sensitivities measure historical 1-year regression beta and correlation across paired daily trading sessions over the past 252 trading days. Past relationships can shift over time and do not guarantee future co-movement.
Trailing Returns Breakdown
Calendar-aligned historical percentage performance across standard market windows.
| Period | Start Price | Current Price | Return (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Week | ₹368.15 | ₹376.85 | +2.36% |
| 15 Days | ₹383.10 | ₹376.85 | -1.63% |
| 1 Month | ₹385.75 | ₹376.85 | -2.31% |
| 3 Months | ₹407.10 | ₹376.85 | -7.43% |
| 6 Months | ₹455.65 | ₹376.85 | -17.29% |
| 1 Year | ₹411.80 | ₹376.85 | -8.49% |
| 3 Years | ₹137.40 | ₹376.85 | +174.27% |
| 5 Years | ₹72.38 | ₹376.85 | +420.63% |
Price Swings & Biggest Historical Drops
How much this stock typically fluctuates and its largest peak-to-bottom drops over 1 and 5 years.
Calendar-Year Historical Performance
Annual performance breakdown comparing first and last closing sessions of each calendar year.
| Calendar Year | Start Close | End Close | Annual Return | Trajectory Bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CY 2026 | ₹397.70 | ₹376.85 | -5.2% | |
| CY 2025 | ₹293.90 | ₹399.60 | +36.0% | |
| CY 2024 | ₹184.95 | ₹293.15 | +58.5% | |
| CY 2023 | ₹100.25 | ₹184.20 | +83.7% | |
| CY 2022 | ₹70.42 | ₹99.90 | +41.9% | |
| CY 2021 | ₹72.38 | ₹69.98 | -3.3% |
Historical Investment Simulator
Factual simulation of past returns in Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) using real recorded closing prices.
Corporate Actions & Distributions
Historical record of dividend payouts and share split adjustments for BEL.
Dividend Distributions (2)
| Ex-Date | Dividend Amount |
|---|---|
| 13 Aug 2026 | ₹0.55 per share |
| 6 Mar 2026 | ₹1.95 per share |
Stock Splits & Multipliers (0)
No stock split adjustments recorded.
Recent News & Official Exchange Announcements
Official exchange filings, order wins, and company updates. Click any announcement to see how it affects the business on the right.
Defence stocks: Bharat Electronics is Motilal Oswal's top pick as Rs 13 lakh crore approvals boost order... - Moneycontrol.com
Defence stocks: Bharat Electronics is Motilal Oswal's top pick as Rs 13 lakh crore approvals boost order... Moneycontrol.com
Bharat Electronics Q1 results: Net profit rises 9% YoY to ₹1,054 crore, revenue climbs 25%; check key details - Upstox
Bharat Electronics Q1 results: Net profit rises 9% YoY to ₹1,054 crore, revenue climbs 25%; check key details Upstox
Bharat Electronics Q1 Results: Profit In Line With Estimates But Margins Shrink, Revenue Up 25% - NDTV Profit
Bharat Electronics Q1 Results: Profit In Line With Estimates But Margins Shrink, Revenue Up 25% NDTV Profit
Bharat Electronics Q1 FY27 Results Out July 27, 4 PM: Orders Surge ₹1,653 Cr, Market Eyes Margin Impact - NiftyTrader
Bharat Electronics Q1 FY27 Results Out July 27, 4 PM: Orders Surge ₹1,653 Cr, Market Eyes Margin Impact NiftyTrader
Weekly Recap: Defence orders boost market and BEL Q1 orders down 54% - TradingView
Weekly Recap: Defence orders boost market and BEL Q1 orders down 54% TradingView
Why This Matters for the Business
Plain-English breakdown of how the selected announcement connects to revenue, costs, and business drivers.
Ministry of Defence capital acquisitions under Positive Indigenisation lists grant high-margin, sovereign counterparty contracts with multi-year revenue locking.
- •Transaction / financial magnitude identified at ₹13 Lakh Cr
- •Atmanirbhar Bharat defence procurement mandate sanctions domestic equipment contracts
Volume throughput absorbs fixed manufacturing plant overheads, supporting operating EBITDA margins and cash generation across industrials & engineering units.
Identified project outlay of ₹13,00,000 Cr secures forward multi-quarter top-line visibility.
At-a-Glance Health & Momentum Check
While recent announcements reflect past operations, profit margins and return on capital have been tightening as the business absorbs higher costs or new expansion spending.
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Common Questions About Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Key facts on BEL share price, historical returns, valuation ratios, and past SIP performance.
What is the current share price and 52-week range of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)?
As of 16 Oct 2026, the official closing share price of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) on NSE/BSE is ₹376.85 (-0.93% vs the previous close). Over the past 52 weeks, BEL has traded between a low of ₹367.30 and a high of ₹468.45, with a reported market capitalization of ₹2.69 Lakh Cr.
What are the historical returns of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)?
Based on split-adjusted closing prices through 16 Oct 2026, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) recorded the following trailing price returns: 1 Week: +2.36% (from ₹368.15 to ₹376.85); 15 Days: -1.63% (from ₹383.10 to ₹376.85); 1 Month: -2.31% (from ₹385.75 to ₹376.85); 3 Months: -7.43% (from ₹407.10 to ₹376.85); 6 Months: -17.29% (from ₹455.65 to ₹376.85); 1 Year: -8.49% (from ₹411.80 to ₹376.85); 3 Years: +174.27% (from ₹137.40 to ₹376.85); 5 Years: +420.63% (from ₹72.38 to ₹376.85). Past performance reflects historical exchange records and does not predict future returns.
What is the P/E ratio, P/B ratio, and dividend yield of Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)?
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) currently trades at a trailing Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 43.8x, a Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio of 11.2x, and a trailing 12-month dividend yield of 0.68%. It operates in the Industrials & Engineering sector (Defence Radars, Avionics & Electronic Warfare).
How much would a past lump-sum or monthly SIP investment in BEL have grown?
Based on historical closing prices for Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL): A one-time lump-sum investment of ₹1,00,000.00 held for 5 years would be worth ₹5,20,630.92 (+420.6% total return, 39.1% CAGR), while a monthly SIP of ₹10,000.00 over 5 years (total invested: ₹6,10,000.00) would be worth ₹15,00,578.04 (+146.0% absolute return). You can test custom amounts and holding periods in the interactive calculator above.
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