Budget 2025: Top PSU stocks to watch for investment opportunities
PSU stocks in focus as Budget 2025 nears, with key sectors like banking, energy, and telecom poised for potential gains amid disinvestment plans, green energy incentives, and infrastructure investments.
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The Union Budget 2025 is set to be a key event for PSU stocks, as the government continues to focus on operational efficiency, financial inclusion, and green energy initiatives. While major policy shifts are not expected, certain public sector enterprises could see significant movement based on budgetary allocations and reforms.
Disinvestment targets remain in focus
Disinvestment has been a recurring theme in recent budgets, though proceeds have consistently fallen short of targets. For FY26, UBS projects a modest disinvestment goal of Rs 30,000 crore, reflecting a conservative approach for the fifth consecutive year. Nomura anticipates that the government will maintain this stance, balancing lower disinvestment receipts with revised GDP growth expectations. Stocks like IDBI Bank and Shipping Corporation of India could see traction based on further updates.
PSU banks: Strengthening the financial sector
The PSU banking sector has undergone a transformation, driven by recapitalization and structural reforms. With continued emphasis on financial inclusion, key players like State Bank of India (SBI) and Bank of Baroda may benefit from additional capital infusion measures and regulatory enhancements to improve asset quality. Any new policies aimed at further strengthening the banking sector could push these stocks higher.
Energy PSUs: Green transition and infrastructure boost
The government's push for clean energy could favor stocks like NTPC and GAIL India. NTPC’s ongoing renewable energy transition aligns with India's sustainability goals, while GAIL could gain from an expanding gas pipeline infrastructure and policy support for natural gas usage. Green energy incentives, further investments in renewables, and regulatory clarity could act as catalysts for these stocks.
Telecom PSUs: Digital expansion under BharatNet
With digital connectivity a key priority, BSNL and MTNL stand to benefit from increased allocations toward the BharatNet project and upcoming 5G spectrum policy reforms. Continued investment in rural broadband and next-gen connectivity solutions could bolster investor confidence in telecom PSUs.
Core-sector PSUs: Infrastructure and industrial growth
Key industrial PSUs, including NMDC Steel and Shipping Corporation of India, have seen rising investor interest as the government prioritizes operational efficiency. Budget announcements related to infrastructure expansion and capital expenditure support could sustain their growth momentum.
Market outlook
While PSU stocks may not see immediate policy-driven surges, long-term investors will be keenly watching budgetary allocations, reform measures, and fiscal commitments that could drive sustained growth. With strategic government backing and increasing efficiency, these PSUs remain crucial players in India's economic landscape.
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