Bharti Airtel Share Price Hits 6-Month High on Earnings Hopes

Bharti Airtel share price rose 3% to a 6-month high of ₹1,767.05 on Friday, driven by expectations of strong earnings for the March 2025 quarter (Q3FY25). In just 3 trading days, Airtel’s share price has gained 5%, and since March, it has surged 13%. The stock is nearing its record high of ₹1,779 hit on September 26, 2024.

Bharti Airtel Share Price Outperformed Competitors in 2025

Airtel has outperformed the broader market in 2025, with a 10.5% rise in its stock price, compared to a 4.3% decline in the BSE Sensex. As of now, Airtel remains one of the top telecom players globally, with over 550 million customers in 15 countries, including India, Africa, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

At 1.45 PM, Bharti Airtel stock price was up 2.59% and was trading at ₹1760.

Starlink Partnership with SpaceX

Airtel recently signed an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to India, the first of its kind in the country. The partnership aims to leverage Airtel’s market expertise alongside SpaceX’s satellite technology, subject to regulatory approvals.

Improved Cash Flow and Debt Reduction

Airtel’s free cash flow (FCF) has significantly improved due to tariff hikes in the India wireless segment. For the first 9 months of FY25, Airtel generated ₹29,200 crore in FCF. The company’s main priority is prepaying its high-cost debt. With reduced leverage, analysts believe Airtel’s capital allocation decisions will be key to future stock performance.

Conclusion

Bharti Airtel share price has been buoyed by positive earnings expectations, strong cash flow generation, and strategic partnerships. Despite challenges, the company’s growth trajectory and market positioning remain strong.

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