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IRFC shares gained 0.47% amid sector optimism and strong investor interest. Despite trading lower than its 52-week high, the stock's fundamentals remain solid, strengthened by new ventures and a dividend yield of 1.28%. Check key metrics and stay updated on IRFC stock’s performance.
IRFC share price as of 11:51 am on May 2, 2025, stands at ₹125.06. It is up 0.47% from the close of ₹124.47 in the previous trading session. The stock opened below at ₹124.34 but rose to an intraday high of ₹126.85. The price range indicates cautious optimism among traders.
Let’s explore the stock’s current movements to understand what to expect from it in the short and long-term.
IRFC shares today witnessed high trading activity with 8,413,200 shares exchanging hands. The total traded value stood at ₹10,523.23 lakh. VWAP stood at ₹125.83, which shows that the majority of trades took place around the current price level. The volume today is lower than the 20-day average of 31.4 million shares. However, the delivery volume was steady at 15.64%, showcasing steady investor interest.
The IRFC share price chart showed gains of 0.83% as of 11.53 AM on May 2, 2025:
The stock had a market capitalization of ₹163,460 crore, solidifying its position as a major large-cap public sector unit. The beta of the stock stands at 1.41, indicating comparatively high volatility in relation to the overall market. This increased beta can be desirable for risk-happy investors seeking returns in the short- to medium-term.
IRFC's present trading price is well below its 52-week and all-time high of ₹229.00. However, it is above the 52-week low of ₹108.04 and the all-time low of ₹19.30. This broad range shows the turbulent ride the stock has experienced due to policy decisions, investor perception, and developments in the infrastructure sector.
A trailing twelve-month (TTM) EPS of ₹4.98, reflects 1.26% year-over-year growth. Its PE is 25.12, significantly above the industry average of 13.12. The high premium reflects huge investor optimism towards future growth expectations. Its price-to-book value is at 3.18, as opposed to its book value of ₹39.38 per share.
At a face value of ₹10, IRFC provides a dividend yield of 1.28%, giving long-term investors a regular income source. The day's upper and lower circuit limits are fixed at ₹136.91 and ₹112.02, respectively, to ensure orderly trading during volatile times.
Several significant developments are supporting the 0.47% rise in IRFC stock. The government's ongoing focus on modernization initiatives, is providing a favourable environment to grow for IRFC. IRFC's strategic forays into renewable energy, mining, and telecom financing indicate long-term growth, above its core business of financing railways.
The recent Navratna status granted to it has also contributed substantially to improving sentiment since it provides greater operational independence and flexibility in decision-making. On the technical side, the stock above important short-term moving averages is drawing momentum traders, further fueling the buying interest and driving the share price higher.
IRFC share price appreciation is a testament to a well-balanced blend of solid fundamentals, top-line growth, and positive investor sentiment. With infrastructure and public sector themes continuing to attract attention, IRFC will most probably remain under investor watchlists.
