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The Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) share price today as of March 17, 2025, at 11:48 AM, is at ₹118.45. It shows a 0.65% surge over the last close at ₹117.69. It opened at ₹118.01 and has reported a trading volume of 6,694,370 shares with a value of ₹7,926.13 lakhs. The Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP) at ₹118.50 indicates an even market trend.
As of 12.04 am on March 17, 2025, IRFC share price is as follows:
IRFC stock today enjoys a market capitalization of ₹154,731 crore, making it a major contributor to the public sector. The stock has a volatility higher than the general market with a beta of 1.50. The day's trading range has been between a high of ₹119.72 and a low of ₹117.61. The upper circuit price limit is ₹129.45 and the lower circuit price limit is ₹105.92. Thus, reflecting a well-defined risk-reward situation for the traders and investors.
IRFC shares have seen huge price fluctuations in the last twelve months. The stock hit a 52-week high of ₹229.00 on July 15, 2024, but fell sharply to a 52-week low of ₹108.04 on March 3, 2025. This can be attributed to market corrections, sectoral events, and general economic conditions impacting PSU stocks.
IRFC has registered steady financial growth. IRFC's revenues increased from ₹23,722 crore in 2023 to ₹26,645 crore in 2024, while the net profit went up from ₹6,167 crore to ₹6,412 crore. IRFC's stable financial performance shows the strength of its business model, driven by long-term rail financing projects.
IRFC has been recently given Navratna status by the government of India, which provides it with more financial independence. Navratna status enables IRFC to invest up to ₹1,000 crore without the need for government approval. This may speed up its decision-making and growth plans.
Further, the IRFC board of directors will meet on March 17, 2025, to consider the announcement of the second interim dividend for the year 2024-25. The board of directors has already announced the record date for the distribution of dividends as March 21, 2025. This action is expected to improve investors' confidence and channel dividend-focused investors.
Analysts have estimated IRFC's share price to be between ₹184.62 and ₹370 towards the end of 2025, with an average target of ₹167.50 to ₹203.32. This shows possible upside opportunities, factoring in government investments in railway infrastructure as well as the financial resilience of IRFC.
1-Month Performance: IRFC share price dipped 7%.
Year-to-Date (YTD) Performance: Down 22% in 2025.
6-Month Performance: Fell 30%.
2-Year Performance: Given 330% multibagger returns.
IRFC is still a PSU stock of choice with good financials and government support. Short-term volatility continues, but the long-term outlook for the company is sound, with infrastructure growth prospects and news of Navratna status. Investors should look out for dividend announcements and developments in the railway sector before investing.
