India is rapidly embracing 5G technology, with projections showing 270 million 5G subscribers by the end of 2024. This growth is set to accelerate in the coming years, reaching 970 million subscribers by 2030. India’s 5G adoption is poised to transform industries and drive significant economic growth in 2025 and beyond.
Here are five Stocks Expected to Drive India’s 5G Growth in 2025:
1. Bharti Airtel Limited
Bharti Airtel Limited was headquartered in New Delhi and is a leading multinational telecommunications company operating in 18 countries across South Asia and Africa. Serving over 550 million customers, it ranks among the top three mobile operators globally, offering a wide range of communication services.
Airtel has expanded 5G services across India, covering all 28 states and 8 union territories. By optimizing mid-band spectrum and securing spectrum in multiple bands, it enhances speed and coverage. Airtel plans to launch 5G Fixed Wireless Access by December 2024, while collaborating with Nokia for smart city solutions and energy efficiency.
Bharti Airtel Limited’s revenue from operations has increased by 11.97 percent from Rs. 37,044 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 41,473 crore in Q2 FY25. The company’s net profit has increased from Rs. 2,093 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 4,153 crore in Q2 FY25, which has grown by 98.42 percent.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 9,55,719 crores, Bharti Airtel Limited’s share price closed at Rs. 1,597 per equity share.
2. Tejas Networks Limited
Tejas Networks Limited was founded in 2000 and designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance networking equipment for telecommunications and broadband services. The company has become a key player in the global market, serving service providers, utilities, and governments in over 75 countries.
Tejas Networks, a Tata Group company, offers flexible 5G and 4G RAN solutions, enabling seamless transition to 5G. Its portfolio includes baseband units, radio units, and a virtualized 5G core with network slicing. Tejas also acquired 5G RAN tech from IITs, driving robust growth and plans for global expansion.
Tejas Networks Limited’s revenue from operations has increased by 609.85 percent from Rs. 396 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 2,811 crore in Q2 FY25. The company converted its net loss into net profit from Rs. -13 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 275 crore in Q2 FY25.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 23,217 crores, Tejas Networks Limited’s share price closed at Rs. 1,356 per equity share.
3. HFCL Limited
HFCL Limited was formerly Himachal Futuristic Communications Limited and is a leading Indian technology company. Since its establishment in 1987, it has specialized in telecommunications equipment and optical fiber cables, delivering innovative solutions across telecommunications, security, railways, and other industries.
HFCL is driving India’s 5G revolution with its innovative products, including the country’s first indigenous 5G Fixed Wireless Access solution and advanced 5G Lab-as-a-Service. The company offers small cell products, optical fibre, and backhauling radios. HFCL secured a Rs 6.2 billion 5G order and plans to expand internationally, targeting Rs 90-100 billion in revenue by 2027.
HFCL Limited’s revenue from operations has decreased by 1.53 percent from Rs. 1,111 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 1,094 crore in Q2 FY25. The company’s net profit has increased from Rs. 70 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 73 crore in Q2 FY25, which has grown by 4.29 percent.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 19,079 crores, HFCL Limited’s share price closed at Rs. 132 per equity share.
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4. Indus Towers Limited
Indus Towers Limited is a leading telecommunications infrastructure company in India and provides passive infrastructure services to mobile network operators. Formed by the merger of Bharti Infratel and Indus Towers in November 2020, it has become one of the largest telecom tower companies globally.
Indus Towers is a key player in India’s 5G rollout, specializing in passive telecom infrastructure. The company is upgrading its network for 5G, introducing energy-efficient solutions and in-building solutions for high-density areas. It has invested Rs 5 billion in infrastructure, with plans to add 10,000 new towers, and expects 12% revenue growth.
Indus Towers Limited’s revenue from operations has increased by 4.67 percent from Rs. 7,132 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 7,465 crore in Q2 FY25. The company’s net profit has increased from Rs. 1,295 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 2,224 crore in Q2 FY25, which has grown by 71.74 percent.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 98,284 crores, Indus Towers Limited’s share price closed at Rs. 365 per equity share.
5. Sterlite Technologies Limited
Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) was established in 2000 and is a prominent Indian technology company specializing in end-to-end data network solutions. It has emerged as a global leader in manufacturing optical fiber, fiber optic cables, and related telecommunications infrastructure.
Sterlite Technologies (STL) supports India’s 5G ecosystem through the Advanced Optical Communications Test Bed and network infrastructure across 700 districts. The company is also focused on future-proofing technology and enhancing rural connectivity as part of the Bharat 6G vision.
Sterlite Technologies Limited’s revenue from operations has decreased by 5.42 percent from Rs. 1,494 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. 1,413 crore in Q2 FY25. The company’s net profit has decreased from Rs. 32 crore in Q2 FY24 to Rs. -14 crore in Q2 FY25.
With a market capitalization of Rs. 6,012 crores, Sterlite Technologies Limited’s share price closed at Rs. 123 per equity share.
Written By – Nikhil Naik
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