The battery industry in India is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the increasing demand for electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy storage, and consumer electronics. With the government’s push for green energy initiatives and a robust manufacturing ecosystem, India is emerging as a key player in the global battery market. In 2022, the market size for batteries in India was around USD 1 billion. It was estimated that by 2030, the market will reach USD 6 billion.
In this article, check some of the best battery stocks in India in January 2025, picked based on their 5-year CAGR.
Name | Market Cap (₹ in crore) | PE Ratio | 5Y CAGR (%) | 1Y Return (%) |
HBL Engineering Ltd | 17,004.52 | 60.54 | 108.28 | 40.78 |
Eveready Industries India Ltd | 2,761.39 | 41.36 | 47.13 | 6.83 |
Exide Industries Ltd | 34,956.25 | 39.87 | 17.29 | 27.72 |
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd | 21,671.12 | 23.19 | 10.36 | 43.51 |
Note: The best battery stocks list provided here is as of December 31, 2024. The stocks have a market cap of more than ₹500 crore and are sorted based on the 5-year CAGR.
HBL Power System Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing and services of different types of batteries, e-mobility, and other products. In FY 2024, the company’s total income reached ₹2,25,126.30 lakh, up from ₹1,38,636.22 lakh in FY 2023. The profit for FY 2024 was ₹26,265.62 lakh, an increase from ₹9,709.17 lakh in FY 2023. In H1 FY 2025, the company’s PAT was ₹16,73,567 lakh, up from ₹1,20,890 lakh during the same period in the previous year.
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Eveready Industries India Limited is one of the well-known battery companies stock in India. It is one of the leading manufacturers of dry-cell batteries in India. The company offers batteries, lighting solutions, flashlights, and home appliances. In FY 2024, the company’s total income reached ₹1,314.2 crore, a slight drop from ₹1,327.7 crore in FY 2023. The profit for FY 2024 was ₹66.7 crore, an increase from ₹20.1 crore in FY 2023. In H1 FY 2025, the company’s PAT was ₹58.9 crore, up by 17.1% from ₹50.3 crore during the same period in the previous year.
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Exide Industries Ltd is primarily engaged in the manufacturing of storage batteries and related products in India. In FY 2024, the company’s total income reached ₹16,859.68 crore, an increase from ₹15,202.69 crore in FY 2023. The profit for FY 2024 was ₹882.82 crore, an increase from ₹822.77 crore in FY 2023. In H1 FY 2025, the company’s PAT was ₹577.3 crore, up by 9.2% from ₹528.9 crore during the same period in the previous year.
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Amara Raja Batteries Limited (ARBL) is the flagship company of the Amara Raja Group. The company is one of the largest manufacturers of lead-acid batteries for both industrial and automotive applications in the Indian storage battery industry. In FY 2024, the company’s total income reached ₹11,818.85 crore, an increase from ₹10,484.37 crore in FY 2023. The profit for FY 2024 was ₹934.38 crore, an increase from ₹730.83 crore in FY 2023. In H1 FY 2025, the company’s PAT was ₹484.73 crore, up from ₹436.71 crore during the same period in the previous year.
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Batteries, from everyday devices like TV remotes to electric vehicles, play a crucial role in our lives.
The lithium-ion battery sector in India is poised for significant growth, with demand expected to reach 54 GWh by FY27 and 127 GWh by FY30. This growth is driven by the country’s renewable energy targets, aiming for 50% of primary energy from renewables by 2030. Government initiatives like the FAME and Viability Gap Funding schemes are also helping reduce costs for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), further boosting demand.
In addition to the battery sector stocks mentioned above, several other companies play a key role in battery manufacturing. It’s crucial to evaluate each company’s business model, financial stability, and long-term potential before making investment decisions.
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Published on: Dec 31, 2024, 2:17 PM IST
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