Reliance Outshines Nifty with $40 Billion Gain in 2025, Best Rally Since 2020

Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) is outperforming India’s main stock index, the Nifty 50, by its biggest margin in 5 years. Its shares have surged 22% in 2025 so far, compared to a 6% rise in the Nifty. This jump has added $40 billion to Reliance’s market value, making up about one-third of the total gain in the Nifty this year.

Strong Recovery After 2-Year Lull

After 2 years of underperformance, Reliance is making a strong comeback. Thanks to better refining profits and stronger results from its telecom (Jio) and retail businesses.

Reliance Industries Financial Results

For the financial year ended March 31, 2025, Reliance Industries reported strong consolidated results, becoming the first Indian company to surpass total equity of ₹10 lakh crore. The company achieved record consolidated revenue of ₹1,071,174 crore ($125.3 billion), marking a 7.1% year-on-year growth. Its consolidated EBITDA also reached an all-time high of ₹183,422 crore ($21.5 billion), up 2.9% from the previous year. 

The consolidated profit after tax stood at ₹81,309 crore ($9.5 billion), reflecting a 2.9% annual increase. 

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About Reliance Industries Limited

Reliance Industries Limited, based in Mumbai, is a major Indian multinational conglomerate with diverse operations across energy, petrochemicals, natural gas, retail, entertainment, telecom, media, and textiles.

Reliance Share Price and Performance

As of July 18, Reliance share price (NSE: RELIANCE) traded at ₹1,471.50. The stock has moved between ₹1,114.85 and ₹1,551.00 over the past year. The stock is slightly down today, but remains strong over the year.

Its share price has risen by ₹41.40 or 2.89% in the past month, ₹166.05 or 12.72% over the past 6 months, and ₹515.65 or 53.95% over the past 5 years.

Conclusion

Reliance Industries’ exceptional performance in 2025 highlights its strong fundamentals, diversified business model, and ability to adapt across sectors. With record financial results, robust growth in its telecom and retail segments, and a significant contribution to the broader market rally, RIL has reinforced its position as a market leader. 

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