Why Railway Stocks Have Rallied This Week: Ircon International Jumps 14%

The Indian stock market ended the week on a high note, with the benchmark Nifty 50 making a strong recovery after a 2-week slump. While buying activity was seen across multiple sectors, railway stocks garnered particular attention, showcasing robust growth. Notably, Ircon International emerged as the top performer in the sector, with its share price rising by 14.2% during the week. Other railway stocks, including Railtel and RITES, followed suit with gains of 11.4% and 8.3%, respectively. The strong performance was reflective of an overall positive sentiment in the sector, with a notable boost from increased government spending on railway infrastructure.

Strong Performance of Railway Stocks

The rally in railway stocks during the week was primarily driven by an uptick in investor sentiment, catalysed by government initiatives and expectations of higher capital expenditure (capex) in the railway sector. Investors were particularly encouraged by the government's plans to boost investment in railway infrastructure.

Among the various players in the sector, the share prices of Texmaco Rail & Engineering, Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL), Titagarh Wagon, and BEML also saw notable increases. These stocks gained between 3.7% and 8.1% during the week, reflecting a general optimism surrounding the sector.

Note: Performance from last Friday close to this Friday close on a provisional basis. 

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Key Reasons Why Railway Stocks Surged This Week

The surge in railway stocks this week can be attributed to a combination of factors, primarily driven by government initiatives, increased capital expenditure, and key developments in the sector. Here's a closer look at the driving forces behind the rally.

Government Capital Expenditure Fuels Optimism

The surge in railway stocks came amid a record rise in government capital expenditure. In March 2025, the Indian government announced an all-time high capex of ₹2.4 lakh crore, marking a 68% increase year-on-year (YoY). This accounted for about 23% of the central government’s FY25 capital expenditure. Additionally, the government recorded a quarterly capex of ₹3.7 lakh crore in Q4FY25, which represented a 33% YoY increase and contributed to 35% of the FY25 capex.

This surge in government spending, particularly in infrastructure, has provided a strong foundation for growth in railway stocks. Investors are expecting that the increased capex will continue in FY26, with a target of ₹11.2 lakh crore, reflecting a 6.5% YoY growth.

RailTel’s Recent Order Win

In a recent development, RailTel Corporation of India, a prominent player in the railway sector, secured a significant order. The company received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the Motor Vehicles Department of Maharashtra for a project related to the design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of an Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS). This project will focus on identified blackspots in the Vidarbha Circle and will last for a period of 10 years. The contract is expected to provide a steady stream of revenue for RailTel, further enhancing its growth prospects.

Conclusion

The performance of railway stocks this week demonstrates the increasing confidence in the sector, driven by government investments and infrastructure development. With capital expenditure set to rise in the coming years, the railway space is likely to continue attracting investor attention. The strong performance of stocks like Ircon International and Railtel is a reflection of the positive market sentiment surrounding the sector’s growth potential.

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