Bharat Electronics Limited
LIC increased its stake in Bharat Electronics from 1.13% to 1.79%, purchasing 4,81,91,647 shares.
A defence electronics manufacturer incorporated in 1954, Bharat Electronics Limited designs, manufactures, and supplies advanced electronic equipment and systems for India's defence sector. The company operates multiple production facilities across different regions and maintains a selective presence in civilian markets. Its core expertise encompasses defence-grade electronics, radar systems, and integrated defence solutions for military applications.
India's largest domestic institutional investor with over Rs 56 lakh crore in total AUM, of which roughly Rs 15 lakh crore sits in listed equities. Holds stakes in virtually every major listed Indian company. When LIC builds or exits a position, it moves markets. Government-owned and mandated to invest policyholder funds in Indian equities and bonds, making it the ultimate long-only, long-term India bull.