01 Feb 2026 | 3 Mins Read

Shares of defence companies rally on Budget hopes in 2026

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Defence shares rose ahead of the Union Budget 2026, driven by expectations of increased defence spending. Key gainers included ideaForge Technology (5%), Bharat Electronics (2.4%), Bharat Dynamics (2.4%), and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (2.3%), with the Nifty India Defence index rising 1.9%.