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NSE: IRFC · BSE: 543257 · ISIN INE053F01010

Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited stock analysis

Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited ranks #3184 in the TickerSutra evidence-ranked universe with a score of 42/100 and 95% data confidence. The latest captured fundamentals show ROCE of 5.6%, quarterly sales growth of 19.5% and quarterly profit growth of 10.4%.
Complete evidence gate watch governance reviewUpdated 29 Sept 2026
TICKERSUTRA SCORE42/100

Avoid / exit review

#3184 of 5,430 ranked equities
Market capitalisation₹1,07,058.56cr
ROCE5.6%
Quarterly sales growth19.5%
Quarterly profit growth10.4%
P/E ratio14.9×
Promoter pledge0.0%

INVESTMENT EVIDENCE

What supports—and challenges—the thesis

Evidence in favour

  • Institutional ownership is rising
  • CWIP indicates an active capacity pipeline
  • No promoter shares are reported as pledged

Risks and constraints

  • Debt/equity is above 0.5×
  • CFO/EBITDA is below 0.6×

Still unresolved: Related-party exposure · Broad media sentiment

FINANCIAL TRAJECTORY

Recent operating history

PeriodRevenueOperating profitNet profitOperating margin
2022₹20,299cr₹6,102cr₹6,090cr30.0%
2023₹23,892cr₹6,310cr₹6,337cr26.0%
2024₹26,650cr₹6,415cr₹6,412cr24.0%
2025₹27,153cr₹6,504cr₹6,502cr24.0%
2026₹27,285cr₹6,962cr₹7,009cr26.0%
TTM₹28,630cr₹7,016cr₹7,191cr24.0%
Debt / equity7.69×
CFO / EBITDA-3.88×
Operating margin24.0%
Free cash flow₹-27,030cr
Sales CAGR · 3Y4.5%
Profit CAGR · 3Y3.4%

EXCHANGE EVENT TRIGGERS

Latest corporate disclosures

0 positive catalysts0 negative catalysts9 routine filings

MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY

Signals from filed documents

Capacity expansion plansHigh severity · 3 mentions
Positive catalyst

This is answer to question number one. Coming to question number two, the table that you are talking about, all these INR92,799 crores assets were greenfield assets, including some brownfield also, which we entered into agreement last year. Now for any greenfield projects, funding is not done in the same year.

Export market updatesModerate severity · 2 mentions
Constructive

Through this approach, we aim to support sustainable growth and create long-term value for stakeholders. Diversifying the borrowing portfolio We raise funds through a diversified borrowing mix across domestic and international markets. A diversified borrowing profile enhances funding flexibility, broadens the investor base and supports long-term financing requirements.

Regulatory updatesModerate severity · 52 mentions
Constructive

Also, regional supply reliability improved, electricity reached nearly all households, and capacity expansion matched rising demand as peak power demand reached around 256.1 GW during the year, reflecting a significant improvement in supply adequacy.9 Strong policy backing continues to support the sector through initiatives like the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme, which carries an outlay of ₹3.03 lakh crore 10 t

Regulatory approvalModerate severity · 13 mentions
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[P3]: The Company has adopted various employee-oriented policies in line with the general laws and regulations and sound ethical practices. Such policies are normally approved by the Board of Directors and are accessible to the employees of the Company. Our ESG policy is available at https://irfc.co.in/sites/default/files/inline-files/ESG%20POLICY .pdf Further, the Company has adopted an Equal Opportunity Policy to p

Delay in approvalLow severity · 1 mention
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01.05.2025 or till assumption of charge of the post by the regular incumbent or until further orders, whichever is the earliest. 2019/E(O)II/40/8 dated 24.04.2026, Ministry of Railways, has informed that pending approval of Competent Authority, has decided that Shri. Randhir Sahay, IRAS will continue to hold the additional charge of the post of Director (Finance), IRFC until further orders.

Institutional interestLow severity · 2 mentions
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The facility of participation at AGM through VC/OAVM will be made available for 1000 members on first come first serve basis. This will not include large Shareholders (Shareholders holding 2% or more shareholding), Promoters, Institutional Investors, Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, the Chairpersons of the Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee and Stakeholders Relationship Committee, Auditors etc

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