Small-Cap Defence Stock Spikes 5% After Securing ₹151 Cr Export Order;: Delivers 15,000% Returns in 5 Yrs

NIBE Limited, a small-cap defence technology company, witnessed a 5% surge in its share price on Monday, May 26, hitting the upper circuit at ₹1,601.85 on the BSE. 

The sharp rise came after the company announced a major export order win from a global Israeli technology firm. This order, worth USD 17.52 million (approximately ₹150.62 crore), is for the manufacturing and supply of Universal Rocket Launchers.

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The defence stock has delivered over 15,300% returns to investors over the past five years. However, in 2025 so far (YTD), the stock has declined by 8.69%.

About the Company

NIBE is an Indian defence technology company involved in the design, manufacturing, and integration of advanced defence systems, as well as assembly of components of electric vehicles. 

In the defence segment, its clients include all three Indian defence forces, along with L&T Defence. 

Major Export Order for Universal Rocket Launchers

On May 24, Saturday, NIBE informed the stock exchanges that it has secured a major export purchase order for the supply of Universal Rocket Launchers. 

The Universal Rocket Launcher is among the most advanced in its class, capable of reaching targets up to 300 kilometres. According to the company, the system is designed to outperform existing global alternatives, making it a competitive offering for international defence markets.

The company also emphasized that manufacturing these high-tech rocket launchers will mark a first for India in terms of exporting such advanced systems.

Source: LiveMint

NIBE’s Progress in the Space Sector

In addition to its defence business, NIBE has made progress in the space technology segment. In mid-April 2025, its subsidiary Nibe Space Private Limited received approval from IN-SPACe to operate as a ‘Data Disseminator’ for Earth Observation (EO) data with a Ground Sampling Distance (GSD) greater than 30 cm. This approval officially brings the company under the national regulatory framework for space-based data, allowing it to operate legally and compliantly in the satellite imaging space.

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Financial Snapshot

NIBE is scheduled to announce its March 2025 quarter results on Tuesday, May 27. In the December quarter (Q3FY25), the company reported a revenue of ₹149 crore, marking a growth of over 137% compared to ₹62.69 crore in the same quarter last year. The net profit for the same period stood at ₹1.94 crore.

Over the past 3 years, the company’s business has grown admirably with sales and net profit growing at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 382% and 429%, respectively.

Market Value (in Crores)	CMP	High	Book Value	PE Ratio	ROE	ROCE
₹ 2,290	₹ 1602	₹ 2245	₹ 156	78.6	14.2%	15.8%

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Stock Performance

• NIBE shares closed at ₹1,525.60 on Friday last week, May 24, up 0.50% from the previous close of ₹1,517.95. Today, the stock was locked in the 5% upper circuit.
  
• Over the past five years, the stock has delivered an impressive 15,300% return.
  
• In the last one-month, the stock has gained 7.7%.
  
• NIBE hit its 52-week high of ₹2,245.40 on August 7, 2024, and its 52-week low of ₹753.05 on March 19, 2025, according to BSE data.
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NIBE’s ₹151 crore export order highlights its growing role in India’s defence manufacturing sector and global outreach. 

The company is also involved in the production of BrahMos missile canisters, which play a crucial role in the deployment and protection of these advanced supersonic cruise missiles.

With a strong focus on defence, its recent progress in space technology and upcoming quarterly results, the company remains in focus for its expanding activities.

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