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IndiGo Share Price Target: IndiGo, the country’s largest airline by market share, continues to hold a commanding position in India’s aviation space. The carrier, operated by InterGlobe Aviation, controls about 64.4 per cent of the domestic market — a lead so wide that competition remains limited.

Domestic brokerage Anand Rathi Securities has now initiated coverage on the stock with a ‘Buy’ rating and a price target of Rs 7,000. The target, based on 10x Sep’27e EBITDA, implies further upside from the current market price of around Rs 5,812. The stock has already gained 27 per cent this year, with analysts expecting the momentum to continue.

The first half of FY26 was somewhat muted, but analysts believe that improving demand trends could support a rebound. With the festive season underway and expectations of a cut in GST rates on aviation turbine fuel, passenger traffic is expected to pick up sharply.

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Anand Rathi’s report notes that IndiGo’s cost-efficient model and cash strength put it in a strong position to capture this revival. The brokerage believes the airline’s growth story remains intact despite short-term margin pressures.

In global aviation, the top few players usually corner most of the market. IndiGo has achieved something similar in India, where its scale and efficiency give it a near-monopoly position. The airline operates around 416 aircraft and has orders for another 910, ensuring capacity addition over the next few years.

Daily operations exceed 2,200 flights, covering over 90 domestic and 40 international destinations, making it one of Asia’s busiest low-cost carriers.

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As of June 30, 2025, IndiGo held a free cash flow of Rs 34,801 crore and total cash reserves of Rs 49,405 crore. Total debt stood at Rs 68,488 crore, including lease liabilities. Despite the leverage, liquidity remains comfortable.

Institutional investors have continued to raise their stakes. FII ownership climbed to 28.44 per cent in the September 2025 quarter, while DII holding rose to 24.58 per cent. Promoters currently hold 41.58 per cent, and mutual funds own about 17.2 per cent of the airline.

The stock touched a 52-week high of Rs 6,225 in August and a low of Rs 3,945 earlier this year. It has gained 44 per cent over one year and more than 230 per cent in three years, reflecting investor faith in IndiGo’s steady execution.

Anand Rathi expects margins to stay around 25–26 per cent, supported by lower fuel and rental costs. The brokerage said the airline’s international expansion, combined with stable domestic demand, makes IndiGo one of the most dependable long-term stories in the aviation sector.

Senior Sub-editor at Zee Business English

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Shweta Birendra Shukla is a journalist covering the stock market and corporate aff