Railway Stocks Soar Up To 10% As New Passenger Fares Kick In

• Railway-linked stocks like RVNL, IRFC, Jupiter Wagons, and IRCTC surged up to 10% on December 26.
• The rally followed the implementation of revised passenger train fares, the second hike in 2025.
• Fares increased for ordinary and mail/express trains, with graded revisions for non-AC and a uniform 2 paise/km for mail/express.
• The hike aims to boost Indian Railways' financial sustainability while maintaining affordability.
• Investor optimism is also fueled by expectations of a record Rs 1.3 trillion allocation for rail safety in Union Budget 2026–27.

Why It Matters: Railway stocks jumped significantly after new passenger fares took effect, boosting financial outlook and investor confidence.