Blue Dart Shares Soar 9% as Tax Demand Slashed, Price Hike Announced

• Blue Dart shares surged up to 9% after tax authorities drastically reduced a tax demand and the company announced a price hike.
• The tax demand was revised from ₹421 crore to ₹64.98 lakh, plus interest and penalty, which Blue Dart accepted and paid.
• The courier service will implement a general price increase of 9-12% for shipments starting January 1, 2026.
• New customers onboarding between October 1 and December 31, 2025, will be exempt from the upcoming price hike.
• The price adjustment aims to counter inflationary pressures, rising airline costs, and invest in technology and greener logistics.

Why It Matters: Blue Dart's stock jumped due to a reduced tax burden and a strategic price increase for future growth.