India's Travel Boom: Anand Rathi Backs IndiGo, Chalet, Ixigo for Explosive Growth

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CNBC TV18•05-01-2026, 15:30
India's Travel Boom: Anand Rathi Backs IndiGo, Chalet, Ixigo for Explosive Growth
- •India's travel and tourism sector is projected to grow 10-12% annually, significantly outpacing GDP, driven by rising disposable incomes and government initiatives.
- •Anand Rathi's Shobit Singhal highlights ₹1 lakh crore consumer savings and infrastructure push (160+ airports) as key growth catalysts.
- •IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation) is a market leader with 63-65% domestic share, a massive 900-plane order, and strong international expansion, boasting global-leading EBITDA margins.
- •Chalet Hotels is favored for its valuation, strong metro presence, planned room expansion, and high-margin annuity business, despite the hotel industry's upcycle.
- •Ixigo, a leader in online train bookings, is poised for margin improvement by expanding its presence in buses, airlines, and potentially hotels.
Why It Matters: India's travel sector is set for robust growth, with IndiGo, Chalet Hotels, and Ixigo positioned as top investment picks.
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