Blue Dart Shares Soar 9% on Tax Relief & Price Hike News

• Blue Dart Express shares jumped 9.4% on January 1st, reaching Rs 6043.20 on BSE.
• Tax authorities significantly reduced GST demand for subsidiary BDAL from Rs 4,20,78,86,561 to Rs 64,98,000, following a notice in September 2025.
• Company announced a 9-12% price hike in average shipment prices, effective January 1, 2026.
• Price adjustments are necessary due to inflationary pressures, rising airline costs, and supply chain complexity.
• Motilal Oswal gave a 'Buy' rating with a target of Rs 7900, despite the share falling 16% in 6 months.

Why It Matters: Blue Dart Express investors cheered a significant tax reduction and future price hike, boosting shares.