Food delivery platform Swiggy's shares soared to an all-time high during Tuesday's trading session, gaining 9.4% to touch ₹542.10 on the BSE. The surge follows the company's announcement of scaling its 10-minute food delivery service, Bolt, to over 400 cities and towns across India. Investors showed confidence ahead of Swiggy's September quarter results, slated for release later in the day.
At 9:44 AM, Swiggy's share price stood at ₹512.5, up 3.46%, with the BSE Sensex rising modestly by 0.18% to 80,391.71. The company's market capitalisation reached ₹1,14,720.42 crore. The stock's 52-week range spanned from a low of ₹390.7 to its newly recorded peak of ₹542.10.
Milestones drive investor optimism
The rapid expansion of Bolt, Swiggy's 10-minute food delivery service, has fueled enthusiasm. Initially available in major metros like Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Chennai, Bolt now caters to Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities such as Warangal, Shillong, and Patna. Over 40,000 restaurants are participating in the program, offering customers a wide selection of more than 10 lakh items.
The "Bolt - food in 10 mins" feature has been prominently displayed on Swiggy's app, facilitating easy access for users nationwide. This milestone underscores Swiggy's commitment to enhancing customer experience through innovation, further solidifying its position in India's competitive food delivery market.
Strong September quarter expectations
Analysts at JM Financial Institutional Equities predict Swiggy will report notable improvements in key metrics. In the food delivery segment, Swiggy is expected to achieve 6% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) growth, surpassing Zomato's 5%. Profitability in the segment is also projected to improve significantly, with operating leverage and reduced platform discounts contributing to margins.
In its quick commerce arm, Instamart, gross order value (GOV) is forecasted to grow by 15% QoQ, while losses are anticipated to narrow due to increased operational efficiency. These factors make Swiggy a compelling choice for those looking to invest in stocks tied to India's burgeoning digital economy.
Post-IPO performance
Swiggy, which debuted on the stock market on November 13, 2024, has consistently outperformed the BSE Sensex. The shares have risen 8.6% since listing, compared to the Sensex's 3.2% growth during the same period. Swiggy's consistent growth trajectory and expansion strategies make it a promising prospect for those considering share market investment opportunities.
Investors will be keenly watching Swiggy's September quarter results and management commentary for insights into the company's profitability outlook across its food delivery and quick commerce businesses.
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