Trent and BEL to Join Sensex: Key Changes Across BSE Indices from June 23, 2025
Sensex has given 8.37 per cent returns in the last 12 months while on a YTD basis it is up by 4.09 per cent.
In a significant reshuffling of benchmark indices, Asia Index Pvt. Ltd., a joint venture between S&P Dow Jones Indices and BSE, has announced that Trent and Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL) will be added to the 30-stock BSE Sensex index, replacing IndusInd Bank and Nestle India. This change will take effect at the start of trading on June 23, 2025.
The inclusion of Trent, a Tata Group retail arm, and BEL, a major defence PSU, underscores the growing investor interest in consumer and defence themes amid structural shifts in India’s economy. The update is expected to trigger capital flows from mutual funds and ETFs that track the Sensex, as they realign their holdings in line with the new composition. BEL has recently gained attention due to its strong order book, Quarterly Results, and consistent dividend payouts, while Trent’s stock has delivered multibagger returns over the past year.
IndusInd Bank’s exclusion comes in the wake of corporate governance issues and internal fraud allegations involving a former employee. The stock has declined over 45 per cent over the past year, with concerns weighing on investor sentiment. Nestle India’s exit, although surprising, may reflect the index committee’s preference for more diversified or growth-oriented Large-Cap sectors.
Significant changes are also slated across other key indices. The BSE 100 Index will see Dixon Technologies, Coforge, and Indus Towers included, while Bharat Forge, Dabur India, and Siemens are set to exit. These developments highlight the rise of technology and telecom infrastructure in India's market landscape.
In the Sensex 50 Index, InterGlobe Aviation, which operates the airline brand IndiGo, will replace Britannia Industries, while Shriram Finance will take the place of Hero MotoCorp. Meanwhile, the Sensex Next 50 Index will induct Britannia Industries, Dixon Technologies, Coforge, Hero MotoCorp, and Indus Towers, as it bids farewell to InterGlobe Aviation, Shriram Finance, Bharat Forge, Dabur India, and Siemens.
A notable reshuffle will also take place in the BSE Bankex Index, where IDFC First Bank will replace Canara Bank, reflecting the growing influence of private sector banks in the banking sector.
Such rebalancing exercises typically lead to temporary volatility and increased trading volumes as funds adjust their portfolios. Investors closely track these changes for insights into sectoral preferences and potential opportunities in the Mid-Cap and large-cap space.
Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.