Apollo Micro Systems Rockets 13% on DRDO Order Win, Hits Fresh 52-Week High

Hyderabad, August 22, 2025 – Apollo Micro Systems Limited (NSE: APOLLO, BSE: 540879) shares rocketed more than 13% today. The surge bumped the stock into the top 10 gainers’ list on the exchanges and marked a strong investor demand following the company’s announcement of new defence order successes.

What’s Fueling the Rally?

The spree of buying came after Apollo Micro Systems announced coming out as the lowest bidder for defence deals of ₹25.12 crore from the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and related defence PSUs. Market players view the transaction as consolidating Apollo’s increasing dominance in the defence-electronics space, supported by recurring possibilities from strategic and government-associated orders.

Market Reaction

The Apollo Micro Systems share price jumped from its last close of ₹205.23 to an intraday high of ₹240.00, before trading at 232.30 a fresh 52-week high (As of 2:03PM IST). With over 3.32 crore shares changing hands and a turnover of ₹755 crore, volumes jumped sharply above recent levels. The market cap of the company now stands at ₹7,659.9 crore, showing increasing institutional and retail buying. The stock has given a phenomenal rally from its 52-week low of ₹87.99 in October 2024, which is equivalent to over 160% returns in under a year.

The Bigger Picture

Analysts point out Apollo’s order pipeline, supported by government and PSU customers, gives long-term revenue visibility. The latest win, linked to DRDO, adds to its stature as a consistent defence-tech partner, while the stock’s sharp upmove indicates robust market belief in its growth story.

Established as a major player in the Aerospace & Defence electronics sector, Apollo Micro Systems develops and produces cutting-edge electronic and electro-mechanical systems for defence, space, and homeland security. Having been listed in January 2018, the Hyderabad-headquartered company has been able to command niche orders ever since, capitalising on India’s growing emphasis on indigenous defence manufacturing as well as the government’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” drive.

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