UBS has downgraded Bharti Airtel to 'sell' and Vodafone Idea to 'neutral', citing rich valuations and potential delays in tariff hikes.
UBS raised its price target on Bharti Airtel but slashed it for Vodafone Idea. The sector is viewed as 'priced for perfection' with no buy-rated stocks by UBS.
UBS expects a 'boring' quarter ahead for the telecom sector in fiscal 2026, with limited movement in core metrics. Bharti Airtel and Vodafone forecast modest revenue growth.
The medium-term revenue estimates for Vodafone Idea have been lowered by UBS due to ongoing funding delays, with capex forecasts also reduced.