Vodafone Idea Limited

IDEA · Communication Services

About Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA)

Vodafone Idea Limited is a Telecom Services company operating in the Communication Services sector.

IDEA trades on the Indian stock exchanges (NSE/BSE) and is classified as a large-cap stock .

Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecom Services

Key Statistics

Current Price
₹11.83
Market Cap
₹1.28T
52-Week High
₹15.79
52-Week Low
₹8.13
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecom Services

₹1,000 Invested in Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA)

1 Year
₹1,230
+23%
3 Years
₹1,085
+9%
5 Years
₹1,042
+4%
10 Years
₹211
+-79%
Since IPO
₹233
+-77%

How much would ₹1,000 invested in IDEA be worth today?

What would ₹1,000 invested in IDEA 1 year ago be worth today?

A ₹1,000 investment in Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) in 2025 would be worth ₹1,230 as of November 2026, representing a +23.0% total return.

What would ₹1,000 invested in IDEA 3 years ago be worth today?

A ₹1,000 investment in Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) in 2023 would be worth ₹1,085 as of November 2026, representing a +8.5% total return.

What would ₹1,000 invested in IDEA 5 years ago be worth today?

A ₹1,000 investment in Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) in 2021 would be worth ₹1,042 as of November 2026, representing a +4.2% total return.

What would ₹1,000 invested in IDEA 10 years ago be worth today?

A ₹1,000 investment in Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) in 2016 would be worth ₹211 as of November 2026, representing a -78.9% total return.

What would ₹1,000 invested in IDEA at IPO be worth today?

A ₹1,000 investment in Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) at IPO would be worth ₹233 as of November 2026, representing a -76.8% total return.

Monthly Returns Heatmap

Avg Monthly Return
+0.61%
Positive Months
112
48% of 235
Negative Months
122
52% of 235
Data Period
19+ years
235 months
Best Performers
Best month ever: Sep 2021 (+95.1%)
Best month on avg: November (+7.6%)
Worst Performers
Worst month ever: Jul 2019 (-43.6%)
Worst month on avg: October (-7.8%)

Over the past 19+ years (235 months), Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) has averaged a monthly return of +0.61% with a median return of -0.66%. The stock had 112 positive months (48%) and 122 negative months (52%). The best month in IDEA's history was September 2021 with a +95.1% return, while the worst was July 2019 at -43.6%. Historically, November tends to be the strongest month (averaging +7.6%), and October the weakest (-7.8%).

IDEA's longest winning streak was 9 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 9 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2020 with a cumulative return of +99.2%, and the worst was 2018 at -97.8%.

Annual Returns

Over 19 years of trading history, Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) has delivered an average annual return of +4.52% with a median return of +10.26%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is -9.72%. The stock posted gains in 11 years (58%) and losses in 8 years (42%).

IDEA's best year was 2023 with a +102.53% gain, while the worst was 2019 at -72.98%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 5, and the longest losing streak was 3 years. IDEA achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 10 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 6 years.

Avg Return
+4.52%
Best Year
2023 (+102.53%)
Worst Year
2019 (-72.98%)
Positive Years
11/19
Year Return Start End
2026 +9.94% ₹10.76 ₹11.83
2025 +35.52% ₹7.94 ₹10.76
2024 -50.37% ₹16.00 ₹7.94
2023 +102.53% ₹7.90 ₹16.00
2022 -48.53% ₹15.35 ₹7.90
2021 +44.13% ₹10.65 ₹15.35
2020 +73.17% ₹6.15 ₹10.65
2019 -72.98% ₹22.76 ₹6.15
2018 -65.09% ₹65.21 ₹22.76
2017 +45.85% ₹44.71 ₹65.21
2016 -48.01% ₹86.00 ₹44.71
2015 -6.21% ₹91.70 ₹86.00
2014 -7.62% ₹99.27 ₹91.70
2013 +61.10% ₹61.62 ₹99.27
2012 +26.12% ₹48.86 ₹61.62
2011 +18.33% ₹41.29 ₹48.86
2010 +19.81% ₹34.46 ₹41.29
2009 +10.26% ₹31.26 ₹34.46
2008 -62.15% ₹82.58 ₹31.26

Frequently Asked Questions: IDEA

What sector is IDEA in? ▼

IDEA operates in the Communication Services sector, specifically in the Telecom Services industry. This sector includes telecom companies, media firms, and interactive entertainment businesses.

How has IDEA performed historically? ▼

Over 19 years of trading history, IDEA has posted gains in 11 years (58% of the time). The best year was 2023 with a +102.5% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

How can I invest in IDEA? ▼

You can invest in IDEA through any brokerage account that offers access to Indian exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold IDEA.

Last updated: 11/1/2026