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 .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- ₹8.58
- Market Cap
- ₹929.58B
- 52-Week High
- ₹12.80
- 52-Week Low
- ₹6.12
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Telecom Services
₹1,000 Invested in Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA)
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 ₹1,219 as of May 2026, representing a +21.9% 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 ₹1,253 as of May 2026, representing a +25.3% 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 ₹736 as of May 2026, representing a -26.4% 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 ₹123 as of May 2026, representing a -87.7% 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 ₹169 as of May 2026, representing a -83.1% total return.
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 19+ years (229 months), Vodafone Idea Limited (IDEA) has averaged a monthly return of +0.44% with a median return of -0.66%. The stock had 109 positive months (48%) and 119 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 +2.93% with a median return of +10.26%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is -11.23%. The stock posted gains in 10 years (53%) and losses in 9 years (47%).
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 7 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -20.26% | ₹10.76 | ₹8.58 |
| 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 10 years (53% 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: 4/4/2026