Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), India’s largest domestic institutional investor, held an equity portfolio valued at Rs 15.5 lakh crore as of the June 2025 quarter. Over the quarter, LIC made notable shifts, exiting or trimming 81 stocks while increasing its exposure to strategic sectors like defence, financial services, and technology.As of the end of the June quarter, LIC’s portfolio comprised 277 listed equities. Among these, several high-exposure holdings reflect LIC’s long-term positions across key sectors. The following highlight the top 10 stocks by LIC’s percentage holding.
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