Top 5 Defensive Stocks to Buy in March 2025

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL)- A leader in FMCG, offering essential products with a 12% revenue CAGR over five years, ensuring steady growth.

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ITC Limited- A diversified conglomerate with strong FMCG brands, showing a 15% YoY profit growth, appealing to income-focused investors.

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Nestlé India Limited- Renowned for brands like Maggi and Nescafé, it boasts a 14% EPS CAGR over five years, reflecting robust financial health.

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Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories- A global pharmaceutical company with an 18% revenue growth, emphYoY asizing generic drugs and biosimilars, ensuring long-term prospects.

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Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd.- Operating in utilities with an 85% EBITDA margin, it offers stable cash flows and a 5.1% dividend yield

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