• The Daily Hints
• 22 Sep, 2025

Ø  Why did TCS and Infosys stocks fall today.?

Ø  What alternatives exist apart from H1B visa.?

Ø  Will H1B visa fee hike slow Indian IT exports.?

Ø  What is the new H1B visa fee by US government.?

Ø  When will Indian IT stocks recover from recent dip.?

Ø  How is Nifty IT index affected by Trump’s visa fee hike.?

Ø  Who are the worst hit IT companies due to visa fee hike.?

Ø  Are Indian IT stocks still good to invest in after visa hikes.?

Ø  How will $100,000 H1B visa fee affect Indian IT companies.?

Ø  What’s the impact of H1B visa fee increase on Indian IT stocks.?

The US President Donald Trump has announced a jaw-dropping one-time $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications, sending shockwaves through the Indian IT industry. This sharp increase has caused panic among investors globally, particularly impacting top IT firms like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra and others. On the day the stock markets opened following this announcement, Indian IT stocks plunged sharply, triggering millions of dollars in market value erosion.

Immediate Market Reaction and Stock Performance

As the Indian stock market opened, the Nifty IT sectoral index dropped by over 3.5% while individual IT stocks fell between 3% and 6%. Tech Mahindra suffered the biggest loss of around 5.8%, followed by Persistent Systems and Mphasis which lost over 5% each. Heavyweights like TCS, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Tech also faced stock price declines ranging from 2 to 5%.

Why the Fee Hike Matters

The unprecedented fee hike — from previous fees of around $1,000 to an enormous $100,000 — is expected to drastically increase the cost of deploying skilled Indian IT workers on-site in the US. Since the US market contributes roughly 55% to 85% of revenues for the largest Indian IT companies, the rising visa costs threaten to squeeze profit margins significantly with estimates projecting EBITDA reductions of 7-15% for key IT companies.

Broader Concerns and AI Technology Impact

Apart from visa-related challenges, the IT sector is also facing headwinds from a slowing global demand and advancements in AI technology that could reduce the need for traditional IT services. Analysts warn that IT services revenue may decline by as much as 20% over 2025-2030 and growth rates could slow to below 4%, creating lasting pressure on margins.

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Expert Opinions and Future Outlook

Market experts and brokerage firms suggest that while this fee hike could cause short-term turbulence, it might also prompt IT companies to adapt by focusing more on local recruitment in the US and diversifying their business models. They advise investors to monitor ongoing developments carefully but also recognize potential long-term opportunities as valuations adjust.

Key Takeaways for Investors

The fee hike specifically targets new H-1B visa applications, not renewals or current holders.

Mid-sized IT firms heavily dependent on fresh H-1B approvals, such as Persistent Systems and LTIMindtree, may suffer more severe impacts.

Some companies like Mphasis have bucked the trend with positive stock performance earlier this year but the current situation is causing broad-sector losses.

Nifty IT index has fallen about 22% from its record highs in December 2024, adding to sectoral concerns.

Market Reaction Snapshot (As of September 22, 2025)

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