Tata Motors enters Rs 1 trillion club as shares surge

Tata Motors market cap crossed the 1 trillion rupees mark, joining what is now a 14-member club that also includes Reliance Industries, ONGC and Tata Consultancy Services. Tata Motors shares have hit a record high this year after surging 4.7 per cent as of January 9 close, adding to its 75 per cent gain in 2012.

Signs of improving sales at its unlisted unit Jaguar Land Rover and the improving economic outlook in its key China market have bolstered the auto maker's shares, analysts said.

The 1 trillion rupees market cap includes differential voting rights and common shares. Tata Motors shares are up 1.8 per cent as of 2:42 pm.