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As global markets trade on a mixed note, domestic equities are expected to open on a cautious note. However, several stocks are making headlines owing to quarterly earnings, management changes, insolvency proceedings, and regulatory updates. From Varun Beverages and Larsen & Toubro to BluSmart Mobility and NTPC, here’s a comprehensive list of stocks to watch today.
Market Recap: Sensex and Nifty Close Higher
On Tuesday, benchmark indices continued their positive momentum.
The Nifty 50 closed 140 points, or 0.57% higher, at 24,821.
The BSE Sensex rose 447 points, or 0.55%, to end the day at 81,338.
Stocks To Watch Today
Varun Beverages
Varun Beverages reported a 5.1% YoY rise in consolidated net profit at ₹1,317 crore for Q1FY26, even as revenue took a hit due to unseasonal rains that impacted summer beverage demand. The figure was higher than analyst expectations, with last year’s net profit at ₹1,253 crore.
Asian Paints
Asian Paints reported a 6% YoY fall in consolidated net profit to ₹1,100 crore in Q1FY26, with revenue dipping slightly by 0.3% YoY to ₹8,939 crore.
Larsen & Toubro
Engineering giant Larsen & Toubro (L&T) delivered a strong quarter, with net profit rising 29.85% YoY to ₹3,617.19 crore. Revenue jumped 15.53% to ₹63,678.92 crore, driven by robust execution in its Projects & Manufacturing (P&M) segment.
Bank of India
Bank of India reported a 32.3% YoY increase in standalone profit to ₹2,252.1 crore. However, Net Interest Income (NII) fell 3.3% to ₹6,068.1 crore.
Other key metrics:
Provisions dropped 15.2% to ₹1,096 crore.
Gross NPA improved to 2.92% vs 3.27% (QoQ).
Net NPA declined to 0.75% vs 0.82% (QoQ).
NTPC posted a 5.85% YoY increase in standalone net profit at ₹4,774 crore in Q1FY26, up from ₹4,511 crore in Q1FY25. However, revenue declined by 4.2% YoY to ₹42,572 crore.
Procter & Gamble
In a landmark leadership transition, Procter & Gamble (P&G) announced the appointment of Shailesh Jejurikar as its next President and CEO, effective January 1, 2026. Jejurikar, 58, is currently the company’s Chief Operating Officer and will replace Jon Moeller.
GAIL
GAIL India is optimistic that global natural gas prices will soften, which would support margins. “This is actually not a normal situation in which we are experiencing that Henry Hub prices are higher. So we believe that these prices will soften,” the company said.
GAIL also unveiled a ₹12,000 crore capex plan for FY27, aimed at strengthening infrastructure and diversifying operations. GAIL is another major PSU stock that may see investor interest today.
Tilaknagar Industries
Tilaknagar Industries, a key Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) manufacturer, has approved a preferential issue of equity and warrants worth ₹2,296 crore. The funds will go toward acquiring the Imperial Blue business division and other general corporate purposes.
Reliance Infrastructure
In a development involving Reliance Infrastructure, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) deposited ₹560.21 crore with the Bombay High Court Registry in an arbitration case related to Mumbai Metro One Pvt Ltd (MMOPL).
MMOPL is a joint venture where Reliance Infra holds a 74% stake, and MMRDA owns 26%.
IRCTC
IRCTC disclosed it has received a Service Tax demand of ₹6.79 crore, related to the renting of immovable property between 2007 and 2011. The development might impact stock sentiment in the short term.
Tata Communication
Tata Communications are currently under pressure as the company has received a Rs 7,800 crore demand notice from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). The Department of Telecom (DoT) has issued a “show-cause-cum-demand notice” of nearly Rs 7,800 crore to Tata Communications over adjusted gross revenues dues (AGR), the company said in a statement.
The demand has been raise by DoT for AGR starting from 2005-06 till 2023-24, as per the note dated July 17, 2025.
“As at June 30, 2025, the company has received ‘Show Cause-cum Demand Notices’ from DoT aggregating to Rs 7,827.6 crore for financial years ranging from FY 2005-06 to FY 2023-24, which have been raised over a period of ti8me,” Tata Communications MD AS Lakshminarayan said.
Key Earnings to Watch Today
Investors should also keep an eye on companies announcing earnings today. These include:
Tata Steel
Power Grid Corporation of India
Punjab National Bank
Hyundai Motor India
InterGlobe Aviation
Indus Towers
Aster DM Healthcare
Computer Age Management Services
CESC, Greaves Cotton, HEG
Indraprastha Gas, IIFL Finance, JB Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals
KPIT Technologies, Navin Fluorine International, and Zydus Wellness
These earnings reports could bring stock-specific action and sectoral cues.
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Mixed global cues shape today’s trade setup, but domestic markets will likely witness stock-specific action led by earnings and corporate announcements. From Varun Beverages’ strong profit to BluSmart’s insolvency case and L&T’s stellar quarter, these are your top stocks to watch today.
Stay tuned for earnings, updates on regulatory decisions, and further management announcements to navigate the mid-week trading session effectively.