Stock To Watch Today: On April 8, 2026, the US and Iran agreed to a ceasefire of two weeks, leading to equity markets in India expected to open higher than usual on the day. Globally, this news has improved the mood for investors, resulting in larger than expected gains from domestic benchmarks whereas the trading was up larger than expected. The GIFT Nifty futures were quoted at 23,842 at 07:15 AM, up 704.50 points or 3.04%. There is a large increase in Asian equity markets as well; South Korea’s KOSPI was up 5.5%; Japan’s Nikkei 225 gained 4.7% and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng gained by 4%.
Top Stocks to Watch Today, April 8, 2026
- Infosys
- GAIL
- Aurobindo Pharma
- Aditya Birla Real Estate
- Muthoot Finance
- Swan Defence and Heavy Industries
- SRF
- Ashiana Housing
- Biocon
- Prostarm Info Systems
Infosys
Infosys has entered a strategic partnership with AI platform company Harness to enhance agentic AI-led software delivery and the collaboration targets downstream engineering tasks like testing and deployment, aiming to boost productivity across global enterprise operations.
GAIL
GAIL signed a long-term LNG charter agreement with Alpha Gas, Greece and the vessel Energy Fidelity with a 174,000 cubic metre capacity, will import LNG from the US and Russia, strengthening India’s energy security.
Aurobindo Pharma
The USFDA approved Aurobindo’s Dapagliflozin and Metformin hydrochloride extended-release tablets in multiple strengths (5 mg/500 mg, 5 mg/1000 mg, 10 mg/500 mg, 10 mg/1000 mg). These are bioequivalent to AstraZeneca’s Xigduo XR, manufactured at APL Healthcare’s Unit IV.
Rate Sensitives
Rate-sensitive sectors including banks, finance, automobiles and real estate, which are in focus amid the RBI monetary policy decision. Analysts expect interest rates to remain at 5.25%, supporting both growth and liquidity management.
Aditya Birla Real Estate
Birla Estates and Birla Arika Phase 2 project in Gurugram achieved bookings exceeding ₹1,600 crore in just one month and 152 of 156 units sold, reflecting strong demand in the luxury segment.
Muthoot Finance
Muthoot Finance’s board will meet April 10 to consider an interim dividend for FY26 and drawing attention from investors seeking steady returns.
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries
Swan Defence received an order worth ₹1,500–3,000 crore from Energy ONE for four dual-fuel ammonia bulk carriers and the first such ships in India, with the first delivery scheduled for October 2029.
SRF
The Income Tax Department issued a technical order adding ₹30.54 crore to SRF’s taxable income, but a ₹327.44 crore demand arose due to a clerical error and rectification is underway.
Ashiana Housing
Ashiana Housing recorded a 32% YoY jump in area booked (11.19 lakh sq ft) and a 124.4% increase in sales value to ₹1,289.7 crore in Q4FY26.
Biocon
Biocon launched Bosaya and Aukelso in the US, approved by the USFDA in September 2025, for bone-related treatments.
Prostarm Info Systems
Prostarm signed an MoU with Shenzhen Topband for Battery Energy Storage System co-manufacturing with a $10 million minimum commitment over 18 months for utility-scale projects.
Clean Max Enviro Energy
The company commissioned a 185 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Gujarat and offsetting 3.61 lakh tonnes of COâ‚‚ annually and supplying power to 17 corporate clients.
US-Iran Ceasefire Developments
- Two-week pause on strikes announced by Trump
- Brokered via Pakistan and described as double-sided truce
- Strait of Hormuz to remain fully open for maritime traffic
- Diplomatic talks begin April 10 in Islamabad
- Israel reportedly aligns with temporary truce
Crude Oil Crashes & Its Impact on Market
- WTI Crude fell from $117.63 to $91.05 (-$26 per barrel)
- Brent Crude dropped to $92–$95 per barrel
- Relief for energy-importing economies like India
- Gold steady at $4,646.69/oz while silver softened
- Asian & European markets surged and Dow futures +900 points
Key Factors for RBI
- Crude oil remains above $100 despite recent drop
- Indian Rupee trading near 92.85–93.06/USD
- FII outflows of $16.6 billion adding pressure on markets
Market Outlook: What Investors Should Watch
- Rate-sensitive sector performance post-RBI policy
- Reaction of IT and pharma majors to global cues
- Infrastructure and real estate booking trends
- Crude oil price stability and its effect on equities
- Global geopolitical developments including US-Iran ceasefire
FAQ’s: Stock To Watch Today
Q: Which stocks are expected to perform well today, April 8, 2026?
A: Infosys, Aurobindo Pharma, GAIL, Aditya Birla Real Estate, Muthoot Finance and other rate-sensitive stocks are expected to see activity.
Q: How has the US-Iran ceasefire impacted Indian markets?
A: The two-week ceasefire boosted investor sentiment, leading to a sharp rise in Sensex and Nifty futures and spurred gains in IT, pharma and rate-sensitive sectors.
Q: What is the significance of crude oil crashing for Indian stocks?
A: Crude oil prices fell over 15%, providing relief for energy-importing sectors, lowering input costs and improving the outlook for domestic equities.
Q: Why are rate-sensitive sectors in focus today?
A: Banks, finance companies, real estate, and automobiles are sensitive to interest rates especially with the RBI’s monetary policy meeting expected to maintain rates at 5.25%.
Q: What key events should investors watch today in India?
A: Investors should track RBI policy updates, IT and pharma stock movements, crude oil price trends, real estate bookings and global cues like the US-Iran ceasefire.
Disclaimer: This article provides market analysis and news updates; it is not financial advice and does not replace professional guidance.
