Stocks To Watch Today: If you’re a trader or investor, Monday’s opening bell may feel a lot more exciting than usual. After weeks of uncertainty surrounding the Middle East, global markets finally have a reason to breathe easier. Reports suggest that the United States and Iran have reached an agreement to de-escalate tensions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global oil shipments. For market participants, this isn’t just another diplomatic headline; it’s a potential game-changer for risk sentiment. The immediate reaction has been hard to miss. Crude oil prices tumbled as fears of supply disruptions eased, with Brent crude falling nearly 4 per cent and WTI dropping close to 5 per cent. For a market like India, which closely watches energy prices, lower crude is often viewed as a welcome tailwind. The optimism is also evident in GIFT Nifty futures, which were trading more than 250 points higher in early trade, signalling a strong start for domestic equities. Across Asia, investors have embraced the improved mood, with South Korea’s Kospi jumping over 4 per cent, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 posted solid gains.
For traders, the focus now shifts from geopolitical worries to market momentum. Can the bulls build on Friday’s powerful rally, or will profit-booking emerge at higher levels? For long-term investors, however, easing global tensions, softer oil prices, and stronger international markets provide a constructive backdrop as the new trading week gets underway.
Stocks To Watch Today (June 15, 2026)
Vedanta Group (Special Situation)
- Vedanta Ltd: The biggest corporate action of the day will be the listing of Vedanta’s four demerged entities, Vedanta Aluminium, Vedanta Oil & Gas, Vedanta Power, and Vedanta Iron & Steel. Investors will closely track valuation discovery, liquidity trends, and market appetite for each business segment, making the group a major focus during today’s session.
Telecom & Digital Technology
- Reliance Industries: Reliance Industries may remain in focus after Jio Platforms entered the global Top 20 applicants in the latest WIPO Patent Cooperation Treaty rankings. The company has filed 6,817 patents cumulatively and secured 1,009 patent grants globally, highlighting its growing innovation capabilities and strengthening its long-term digital and technology ambitions.
Oil, Gas & Energy
- ONGC: State-owned energy major ONGC will be watched after its subsidiary, ONGC Petro additions Ltd (OPaL), approved plans to raise up to ₹4,471 crore through private placement of non-convertible debentures. The fundraising is expected to support operational requirements and future expansion initiatives across the business.
- Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL): HPCL announced a final dividend of ₹19.25 per share for FY26, with August 14 fixed as the record date. The dividend announcement may attract income-focused investors, especially amid improving sentiment in oil marketing companies following the decline in crude oil prices.
- JSW Energy: JSW Energy signed a definitive agreement to acquire Maruti Clean Coal & Power for ₹1,410 crore, adding a 300 MW thermal power asset in Chhattisgarh. The company also commissioned the 150 MW Tidong hydro project, increasing its total installed capacity to nearly 13.9 GW and reinforcing its growth strategy.
- ACME Solar Holdings: ACME Solar’s subsidiary commissioned a 33.3 MW Battery Energy Storage System project in Rajasthan. The development strengthens the company’s renewable energy portfolio and reflects the growing importance of energy storage infrastructure in India’s transition toward cleaner power generation.
Power & Infrastructure
- Power Grid Corporation of India: Power Grid emerged as the successful bidder for an inter-state transmission project supporting green hydrogen and green ammonia developments in Andhra Pradesh. The project includes a new 765/400 kV GIS substation and associated transmission infrastructure, supporting India’s expanding clean energy ecosystem.
- Ashoka Buildcon
Ashoka Buildcon received a Letter of Acceptance for developing a Gems & Jewellery Park in Raipur under the public-private partnership model. The project carries a premium value of ₹112.40 crore and further strengthens the company’s infrastructure development order book. - SEPC
Engineering and infrastructure company SEPC secured a major contract worth ₹673.32 crore from SAIL’s IISCO Steel Plant. The project relates to a 4.08 MTPA crude steel expansion programme and is expected to contribute significantly to the company’s future revenue visibility.
Mining & Metals
- NLC India: NLC India emerged as the preferred bidder for the Govindpur Vanadium, Titanium and Aluminous Laterite Block in Telangana. The development marks the company’s strategic entry into critical minerals, a segment expected to gain importance due to rising demand from clean energy and advanced manufacturing sectors.
- Steel Exchange India: Steel Exchange India received empanelment from the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority for supplying construction steel to the Amaravati Capital City project. The approval could enhance order inflows and strengthen the market presence of its SIMHADRI TMT brand.
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
- Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS): KIMS approved the preferential allotment of 77.02 lakh warrants worth ₹600 crore to its promoter group at ₹779 per warrant. The fundraising move is expected to support expansion plans, while investors will also monitor developments ahead of the Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled for July 9.
- Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories: Dr. Reddy’s launched Bosutinib Tablets 400 mg in the United States, becoming the first company to market the generic version. The product enjoys 180 days of exclusivity and could provide a meaningful boost to revenues while expanding the company’s oncology portfolio.
- Aurobindo Pharma: Aurobindo Pharma may remain under pressure after the USFDA classified the inspection of Eugia Pharma’s Telangana facility as “Official Action Indicated” (OAI). The classification follows 11 observations and could lead to increased regulatory scrutiny in the coming months.
- IPCA Laboratories: IPCA Laboratories entered into a global licensing agreement with BRL for access to a proprietary biologics delivery platform. The collaboration targets oncology and inflammatory disease treatments and may strengthen the company’s future product development pipeline.
Consumer & FMCG
- Nestle India: Nestle India clarified that it has not received the product sample linked to recent allegations regarding MAGGI noodles and stated that the complainant remains unreachable. While the company denied the claims, the stock may continue to witness sentiment-driven volatility.
- Patanjali Foods: Patanjali Foods received a major regulatory relief after the Chennai tax authority withdrew a ₹1,353 crore GST demand and penalty notice. The development removes a significant overhang and could improve investor confidence in the company’s regulatory standing.
Banking & Financial Services
- RBL Bank: RBL Bank appointed Bhavin Lakhpatwala as its Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel with immediate effect. Investors will assess the leadership transition and its implications for the bank’s operational and financial strategy going forward.
- Karur Vysya Bank: Karur Vysya Bank raised interest rates on FCNR deposits and is now offering 7 per cent per annum on US dollar deposits with tenures of three years and above. The move is aimed at attracting overseas deposits and strengthening foreign currency resources.
E-Commerce & Technology
- Meesho: Meesho announced the acquisition of Kirana Club for ₹202.08 crore in a multi-stage transaction. The acquisition aligns with the company’s strategy of deepening its presence in India’s digital commerce ecosystem and strengthening its relationship with neighbourhood retailers.
- Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services: Zaggle increased its ownership in Rivpe Technology to 100 per cent after acquiring the remaining compulsory convertible preference shares. The move provides complete control over the subsidiary and may support future integration and operational efficiency.
- Ather Energy: Ather Energy’s board approved plans to raise up to ₹1,500 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement, alongside enabling resolutions for raising another ₹1,000 crore through equity-linked instruments. Investors may weigh growth opportunities against potential dilution concerns.
Bulk Deal Watch
• Sanofi India
Nippon India Mutual Fund acquired 2.64 lakh shares of Sanofi India worth ₹83.19 crore, while HDFC Life Insurance sold 2.75 lakh shares worth ₹86.62 crore. The transaction was executed at ₹3,150 per share and will be closely monitored by institutional investors.
Corporate Action & F&O
- SMC Global Securities: The stock will trade ex-dividend today, making it an important counter for investors tracking dividend-adjusted price movements and short-term trading opportunities.
- Kaynes Technology India: Kaynes Technology remains under the F&O ban list, indicating that market-wide position limits have been exceeded. Traders should remain cautious as fresh futures and options positions are restricted until limits normalize.
Stock Market Theme Today
Falling crude oil prices, easing Middle East tensions, strong GIFT Nifty indications, and positive global market cues are expected to keep energy, infrastructure, power, capital goods, and cyclical stocks in focus throughout today’s trading session.
(With Inputs)
