Stocks to Watch on August 29, 2025: Reliance Industries, NTPC, Jio Financial Services and More in Focus

On August 28, Indian markets ended lower for the second day in a row. The Sensex decreased by 705.97 points (0.87%) to 80,080.57, while the Nifty decreased by 211.15 points (0.85%) to 24,500.90.

Here are stocks to watch today: 

Reliance Industries

Reliance is in focus today as it holds its 48th Annual General Meeting at 2 PM, where Mukesh Ambani will address over 44 lakh shareholders. Investors are expecting key updates on energy, telecom, digital businesses, and possible news about the Jio IPO.

Jio Financial Services

Jio Financial’s NBFC loan book jumped to ₹11,665 crore in Q1FY26 from just ₹217 crore a year ago. CEO Hitesh Sethia highlighted Reliance’s ecosystem for future growth. Its JioBlackRock mutual fund venture also raised over ₹17,800 crore through two schemes.

NTPC

NTPC announced changes in transferring its coal mining business to its subsidiary NTPC Mining Limited. The coal unit generated ₹7,735 crore last year, about 4% of NTPC’s revenue, with a net worth of ₹3,150 crore.

CG Power

CG Power launched its first semiconductor assembly and testing facility in Sanand, Gujarat, through subsidiary CG Semi Private Limited. This makes CG one of India’s early full-service OSAT providers.

Muthoot Finance

Muthoot Finance has invested ₹500 crore in its subsidiary Muthoot Money Limited, issuing 3.25 lakh equity shares.

Lemon Tree Hotels

Lemon Tree Hotels signed an agreement to open a new property in Dehradun. The hotel will feature 98 rooms, a restaurant, a lounge, conference facilities, a swimming pool, and a gym.

Also Read: Adani Group Records Strong Q1 FY26 Performance with EBITDA Crossing ₹90,000 Crore!

Infosys

Infosys and Mastercard partnered to integrate Mastercard Move with Infosys Finacle. This will make cross-border payments easier, covering 200 countries and 150 currencies.

Conclusion

From Reliance’s AGM and Jio Financial’s rapid growth to NTPC’s coal transfer and Infosys’s fintech tie-up, today’s market action will be shaped by these key corporate updates.

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