Stocks to Watch Today: Hindalco, Aditya Birla Capital, ASK Automotive, Dredging Corp, PTC India, Mankind Pharma, Karnataka Bank and Zee Entertainment (May 20, 2026)

Written by: Team Angel OneUpdated on: 20 May 2026, 1:43 pm IST
Metals, banking, pharmaceuticals, media, infrastructure and financial services stocks are expected to remain in focus today following quarterly earnings, regulatory updates and strategic developments.
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In the previous trading session, Indian benchmark indices traded cautiously as investors tracked quarterly earnings announcements, global commodity trends and company-specific developments. 

Market participants are expected to closely monitor earnings reports, regulatory approvals, acquisitions and corporate actions that could influence stock-specific movement during today’s session. 

Hindalco Industries Ltd 

Hindalco Industries will remain in focus after its subsidiary Novelis reported a consolidated quarterly loss of $84 million compared to a profit of $294 million in the corresponding period last year. The performance was impacted by fire incidents at the Oswego plant in the United States. Net sales, however, increased 4.4% year-on-year to $4,787 million. 

Aditya Birla Capital Ltd 

Aditya Birla Capital received a Certificate of Registration from the Reserve Bank of India to commence factoring business operations. The approval is expected to strengthen the company’s financial services portfolio and support business diversification. 

ASK Automotive Ltd 

ASK Automotive reported strong quarterly earnings with consolidated profit rising 24.2% year-on-year to ₹71.5 crore. Revenue surged 35% to ₹1,147.1 crore, reflecting healthy operational performance and demand growth. 

Read More: Bharat Forge Signs MoU with Andhra Pradesh to Build India’s First Private Marine Gas Turbine Facility! 

Dredging Corporation of India Ltd 

Dredging Corporation of India posted a significant turnaround in its quarterly results. The company reported a profit of ₹86.9 crore against a loss of ₹24.6 crore in the year-ago period, while revenue jumped 73.2% to ₹478.2 crore. 

PTC India Ltd 

PTC India reported a sharp decline in consolidated quarterly profit, which fell 69.3% year-on-year to ₹105.3 crore. Revenue, however, increased 33.3% to ₹3,897.5 crore during the quarter. 

Mankind Pharma Ltd 

Mankind Pharma delivered robust quarterly earnings with consolidated profit rising 31.7% year-on-year to ₹559.4 crore. Revenue increased 11.8% to ₹3,442.9 crore, supported by steady demand across product categories. 

Karnataka Bank Ltd 

Karnataka Bank reported strong quarterly performance as net profit surged 61.7% year-on-year to ₹408.2 crore. Net interest income rose 8% to ₹843 crore, while gross non-performing assets improved to 2.78% from 3.32% on a sequential basis. 

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd 

Zee Entertainment Enterprises posted a consolidated quarterly loss of ₹102.4 crore compared to a profit of ₹188.4 crore in the corresponding period last year. Revenue declined 7.3% year-on-year to ₹2,024.8 crore. 

Other Stocks in Focus 

Stocks such as Bharat Petroleum CorporationTridentBorosilOrkla IndiaGodawari Power and IspatPNC Infratech and J Kumar Infraprojects are also expected to witness investor attention following their latest quarterly earnings announcements. 

Conclusion 

Quarterly earnings, RBI approvals, operational updates and corporate developments are likely to drive stock-specific action in today’s trading session as investors assess the financial performance and growth outlook of companies across sectors. 

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Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation or investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.  

Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing. 

Published on: May 20, 2026, 8:10 AM IST

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