Stocks to Watch Today: TCS, GE Shipping, Afcons Infra, Hindustan Copper and Others (August 25, 2026)

Indian equities are likely to remain focused on company-specific developments on August 25, 2026, with investors tracking acquisitions, fundraising plans, order-related developments and corporate appointments. 

Several stocks are also in focus due to offer-for-sale activity, new listings and board decisions that could influence trading sentiment during the session. 

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd (TCS) 

The board of TCS Netherlands BV, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Consultancy Services, has approved the acquisition of 100% of the equity shares of MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH from Porsche AG for an enterprise value of €320 million. Following the acquisition, Porsche AG, MHP and TCS have entered into a five-year strategic deal valued at €1.25 billion. 

Aegis Logistics Ltd 

Aegis Logistics has executed a Business Transfer Agreement worth ₹525 crore with its step-down subsidiary, Aegis Terminal (Pipavav), for the transfer of a specialised ammonia storage terminal at Pipavav Port. The terminal has a static storage capacity of 36,000 MT and will be transferred through a slump sale on a going-concern basis. 

Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd 

The board of Great Eastern Shipping Company will meet on August 27, 2026, to consider a proposal for the buyback of the company’s fully paid-up equity shares. The proposed board meeting is likely to keep the stock in focus. 

Piramal Finance Ltd 

Piramal Finance launched its Qualified Institutions Placement on August 24, 2026, with a floor price of ₹2,102.65 per share. According to reports, the QIP is expected to raise around ₹2,100 crore. 

Afcons Infrastructure Ltd 

Afcons Infrastructure has received an arbitral award of ₹335.50 crore in its favour in proceedings involving the Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority. The award is likely to remain a key focus for investors tracking the company’s project and legal developments. 

Hindustan Copper Ltd 

Hindustan Copper has opened an offer-for-sale of 2.9 crore shares on August 25, 2026, with the floor price set at ₹514 per share. The OFS will be closely watched as investors assess the supply of shares and potential impact on the stock. 

UCO Bank 

The board of UCO Bank has approved raising foreign currency funds of up to US$1 billion through the issuance of debt instruments under its Medium Term Note Programme. The proposed fundraising is aimed at strengthening the bank’s access to overseas funding. 

HEG Ltd 

The board of HEG has elevated Riju Jhunjhunwala from Vice-Chairman and Non-Executive Director to Chairman, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1, 2026. His tenure will run until August 31, 2031. The company has also appointed Neha Rajvanshi as Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel, effective September 1. 

Coal India Ltd 

Coal India has incorporated CIL Global Pte, a wholly owned subsidiary based in Singapore. The new entity will explore and develop overseas opportunities in critical mineral asset acquisitions, manage overseas investments and provide flexibility for future acquisitions. 

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Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd 

Kotak Mahindra Bank has allotted US$650 million of 5.478% senior notes due in 2031 under its US$1 billion Euro Medium Term Note Programme. The notes will be listed on India International Exchange and NSE IFSC. 

ICICI Bank Ltd 

ICICI Bank has priced US$1 billion of senior unsecured fixed-rate notes under its US$7.5 billion Global Medium Term Note Programme. Moody’s Ratings and S&P Global Ratings have assigned Baa3 and BBB ratings, respectively, to the notes. 

Brigade Hotel Ventures Ltd 

Brigade Hotel Ventures has appointed Vinay Gupta as Chief Executive Officer. He will lead the company’s management team and oversee its business operations and growth plans. 

Lenskart Solutions Ltd 

SVF II Lightbulb (Cayman), an affiliate owned by SoftBank Group, sold 4.5 crore equity shares, representing 2.58% of Lenskart Solutions’ paid-up equity, for ₹2,887.87 crore. The shares were sold at ₹641.75 apiece to a group of domestic and global investors. 

Meesho Ltd 

Y Combinator-backed entities sold 48.47 lakh shares, representing 1.05% of Meesho’s paid-up equity, for ₹969.63 crore. The shares changed hands at ₹200.01 each, with 20 global and domestic investors participating in the transaction. 

Entero Healthcare Solutions Ltd 

3P Investment Managers, owned by veteran fund manager Prashant Jain, acquired 10.88 lakh shares, representing a 2.5% stake in Entero Healthcare Solutions, for ₹104.99 crore. The shares were purchased at ₹1,377.80 apiece from Prasid Uno Family Trust. 

Shankesh Jewellers Ltd 

Shankesh Jewellers is set to list on the mainboard, making the company one of the stocks to watch during Tuesday’s trading session as investors assess its debut performance. 

Sunshine Pictures Ltd 

Sunshine Pictures is also scheduled for a mainboard listing and will remain in focus as investors track its market debut and the initial trading response. 

Conclusion 

Acquisitions, fundraising plans, corporate appointments, the Hindustan Copper OFS, arbitration awards and new listings are expected to drive stock-specific activity during Tuesday’s trading session. 

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