Stocks to Watch on Dec 19, 2025: HCLTech, Reliance, Bharti Airtel, IndiGo & More in Focus

Indian equity markets are set to open on a positive note on Friday, December 19, after enduring four straight sessions of declines. The Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to rebound, supported by improved global sentiment. Asian markets followed overnight gains on Wall Street, where easing US inflation data boosted hopes of potential Federal Reserve rate cuts, while reduced concerns around technology stocks further lifted investor confidence.

Early signals from Gift Nifty also suggest a strong start for domestic indices. Gift Nifty was trading around 25,933, up nearly 60 points or 0.24% over the previous close of Nifty futures, indicating a recovery-led opening for the Indian stock market.

HCLTech

HCLTech has agreed to acquire Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s telecom solutions business for about $160 million in an all-cash deal. The acquisition is aimed at strengthening HCLTech’s capabilities in the telecom domain, with a particular focus on supporting 5G network transformation and next-generation communication technologies.

BPCL

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited has received board approval to form a joint venture with Coal India. The proposed JV will focus on setting up a coal gasification project at Western Coalfields in Maharashtra, aligning with efforts to diversify energy sources and enhance domestic fuel security.

IndiGo

InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, said its senior leadership, including CEO Pieter Elbers, will travel across the airline’s network to engage directly with employees. The initiative aims to understand on-ground challenges, gather feedback, and strengthen internal systems as part of efforts to rebuild and enhance organisational processes.

Bharti Airtel

Bharti Airtel’s board has approved key leadership changes effective January 1, 2026. Gopal Vittal, currently Vice Chairman and Managing Director, will take on the role of Executive Vice Chairman, while Shashwat Sharma, presently CEO-designate, will be appointed Managing Director and CEO of Airtel India for a five-year term.

Adani Ports

The Ahmedabad bench of the National Company Law Tribunal has approved the first phase of the proposed merger of Adani Harbour Services Limited with its parent company, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited. The approval marks progress in the group’s ongoing corporate restructuring plans.

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki India announced that cumulative production of its WagonR model has crossed 3.5 million units since its launch in December 1999. Spanning three generations, the WagonR joins the Alto and Swift as one of the company’s highest-selling models to date.

Reliance Industries

Reliance Consumer Products Limited, the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries, has acquired a majority stake in Udhaiyams Agro Foods for an undisclosed consideration. The acquisition is part of Reliance’s strategy to expand its presence in the packaged food and consumer products segment.

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Conclusion

Overall, Indian equity markets are set for a positive start, supported by selective stock-specific triggers. The latest updates from stocks such as HCLTech, BPCL, IndiGo, Bharti Airtel, and more highlight active strategic actions across sectors, aimed at strengthening growth, efficiency and market leadership.

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