Stocks in News: Friday, 09 October 2026

Daily 10:00 AM IST scan. This quick report scans the current Nifty 500 universe (501 constituents) against recent corporate announcements and market headlines from the monitored feeds. Items are grouped by headline tone and are not buy or sell recommendations.

Positive Stocks in News (7)

• TCS: TCS shares jump 4% after Q2 results. What are Goldman Sachs, Nomura, others saying?. TCS shares surged after the IT major reported a 15% year-on-year rise in Q2 consolidated net profit to Rs 13,884 crore. Revenue in constant currency terms grew 0.5% quarter-on-quarter, while operating margin stood at 24%. The company declared a second interim dividend of Rs 12 per share for FY27. Also reported: Infosys, TCS, Wipro and other IT stocks rise up to 4%. Here are 3 important triggers to watch. IT stocks including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, Tech Mahindra, Coforge and Persistent Systems rose up to 4% on Friday. The gains came amid a confluence of factors, including second-quarter earnings and the US suspension of a certification programme. TCS and Wipro were among the key gainers, while midcap IT stocks also saw strong buying interest during the session. Also reported: TCS shares surge 5% aft... (Positive) Source: Economic Times Markets
• Infosys: Infosys, TCS, Wipro and other IT stocks rise up to 4%. Here are 3 important triggers to watch. IT stocks including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, Tech Mahindra, Coforge and Persistent Systems rose up to 4% on Friday. The gains came amid a confluence of factors, including second-quarter earnings and the US suspension of a certification programme. TCS and Wipro were among the key gainers, while midcap IT stocks also saw strong buying interest during the session. Also reported: TCS Q2, US Green Card program, H1B visa: Big triggers for IT stocks today - TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL | Experts' view. IT stocks today: IT stocks are likely to remain in focus following Thursday evening’s developments around H-1B visas and TCS’s September-quarter results, which marginally surpassed market expectations. Also reported: Infosys, Wipro ADRs drop 3% as Cognizant, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, HCL among IT firms susp... (Positive) Source: Economic Times Markets
• Wipro: Infosys, TCS, Wipro and other IT stocks rise up to 4%. Here are 3 important triggers to watch. IT stocks including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, Tech Mahindra, Coforge and Persistent Systems rose up to 4% on Friday. The gains came amid a confluence of factors, including second-quarter earnings and the US suspension of a certification programme. TCS and Wipro were among the key gainers, while midcap IT stocks also saw strong buying interest during the session. Also reported: TCS Q2, US Green Card program, H1B visa: Big triggers for IT stocks today - TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL | Experts' view. IT stocks today: IT stocks are likely to remain in focus following Thursday evening’s developments around H-1B visas and TCS’s September-quarter results, which marginally surpassed market expectations. Also reported: Infosys, Wipro ADRs drop 3% as Cognizant, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, HCL among IT firms susp... (Positive) Source: Economic Times Markets
• Dr Reddy: FSSAI pulls up Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science over Celevida claims. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said the product was advertised as providing high-protein support for preserving lean muscle during GLP-1/GIP therapies, commonly used in weight-loss treatment. Also reported: Dr Reddy’s Laboratories receives two observations for Andhra Pradesh facility. The US health regulator completed a Pre-Approval Inspection (PAI) at the company's FTO-11 manufacturing unit from October 5-7, Dr Reddy's Laboratories said in a regulatory filing on Thursday. Also reported: FSSAI issues notices to Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science, Amazon, Flipkart over misleading protein claims. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has sent notices to multiple firms, such as Dr Reddy's and Nestle Health Science, regarding dubious product claims. The FSSAI pointed out potentially mis... (Positive) Source: Economic Times Companies
• Kec International: KEC International shares: 51% down in 2026 but jumps 5% today after this order; can stock rise further? Experts view. KEC International shares jumped almost 5% in morning trade after the company announced it had bagged new orders worth ₹1,030 crore. Year-to-date in the calendar year 2026, the stock is down 51% compared to a 15% fall in the equity benchmark Sensex (Positive) Source: Mint Markets
• Vedanta: ₹5 dividend vs ₹34 last year: Why Vedanta's dividend payout story has fundamentally changed?. Vedanta dividend 2026: The company’s board of directors approved an interim dividend of ₹5 per equity share with a face value of ₹1 each. The total dividend payout amounts to ₹1,955 crore. (Positive) Source: Mint Markets
• Honasa Consumer: Honasa Consumer shares: 54% up in 6 months; target price ₹550 as Mamaearth stock gets BUY rating from HDFC Securities. HDFC Securities maintained its Buy rating on Honasa Consumer, setting a target price of ₹550. The brokerage cited growth at Mamaearth and The Derma Co., expanding offline reach, and the potential of younger brands. (Positive) Source: Mint Markets

Neutral Stocks in News (3)

• Itc: ITC shares in focus after Rajiv Jain-backed GQG sells stake worth Rs 9,395 crore. What’s ahead after 30% crash in 2026. ITC shares will be in focus after Rajiv Jain-backed GQG sold shares worth Rs 9,395 crore, reducing its stake amid a sharp stock decline. Cigarette tax hikes, inflation and rising oil prices weighed on performance. Investors now await quarterly earnings, while brokerages remain divided on the stock’s outlook and valuation prospects. (Neutral) Source: Economic Times Markets
• Thermax: Thermax scouts for a partner to charge up its green energy unit. Thermax has set its sights on attracting external investors to its renewable energy subsidiary, First Energy. By contemplating a major stake sale, the company aims to overcome operational challenges and elevate its performance levels. First Energy, with its 800 MW capacity, is looking to enhance service delivery, reflecting a growing inclination in the renewable energy domain for partnerships that facilitate expansio... (Neutral) Source: Economic Times Companies
• Nestle: FSSAI pulls up Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science over Celevida claims. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) said the product was advertised as providing high-protein support for preserving lean muscle during GLP-1/GIP therapies, commonly used in weight-loss treatment. Also reported: FSSAI issues notices to Dr Reddy's, Nestle Health Science, Amazon, Flipkart over misleading protein claims. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has sent notices to multiple firms, such as Dr Reddy's and Nestle Health Science, regarding dubious product claims. The FSSAI pointed out potentially misleading information related to muscle strength, immunity boosting, and energy metabolism. This can mislead consumers about true health benefits. The implicated companies are mandated to justify their claims and may enc... (Neutral) Source: Economic Times Companies

Negative Stocks in News (0)

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