Stocks To Buy or Sell Today, September 1, 2026: ITC, HDFC Bank and ONGC Among Shares That May Remain in Focus on Tuesday
Domestic markets closed lower on Monday, August 31, amid West Asian tensions, with the Sensex dropping 307.24 points to 76,957.27. As trading opens today, September 1, key stocks in focus include ITC, PVR Inox, HDFC Bank, ONGC, Cipla, and Milky Mist due to recent corporate developments and earnings updates.
Domestic stock markets closed lower on Monday, August 31, due to selling in utilities, IT, and FMCG sectors, driven by rising crude oil prices from West Asian tensions. The BSE Sensex fell 307.24 points, or 0.40 per cent, to settle at 76,957.27, while the NSE Nifty dropped 95.25 points, or 0.39 per cent, to end at 24,080.40. That said, stocks of several companies will be in focus today, September 1, as the stock market opens for business.
Investors and traders will be looking forward to buying and selling stocks during Tuesday's trading session. As investors and stock market enthusiasts prepare for buying and selling shares, scroll below to know the names of stocks that are expected to be in the spotlight during today's rading session. According to a report in CNBC TV18, shares of ITC, PVR INOX Ltd, HDFC Bank, ONGC, Cipla Ltd, and Milky Mist Dairy Food are among the list of stocks to watch out for today, August 6. Scroll below to why the above-mentioned stocks are in focus. Stock Market Holidays in August 2026: Full List of NSE and BSE Closures.
ITC Limited (NSE: ITC)
ITC Infotech has entered into an agreement to acquire a 22.106 percent stake in Happiest Minds Technologies from its promoter group, which includes founder Ashok Soota and Ashok Soota Medical Research LLP. This major transaction signals a substantial shift in the shareholding and ownership framework of the Bengaluru-headquartered IT services firm.
PVR INOX Limited (NSE: PVRINOX)
The leading multiplex chain operator has greenlit a share buyback proposal to repurchase up to 20,68,965 fully paid-up equity shares at a price of INR 1,450 per share. The total outlay for this buyback program is capped at INR 300 crore.
HDFC Bank Limited (NSE: HDFCBANK)
ICICI Bank is rapidly narrowing the valuation gap with HDFC Bank in the race to become India’s premier lender. On Monday, the difference in market capitalization between the two banking giants shrank to INR 49,167 crore - a sharp contraction from the INR 4.17 lakh crore gap recorded prior to the sudden exit of HDFC Bank chairman Atanu Chakraborty.
Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Limited (NSE: ONGC)
State-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has earmarked a capital expenditure outlay exceeding INR 30,000 crore for the fiscal year. The aggressive spending plan is aimed at accelerating revenue growth, expanding its natural gas footprint, and strengthening operations across the entire energy value chain.
Cipla Limited (NSE: CIPLA)
The firm has entered into a licensing agreement with China's Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group (CTTQ) to secure exclusive rights for developing and commercialising an experimental HER2-targeted cancer drug across India, South Africa, and five other emerging markets.
Milky Mist Dairy Food Limited (NSE: MILKYMIST)
The leading dairy products manufacturer reported an exponential 829 percent year-on-year surge in net profit, reaching INR 65 crore for the first quarter compared to INR 7 crore during the corresponding period last fiscal. Stock Market Holidays in September 2026: Full List of NSE and BSE Closures.
As trading gets underway, market participants are expected to closely monitor these developments alongside broader macroeconomic trends, particularly crude oil movements and geopolitical signals from West Asia. With key corporate maneuvers, strategic investments, and robust earnings updates driving individual stock momentum, stock-specific action will likely dictate market direction through the upcoming sessions.
(Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is based on news reports and is not intended as investment advice. Investing in stocks involves risk. LatestLY advises its readers to consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.)
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