Several listed companies, including state-owned firms and private sector majors, were in focus following a series of corporate announcements. These developments cover higher sales volumes, fund-raising approvals, fresh order inflows, regulatory updates from global watchdogs, and technology partnerships. Here’s a list of the key stocks that are likely to be in focus today, December 15.
Market recap
The Indian stock market ended the session on a positive note on Friday, December 12. The BSE Sensex climbed 449 points to settle at 85,267.66, while the Nifty 50 also advanced, closing at 26,046.95 after gaining 148 points during the day.
Stocks to watch today, December 15, 2025
SAIL
State-owned Steel Authority of India, commonly known as SAIL, reported higher steel sales during the April to November period of the current financial year. The company sold 12.7 million tonnes of steel, showing a 14% increase compared to the same period last year.
JSW Energy
JSW Energy said its board has approved a plan to raise up to Rs 10,000 crore through various routes such as qualified institutional placement, private placements, or other permitted methods. Along with this, the board also approved a preferential allotment of equity shares to a promoter group entity at a fixed price.
Bharat Electronics
Bharat Electronics, a Navratna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, said it has received additional orders worth Rs 776 crore since mid-November. The contracts cover a wide range of defence and communication systems, including counter-drone solutions, radios, avionics, and security software.
Wipro
Wipro announced that it has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud. As part of the arrangement, Wipro will use Gemini Enterprise, an artificial intelligence tool, across its internal operations.
KEC International
KEC International announced that it has secured new orders worth Rs 1,150 crore, the highest ever for its India transmission and distribution business. The contracts include work related to high-voltage power transmission lines and substations. The company also received an additional order in its civil construction segment linked to a thermal power project.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories informed stock exchanges that it has received a Form 483 from the United States Food and Drug Administration, also known as the US FDA. The observations followed an inspection at the company’s formulation manufacturing unit in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. The inspection, conducted between December 4 and December 12, covered manufacturing practices and product approval checks. The company stated that it will respond to the five observations within the given timeframe.
Aurobindo Pharma
Aurobindo Pharma reported that the United States Food and Drug Administration has completed its inspection of one of its active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing units in Telangana. The inspection was carried out at the facility operated by its wholly owned subsidiary, Apitoria Pharma Private Limited. The company did not report any enforcement action at this stage, and further regulatory steps will be tracked by the market.
Paytm
One 97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, said it has invested an additional Rs 2,250 crore into its wholly owned subsidiary, Paytm Payments Services Limited. The investment was made through a rights issue and completed on December 12. The move comes as the payments business continues to adjust to regulatory and operational requirements.
Afcons Infrastructure
Afcons Infrastructure, a company from the Shapoorji Pallonji Group, said it has received an arbitration award related to its work on the Chenab railway bridge project. The award, valued at Rs 243.52 crore, was issued by an arbitral tribunal and formally received on December 11. The company stated that the award is expected to support its financial position once implemented.