There are several stocks in the spotlight today. With major contracts, fundraisings, and expansion plans announced, investors have several options to consider. Here’s a detailed analysis-

Market recap

Indian benchmark indices ended slightly lower on October 8. The Sensex closed at 81,773.66, down 153 points (0.19%), while the Nifty settled at 25,046, down 62 points (0.25%)

Stocks to watch on October 9, 2025

TCS

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) will be in the spotlight toay, October 9, as it announces its Q2 FY26 results. Investors will also be watching for the company’s announcement of its second interim dividend for this financial year.

Tata Elxsi

Tata Elxsi has announced that its Board of Directors will meet on Thursday, October 9, to review and approve the company’s audited financial results for the quarter and half-year ending September 30

Coal India

Coal India has signed a non-binding MoU with IRCON International. The partnership aims to develop rail infrastructure for CIL and its subsidiaries. The MoU was signed in Kolkata, and it sets the stage for future collaborative projects in the logistics sector.

Solar Industries

Solar Industries India has won a major order from South Eastern Coalfields (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India. The contract, worth Rs 483 crore, is for the supply of bulk explosives over two years. The company clarified that this deal is entirely with a domestic entity and is not a related party transaction.

IRB InvIT

IRB InvIT Fund has kicked off a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) to raise Rs 3,000 crore, with an additional upsize option of Rs 250 crore. The indicative price is set at Rs 60 per unit, a 2.8% discount to the last closing. If fully subscribed, the fundraise could reach Rs 3,250 crore.

UGRO Capital

Non-banking finance company UGRO Capital approved the issuance of up to Rs 300 crore in secured NCDs. There is an option to retain an additional Rs 150 crore if oversubscribed. The decision came after the company’s Investment and Borrowing Committee meeting on October 8, 2025.

Lupin

Lupin plans to build a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Coral Springs, Florida. The plant will focus on producing critical respiratory medicines for the U.S. market. This move strengthens the company’s medicine security and enhances supply for Florida families and beyond.

GR Infraprojects

GR Infraprojects received a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for the Giridih Bypass (Tundi) road in Jharkhand. The project spans 26.672 km and is awarded on an EPC basis. The contract value is Rs 290.23 crore, with a 24-month completion timeline from the appointed date.

Senco Gold

Senco Gold posted a 6.5% YoY growth in Q2FY26 revenue. For H1FY26, revenue rose 17.8% YoY, supported by a 16% growth in retail business and 7.5% same-store sales growth (SSSG). Strong retail demand, central bank buying, and steady investment interest helped the company achieve these results despite high gold prices.