The US Fed has cut the key lending rates for the first time in 2025, the markets are expected to see a surge along with the government’s economic push through tax relaxation. If you’re unsure which stock to focus on, here are updates on all the stocks making headlines. You can check these stocks to stay informed about all the key developments.
Earlier on Wednesday, the NSE Nifty 50 closed the session 90 points or 0.36% higher at 25,330, while the BSE Sensex rose 313 points or 0.38% to close at 82,694.
Stocks to watch on September 18, 2025
Marico
The income tax department on Wednesday conducted a nationwide survey operation at Marico’s premises. Details of the scope of the survey were not disclosed, but the Mumbai investigation wing of the IT Department was leading the operation, it is reliably learnt. The company was not available for comment when contacted.
Yes Bank
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) has signed a definitive agreement with CA Basque Investments, a company affiliated with the Carlyle Group Inc., to acquire an additional 4.2% equity stake in YES Bank, the bank said on Wednesday. This comes after SMBC received approval from the Reserve Bank of India to acquire up to 24.99% stake in the private sector bank last month. Currently, Carlyle Group hasa 4.22% stake in YES Bank, according to data on NSE.
Waaree Energies
Waaree Energies, the promoter of Indosolar, will sell up to 61 lakh equity shares—representing 14.66% of the solar equipment maker’s paid-up capital—through an Offer for Sale (OFS) mechanism on the stock exchanges. The OFS will open for non-retail investors on September 18, 2025 (T-day) and for retail investors on September 19, 2025 (T+1 day), according to a company filing with BSE and NSE.
Cochin Shipyard
Cochin Shipyard has signed a contract with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) for dry dock and major lay-up repairs of one of its jack-up rigs. The order, valued at approximately Rs 200 crore, is expected to be executed within 12 months. The company clarified that the project does not fall under related-party transactions and that none of its promoter group companies have any interest in ONGC.
Biocon
Biocon Biologics, a subsidiary of Biocon, on Wednesday said it has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Bosaya (denosumab-kyqq) and Aukelso (denosumab-kyqq), biosimilars of Amgen’s Prolia and Xgeva, respectively.
Dixon Technologies
Dixon Technologies (India) announced plans to acquire a 51% stake in Kunshan Q Tech Microelectronics (India), a manufacturer of camera and fingerprint modules for mobile handsets, IoT devices, and automotive applications. The deal, valued at Rs 552.99 crore, will be executed through a mix of share purchase and subscription agreements.
Poonawalla Fincorp
Poonawalla Fincorp said its board has approved the allotment of 3.31 crore fully paid-up equity shares on a preferential basis to promoter Rising Sun Holdings Pvt Ltd. The shares, allotted at a floor price of Rs 452.51 per equity share including premium, aggregate to about Rs 1,499.98 crore, according to the company’s exchange filing.
JK Tyre
JK Tyre has received a rectification order for the tax penalties imposed on the company by the various state government tax authorities. In an exchange filing, JK Tyre said on Wednesday that the authorities have revised the levied penalties to the extent of 10% of the IGST, CGST and SGST amount.
BR Goyal Infrastructure
BR Goyal Infrastructure, a diversified construction and infrastructure development company, announced that its order book stood at Rs 1,442.93 crore as of August 31, 2025. Between April 1 and August 31 this year, the company secured new contracts worth Rs 434.30 crore, spanning roads, buildings, wastewater treatment projects, and toll collection contracts.
Aavas Financiers
Aavas Financiers said its shareholders have approved raising up to Rs 8,500 crore ($1.02 billion) through non-convertible debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis over the next year.