Top Stocks and Stories to Watch Today
- GIFT Nifty signals a positive market opening despite mixed Asian cues.
- IT stocks in focus as Wipro and TCS announce major global deals.
- Adani, Zydus, M&M and Ashoka Buildcon likely to see stock-specific action.
Indian equity markets are expected to open on a positive note on Friday, November 28, 2025, with traders hoping for a second straight session of gains. Early indicators suggest a stable start, supported by firm global cues and stock-specific developments across sectors. At around 7:17 am, GIFT Nifty futures were trading 21 points higher at 26,412, pointing to a mildly positive opening for domestic indices.
Asian markets were trading on a mixed note during early hours. China’s CSI 300 index slipped 0.35 per cent, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng was marginally lower by 0.02 per cent. South Korea’s KOSPI fell 0.88 per cent, reflecting weakness in technology and export-linked stocks. Japan’s Nikkei edged down 0.07 per cent even as inflation data showed some easing. Tokyo’s headline inflation slowed to 2.7 per cent in October from 2.8 per cent in September, while core inflation stood at 2.8 per cent. Meanwhile, US markets remained closed overnight due to the Thanksgiving holiday, resulting in lower global trading volumes.
Investors will be watching several stocks today due to fresh updates, earnings announcements, and regulatory developments.
Result Announcements
Lenskart Solutions, Parsvnath Developers, and Onix Solar Energy are scheduled to announce their quarterly earnings on November 29. Market participants are likely to take positions based on expectations of growth, margins, and outlook statements from company management.
Key Stocks in Focus
Wipro is expected to draw attention after the company announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Odido Netherlands B.V. The IT major will help transform Odido’s IT systems and improve digital customer experience across both enterprise and consumer segments. The deal is seen as another win for Wipro in Europe and could strengthen its presence in the telecom technology space.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) signed a five-year agreement with software giant SAP. Under the partnership, TCS will support SAP in modernising its cloud operations and generative AI systems across the group. The move highlights TCS’s growing role in high-end digital transformation projects and could have a positive sentiment impact.
Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) introduced its new seven-seater electric SUV, the XEV 9S, priced at around Rs 20 lakh. With the EV market heating up in India, the launch strengthens M&M’s position in electric mobility and highlights its product push in the SUV segment.
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Adani Enterprises will remain in focus after its airport arm took over AGHPort Aviation Services. In another important move, the group plans to acquire a 72.8 per cent stake in the Flight Simulation Technique Centre for Rs 820 crore. The training firm operates multiple flight simulators and aircraft, supporting pilot training and aviation skill development.
Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts announced that its group company has acquired a 25 per cent stake in Sofitel The Palm FZE, a luxury property in Dubai. The deal reflects the brand’s growing global ambitions in the premium hospitality segment.
Emcure Pharmaceuticals may see pressure after the GST department conducted searches at its offices between November 24 and November 26.
Zydus Lifesciences received tentative approval from the USFDA for a diabetes drug combination, which could boost long-term exports in the US generics market.
Infrastructure players such as RVNL and Ashoka Buildcon are also in focus due to project wins and regulatory action respectively. Meanwhile, Nectar Lifesciences may see movement ahead of its board meeting on December 3 to consider a share buyback.
With corporate actions dominating the day, markets may remain stock-specific with selective buying in IT, auto, and infrastructure names.
