Stocks to Watch Today, September 9: HUDCO, Infosys, Godrej Consumer Products, Vedanta, Railtel, IRB Infra, Quality Power

Market Opening Trend

Indian equity markets are likely to open higher on Tuesday, September 9, tracking strong global cues. The GIFT Nifty futures indicate a positive start, with the Nifty50 index expected to open about 75 points higher. Investors will be keeping a close watch on stock-specific action, as several companies have announced key business developments, deals, and earnings updates.

Here are the top stocks likely to remain in focus today:

Vedanta

Vedanta Limited, the metals and mining major, will be in focus after announcing that it has spent over ₹12,500 crore to boost metal manufacturing capacity, particularly to meet rising demand from India’s electric vehicle (EV) sector. The company produces aluminium, zinc, copper, steel, nickel, and ferrochrome, and this investment is aimed at strengthening its role in the EV ecosystem.

Infosys

Shares of Infosys are likely to see movement as the IT services giant informed exchanges that its board will consider a share buyback proposal on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The proposal, if approved, will be in accordance with SEBI’s buyback regulations. Infosys had last conducted a buyback in 2022, and this fresh consideration signals strong cash reserves amid steady deal flows.

HUDCO

Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA). Under this five-year non-binding MoU, HUDCO will provide funding support of up to ₹11,300 crore for land acquisition, housing, and infrastructure development in the Nagpur region. Additionally, HUDCO will extend consultancy services and capacity-building support to NMRDA.

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Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL)

Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) will be tracked after announcing that its Indonesian subsidiary has started construction of a new manufacturing site in Kendal, Indonesia. The move underlines GCPL’s international growth strategy and comes at a time when the FMCG sector is navigating GST-related short-term disruptions due to existing stock inventories.

IRB Infrastructure

IRB Infrastructure Developers reported a 12% YoY growth in toll revenue, collecting ₹563 crore in August 2025, compared to ₹503 crore in the same month last year. The Maharashtra-based IRB MP Expressway contributed the highest at ₹147.7 crore, followed by the Golconda Expressway in Hyderabad at ₹73.7 crore. The uptick in toll collections highlights strong traffic momentum across its projects.

Railtel

Railtel Corporation of India has received multiple orders from the Bihar Education Project Council (BEPC). The orders will expand Railtel’s role in delivering IT and connectivity solutions for government education initiatives, adding to its existing portfolio of PSU contracts.

Quality Power

Shares of Quality Power are likely to be in focus as its step-down subsidiary, ENDOKS ENERJİ ANONİM ŞİRKETİ, secured two major European orders worth around ₹75.19 crore. The orders relate to supply of FACTS systems for a steel plant, strengthening the company’s international footprint.

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Other Stocks to Track

• Prime Focus: Three Singapore-based entities sold a combined 3.8% stake worth ₹188 crore via open market transactions.
• Ujjivan Small Finance Bank: Plans to raise ₹2,000 crore in core capital over the next two years to fund expansion.
• TVS Motor Company: Announced it will pass on GST rate cuts on internal combustion engine vehicles to customers from September 22.
• Coal India (CIL): Exploring use of decommissioned mines for data centre projects, with a feasibility study underway.
• PCBL Chemical: Outlined plans to expand capacity by 50% over five years, with focus on battery chemicals as a growth driver.
• Strides Pharma: Entered into a partnership with Kenox Pharma for developing multiple nasal spray products for the US market.
• Avantel Ltd: Received an amended ₹9.88 crore order from the Department of Atomic Energy.
• Vikram Solar: To announce Q1 FY26 earnings today.

Closing Note

With upbeat global signals, domestic markets are likely to open higher, but investor focus will remain on stock-specific triggers. Vedanta, Infosys, HUDCO, IRB Infra, Railtel, and FMCG names like GCPL and Emami are expected to see heightened trading activity today.