On 22 May 2025, both the Nifty 50 (up by 243.45 points) and the Sensex (up by 769 points) closed in the red. This rally can be credited to positive global cues and strong domestic corporate performance. Among the major sectors, Information Technology, Healthcare, and FMCG showed gains, while Banking, Metals, and Oil & Gas also contributed to the positive momentum.
Looking ahead, market analysts are closely monitoring the upcoming quarterly results and potential policy changes that could influence market sentiment. Here are details on five stocks worth tracking in the coming week.
Five Stocks to Watch in the Coming Week
Here are the five stocks whose performance on the price chart is worth tracking:
Bharat Electronics Ltd [NSE: BEL]
Bharat Electronics has witnessed a significant rally following an upbeat outlook and target price upgrade from brokerages. The upgrade comes on the back of robust Q4 performance and a strong growth outlook. On a consolidated basis, BEL’s net profit jumped 18.36% to ₹2,127.04 crore on a 6.83% rise in revenue from operations to ₹9149.59 crore in Q4 FY25 over Q4 FY24.
As of 1 April 2025, BEL’s order book stood at ₹71,650 crore, including $359 million in export orders. For FY26, the company anticipates fresh orders worth ₹27,000 crore, excluding the QRSAM order pegged at ₹30,000 crore, expected to be finalised around Q4 FY26.
Key details of Bharat Electronics stocks:
| Parameter | Value |
| Closing Price (as of 23 May 2025) | ₹383.80 |
| Trading Volume | 3,76,64,620 |
| Company Type | Largecap |
| Market Cap | ₹2,80,549 crores |
| Beta | 1.65 |
ITC Ltd [NSE: ITC]
ITC shares gained momentum after the company reported an impressive 290% year-on-year increase in Q4 PAT to ₹19,562 crore. Revenue from operations (excluding excise duty) was at ₹17,248.21 crore in the March quarter of FY25, up 9.26% year on year. The company’s EBITDA improved by 2.46% year-on-year to ₹5,986 crore in Q4 FY25.
The FMCG segment reported a 5.06% year-on-year growth in revenue to ₹13,894.24 crore despite subdued demand conditions. The revenue from Cigarettes rose by 5.99% YoY to ₹8,399.61 crore. The Agri-Business segment posted a 17.68% year-on-year rise in revenue to ₹3,649.16 crore, driven by strong performance in leaf tobacco and rice exports. The Board has approved a final dividend of ₹7.85 per share for FY25.
Key details of ITC stocks:
| Parameter | Value |
| Closing Price (as of 23 May 2025) | ₹435.80 |
| Trading Volume | 1,85,36,793 |
| Company Type | Largecap |
| Market Cap | ₹5,45,991 crores |
| Beta | 0.63 |
Canara Bank [NSE: CANBK]
Canara Bank has been on an upward trajectory, rising for several consecutive sessions. The stock is showing strength even amid market volatility. Canara Bank has risen around 13.09% in the last month, while the Nifty Bank index has risen around 4.99% in the same period.
The trading volume in the stock stood at 369.11 lakh shares, compared to the daily average of 349.03 lakh shares in the last month. This increased volume indicates growing investor interest in the banking stock, possibly due to its relatively low PE ratio compared to peers.
Key details of Canara Bank stocks:
| Parameter | Value |
| Closing Price (as of 23 May 2025) | ₹107.21 |
| Trading Volume | 1,61,55,449 |
| Company Type | Midcap |
| Market Cap | ₹97,246 crores |
| Beta | 1.57 |
IDFC First Bank [NSE: IDFCFIRSTB]
IDFC First Bank has recently allotted 40,05,499 equity shares of the face value of ₹10 each to eligible employees upon exercise of stock options vested with them under the ‘IDFC FIRST Bank – ESOS.’ After the allotment, the issued and paid-up equity share capital for the bank has increased from ₹73,26,58,78,890 to ₹73,30,59,33,880.
This corporate action highlights the bank’s ongoing employee incentive programs and could potentially impact stock liquidity in the short term. Investors are watching for any strategic announcements from the management regarding business expansion plans or technological initiatives.
Key details of IDFC First Bank stocks:
| Parameter | Value |
| Closing Price (as of 23 May 2025) | ₹67.09 |
| Trading Volume | 1,26,82,630 |
| Company Type | Midcap |
| Market Cap | ₹49,154 crores |
| Beta | 1.06 |
Max Financial Services [NSE: MFSL]
Max Financial Services reported a net profit of ₹31.31 crore in the quarter ended March 2025, a major improvement when compared to the net loss of ₹44.05 crore during the previous quarter ended March 2024. However, sales declined 16.87% to ₹12,375.76 crore in the quarter ended March 2025 as against ₹14,887.50 crore during the previous quarter ended March 2024.
For the full year, net profit declined 3.78% to ₹327.21 crore in the year ended March 2025 as against ₹340.08 crore during the previous year ended March 2024. Sales declined 0.23% to ₹46,468.91 crore in the year ended March 2025 as against ₹46,575.62 crore during the previous year ended March 2024.
Key details of Max Financial Services stocks:
| Parameter | Value |
| Closing Price (as of 23 May 2025) | ₹1,470.00 |
| Trading Volume | 53,51,992 |
| Company Type | Midcap |
| Market Cap | ₹50,731 crores |
| Beta | 0.66 |
Final Words
The Indian stock market continues to exhibit mixed trends amid global economic uncertainties and domestic corporate performance. The stocks highlighted above have demonstrated notable movements based on recent financial results and corporate developments. Investors must undertake extensive research and analysis before making investment decisions.
Market performance in the coming days will depend on various factors, including global market cues, foreign institutional investor activity, and further quarterly results announcements. Remember, all stocks are subject to market risks, and their performance is influenced by macroeconomic factors, sectoral dynamics, and company-specific developments.
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