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GST 2.0 launches with new tax slabs, Gift Nifty signals weak start, TCS, Infosys, HUDCO, YES Bank, Vodafone Idea, SDHI, ESAF Small Finance, and SCI are key stocks to watch today.
Stocks To Watch On September 22
Stocks To Watch Today: The Indian stock market will remain in focus on Monday, September 22, as GST 2.0, a major overhaul in the country’s indirect taxation system, comes into effect today. The GST reforms are expected to boost consumption on account of cheaper products and spur lagging economic growth.
Gift Nifty traded in red in the morning at 25,325, indicating a weak or flat opening of the Indian benchmarks on Monday.
Under the GST 2.0, the government has s merged the four slabs into two main categories with an additional “sin tax” bracket:
- 5% slab — for essential goods.
- 18% slab – for most other goods and services.
- 40% slab – for luxury and sin goods such as tobacco, alcohol, betting, and online gaming.
IT stocks including Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, Wipro, HCL Tech, LTIMind Tree, and more will be in focus over the issue of H-1B annual fee.
Confidence in India received a boost as Japan’s R&I upgraded India’s sovereign rating to BBB+ with a stable outlook, enhancing its appeal to global lenders and potentially drawing higher foreign inflows.
Some stocks will be in focus due to varied reasons today:
HUDCO
The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NBCC to carry out four construction projects across India, covering Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat, and Delhi.
Yes Bank
Japanese lender SMBC’s plan to acquire nearly 25% stake in YES Bank is seen as a strong show of confidence and may also pave the way for a potential rating upgrade.
Vodafone Idea
The company clarified that it has challenged the additional AGR demands raised by the Department of Telecommunications before the Supreme Court for the period already covered under the AGR judgment. The next hearing is scheduled for September 26.
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI), India’s largest shipbuilding and heavy fabrication company, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) for a strategic investment of ₹4250 crore. The partnership is set to modernize shipyard infrastructure, strengthen domestic supply chains and build a sustainable talent pipeline for India’s maritime industry.
ESAF Small Finance
The company plans to raise funds through a preferential issue, QIP, or other routes, and will amend its memorandum of association to increase the authorised capital from Rs 600 crore to Rs 1,000 crore.
Shipping Corporation of India
Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL), and Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) to jointly acquire, own, operate, and manage vessels. These vessels will be deployed for international trade as well as coastal transportation of petroleum, petroleum products, petrochemicals, and other hydrocarbon cargoes.
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Varun Yadav is a Sub Editor at News18 Business Digital. He writes articles on markets, personal finance, technology, and more. He completed his post-graduation diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Inst…Read More
Varun Yadav is a Sub Editor at News18 Business Digital. He writes articles on markets, personal finance, technology, and more. He completed his post-graduation diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Inst… Read More
September 22, 2025, 08:30 IST
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