Summary:
Stocks to watch today, October 6: Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Vedanta, Trent, Marico, IndusInd Bank and others are in focus after Q2 FY27 updates, dividend plans, acquisitions, business developments, management changes and upcoming earnings announcements ahead of Tuesday's trading session.
What are the stocks to watch today, October 6?
Banking stocks will remain in focus after fresh Q2FY27 business updates. Axis Bank reported an 8.8% quarter-on-quarter and 22.7% year-on-year increase in gross advances to ₹13.84 lakh crore. Its total deposits also increased 20.7% YoY to ₹14.52 lakh crore, indicating continued balance-sheet expansion.
Kotak Mahindra Bank reported a 24.7% YoY increase in net advances to ₹5.77 lakh crore. CASA deposits increased 11.3% YoY to ₹2.49 lakh crore, while total deposits rose 23.2% YoY to ₹6.51 lakh crore. The strong credit and deposit growth will keep the stock on investors' radar.
Stocks to Watch Today: Quick Snapshot
| Stock | Key Development | Why in Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Axis Bank | Gross advances ₹13.84 lakh crore | Advances and deposits growth |
| Kotak Mahindra Bank | Net advances ₹5.77 lakh crore | Strong credit and deposit growth |
| Vedanta | Board meeting October 8 | Interim dividend consideration |
| Trent | Q2 revenue +23% YoY | Store expansion and revenue growth |
| Juniper Hotels | ₹248 crore hotel acquisition | Novotel Imagicaa acquisition |
| Narayana Hrudayalaya | Kolkata hospital agreement | Long-term hospital management |
| AWL Agri Business | Revenue +24% YoY | Q2 volume and revenue growth |
| Marico | ₹1,012.03 crore acquisition | Additional PLIX stake |
| Godrej Consumer Products | High-teens revenue growth expected | Q2 FY27 outlook |
| GAIL | New Non-Executive Director | Management update |
| IndusInd Bank | Net advances +11.2% YoY | Q2 business update |
| ICICI Prudential AMC | Board changes | Director appointment/resignation |
| Kanohar Electricals | Q2 results due | Earnings event |
| Karamtara Engineering | Q2 results due | Earnings event |
Axis Bank Q2 FY27 Business Update
Axis Bank remains in focus after reporting an 8.8% quarter-on-quarter and 22.7% year-on-year increase in gross advances to ₹13.84 lakh crore.
Total deposits increased 20.7% YoY to ₹14.52 lakh crore, pointing to continued growth in both credit and deposits.
Investors will track whether this balance-sheet expansion translates into sustained loan growth, margins and profitability when detailed financial results are released.
Kotak Mahindra Bank Reports Strong Credit Growth
Kotak Mahindra Bank reported a 24.7% YoY increase in net advances to ₹5.77 lakh crore.
CASA deposits rose 11.3% YoY to ₹2.49 lakh crore, while total deposits increased 23.2% YoY to ₹6.51 lakh crore.
The combination of credit growth and deposit expansion puts Kotak Mahindra Bank among the key banking stocks to watch.
Watch banking stocks closely today and observe the movement in stock price.
Vedanta to consider interim dividend
Vedanta will be closely watched ahead of its board meeting on October 8. The board is scheduled to consider the company's first interim dividend for FY2026-27. Vedanta has fixed October 14 as the record date for determining shareholders eligible for the dividend.
Trent reported a 23% YoY increase in standalone Q2 revenue to ₹5,788 crore, compared with ₹4,724 crore in the year-ago period. The retailer added 10 Westside and 17 Zudio stores during the quarter. Its total store count reached 1,342 as of September 30, 2026, highlighting continued expansion across its retail formats.
Juniper Hotels, Narayana Hrudayalaya announce business developments
Juniper Hotels entered into a binding MoU with Imagicaaworld Entertainment to acquire the operating Novotel Imagicaa hotel in Khopoli for ₹248 crore. The 287-room property is spread across approximately 11 acres.
Narayana Hrudayalaya also remained in focus after entering into an agreement with Mission of Mercy Hospital and Research Centre and The Assemblies of God of North India. The company will operate and manage the Kolkata-based hospital on a long-term exclusive basis. The facility has a capacity of 100 beds.
Marico, AWL Agri Business and Godrej Consumer Products in focus
AWL Agri Business reported 12% YoY volume growth and 24% YoY revenue growth in Q2FY27, driven by its Food & FMCG and Industry Essentials businesses.
Marico acquired an additional 24.09% stake in Satiya Nutraceuticals, the parent company of PLIX, for ₹1,012.03 crore. Following the transaction, Marico's holding increased to 84.09% on a fully diluted basis.
Godrej Consumer Products expects consolidated revenue growth in the high teens in Q2FY27, with underlying volume growth in the high single digits and EBITDA growth in double digits.
GAIL, IndusInd Bank and ICICI Prudential AMC
GAIL appointed Rajeev Kumar as Non-Executive Director with effect from October 1, 2026. IndusInd Bank reported 11.2% YoY growth in net advances to ₹3,62,393 crore as of September 30, 2026.
Meanwhile, ICICI Prudential AMC announced changes to its board. Sidharatha Mishra resigned as Non-Executive Director, while Anindya Banerjee was appointed Non-Executive Additional Director effective October 6.
Kanohar Electricals and Karamtara Engineering are also in focus as both companies are scheduled to announce their Q2FY27 results on October 6.
Q2 FY27 Results to Watch on October 6
Kanohar Electricals and Karamtara Engineering are also in focus as both companies are scheduled to announce their Q2 FY27 results on October 6.
Investors tracking the earnings season should watch revenue growth, margins, order books, management commentary and FY27 outlook when the results are released.
What Should Investors Watch in These Stocks?
The key triggers for October 6 include:
- Q2 FY27 banking business updates
- Loan and deposit growth
- Vedanta's upcoming interim dividend decision
- Trent's retail expansion
- Hospitality acquisitions
- FMCG revenue and volume growth
- Marico's PLIX acquisition
- Consumer-sector earnings expectations
- Bank credit growth
- Upcoming Q2 FY27 results
- Management and board changes
Frequently Asked Questions
Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Vedanta, Trent, Juniper Hotels, Narayana Hrudayalaya, AWL Agri Business, Marico, Godrej Consumer Products, GAIL, IndusInd Bank and ICICI Prudential AMC are among the stocks in focus.
Axis Bank is in focus after reporting 22.7% YoY growth in gross advances to ₹13.84 lakh crore and 20.7% YoY growth in total deposits to ₹14.52 lakh crore.
Kotak Mahindra Bank reported 24.7% YoY growth in net advances to ₹5.77 lakh crore, while total deposits increased 23.2% YoY to ₹6.51 lakh crore.
Vedanta's board is scheduled to consider its first interim dividend for FY2026-27 on October 8, 2026. The record date has been fixed for October 14.
Trent reported 23% YoY growth in standalone Q2 revenue to ₹5,788 crore and added 27 stores across Westside and Zudio during the quarter.
Marico acquired an additional 24.09% stake in Satiya Nutraceuticals, PLIX's parent company, for ₹1,012.03 crore, taking its fully diluted holding to 84.09%.
Kanohar Electricals and Karamtara Engineering are scheduled to announce their Q2 FY27 results on October 6.
