Top stocks to watch today: The Indian stock market is expected to open higher on Friday, October 23, as indicated by GIFT Nifty. The index was trading near 22,800, up around 165 points, or 0.73%, from the previous close of Nifty futures, signalling a positive start for the domestic benchmark indices.
The Sensex and Nifty 50 extended their losing streak to a third consecutive session on Thursday, as surging crude oil prices amid escalating tensions in West Asia dampened investor sentiment. The BSE Sensex declined 460.30 points, or 0.62%, to settle at 73,249.39, while the NSE Nifty 50 fell 123.70 points, or 0.54%, to close at 22,687.65.
Several stocks are likely to remain in focus during Friday’s trading session as companies announce key corporate developments. Updates related to order wins, business performance, expansion plans and other company-specific announcements could influence individual stock movements.
Infosys, Adani Power, Tata Motors, Swiggy, Cyient, Adani Energy Solutions, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation among shares in focus on Friday.
Shares of Infosys, Adani Power, Shriram Finance, Tata Motors, Bharat Petroleum Corporation, Coforge will remain in focus as companies will report their Q2 results 2026 today.