Stocks to Monitor: Varun Beverages, Asian Paints, L&T, and NTPC, along with 8 more
Investors seeking to stay informed about the latest developments in the Indian market can consider checking the following stocks: Varun Beverages, BluSmart Mobility, Asian Paints, Gail India, Arvind Ltd, and Larsen & Toubro.
Varun Beverages
Varun Beverages has seen a strong rally, with its shares up 12% over three days, reaching around Rs 534 on July 30. The company delivered a stable performance despite unseasonal rains, with cost efficiency-driven margin expansion and a 5.1% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,317 crore in Q1 FY26. However, India volumes declined by 7%, partially offset by better international sales. The board approved the appointment of Pankaj Madan as CFO and the creation of a joint venture for manufacturing visi-coolers and refrigeration equipment [1][2][3].
Asian Paints
Asian Paints was mentioned among stocks to watch but no specific performance details or recent updates were available in the provided results as of July 30, 2025 [2][4].
BluSmart Mobility
BluSmart Mobility is undergoing financial distress; the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in Ahmedabad commenced insolvency proceedings over a loan default of Rs 1.3 crore. An Interim Resolution Professional has been appointed, and a moratorium has been imposed to manage the insolvency resolution process [2][4].
Arvind Ltd
Arvind Ltd posted a consolidated revenue of Rs 2,006 crore for Q1 FY26, up 10% from the corresponding period's Rs 1,831 crore. The company's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) rose 14% to Rs 186 crore from Q1 FY25's Rs 163 crore. Profit after taxes (PAT) for Arvind Ltd grew 30% YoY to Rs 53 crore from the previous period's Rs 39 crore [2][4].
Gail India
Gail India was also named among key stocks but no detailed performance or recent news appeared in the results [2][4].
Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) was listed among stocks of interest but no explicit updates or performance figures were found in the search data for July 30, 2025 [2][4].
NTPC
NTPC posted a 5.85% year-on-year increase in standalone net profit to Rs 4,774 crore in Q1 FY26, compared to Rs 4,511 crore in the same quarter last fiscal. This indicates steady earnings growth [2][4].
In summary, Varun Beverages and NTPC have reported positive quarterly financial results, while BluSmart Mobility is facing insolvency proceedings. Asian Paints, Larsen & Toubro, Gail India, and Arvind were mentioned in market watch contexts but without detailed current quarter updates or stock movements as of July 30, 2025.
[1] Varun Beverages Q1 net profit rises 5.1% YoY [2] Stocks in focus: Varun Beverages, Asian Paints, Gail India, Arvind Ltd, Larsen & Toubro, BluSmart Mobility [3] Varun Beverages to set up joint venture for manufacturing visi-coolers and refrigeration equipment [4] Stocks to watch: Varun Beverages, Asian Paints, Gail India, Arvind Ltd, Larsen & Toubro, BluSmart Mobility
Investors should be aware of the strong rally in Varun Beverages' stocks, which reached approximately Rs 534 on July 30, following a 12% increase over three days and a 5.1% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit. On the other hand, BluSmart Mobility has entered insolvency proceedings over a loan default of Rs 1.3 crore. Meanwhile, Asian Paints, Larsen & Toubro, Gail India, Arvind Ltd, and NTPC were named in market watch lists, with varying performance updates and stock movements not available as of July 30. In terms of finance and market trends, DeFi, a decentralized form of finance, has also gained traction and could be an avenue for some investors seeking diverse investment portfolios. Traders should continue monitoring the stock-market for future developments and potential investment opportunities.
