Stocks to Watch Today (April 29, 2026): CEAT, Maruti, Vedanta, Dr Reddy’s, Star Health in Focus After Q4 Results

The domestic stock market is expected to open on a positive note on April 29, 2026, with GIFT Nifty futures pointing to a gain of around 40–43 points in the NIFTY50 index, while stock-specific action is likely to remain high as more than 50 companies are scheduled to announce their March quarter results. Among the key stocks in focus, CEAT Ltd reported a strong performance with its consolidated net profit more than doubling to ₹243.8 crore in Q4 FY26, supported by robust revenue growth, signalling improving demand and margins in the tyre segment. Maruti Suzuki India also drew attention after posting a record annual net profit of ₹14,679.5 crore for FY26, along with its highest-ever sales volumes, reflecting steady demand in the passenger vehicle segment. In the insurance space, Star Health and Allied Insurance Company reported a sharp jump in quarterly profit to ₹111 crore from a negligible base last year, indicating a strong turnaround backed by higher premium collections.

Stocks like Vedanta Ltd and Waaree Energies will remain in focus as they are set to announce their earnings today, which could trigger volatility based on commodity trends, debt outlook, and order book visibility. Eternal Ltd, the parent of Zomato and Blinkit, reported a multi-fold rise in profit to ₹174 crore, driven by strong growth in food delivery and quick commerce, while Dr Reddy's Laboratories is in focus after receiving approval in Canada for its generic version of semaglutide, marking progress in the global GLP-1 drug market.

Among other stocks, Netweb Technologies announced a new AI-focused data platform aimed at solving infrastructure bottlenecks, while REC Ltd reported a decline in quarterly profit, which may weigh on sentiment. Bandhan Bank posted strong earnings growth driven by retail banking, and AWL Agri Business Ltd, along with Greenply Industries, reported solid profit growth. Meanwhile, Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd signed a technology transfer agreement with the Defence Research and Development Organisation for naval systems, and Brigade Enterprises acquired land in Hyderabad for a residential project. Overall, the market is likely to be driven by earnings outcomes, with positive momentum seen in select sectors like auto, insurance, and consumption, while metals and power stocks may remain sensitive to results and broader macro cues.