Stocks To Watch: Paytm, LIC, Arvind, UPL, VVIP Infratech and More

Several stocks are likely to attract investor attention in Tuesday’s session following corporate developments ranging from stake sales and fundraising to order wins and management changes. Paytm share price could remain in focus after reports of a proposed block deal, while LIC share price may see activity as the government’s offer for sale opens.

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The following companies are expected to be on investors’ radar during the trading session.

One 97 Communications (Paytm)

Paytm share price will be watched after CNBC-TV18 reported that SAIF Partners is likely to offload a 2.3% stake through block deals. As per the report, the transaction is estimated at around ₹2,002 crore, with a floor price of ₹1,339.65 per share.
Meesho

According to CNBC-TV18, Peak XV Partners and Elevation Capital are expected to sell a combined 2.3% stake in Meesho through block deals. The proposed transaction involves nearly 10.5 crore shares and is estimated at around ₹1,900 crore. The reported floor price has been set at ₹182.08 per share.

Life Insurance Corporation of India

LIC share price will remain in focus after the Government of India announced an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 6.5% in the insurer on August 4 and 5. The base issue comprises a 2.5% stake, equivalent to 31.62 crore equity shares, while an additional 4% stake, or 50.59 crore shares, may be offered under the green shoe option. The floor price has been fixed at ₹382 per share.

Arvind

The textile manufacturer Arvind has opened its qualified institutions placement (QIP) issue to raise funds. The company has fixed the floor price for the issue at ₹518.58 per share.

VVIP Infratech

VVIP Infratech has received a Letter of Intent for sewerage infrastructure work linked to a proposed domestic sewage treatment plant at Mohammadpur Majri and Kanjhawala in Delhi. The contract is valued at ₹198.50 crore and is scheduled for completion within 24 months.

UPL

UPL share price may remain in focus after the company announced that Mike Frank, Chief Executive Officer of UPL Corporation and a member of the group’s senior management personnel, has resigned. UPL said he will step down effective August 31, 2026, after serving the company for four and a half years, as he plans to relocate to the U.S. for personal reasons.

SME Listing

Shares of Poojaa Precision Engg are scheduled to make their stock market debut in the SME segment.

Stocks Trading Ex-Dividend

The following companies will trade ex-dividend during the session: Alembic, Andhra Paper, Balkrishna Industries, Bosch, Container Corporation of India, Eveready Industries India, Greenply Industries, Hind Rectifiers, CE Info Systems, Mysore Petro Chemicals, PCBL Chemical, TCPL Packaging, UPL and Embassy Office Parks REIT.