Market watchers highlight key stocks to track for the week starting 17 November

Analysts at Motilal Oswal Financial Services have identified Ashok Leyland and Jindal Stainless as preferred large-cap stocks for the week beginning 17 November 2025. Ashok Leyland reported second-quarter PAT of ₹8 billion 8 percent ahead of estimates driven by improved product mix, better cost control, and export volumes up 45 percent year-on-year. Jindal Stainless is prioritising value-added products such as wire-rods and cold-rolled steel, with its target price implying an 18 percent upside. Investors are advised to monitor sectoral derivatives activity and corporate earnings updates for alignment.