Stocks to Watch Today 27 May 2026: Ankit Jaiswal of Univest Picks AU Small Finance Bank, Ambuja Cement, Tata Motors, Radico Khaitan and Pidilite Industries

May 27, 2026
Posted by: Ankit Jaiswal
Category: Market

Stocks to watch today 27 May 2026: Radico Khaitan near 52W high at Rs 3,572. AU Small Finance Bank at Rs 1,018. Ambuja Cement Rs 450. Tata Motors Q4 PAT +33.81%. Pidilite Q4 EBITDA margin 23.4%.

The stocks to watch today on 27 May 2026 are selected by Ankit Jaiswal, Senior Research Analyst at Univest. Today’s list spans five distinct sectors: Indian Made Foreign Liquor and premiumisation (Radico Khaitan), small finance banking (AU Small Finance Bank), cement and infrastructure (Ambuja Cement), commercial vehicles and auto (Tata Motors) and adhesives and construction chemicals (Pidilite Industries). The five picks offer a broad cross-section of India’s consumption and infrastructure recovery story.

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Market Context for Stocks to Watch Today 27 May 2026

Nifty Previous Close (26 May): ~23,693
Key listings today: Harikanta Overseas and Vegorama Punjabi Angithi list on BSE SME at 10 AM
Macro watch: Brent crude holding around $105-107 | Rupee near Rs 96.26 | RBI $5 billion swap auction completed 26 May
Sector tailwind: Construction, housing and infrastructure stocks in focus with cement and adhesives names in today’s list

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Stocks to Watch Today: All 5 Picks for 27 May 2026

1. Radico Khaitan (NSE: RADICO) — Rs 3,572, Near 52-Week High, India’s Premiumisation Play in IMFL

Radico Khaitan is the consumer discretionary stock to watch today as one of India’s oldest and largest IMFL manufacturers, trading near its 52-week high of Rs 3,679. At Rs 3,572, the stock is just 2.9 percent below its 52-week high, a near-ATH consolidation that reflects genuine underlying demand momentum. Over the past year, Radico has gained 45 percent, making it one of the strongest performing mid-cap consumer stocks in India.

Radico Khaitan was incorporated in 1943 and operates as a premium IMFL manufacturer with brands including 8 PM Premium, Magic Moments Vodka, Morpheus Brandy and Rampur Indian Single Malt Whisky, the last being one of India’s highest-rated craft whisky exports globally. The company’s premiumisation strategy, shifting from economy to prestige and above categories, is the primary margin and growth driver. India’s rising disposable income, expanding urban middle class and growing cultural acceptance of premium spirits are secular tailwinds for Radico’s core portfolio. At 78.68 times PE, the market is paying a premium for sustained volume growth in the prestige segment. A quarterly PAT growth confirmation above 20 percent is the trigger to watch.

Entry Zone: Rs 3,530 to Rs 3,575
Target: Rs 3,720 to Rs 3,850 (new 52W high and above, 1 to 2 months)
Stop-Loss: Rs 3,380 weekly close
Catalyst: 2.9% below 52W high, breakout zone. Premiumisation tailwind. +45% 1-year return. Magic Moments and Rampur brand momentum.

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2. AU Small Finance Bank (NSE: AUBANK) — Rs 1,018, Near All-Time High, Universal Bank Conversion in Progress

CMP: Rs 1,018 | 52W High: Rs 1,029.60 | 52W Low: Rs 479 | PE: ~22x | Market Cap: ~Rs 76,620 crore

AU Small Finance Bank is the banking sector stock to watch today at Rs 1,018, just 1.1 percent below its 52-week high of Rs 1,029.60. From its 52-week low of Rs 479, the stock has more than doubled, gaining 112 percent in one year. AU Small Finance Bank has been consistently rewarded by institutional investors as the highest-quality franchise in the small finance banking category.

AU Small Finance Bank, founded by Sanjay Agarwal and listed in 2017, has distinguished itself from other SFBs through superior asset quality, diversified loan book and technology-led banking. The bank is in advanced stages of converting to a universal bank licence, which would allow it to offer a full suite of products currently unavailable to SFBs, including RTGS, NEFT, foreign exchange, and government business. Universal bank status, once granted, is a structural re-rating catalyst as it expands the addressable market significantly. FY26 advances growth and NIM performance have both been ahead of SFB sector peers. At Rs 1,018 and near its all-time high of Rs 1,029.60, a clean breakout above Rs 1,030 on strong volume is the technical confirmation to watch today.

Entry Zone: Rs 1,005 to Rs 1,022
Target: Rs 1,075 to Rs 1,120 (2 to 3 months, above 52W high breakout)
Stop-Loss: Rs 965 weekly close
Catalyst: 1.1% below 52W high, breakout zone. Universal bank licence progression. +112% from 52W low. Best-in-class SFB franchise.

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3. Ambuja Cements (NSE: AMBUJACEM) — Rs 450, Adani Group Cement at 28% Below 52-Week High

Ambuja Cements is the infrastructure and cement stock to watch today as the Adani group’s flagship cement company trading 28 percent below its 52-week high of Rs 624.95. At Rs 450, Ambuja is in a recovery zone, 14.2 percent above its 52-week low of Rs 394 but with meaningful upside toward the Rs 550 to Rs 600 zone if the broader cement sector re-rates on infrastructure spending acceleration.

Ambuja Cements, now under Adani Group leadership, is executing a capacity expansion from approximately 90 MTPA today to a target of 140 MTPA by FY28, making it one of the most aggressive capacity addition stories in the Indian cement industry. India’s National Infrastructure Pipeline, housing construction boom (PMAY urban and rural) and state-level road and building projects are structural demand drivers for cement. Q3 FY26 sales grew 9.19 percent year on year to Rs 10,276.65 crore, steady top-line growth despite softer Q3 margins. Cement sector volumes typically pick up strongly in Q4 (Jan-March) and Q1 of the next financial year as construction activity accelerates post-monsoon.

Entry Zone: Rs 444 to Rs 454
Target: Rs 500 to Rs 525 (1 to 2 months)
Stop-Loss: Rs 425 weekly close (above 52W low Rs 394)
Catalyst: 28% below 52W high. Adani group capacity expansion to 140 MTPA by FY28. Infrastructure capex cycle. Q1 FY27 construction season.

4. Tata Motors (NSE: TATAMOTORS) — Rs 385, Q4 FY26 PAT Up 33.81%, CV Sales Highest Since Q4 FY21

CMP: Rs 385 | 52W High: Rs 509 | 52W Low: Rs 306.30 | Market Cap: ~Rs 1,41,000 crore | Q4 FY26 PAT: Rs 1,793 crore (+33.81% YoY)

Tata Motors is the auto sector stock to watch today following strong Q4 FY26 results. Q4 FY26 consolidated net profit jumped 33.81 percent year on year to Rs 1,793 crore. Q4 commercial vehicle sales were 1,32,465 units, the highest quarterly CV volume since Q4 FY21, growing 25 percent year on year. At Rs 385, Tata Motors is 24.4 percent below its 52-week high of Rs 509 and 25.7 percent above its 52-week low of Rs 306.30.

Tata Motors operates across four business segments: Tata Commercial Vehicles (TCV), Tata Passenger Vehicles (TPV), Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and Tata Motors Finance. The Q4 FY26 CV sales print of 1,32,465 units is the most important number, it reflects GST 2.0 rollout demand recovery, infrastructure spending and fleet replacement cycles across India. Girish Wagh, MD and CEO, noted that Q4 FY26 saw CV volumes at the highest level since Q4 FY21 and represented a 25 percent year-on-year improvement. JLR’s recovery, domestic EV penetration through Tata Punch EV and Tata Nexon EV and CV volumes all running ahead of industry are the three concurrent growth drivers.

Entry Zone: Rs 378 to Rs 388
Target: Rs 430 to Rs 455 (1 to 2 months)
Stop-Loss: Rs 358 weekly close
Catalyst: Q4 FY26 PAT +33.81% YoY. Q4 CV sales 1,32,465 units, highest since Q4 FY21, +25% YoY. 24% below 52W high entry.

5. Pidilite Industries (NSE: PIDILITIND) — Rs 1,475, Q4 FY26 EBITDA Margin 23.4%, Final Dividend Rs 11.5/Share

Pidilite Industries is the construction chemicals stock to watch today, a natural complement to Ambuja Cement in today’s infra and housing upcycle theme. At Rs 1,475, Pidilite is 6.3 percent below its 52-week high of Rs 1,574.95 and 17.1 percent above its 52-week low of Rs 1,259. Q4 FY26 results were strong: EBITDA grew 31.1 percent year on year to Rs 766 crore with margin expanding to 23.4 percent from 20.6 percent in Q4 FY25.

Pidilite Industries is India’s dominant adhesive and construction chemicals company. Its Fevicol brand has 80-plus percent market share in the wood adhesives segment. Other key brands include Dr. Fixit (waterproofing), M-Seal (epoxy compounds), Fevikwik (instant adhesives) and Roff (tile adhesives). Every new construction project, residential, commercial, infrastructure, uses Pidilite products. The board recommended a final dividend of Rs 11.5 per share (1,150 percent on face value of Rs 1) on 7 May 2026, at Rs 1,475, the dividend yield is 0.78 percent on the final dividend alone. Revenue from the consumer and bazaar segment grew 15.9 percent year on year in Q4 with underlying volume growth of 15.4 percent, the core business is growing at double-digit volumes, not just prices.

Entry Zone: Rs 1,460 to Rs 1,480
Target: Rs 1,550 to Rs 1,580 (1 to 2 months, toward 52W high zone)
Stop-Loss: Rs 1,395 weekly close
Catalyst: Q4 FY26 EBITDA margin 23.4% (vs 20.6% Q4 FY25). Revenue +14% YoY. UVG 15.4%. Final dividend Rs 11.5/share. 6.3% below 52W high.

Risk Factors for Stocks to Watch Today

Near 52W high names (Radico, AU SFB): Radico at Rs 3,572 (2.9% below high) and AU Bank at Rs 1,018 (1.1% below high) are in breakout zones. If either fails to breach the high on volume, profit booking can be sharp. Use tight stop-losses.
Ambuja valuation risk: Q3 FY26 PAT fell 90.56% year on year due to exceptional items. Monitor Q4 FY26 results for confirmation of margin recovery before adding more.
Tata Motors JLR exposure: JLR revenue is UK sterling-denominated. Any sterling weakness or US tariff escalation on UK auto exports adds risk to consolidated margins.
Pidilite raw material risk: Crude oil derivatives (VAM, VBA) are key raw materials. Brent above $107 increases input costs and could compress the Q1 FY27 EBITDA margin from the 23.4% Q4 FY26 peak.

Conclusion

The stocks to watch today on 27 May 2026 from Ankit Jaiswal of Univest: Radico Khaitan (Rs 3,572, 2.9% below 52W high, premiumisation story), AU Small Finance Bank (Rs 1,018, 1.1% below 52W high, universal bank in progress), Ambuja Cement (Rs 450, 28% below 52W high, capacity expansion to 140 MTPA), Tata Motors (Rs 385, Q4 PAT +33.81%, CV volumes highest since Q4 FY21) and Pidilite Industries (Rs 1,475, Q4 EBITDA margin 23.4%, final dividend Rs 11.5/share). Consult a SEBI-registered advisor before acting on any of these stocks to watch today.

FAQs on Stocks to Watch Today 27 May 2026

Which are the stocks to watch today on 27 May 2026?

Ans. Stocks to watch today per Ankit Jaiswal: Radico Khaitan (Rs 3,572, near 52W high, IMFL premiumisation), AU Small Finance Bank (Rs 1,018, near ATH, universal bank progression), Ambuja Cement (Rs 450, 28% below 52W high, capacity expansion), Tata Motors (Rs 385, Q4 PAT +33.81%, highest CV volumes since Q4 FY21) and Pidilite Industries (Rs 1,475, EBITDA margin 23.4%, dividend Rs 11.5/share).

Why is Radico Khaitan a stock to watch today at Rs 3,572?

Ans. Radico Khaitan at Rs 3,572 is just 2.9% below its 52-week high of Rs 3,679, a near-breakout zone. The stock has gained 45% in one year driven by India’s spirits premiumisation trend. Brands like Rampur Indian Single Malt, Magic Moments Vodka and 8 PM Premium are growing in the prestige and above segments. A breakout above Rs 3,679 on strong volume would be a new 52-week high confirmation.

Why is AU Small Finance Bank a top stock to watch today?

Ans. AU Small Finance Bank at Rs 1,018 is 1.1% below its 52-week high of Rs 1,029.60. From its 52-week low of Rs 479, the stock has gained 112% in one year. The bank is in the process of converting to a universal bank licence, which would expand its product range and re-rate it toward full private sector banks. A clean breakout above Rs 1,030 on high volume is the technical trigger today.

What were Tata Motors Q4 FY26 results?

Ans. Tata Motors Q4 FY26 consolidated net profit was Rs 1,793 crore, up 33.81% YoY and up 154% QoQ. Q4 FY26 commercial vehicle sales were 1,32,465 units, the highest quarterly CV volume since Q4 FY21, up 25% YoY. Domestic CV sales were 1,25,562 units (up 26% YoY). At Rs 385, Tata Motors is 24.4% below its 52-week high of Rs 509.

Why is Pidilite Industries a stock to watch today at Rs 1,475?

Ans. Pidilite Industries Q4 FY26 EBITDA margin expanded to 23.4% from 20.6% in Q4 FY25, with EBITDA growing 31.1% YoY to Rs 766 crore. Q4 PAT was Rs 579 crore (+37.16% YoY). Underlying volume growth was 15.4% in Q4, double-digit volume in the consumer and bazaar segment. Final dividend is Rs 11.5/share. At Rs 1,475, it is 6.3% below its 52W high of Rs 1,574.95.

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Author: Ankit Jaiswal

Ankit Jaiswal is the Senior Research Analyst at Univest, leading the platform's in-house equity research desk and serving as the editorial reviewer for all research and blog content published at univest.in. With 11+ years of experience in Indian equity markets, he oversees stock recommendations, earnings analysis, sector coverage, and ensures every published article meets SEBI Research Analyst Regulations. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata — one of India's most prestigious commerce institutions — and has cleared CMT Level 2 from the CMT Association, a globally recognised certification in technical analysis and market research. His research methodology combines fundamental analysis (earnings quality, balance sheet strength, management commentary) with advanced technical analysis (chart patterns, momentum indicators, market structure) — giving Univest's retail investors a dual-lens approach that most Indian research platforms lack. Ankit is among the most comprehensively certified analysts in Indian financial media, holding five NISM certifications: Series-XV (Research Analyst), Series-VIII (Equity Derivatives), Series-VII (SORM), Series-VI (Depository Operations), and Series-V-A (Mutual Fund Distributors). At Univest — India's SEBI-registered research and advisory platform — Ankit's responsibilities include leading the research team, finalising stock recommendations published across Pro Lite, Pro Super, and Pro Gold advisory services, and maintaining editorial oversight of all YMYL financial content published on the blog.