Brokerage firms have issued fresh research calls and target price revisions across several large-cap and sectoral stocks on February 18, 2026. The recommendations span technology, metals, consumer goods, retail, and REITs. Here’s a detailed look at the key stocks likely to remain in focus during today’s trading session (IST).
LG Electronics India
Goldman Sachs has initiated coverage on LG Electronics India with a Buy rating and set a target price of Rs 1,750 per share. The initiation brings the consumer electronics major into focus amid expectations around domestic demand trends and product portfolio expansion.
Titan Company
Morgan Stanley has maintained its Overweight stance on Titan Company and raised the target price to Rs 4,529 per share. The brokerage’s revised estimate follows continued momentum in the jewellery and watches segments.
Hindalco Industries
HSBC has maintained a Buy rating on Hindalco Industries with a target price of Rs 1,210 per share. The call reflects the brokerage’s outlook on the aluminium and downstream business environment.
Infosys
Infosys remains in focus after multiple global brokerages reiterated their views:
Morgan Stanley has maintained an Equal Weight rating with a target price of Rs 1,760 per share.
Bank of America has maintained a Buy rating with a target price of Rs 1,840 per share.
UBS has maintained a Buy rating with a target price of Rs 1,870 per share.
Nuvama has maintained a Buy rating with a target price of Rs 1,900 per share.
Jefferies has maintained a Buy rating with a target price of Rs 1,880 per share.
Additionally, Jefferies, in its India strategy note, highlighted that Q3 earnings indicated a rebound in EPS growth, which could keep IT stocks active in trade.
Tata Steel, NMDC and Coal India
JP Morgan has shared its view on the steel sector, stating that the near-to-medium term steel price outlook remains supportive. The brokerage has identified Tata Steel as its top pick within the space, while NMDC and Coal India are among the least preferred names in the broader metals and mining universe.
Dabur India
Morgan Stanley has maintained an Underweight rating on Dabur India and set a target price of Rs 400 per share. The stock may react to brokerage commentary around growth expectations in the FMCG segment.
ITC Limited
UBS has maintained a Buy rating on ITC Limited and revised the target price to Rs 395 per share.
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