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Stocks To Watch Today: HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Yes Bank, Axis Bank, Dabur, Godrej Consumer Product, Vedanta & More
Here's a look at stocks that are likely to be in focus during the trading session on Thursday.

Inside the leadership change at Kotak Mahindra Bank
The new CEO of the bank will have his task cut over, after taking charge from incumbent Ashok Vaswani.
Kotak Mahindra Bank's shares tumble over 3% on CEO Ashok Vaswani's exit
Stock declines over 3% after Ashok Vaswani says he will step down in December, with brokerages warning leadership succession uncertainty could weigh on sentiment
SBI Securities prefers HDFC Bank, sees long-term upside in metals
Sunny Agarwal, Head Fundamental Research, Retail Desk at SBI Securities, remains positive on private banks, preferring HDFC Bank over Kotak Mahindra Bank after the lender received a clean legal review. He says Persistent Systems' acquisition benefits may take up to eight quarters to materialise, while slower growth remains a near-term concern. Agarwal is also bullish on the metals sector, with Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys as his top pick, and remains positive on Astral over the long term despite near-term challenges.

Kotak Mahindra Bank shares drop over 3% as CEO Ashok Vaswani opts out of second term
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares witnessed some profit booking as its chief executive officer (CEO), Ashok Vaswani, said he will step down at the end of his current term on 31 December 2026.

Sensex today | Stock Market LIVE: Sensex trades flat, Nifty below 24,100 amid US-Iran tensions; Kotak, Adani shares down 2% - BusinessLine
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Kotak Mahindra Bank Shares Fall 3% After CEO Ashok Vaswani's Exit Plan
Kotak Mahindra Bank share price slipped as much as 2.79% to Rs 397.6 apiece.

Kotak Mahindra Bank begins search for next CEO as Ashok Vaswani plans exit
Kotak Mahindra Bank has begun its CEO succession process after Ashok Vaswani decided not to seek another term. Sources told CNBC-TV18 the lender had informed the RBI of Vaswani's decision a few weeks ago and is likely to submit a three-member shortlist, comprising both internal and external candidates.
Ashok Vaswani to step down as Kotak Mahindra Bank MD & CEO; bank begins search for successor
In a surprising announcement, Ashok Vaswani, CEO and Managing Director at Kotak Mahindra Bank, has decided to step down on December 31, 2026, opting not to pursue reappointment for personal reasons. The bank, recognized as India's fourth-largest private lender, is now actively seeking a new leader to chart its path ahead. This transition will undoubtedly redefine the bank's direction as it enters a new era.
Ashok Vaswani to step down as Kotak Mahindra Bank CEO after 31 December
Kotak Mahindra Bank has initiated the process for the appointment of a new MD and CEO.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Hunts For New MD & CEO As Ashok Vaswani Plans To Exit
Kotak Mahindra Bank has initiated the search for a new MD & CEO
Kotak Mahindra Bank has 'high ambitions' to deploy capital for growth, CEO says
Kotak Mahindra Bank is actively pursuing acquisitions, including loan portfolios and alternative assets, to deploy surplus capital and fuel growth. CEO Ashok Vaswani aims for the bank to become India's third-largest private lender by profit. The bank is also investing heavily in technology and AI to enhance efficiency, expecting workforce growth to lag behind balance-sheet expansion.