Anil Singhvi Stock Recommendation: Market expert and Zee Business Managing Editor Anil Singhvi has recommended four futures trades for August 20 for profit booking backed by some positive triggers behind each pick. The recommendations include Astral, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), SRF, and Aurobindo Pharma.

Buy Astral Futures

Target: Rs 1,390 / Rs 1,405

Stop Loss: Rs 1,350

Astral is in focus after promoter activity in the open market. Promoters have purchased 2 lakh shares, signaling confidence in the company’s long-term outlook. Singhvi sees this as a positive technical and sentiment trigger, with potential for a short-term rally.

Buy HAL Futures

Target: Rs 4,505 / Rs 4,530 / Rs 4,555

Stop Loss: Rs 4,420

HAL is expected to benefit from a major defence contract. The company is reportedly set to receive a Rs 62,000 crore order for 97 Tejas Mark 1A fighter jets from the Indian government. Singhvi views this as a major re-rating opportunity for the stock in the near term.

Buy SRF Futures

Target: Rs 2,980 / Rs 3,010 / Rs 3,030

Stop Loss: Rs 2,885

SRF has signed a strategic agreement with a global chemistry company, a development that could enhance its specialty chemicals business and global footprint. Singhvi sees this as a trigger for fresh buying interest in the stock.

Buy Aurobindo Pharma Futures

Target: Rs 1,102 / Rs 1,120

Stop Loss: Rs 1,070

Aurobindo Pharma has emerged as the frontrunner to acquire Prague-based Zentiva for $5–5.5 billion. The deal, if it materialises, would mark one of Aurobindo’s largest acquisitions and significantly expand its European operations. Singhvi expects this M&A buzz to support the stock’s momentum.