As the stock market prepares for trading on December 17 and 18, several companies are expected to be in focus. Notable stocks include Vedanta, Indus Tower, Gravita India, HDFC Bank, Wipro, and railway stocks. Analysts have highlighted these companies as key players to watch, suggesting potential movements in their share prices. On December 18, additional stocks such as Ambuja Cements, Exide Industries, Vishal Mega Mart, Mobikwik, JSW Energy, Jindal Saw, NHPC, and RPower are also anticipated to attract investor attention. The market's overall sentiment appears to be driven by these stocks, as traders look for opportunities amid fluctuating conditions.