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Posted on  October 1, 2026 under : by Kaashika Jaiswal

Stock Market Today Highlights

21st October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended lower for the second consecutive session on October 21, as elevated crude oil prices, concerns over corporate earnings and selling across most sectors weighed on sentiment. Profit booking erased early gains, dragging the Nifty below 22,650. However, buying in IT stocks helped benchmark indices recover from their intraday lows.

  • Sensex: 73,709.69, down 143.21 points (-0.19%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,811.35, down 77.60 points (-0.34%)
  • Nifty Bank: 54,976.90, down 511.20 points (-0.92%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
HCL Tech 1,424.20 +44.30 +3.21% 1,780.10
Infosys 1,168.00 +37.30 +3.30% 1,728.00
TCS 2,529.00 +68.10 +2.77% 3,350.00
Tech Mahindra 1,834.70 +55.60 +3.13% 1,854.00
UltraTech Cement 10,849.00 +199.00 +1.87% 13,110.00

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Eternal 312.35 -7.85 -2.45% 344.40
Bajaj Finance 926.00 -31.35 -3.27% 1,176.40
Eicher Motors 7,170.50 -178.50 -2.43% 8,230.00
Nestle 1,223.90 -18.80 -1.51% 1,553.00
Bajaj Auto 10,072.00 -215.00 -2.09% 12,470.00

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
NTPC 301.10 303.00
Max Healthcare 811.60 819.90
TMPV 271.65 275.70
SBI Life Insurance 1,612.90 1,661.00

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap: Declined more than 2%
  • Nifty Smallcap: Declined more than 2%
  • Broader markets underperformed the benchmark indices.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty IT: +2.88%
  • Auto: Down around 2%
  • Consumer Durables: Down around 2%
  • Energy: Down 1–2%
  • Media: Down 1–2%
  • Nifty Metal: -1.71%
  • Pharma: Down 1–2%
  • Realty: Down 1–2%
  • Private Bank: Down 1–2%

Market Update

  • Adani Green Energy reports 93.05% decline in Q2 consolidated net profit to Rs 33 crore despite 94.88% rise in total income.
  • Bharat Parenterals’ arm commences commercial supply to the US market.
  • Royal Orchid Hotels’ arm launches Regenta Place property in Kota.
  • Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels signs agreement for Zone Connect by The Park in Aurangabad.
  • Indian equity benchmarks end lower amid elevated crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows.
  • Monarch Surveyors secures LoA worth Rs 48.10 crore from West Central Railway.
  • Zydus Lifesciences gets USFDA final approval for Estradiol and Levonorgestrel Transdermal System.
  • TCS expands partnership with Indian Bank. Allcargo Logistics transforms financial processes with Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications, reducing month-end close time by 30%.
  • L&T’s business vertical bags large orders in New Delhi and Andhra Pradesh.
  • LTM launches AI execution fabric ‘BlueVerse ValueMesh’.
  • Shanmuga Hospital launches ‘Shanmuga 360’ mobile application.
  • Bajaj Finance reports 29% rise in Q2 consolidated net profit.

19th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended sharply lower on October 19, as elevated crude oil prices, weak global cues and selling in private banking stocks following disappointing earnings weighed on investor sentiment. Selling pressure intensified during the session, dragging the Nifty below the 22,900 mark. The indices snapped their two-day winning streak.

  • Sensex: 73,852.90, down 876.37 points (-1.17%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,888.95, down 257.20 points (-1.11%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,488.10, down 355.90 points (-0.64%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
JSW Steel 1,241.30 +25.00 +2.06% 1,351.00
Eicher Motors 7,349.00 +64.50 +0.89% 8,230.00
SBI 973.70 +11.10 +1.15% 1,234.70
Larsen 3,661.90 +34.80 +0.96% 4,440.00
Dr Reddys Labs 1,242.50 +9.50 +0.77% 1,414.90

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Axis Bank 1,236.00 -54.00 -4.19% 1,418.30
TMPV 278.00 -8.85 -3.09% 419.00
Infosys 1,130.70 -30.50 -2.63% 1,728.00
Bajaj Finance 957.35 -24.75 -2.52% 1,176.40
HDFC Bank 712.00 -16.85 -2.31% 1,020.50

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
Max Healthcare 828.60 830.00

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap: -1%
  • Nifty Smallcap: -1%
  • Broader markets remained under pressure.
  • Markets will remain closed on Tuesday, October 20, on account of Dussehra.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty PSU Bank: +2.46%
  • Nifty FMCG: -1.44%
  • IT: -1.3%
  • Private Bank: -1.8%
  • All other sectoral indices ended in the red, except PSU Bank.

Market Update

  • ArMee Infotech incorporates wholly owned subsidiary.
  • NATCO Pharma launches Carboplatin Injection.
  • Indian equity benchmarks extend losses amid heavy selling in banking and IT stocks.
  • Ceigall India’s arm receives provisional completion certificate for Rs 684 crore HAM project.
  • Union Bank of India reports 31% growth in consolidated net profit in Q2FY27.
  • Power Mech Projects bags order worth Rs 327.35 crore from Vedanta Aluminium Metal.
  • HFCL reports over four-fold jump in net profit to Rs 268.02 crore in Q2FY27.
  • Chambal Fertilisers inks pact to acquire 26% stake in Clean Max Hachi for up to Rs 6 crore.
  • Sugar stocks decline as OMCs bar sugar-based ethanol in 2026-27 procurement tender.

16th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today extended gains for the second consecutive session on October 16, supported by buying in IT, media, and metal stocks. Despite weak global cues, benchmark indices faced initial selling pressure before gradually recovering throughout the session, with the Nifty ending near its day's high of 23,149.85. Both benchmark indices extended gains for the second straight week, with the BSE Sensex adding 3.1% and the Nifty 50 rising 2.7%.

  • Sensex: 74,729.27, up 413.66 points (+0.56%)
  • Nifty 50: 23,146.15, up 148.80 points (+0.65%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,844.00, up 33.50 points (+0.06%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
Tech Mahindra 1,794.00 +140.00 +8.48% 1,854.00
TCS 2,465.00 +115.00 +4.89% 3,350.00
Infosys 1,161.20 +51.20 +4.61% 1,728.00
Bharti Airtel 1,905.00 +51.00 +2.75% 2,174.50
M&M 2,919.20 +59.20 +2.07% 3,839.90

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Interglobe Avi 4,694.00 -91.40 -1.91% 5,970.00
BSE Limited 3,356.00 -65.00 -1.90% 4,446.80
Max Healthcare 845.15 -12.00 -1.40% 1,221.90
TATA Cons. Prod 975.65 -12.55 -1.27% 1,282.70
Jio Financial 216.29 -2.76 -1.26% 316.85

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Broader markets underperformed the benchmark indices.
  • Nifty Midcap index ended with marginal losses.
  • Nifty Smallcap index ended with marginal losses.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty IT index witnessed buying interest.
  • Nifty Media index witnessed buying interest.
  • Nifty Metal index witnessed buying interest.

Market Update

  • ZIM Laboratories received Australia TGA GMP certification for its manufacturing facility in Nagpur.
  • Mankind Pharma signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Belgium-based Armed Cell Therapeutics.
  • Subros established the Subros Advanced Technologies and Innovation Centre (SATIC) at Noida.
  • Thomas Cook subsidiary Sterling Holiday Resorts launched Sterling Vanyatara Tadoba in Maharashtra.
  • Lemon Tree Hotels subsidiary Carnation Hotels and Omaxe signed an MoU to operate 10 hotel projects (4,000 keys) across India.
  • Omaxe shares rose 4.61% following its hotel operations agreement with Carnation Hotels.
  • ITCONS E-Solutions bagged a Rs 67.41 lakh contract from the Indian Army for HR resource supply.
  • Dynacons Systems shares gained 1.80% after securing a Rs 137.15 crore project from the Supreme Court of India.
  • India Cements shares rose 2.07% after signing a pact to acquire a 3.62% stake in Zenataris Renewable Energy.
  • Jio Financial Services shares declined 0.98% following a 51% drop in Q2 net profit.
  • IIFL Finance reported a near three-fold jump in Q2 net profit to Rs 548.53 crore.
  • Rail Vikas Nigam shares gained 2.09% on signing an MoU with Damodar Valley Corporation.
15th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today rallied on October 15, supported by strong buying in auto, IT, private banks, and Reliance Industries following the Jio Platforms IPO announcement. Despite a subdued start amid weak global markets, domestic indices gained momentum as the session progressed, with the Sensex ending near its day's high and the Nifty closing near the 23,000 mark.

  • Sensex: 74,315.61, up 1,533.72 points (+2.11%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,997.35, up 374.65 points (+1.66%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,810.50, up 494.50 points (+0.89%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
Tech Mahindra 1,650.00 +74.80 +4.75% 1,854.00
ICICI Bank 1,389.40 +50.80 +3.80% 1,480.00
Reliance 1,215.00 +40.40 +3.44% 1,611.80
Bharti Airtel 1,854.00 +59.40 +3.31% 2,174.50
BSE Limited 3,428.00 +90.00 +2.70% 4,446.80

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Nestle 1,275.80 -107.40 -7.76% 1,553.00
Adani Enterpris 2,700.00 -22.60 -0.83% 3,245.00
Trent 2,949.70 -21.30 -0.72% 3,399.70
Shriram Finance 943.80 -6.20 -0.65% 1,153.70
Bharat Elec 380.40 -1.95 -0.51% 473.45

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap index declining 0.5%
  • Nifty Smallcap index falling 1.3%
  • Broader markets underperformed the benchmark indices.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty Auto index up more than 1-1.8%
  • Nifty IT index up more than 1-1.8%
  • Nifty Infra index up more than 1-1.8%
  • Nifty Oil & Gas index up more than 1-1.8%
  • Nifty Private Bank index up more than 1-1.8%
  • Nifty Realty index up more than 1-1.8%
  • Nifty Media index down over 1%
  • Nifty PSU Bank index down over 1%

Market Update

  • Polycab India reported a 43.84% jump in Q2 net profit to Rs 965.17 crore.
  • Bharat Dynamics signed a contract worth around Rs 1,307 crore with the Indian Navy for heavyweight torpedoes.
  • Tata Consultancy Services completed the 100% acquisition of BBY Services India LLP.
  • Nestle India reported a 36.32% rise in Q2 standalone net profit to Rs 1,026.77 crore.
  • Indus Aluminium Recyclers signed an MoU with Sufin for marketing products via its B2B marketplace.
  • ICICI Lombard General Insurance reported a 15.48% rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 946.40 crore.
  • Admach Systems shares rose 4.37% after securing a Rs 7.92 crore order for steel bar processing and NDT equipment.
  • Tata Consultancy Services launched the Industrial Intelligence Foundry to scale AI adoption across engineering and manufacturing.
  • Milky Mist Dairy Food shares gained 2.94% following the launch of 'Milky Mist High Protein Milk'.
  • Ceigall India shares traded up 0.31% on the BSE.
  • GMR Airports and Aramex signed an initial pact to enhance express cargo logistics across GMR-operated airports.
  • Bajaj Consumer Care shares declined 9.01% despite reporting a 66% rise in Q2 net profit.
  • Dee Development Engineers secured a Rs 46 crore international contract for module and piping fabrication.
  • Gujarat Inject (Kerala) shares rose 0.84% on receiving a Rs 6.25 crore solar panel order from Deon Energy.
  • Nahar Industrial Enterprises incorporated a wholly-owned subsidiary, Ranchi Logipark, for warehousing and storage operations.
  • GNG Electronics subsidiary entered into a tenancy contract with SAIF Zone to expand refurbishment facilities in the UAE.

14th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended lower on October 14, as rising crude oil prices and persistent foreign investor outflows weighed on sentiment. After a muted first half, the market came under pressure in the afternoon session, dragging the Nifty 50 to a day's low of 22,558.95 before selective buying in IT and FMCG names helped trim some losses.

  • Sensex: 72,781.89, down 251.89 points (-0.34%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,622.70, down 99.25 points (-0.44%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,316.00, down 165.05 points (-0.30%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
TATA Cons. Prod 987.90 +27.90 +2.91% 1,282.70
Nestle 1,383.20 +49.20 +3.69% 1,553.00
Infosys 1,088.00 +25.90 +2.44% 1,728.00
Coal India 417.00 +8.50 +2.08% 491.25
Tech Mahindra 1,575.20 +31.70 +2.05% 1,854.00

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Shriram Finance 950.00 -38.00 -3.85% 1,153.70
HDFC Life 544.05 -15.95 -2.85% 788.50
Bajaj Finance 957.00 -25.75 -2.62% 1,176.40
M&M 2,793.70 -70.70 -2.47% 3,839.90
SBI Life Insura 1,650.00 -37.20 -2.20% 2,132.00

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
SBI Life Insurance 1,634.50 1,650.00

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap index ended with marginal losses.
  • Nifty Smallcap index ended with marginal losses.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty Information Technology index up 0.5-1%
  • Nifty Energy index up 0.5-1%
  • Nifty Oil & Gas index up 0.5-1%
  • Nifty Media index up 0.5-1%
  • Nifty FMCG index up 0.5-1%
  • Nifty Auto index down 0.5-1.7%
  • Nifty Metal index down 0.5-1.7%
  • Nifty Pharma index down 0.5-1.7%
  • Nifty Realty index down 0.5-1.7%
  • Nifty Private Bank index down 0.5-1.7%

Market Update

  • CAMS collaborated with NISM to integrate CAMS Lens into its Compliance & RegTech Lab.
  • Rajesh Power Services received a Rs 69 crore order from UGVCL for network shifting.
  • Billionbrains Garage Ventures reported a 67.15% jump in Q2 net profit to Rs 591.76 crore.
  • Canara Bank reported an 8.40% rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 5,174.76 crore.
  • DMR Engineering shares rose 8.21% on receiving a $216,000 consultancy order.
  • Bharat Coking Coal gained 5.68% after approving price rationalisation for certain raw coking coal grades.
  • SS Retail shares gained 10.18% after reporting a 61% jump in Q1 net profit.
  • GP Petroleums received board approval to invest Rs 44.27 crore in Incubit Pipavav Terminal.
  • Ceigall India rose 1.32% after getting the completion certificate for its Rs 1,659.84 crore highway project.
  • Dr. Lal Pathlabs gained 0.87% as its arm acquired the remaining 30% stake in Centrapath Labs.
  • Ahluwalia Contracts secured a Rs 310 crore order from Bennett University.
  • Tata Consultancy Services shares rose 1.32% on partnering with ManageEngine.
  • Gujarat State Fertilizers received approval to set up Phosphoric Acid and Sulphuric Acid plants at Sikka.
  • Muthoot Capital Services gained 2.50% after raising Rs 200 crore via NCDs. kettle.

13th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended sharply higher on October 13, with the Nifty closing above 22,700, led by IT stocks following strong quarterly earnings from HCL Technologies. Investor sentiment improved further in the final hour after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made positive comments on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax and securities transaction tax (STT).

  • Sensex: 73,033.78, up 1,109.10 points (+1.54%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,721.95, up 358.60 points (+1.60%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,481.05, up 563.05 points (+1.03%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
HCL Tech 1,326.00 +103.00 +8.42% 1,780.10
TCS 2,269.30 +144.30 +6.79% 3,350.00
Shriram Finance 988.00 +58.60 +6.31% 1,153.70
Tech Mahindra 1,543.50 +72.50 +4.93% 1,854.00
Infosys 1,062.10 +42.10 +4.13% 1,728.00

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Kotak Mahindra 439.00 -4.40 -0.99% 453.20
Eternal 320.45 -2.55 -0.79% 368.45
Maruti Suzuki 11,245.00 -70.00 -0.62% 17,370.00
Max Healthcare 861.00 -4.95 -0.57% 1,221.90

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
Maruti Suzuki 11,125.00 11,245.00
Max Healthcare 842.05 861.00
Reliance 1,152.20 1,166.70
HUL 1,814.40 1,875.50

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap: +0.7%
  • Nifty Smallcap: Flat
  • Broader markets ended higher but underperformed the benchmark indices.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty IT: +5.22%
  • Metal: Up around 1%
  • PSU Bank: Up around 1%
  • Auto: Up around 1%
  • Consumer Durables: Up around 1%
  • Realty: Up around 1%
  • Energy: Ended lower
  • Nifty Pharma: -0.01%

Market Update

  • Qualcomm Ventures sold its 0.98% stake in Shadowfax Technologies for Rs 157.28 crore.
  • JTL Industries received CPWD approval for its steel pipes, tubes and hollow sections.
  • Organic Recycling Systems’ subsidiary secured a Rs 50–100 crore BPCL order for a waste-based CBG plant in Karnataka.
  • Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Stellantis India expanded their partnership into advanced technology and product collaboration.
  • Capri Global Capital shares rose 3.32% after raising Rs 160 crore through NCDs.
  • Mahindra & Mahindra gained 1.30% after starting production of its MaxSeeder multi-crop seeding machine.
  • Sun Pharma received approval to raise up to Rs 10,000 crore through NCDs.
  • Abakkus Asset Managers acquired a 0.69% stake in Jubilant Pharmova for around Rs 100.65 crore.
  • Karur Vysya Bank shares rose 2.06% amid its agreement with Zurich Kotak General Insurance.
  • Puravankara reported 62% growth in Q2FY27 pre-sales.
  • Crompton Greaves shares gained 3.90% after launching its InstaNourish Pro multi-purpose kettle.

12th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended lower on October 12, with benchmark indices declining as elevated US bond yields, persistent foreign investor outflows and geopolitical concerns weighed on investor sentiment. Selling pressure in IT, FMCG and financial stocks dragged the indices lower, while broader markets outperformed the benchmarks.

  • Sensex: 71,924.68, down 547.65 points (-0.76%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,363.35, down 157.10 points (-0.70%)
  • Nifty Bank: 54,918.00, down 338.65 points (-0.61%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
Dr Reddys Labs 1,229.40 +32.40 +2.71% 1,414.90
Bajaj Auto 10,034.00 +256.00 +2.62% 12,470.00
TMPV 284.45 +4.55 +1.63% 421.55
Bharat Elec 373.90 +5.75 +1.56% 473.45
BSE Limited 3,330.20 +43.00 +1.31% 4,446.80

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Apollo Hospital 7,775.00 -252.50 -3.15% 9,070.50
ITC 257.90 -8.10 -3.05% 426.40
Tech Mahindra 1,471.00 -43.10 -2.85% 1,854.00
Larsen 3,627.50 -75.80 -2.05% 4,440.00
Max Healthcare 865.95 -17.85 -2.02% 1,221.90

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
Max Healthcare 854.00 895.95
HUL 1,818.10 1,820.70
Reliance 1,153.20 1,158.90
NTPC 305.70 310.00

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap index ended flat.
  • Nifty Smallcap index advanced 1.4%.
  • Broader markets outperformed the benchmark indices.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty Media index up 4.6%.
  • Nifty Realty index up 1%.
  • Nifty Auto index up 0.9%.
  • Nifty Pharma index up 0.3%.
  • Nifty IT index down 0.4–1%.
  • Nifty Metal index down 0.4–1%.
  • Nifty Private Bank index down 0.4–1%.
  • Nifty PSU Bank index down 0.4–1%.
  • Nifty FMCG index down 0.4–1%.

Market Update

  • Nifty October futures closed at 22,399.90, at a 36.55-point premium over spot, with open interest rising by 1,340 contracts.
  • L&T Technology Services inaugurated an AI-Native EI Lab for Digital Manufacturing in Bengaluru.
  • GHCL commenced commercial production of Liquid Bromine at its Gujarat facility, with an annual capacity of 2,800 MT.
  • Taneja Aerospace received board approval to acquire 100% of TAAL Precision Products.
  • Goldiam International opened two ORIGEM jewellery stores in Jaipur and Noida Extension, taking its total to 28 stores.
  • Wanbury launched the 'berrysoft' baby product range across multiple states, marking its entry into paediatric dermatology.
  • Dr. Lal PathLabs invested up to Rs 30.3 crore in PathLabs Unifiers to fund the acquisition of the remaining stake in CentraPath Labs.
  • Pace Digitek received board approval to raise up to Rs 250 crore through non-convertible debentures (NCDs).
  • Puravankara signed a joint development agreement for a 12.76-acre land parcel in North Bengaluru, with an estimated GDV of Rs 2,500 crore.
  • Shraddha Prime Projects launched Pandora by Shraddha in Mumbai, booking 110 units worth around Rs 60 crore on launch day.
  • UGRO Capital shares rose 1.26% to Rs 81.03 following the reported $10 million fundraising.
  • Puravankara's FY27 project additions reached eight projects with a combined potential GDV of Rs 16,600 crore.
  • Westlife Foodworld shares rose 0.77% to Rs 585.10 as McDonald's launched its Spicy Patakha Range.

9th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended higher on October 9, with the Sensex gaining 879 points and the Nifty closing above 22,500 after the closing auction session. Broad-based buying supported the rally, with IT, FMCG and banking stocks leading sectoral gains. Midcap and smallcap indices also advanced, while Oil & Gas was the only sector to end in the red. India VIX declined over 6%, indicating easing market volatility.

  • Sensex: 72,472.33, up 879.09 points (1.23%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,520.45, up 288.65 points (1.30%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,256.65, up 741.60 points (1.36%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
ITC 266.00 +11.00 +4.31% 426.40
Apollo Hospitals 8,027.50 +361.50 +4.72% 9,070.50
Eicher Motors 7,050.00 +282.50 +4.17% 8,230.00
TCS 2,156.00 +80.00 +3.85% 3,350.00
HCL Tech 1,216.70 +39.80 +3.38% 1,780.10

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
BSE Limited 3,287.20 -47.60 -1.43% 4,446.80
Reliance 1,170.30 -7.70 -0.65% 1,611.80
JSW Steel 1,168.00 -7.20 -0.61% 1,351.00
Cipla 1,301.00 -5.80 -0.44% 1,673.00

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
Reliance 1,160.20 1,170.30
Bharat Electronics 360.50 368.15

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap 100 gained 1.45%.
  • Nifty Smallcap 100 advanced 0.56%.
  • Broader markets ended higher, with positive market breadth.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty IT index surged 3.31%, leading sectoral gains.
  • Nifty FMCG index rose 2.22%.
  • Nifty PSU Bank index advanced 1.76%.
  • Nifty Bank gained 1.36%.
  • Nifty Consumer Durables index rose 1.38%.
  • Nifty Auto index advanced 1.36%.
  • Nifty Private Bank index gained 1.35%.
  • Nifty Realty index rose 0.86%.
  • Nifty Energy index gained 0.72%.
  • Nifty Pharma index advanced 0.67%.
  • Nifty Oil & Gas index fell 0.07%, the only sectoral laggard.

Market Update

  • Regency Fincorp raises Rs 65 crore through 12% secured NCDs via private placement.
  • Organic Recycling Systems signs MoU with Aditya Birla Chemicals (Thailand)’s Advanced Materials business.
  • Subex secures three-year deal with a leading African mobile operator to deploy its HyperSense Fraud Management solution.
  • Shree Refrigerations secures multiple fresh defence orders worth over Rs 14 crore from the Indian Navy.
  • Jash Engineering secures orders worth Rs 102 crore in September 2026, taking its order book to Rs 944 crore.
  • Bajaj Finance raises Rs 510.86 crore through secured redeemable NCDs.
  • Raymond Realty makes further investment in its wholly owned subsidiary Ten X Realty North.
  • AJC Jewel Manufacturers’ arm Esthara Jewels opens its fourth showroom in Kozhikode, Kerala.
  • Baazar Style Retail opens a new Style Baazar store in West Bengal.
8th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended sharply lower on October 8, with the Nifty slipping below 22,250 and the Sensex declining over 1,000 points. The sell-off was driven by FII outflows, higher bond yields, a depreciating rupee and crude oil prices staying above $100 a barrel. Mid- and small-cap stocks also came under pressure amid margin concerns and profit booking, while all sectoral indices ended lower.

  • Sensex: 71,593.24, down 1,045.46 points (-1.44%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,231.80, down 371.25 points (-1.64%)
  • Nifty Bank: 54,515.05, down 540.50 points (-0.98%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
Infosys 997.00 +5.00 +0.50% 1,728.00
Tech Mahindra 1,496.20 +5.10 +0.34% 1,854.00
Axis Bank 1,245.00 +2.50 +0.20% 1,418.30

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Adani Enterprises 2,596.00 -147.00 -5.36% 3,245.00
JSW Steel 1,175.20 -54.80 -4.46% 1,351.00
ITC 255.00 -10.70 -4.03% 426.40
Max Healthcare 873.40 -34.60 -3.81% 1,221.90
InterGlobe Avi 4,813.10 -176.90 -3.55% 5,970.00

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
ITC 253.15 255.00
Max Healthcare 870.00 873.40
Power Grid Corp 244.65 244.65
Bharat Elec 366.20 367.30
NTPC 308.45 309.70

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap index fell more than 2%.
  • Nifty Smallcap index fell more than 2%.
  • Mid- and small-cap counters underperformed amid margin concerns and tactical profit booking.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty Auto index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty Energy index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty FMCG index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty Infra index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty Media index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty Metal index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty Oil & Gas index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty Pharma index fell 2-3%.
  • Nifty Realty index fell 2-3%.
  • All sectoral indices ended in the red.

Market Update

  • Kabra Extrusiontechnik’s GEON commissions 10 MW/20 MWh BESS project in Jaisalmer on EPC basis.
  • Kiaasa Retail opens six new stores across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Bihar ahead of the festive season
  • EMS secures LoA worth Rs 129.80 crore under the Amrut 2.0 scheme for sewerage works in Jodhpur.
  • Cranex receives LoA worth Rs 1.07 crore from South Central Railway for EOT crane supply and commissioning.
  • Tejas Networks partners with Qualcomm Technologies to demonstrate ISAC technology at IMC 2026.
  • JSW Cement commissions an additional 1 MTPA cement grinding unit in Rajasthan.
  • Cryogenic OGS receives ADNOC approval as an enlisted vendor for Industrial Strainers.
  • Shree Refrigerations secures multiple defence orders worth over Rs 14 crore from the Indian Navy.
  • LTM expands collaboration with Google Cloud to accelerate Gemini Enterprise adoption.
  • Mastek’s arm selected by Staffordshire County Council for Oracle Cloud upgrade.
  • RailTel Corporation of India wins work order worth Rs 63.81 crore from Northern Coalfields.
  • Him Teknoforge signs MoU with Richard Neumayer GmbH.

7th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended lower on October 7, snapping a two-day winning streak after the RBI raised the repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% and shifted its stance to calibrated tightening. Selling pressure remained visible through the day, particularly in rate-sensitive sectors. The RBI also raised its FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7.1% from 6.7% and inflation projection to 5.2% from 5%.

  • Sensex: 72,638.70, down 429.11 points (-0.59%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,603.05, down 173.05 points (-0.76%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,055.55, down 72.85 points (-0.13%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
Kotak Mahindra 440.00 +8.10 +1.88% 453.20
BSE Limited 3,356.00 +51.00 +1.54% 4,446.80
Bharti Airtel 1,833.90 +23.40 +1.29% 2,174.50
ICICI Bank 1,357.50 +14.70 +1.09% 1,480.00
Coal India 414.50 +2.85 +0.69% 491.25

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Adani Enterprises 2,743.00 -106.90 -3.75% 3,245.00
Titan Company 4,377.00 -173.00 -3.80% 5,186.70
Hindalco 910.85 -29.65 -3.15% 1,176.00
JSW Steel 1,230.00 -29.60 -2.35% 1,351.00
Bharat Elec 378.30 -9.10 -2.35% 473.45

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
M&M 2,800.00 2,800.00
Max Healthcare 891.60 908.00

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap index fell 0.6%.
  • Nifty Smallcap index gained 0.3%.
  • Broader markets ended mixed.

Sectoral Update

  • FMCG index fell 1-2%.
  • IT index fell 1-2%.
  • Auto index fell 1-2%.
  • Metal index fell 1-2%.
  • Realty index fell 1-2%.
  • Media and PSU Bank were the only sectors to end higher.

Market Update

  • Modern Engineering & Projects secures LoA worth Rs 113.26 crore from NINL for area grading works.
  • ITCONS e-Solutions bags contract worth Rs 1.05 crore from Indian Army.
  • PFC transfers Satara Power Transmission to Adani Energy Solutions for Rs 19.01 crore.
  • Gujarat Apollo Industries completes sale of 17.92% stake in Credo Advanced Chemicals.
  • Welspun Enterprises’ arm secures LoA worth Rs 66 crore.
  • Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences gets approval to acquire up to 22% stake in Splendid Hospitals for Rs 40 crore.
  • Sky Gold & Diamonds acquires 100% stake in Purvi Gems & Jewellery.
  • Kanohar Electricals reports over two-fold jump in Q1 net profit to Rs 27.34 crore.
  • Asset Reconstruction Company reports 54% surge in Q1 consolidated net profit.
  • RateGain’s AirGain selected by Vietnam Airlines.
  • Ramco Systems’ arm partners with Baker Tilly SM Envoy Consultancy.
  • Bharti Airtel offers free international roaming on all postpaid plans.
  • Sharvaya Metals commissions new aluminium extrusion facility at Ahilyanagar.


6th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended higher on October 6, with the Sensex gaining over 600 points and the Nifty reclaiming the 22,700 mark, supported by broad-based buying and positive global cues. Easing crude oil prices and reduced concerns over aggressive US monetary tightening aided sentiment, while investors remained focused on the RBI's monetary policy decision due tomorrow.

  • Sensex: 73,067.81, up 685.34 points (0.95%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,776.10, up 220.35 points (0.98%)
  • Nifty Bank: 55,128.40, up 414.30 points (0.76%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
Trent 2,906.00 +326.00 +12.64% 3,399.70
Kotak Mahindra 431.90 +15.90 +3.82% 453.20
HUL 1,895.20 +56.80 +3.09% 2,667.20
Nestle 1,341.40 +44.30 +3.42% 1,553.00
Jio Financial 217.90 +5.90 +2.78% 316.85

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Coal India 411.65 -13.45 -3.16% 491.25
Tech Mahindra 1,504.50 -31.40 -2.04% 1,854.00
ITC 266.70 -2.20 -0.82% 426.40
Infosys 1,013.85 -6.65 -0.65% 1,728.00
Max Healthcare 902.50 -14.50 -1.58% 1,221.90

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
Max Healthcare 892.25 902.50

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap index rose 1%.
  • Nifty Smallcap index added 1.5%.
  • Broader markets outperformed the benchmark indices.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty Realty index fell 0.7%.
  • Nifty IT index declined 0.6%.
  • Nifty PSU Bank index fell 0.3%.
  • Nifty Bank, Consumer Durable, Energy, Infra, Media, FMCG, Metal, Pharma, Oil & Gas, Private Bank and Telecom indices rose 0.5-2%.

Market Update

  • KPI Green Energy incorporates wholly owned subsidiary KPGC Three.
  • Tech Mahindra partners with Google Cloud to scale agentic AI capabilities.
  • Capacit'e Infraprojects receives LoA worth around Rs 368.98 crore from Chennai Metro Rail.
  • Interarch Building Solutions secures new order worth around Rs 61 crore.
  • Shakti Pumps receives LoE worth Rs 112.18 crore from MSEDCL.
  • Popular Vehicles & Services begins full-scale commercial operations of ‘Yanik’.
  • LEAP India makes further investment in LEAP MENA Holdings.
  • Juniper Green Energy’s arm commissions 15.5 MW wind power capacity.
  • Solex Energy’s arm secures order worth Rs 180.98 crore for solar PV modules.
  • Zodiac Energy incorporates wholly owned subsidiary.
  • Cyient establishes Intelligent Engineering Solutions to accelerate technology-led growth.


5th October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended higher on October 5, snapping a four-day losing streak, as falling crude oil prices and broad-based buying supported the market. The Nifty recovered strongly in the second half after mid-session profit booking and closed comfortably above the 22,500 mark.

  • Sensex: 72,382.47, up 472.77 points (+0.66%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,555.75, up 133.80 points (+0.60%)
  • Nifty Bank: 54,714.10, up 263.35 points (+0.48%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
ITC 268.90 +13.00 +5.08% 426.40
TMPV 288.65 +9.25 +3.31% 431.10
Shriram Finance 971.40 +26.40 +2.79% 1,153.70
Bajaj Finance 970.00 +21.70 +2.29% 1,176.40
Bharti Airtel 1,779.90 +38.80 +2.23% 2,174.50

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
HCL Tech 1,201.90 -41.20 -3.31% 1,780.10
Max Healthcare 917.00 -23.95 -2.55% 1,221.90
HDFC Bank 704.80 -16.40 -2.27% 1,020.50
Apollo Hospital 7,985.00 -148.50 -1.83% 9,070.50
Asian Paints 2,366.00 -41.00 -1.70% 2,985.70

52 Week HIGH Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W HIGH (₹) CMP (₹)
TATA Consumer Products 1,282.70 953.75
Bharat Electronics 473.45 384.85
Maruti Suzuki 17,370.00 11,532.00

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap: +0.5%
  • Nifty Smallcap: +0.5%

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty FMCG: +1.80%
  • Consumer Durables: up 0.5-2%
  • FMCG: up 0.5-2%
  • Media: up 0.5-2%
  • Infra: up 0.5-2%
  • Oil & Gas: up 0.5-2%
  • PSU Bank: up 0.5-2%
  • Telecom: up 0.5-2%
  • Realty: up 0.5-2%
  • Nifty Pharma: -0.74%
  • Pharma: ended lower

Market Update

  • Hero MotoCorp reports 12% growth in total sales in September 2026.
  • Bharat Forge secures long-term contract with Pratt & Whitney Canada.
  • C.E. Info Systems, MathWorks collaborate to support development of ADAS for Indian roads.
  • Indian equity markets trade higher in late afternoon session.
  • Knack Packaging secures new order worth around Rs 150 crore per annum.
  • Ramco Systems’ arm partners with Altron for Ramco Payce.
  • Bharti Airtel’s arm launches Airtel IQ Gateway.
  • Juniper Green Energy’s arm commissions 15.5 MW wind power capacity.
  • ITCONS E-Solutions secures new contract worth Rs 1.93 crore from EPFO.
  • Greaves Cotton’s arm launches new ‘Nexus EX+’ electric scooter.
  • Jindal Stainless renews lubricants partnership with IOCL for five years.

1st October 2026

STOCK MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

Stock market today ended lower on October 1, extending the losing streak for the fourth consecutive session, with the Nifty closing around 22,400. A depreciating rupee, elevated US Treasury yields, higher crude prices and sustained FII selling weighed on sentiment. Buying in IT stocks helped the market recover sharply from the day's low and limit losses.

  • Sensex: 71,909.70, down 570.59 points (-0.79%)
  • Nifty 50: 22,421.95, down 198.50 points (-0.88%)
  • Nifty Bank: 54,450.75, down 182.30 points (-0.33%)

Top Gainers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %GAIN 52W HIGH (₹)
ICICI Bank 1,323.00 +30.80 +2.38% 1,480.00
Kotak Mahindra 415.15 +9.15 +2.25% 453.20
Interglobe Avi 4,965.00 +93.00 +1.91% 5,970.00
Tech Mahindra 1,533.40 +22.90 +1.52% 1,854.00
Wipro 158.65 +1.86 +1.19% 273.10

Top Losers of Nifty 50

COMPANY PRICE (₹) CHANGE (₹) %LOSS 52W HIGH (₹)
Bajaj Auto 10,045.00 -829.00 -7.62% 12,470.00
Maruti Suzuki 11,386.00 -581.00 -4.86% 17,370.00
Adani Ports 1,737.80 -60.50 -3.36% 1,891.10
M&M 2,860.00 -90.00 -3.05% 3,839.90
Adani Enterpris 2,816.80 -86.60 -2.98% 3,245.00

52 Week LOW Stocks of Nifty 50

STOCK NAME 52W LOW (₹) CMP (₹)
Maruti Suzuki 11,305.00 11,386.00
M&M 2,812.00 2,860.00
ITC 254.65 255.90
NTPC 313.05 315.10
HUL 1,826.90 1,836.00

Roundup of Stock Market Today

Broader Markets

  • Nifty Midcap index fell more than 1%.
  • Nifty Smallcap index declined nearly 1%.
  • Broader indices underperformed the benchmark indices.

Sectoral Update

  • Nifty IT gained around 2%.
  • Nifty Auto fell more than 3% .
  • Metal and other sectors remained under pressure.

Market Update

  • Tech Mahindra rises 0.23% in today’s trade.
  • Prestige Estates Projects rises 0.43% in today’s trade.
  • Avantel receives a Rs 6.02 crore contract from the Ministry of Defence for comprehensive annual maintenance of satcom equipment.
  • Mahindra & Mahindra reports 14.53% rise in overall auto sales to 1,14,874 units in September 2026.
  • GPT Infraprojects rises 0.59% in today’s trade.
  • Atul Auto reports 17.16% growth in September sales to 4,104 units.
  • Milky Mist Dairy Food commissions a new 10 MW solar power plant at Arasanoor, taking total solar capacity at the location to 25 MW.
  • Schneider Electric Infrastructure rises 5.19% in today’s trade.
  • Indian Hotels Company opens Ginger Guwahati, Aerocity in Assam.
  • SML Mahindra declines 4.69% in today’s trade.
  • DCM Shriram commissions new Aluminium Chloride and Calcium Chloride facilities at Bharuch, Gujarat.
  • Yash Highvoltage rises 3.56% in today’s trade. Symbiotec Pharmalab rises 2.55% in today’s trade.
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