Market Wrap: Nifty and Sensex Close in Red Amid Mixed Sectoral Performance
By ScanX News Team
Indian stock markets ended in red on Thursday, with Nifty 50 down 0.22% at 25,453.40 and Sensex down 0.18% at 83,409.69. Education sector outperformed with 4.99% gain, while Packaging sector was the biggest loser at -7.25%. Baazar Style Retail Ltd. buzzed despite 8.31% fall, reporting 37% YoY revenue growth. Market breadth was slightly positive with 2,225 advancing stocks versus 2,155 declining.
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Market Overview
The Indian stock markets closed on a negative note on Thursday, July 3, 2025, with both benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex, ending in the red. The Nifty 50 closed at 25,453.40, down 56.10 points or 0.22%, while the BSE Sensex finished at 83,409.69, shedding 152.64 points or 0.18%.
Sectoral Performance
The day saw a mixed performance across various sectors:
Top Performing Sectors
| Sector | Avg. Percentage Change |
|---|---|
| Education | 4.99% |
| Castings, Forgings & Fasteners | 2.74% |
| Diversified | 2.12% |
| Engineering Services | 1.25% |
| Diamond, Gems and Jewellery | 1.05% |
Top Losing Sectors
| Sector | Avg. Percentage Change |
|---|---|
| Packaging | -7.25% |
| Printing & Stationery | -4.00% |
| Aviation | -1.23% |
| Capital Goods - Electrical Equipment | -1.12% |
| Insurance | -0.89% |
Buzzing Stocks
Baazar Style Retail Ltd. was in focus today, despite closing 8.31% lower at ₹295. The company reported a 37% year-over-year increase in standalone revenue from operations for Q1 FY26, reaching ₹377.7 crore. The retailer opened 22 new stores in June and plans to add up to 50 stores annually over the next two years, focusing on tier 2-4 cities. Sales per square feet reached ₹664 per month for the quarter.
Market Breadth
The overall market breadth was slightly positive:
| Category | Number of Scrips |
|---|---|
| Total | 4,380 |
| Positive | 2,225 |
| Negative | 2,155 |
Conclusion
In summary, the Indian stock market closed lower on July 3, 2025, with a slight negative bias. While sectors like Education and Castings showed strength, Packaging and Printing & Stationery faced significant pressure. The market breadth remained marginally positive, indicating a balanced sentiment among investors.
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