Markets at Noon: Nifty and Sensex Dip Slightly, Diamond Sector Shines
By ScanX News Team
Indian markets show a slight downward trend at midday on July 7, 2025, with Nifty 50 at 25,441.40 (-0.08%) and Sensex at 83,368.11 (-0.08%). Diamond, Gems and Jewellery sector outperforms with a 15.09% gain, while Printing & Stationery sector faces pressure (-2.84%). Equitas Small Finance Bank is in focus despite a 5.31% decline, reporting positive YoY growth in advances and deposits.
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Market Overview
The Indian stock markets are showing a slight downward trend at midday on July 7, 2025. Both the NSE Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex are experiencing marginal declines, reflecting a cautious sentiment among investors.
The Nifty 50 is currently trading at 25,441.40, down 19.60 points or 0.08% from its previous close of 25,461.00. Similarly, the BSE Sensex stands at 83,368.11, showing a decrease of 64.78 points or 0.08% from its last closing value of 83,432.89.
Sectoral Performance
Top Performing Sectors
| Sector | Avg. Per Change |
|---|---|
| Diamond, Gems and Jewellery | 15.09% |
| Cables | 4.56% |
| Telecomm Equipment & Infra Services | 2.41% |
| Healthcare Services | 0.52% |
| Food Products | 0.48% |
Top Losing Sectors
| Sector | Avg. Per Change |
|---|---|
| Printing & Stationery | -2.84% |
| Capital Goods - Electrical Equipment | -2.22% |
| Castings, Forgings & Fasteners | -2.19% |
| Education | -1.17% |
| Aviation | -1.07% |
Buzzing Stocks
Equitas Small Finance Bank is in focus today, despite a 5.31% decline in its stock price. The bank has reported positive year-on-year growth in both gross advances and total deposits as of June 30. Gross advances increased by 9.07% compared to the same period last year, while provisional total deposits saw an impressive 18.27% year-on-year growth. The stock is currently trading at ₹64.32.
Conclusion
As the trading day progresses, the markets are showing a slight negative bias. The Diamond, Gems and Jewellery sector is outperforming significantly, while Printing & Stationery faces the most pressure. Investors are closely watching the banking sector, particularly small finance banks, as they report their quarterly business updates.
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