Markets at Noon: Nifty and Sensex Edge Higher, Aviation Sector Soars
By ScanX News Team
Indian markets show slight gains at midday, with Nifty 50 at 24,346.35 (+0.04%) and Sensex at 80,333.75 (+0.06%). Aviation sector leads with 3.58% gain, while Aerospace & Defense struggles at -1.46%. Vishal Mega Mart surges 9.44% on strong Q4 results, but Vilas Transcore drops 8.97% despite positive analyst coverage. Mixed performance across sectors and stocks reflects a cautious market sentiment.
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Market Overview
As of midday on April 30, 2025, Indian markets are showing a slightly positive trend. The Nifty 50 is trading at 24,346.35, up 0.04% from its previous close. Similarly, the BSE Sensex stands at 80,333.75, registering a gain of 0.06%.
Sectoral Performance
The aviation sector is leading the charge today, with an impressive average percentage change of 3.58%. Other sectors in the green include:
| Sector | Avg. Per Change |
|---|---|
| Insurance | 0.59% |
| Healthcare Services | 0.26% |
On the flip side, several sectors are facing headwinds:
| Sector | Avg. Per Change |
|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | -1.46% |
| Engineering Services | -1.42% |
| Transport Services | -1.36% |
| Banks | -1.33% |
| Consumer Services | -1.20% |
Buzzing Stocks
Several stocks are making headlines in today's trading session:
Vishal Mega Mart: The stock is up 9.44% following strong Q4 results. The company reported an 88% YoY increase in net profit to Rs 115.1 crore and a 23.2% rise in revenue to Rs 2,547.9 crore.
CEAT: Shares are trading 7.52% higher after the company announced surpassing Rs 13,000 crores in annual revenue.
Vilas Transcore: Despite positive coverage initiation by Phillip Capital, the stock is down 8.97%. Analysts cite strong positioning in India's energy sector as a key growth driver.
Shoppers Stop: The stock has fallen 6.80% after reporting a 91% drop in Q4 profit due to muted consumer demand.
Praj Industries: Shares are down 6.55% following a 56.7% YoY drop in Q4 FY25 net profit to ₹39.8 crore.
Bajaj Finserv: Despite reporting a 14% YoY increase in Q4 net profit, the stock is trading 6.02% lower.
Conclusion
As the trading day progresses, the Indian markets are showing resilience with marginal gains in major indices. The aviation sector is outperforming, while several individual stocks are seeing significant movements based on their recent financial results and analyst coverage.
