Markets at Noon: Nifty and Sensex Edge Lower Amid Mixed Signals
Indian stock markets show a slight downward trend at midday, with Nifty 50 down 0.17% and BSE Sensex down 0.19%. Steel Exchange India sees a significant share pledge, while IndiGo faces mixed analyst ratings. The overall market sentiment remains cautious as investors monitor these key stocks for potential movements in the latter half of the trading session.

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Market Overview
The Indian stock markets are showing a slight downward trend at midday. Both the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex have registered marginal losses, reflecting a cautious sentiment among investors.
| Index | Current Price | Previous Close | Change | % Change | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,816.95 | 25,860.10 | -43.15 | -0.17% | 17/12 12:00:08 |
| BSE Sensex | 84,520.50 | 84,679.86 | -159.36 | -0.19% | 17/12 12:00:15 |
Buzzing Stocks
Steel Exchange India Ltd
Catalyst Trusteeship Limited has received a pledge of 18.61 crore equity shares, representing 14.93% of the total share capital, as a debenture trustee for Vizag Profiles Private Limited.
IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd)
- Investec maintains a 'Sell' recommendation with a price target of ₹4,050, indicating a cautious outlook on the airline's near-term performance.
- Goldman Sachs keeps a 'Buy' rating but reduces the target price from ₹5,700 to ₹5,600, adjusting their valuation expectations.
Conclusion
As the trading day progresses, the markets are showing a slight bearish trend. Investors are closely watching key stocks like Steel Exchange India and IndiGo for potential movements. The pledge of shares in Steel Exchange India and the mixed analyst views on IndiGo could influence trading patterns in the second half of the session.


























