Nifty and Sensex Close Higher as Engineering Services Shine
Indian indices ended positively with Nifty 50 at 25,158.55 (+0.45%) and Sensex at 82,107.17 (+0.41%). Engineering Services led gains (+2.89%), while Energy sector plummeted (-12.08%). SpiceJet surged 18% on new route announcements. Market breadth was slightly negative with 2,351 declining stocks out of 4,539 traded.
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Market Wrap: Positive Close for Indian Indices
The Indian stock markets ended the day on a positive note, with both the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closing in the green. The overall market sentiment was mixed, with sectoral performances varying widely.
Market Overview
| Index | Closing Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,158.55 | +112.40 | +0.45% |
| BSE Sensex | 82,107.17 | +333.51 | +0.41% |
Both benchmark indices showed strength, with the Nifty 50 crossing the 25,150 mark and the Sensex surpassing 82,100 levels.
Sectoral Performance
The market witnessed a stark contrast in sector performances:
Top Performing Sectors
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Engineering Services | +2.89% |
| Aviation | +1.36% |
| Aerospace & Defense | +1.05% |
| Insurance | +0.90% |
Top Losing Sectors
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Energy | -12.08% |
| Commercial Services | -11.11% |
| Forest Materials | -7.78% |
| Leisure Services | -7.28% |
| Transport Services | -6.52% |
Buzzing Stocks
Several stocks made headlines today:
- SpiceJet: Shares surged 18% following the announcement of new domestic routes for the winter season.
- Prestige Estates: The stock jumped over 5% after reporting record-high sales in H1 FY26.
- GM Breweries: Reported a 61% increase in net profit, leading to a 15% stock price surge.
- Lupin: Announced plans for a $250 million pharmaceutical plant in Coral Springs, focusing on respiratory medicines.
Market Breadth
| Category | Number of Scrips |
|---|---|
| Total Traded | 4,539 |
| Positive | 2,188 |
| Negative | 2,351 |
The market breadth was slightly negative, with more stocks declining than advancing.
Conclusion
The Indian markets closed on a positive note despite mixed sectoral performances. Engineering Services led the gains, while Energy faced the steepest decline. Notable movements in aviation and real estate stocks contributed to the day's trading dynamics.
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