27th January 2025: Indian benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened lower on Monday, weighed down by combined global and domestic cues.
At the outlet bell, the BSE Sensex dropped 581.45 points (0.66%) to 75,609, simultaneously as the Nifty50 slipped 151.20 factors (0.65%) to 22,941.
Top Gainers and Losers
On the BSE Sensex, the most effective four shares traded inside the inexperienced. Hindustan Unilever led the gains with an upward thrust of 0.98%, observed by using ICICI Bank, ITC, and Asian Paints. The biggest laggards had been Zomato (down 2.39%), accompanied by way of IndusInd Bank, Tata Motors, Power Grid Corp., and Tata Steel.
Seven shares traded better on the Nifty50. Britannia Industries became the pinnacle performer, hiking 1.58%, followed by Hindustan Unilever, Dr. Reddy’s, ICICI Bank, and Nestle India. On the flip side, Shriram Finance led the losses, falling 2. 56%, followed by JSW Steel, BEL, Power Grid Corp., and IndusInd Bank.
Sectoral Performance
Most sectors traded inside the purple:
• Media Index: Biggest drag, down 2.42%
• Metal Index: Declined 1.77%
• Consumer Durables Index: Fell 1.63%
Other fundamental sectoral losers blanketed:
• Nifty Bank: Down 0.76%
• Auto: Down 0.78%
• Financial Services: Down 0.53%
• IT: Down 0.85%
• Pharma: Down 0.61%
• Private Bank: Down 0.73%
• Oil and Gas: Down 1.05%
Meanwhile, a few sectors managed to buck the trend:
• FMCG Index: Gained 0.31%
• Realty Index: Rose 0.29%
Broader Markets and Volatility
The broader markets faced good sized stress:
- Nifty Midcap one hundred: Lost 1.71%
- Nifty Smallcap one hundred: Plunged 2.91%
India’s volatility index, India VIX, spiked 6.19% to 17.78, reflecting heightened marketplace uncertainty.
Markets remain cautious as buyers digest international tendencies and home tendencies.
Disclaimer: The above article is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial or investment advice. Please consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.