The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50 both closed significantly lower on Monday, marking a rough start to the trading week.
- Sensex fell by 856.65 points (1.14%) to settle at 74,454.41, after trading in the range of 74,907.04 – 74,387.44.
- Nifty50 declined by 242.55 points (1.06%) to close at 22,553.35, after hitting a high of 22,668.05 and a low of 22,518.80 during the session.
- Nifty Smallcap100 and Midcap100: Fell 1.02% and 0.94%, respectively, signaling broader market weakness.
Impact on the stock market
Sectoral indices painted a grim picture as the majority ended in the red, barring FMCG and Auto stocks.
- Nifty IT: The biggest loser, tumbling 2.71%, led by losses in LTTS, LTIMindtree, Wipro, and HCL Tech.
- Nifty Pharma: Declined by 2.17%, impacted by overall market sentiment.
- Nifty FMCG and Nifty Auto: The only two indices that closed in the green, benefiting from defensive buying.
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| Sector/Index | Performance |
| IT & BPM sector | -2.71 |
| Healthcare sector | -0.23% |
| Oil & Gas sector | -1.10% |
| Real estate sector | -0.81% |
| PSU Bank in India | -0.29% |
Top gainers today
| Company | Price | Change % |
| MM Share Price | 2,709.20 | 1.49 |
| Dr Reddys Labs Share Price | 1,164.55 | 1.11 |
| Eicher Motors Share Price | 5,010.80 | 0.97 |
| Hero Motocorp Share Price | 3,884.85 | 0.84 |
| Kotak Mahindra Share Price | 1,966.10 | 0.67 |
Top losers today
| Company | Price | Change % |
| Wipro Share Price | 295.05 | -3.69 |
| HCL Tech Share Price | 1,644.05 | -3.33 |
| TCS Share Price | 3,675.60 | -2.92 |
| Infosys Share Price | 1,764.10 | -2.80 |
| Bharti Airtel Share Price | 1,601.30 | -2.32 |
Market aftermath: Impact on stocks
NTPC Green Energy Plunges Over 6% as Lock-in Ends
Shares of NTPC Green Energy Ltd. slumped 6% to ₹99.18, extending its losses for the second session. The drop came as the three-month shareholder lock-in period ended, making 18.33 crore shares (2% of total equity) eligible for trading.
Despite the sell-off, the company’s fundamentals remain strong. It reported a 52.3% jump in net profit (₹89.4 crore) for the latest quarter and a 4.1% revenue growth year-on-year (₹460.9 crore). However, investor sentiment remained weak, as the stock is down 17% year-to-date.
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FMCG and Pharma stocks show resilience amid market slump
While the overall market struggled, FMCG and Pharma stocks stood out as defensive plays, gaining amidst the turmoil. The Nifty FMCG index rose by 0.4%, with Varun Beverages, United Spirits, and United Breweries leading the charge.
The Nifty Pharma index also managed to stay afloat, gaining 0.2%, led by Natco Pharma, Glenmark Pharma, and Laurus Labs, which saw gains of up to 5%.
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Inox India shares fall 2% despite major industry milestone
Inox India became the first Indian firm to receive the IATF 16949 certification for cryogenic fuel tank manufacturing, a significant achievement in the automotive sector.
Despite this, the stock fell by 2%, extending its poor performance, with year-to-date losses now at 18%.
Crude oil prices fall amid hopes of supply resumption
Crude oil futures traded lower on Monday as reports suggested a likely resumption of oil exports from Kurdistan.
- Brent crude (May futures): Down 0.23% at $73.88 per barrel.
- WTI crude (April futures): Down 0.31% at $70.18 per barrel.
- March crude oil futures (MCX): Down 0.80% at ₹6099, compared to the previous close of ₹6148.
The decline comes amid geopolitical shifts, including the US initiating talks with Russia regarding the ongoing Ukraine conflict. If successful, a peace deal could lead to an increase in Russian oil supply, impacting global prices further. Meanwhile, OPEC+ is debating whether to delay the return of 2.2 million barrels per day into the market, which could keep oil supply tight in the coming months.
Conclusion: What’s next for investors?
Monday’s market rout indicates growing caution among investors as uncertainties loom over global markets and economic data. The IT and Pharma sectors bore the brunt, while FMCG stocks acted as a safe haven.
Looking ahead, investors should watch out for global cues, oil price movements, and regulatory decisions in key sectors. While today’s decline may seem daunting, it also presents opportunities for long-term investors to pick quality stocks at attractive valuations.
Will the markets recover in the coming days, or is this just the beginning of a prolonged correction? Stay tuned for further updates!
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