Last Updated on November 7, 2025 11:50 pm by BIZNAMA NEWS
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Domestic equity benchmarks closed marginally lower on Friday, paring early losses as selective buying in banking and financial services heavyweights lifted sentiment in the latter half of the session. Support from upbeat Q2 earnings in select counters also helped cushion the decline.
Index Overview
Sensex settled at 83,216.28, down 94.73 points or 0.11%, after a volatile session that saw an intraday high of 83,390.11 and a low of 82,670.95.
- Nifty 50 closed at 25,492.30, slipping 17 points or 0.07%.
The indices opened on a subdued note but recovered partially as investors rotated into financials and autos, offsetting weakness in IT and FMCG.
Sectoral Performance Snapshot
Financials and auto stocks led the rebound, driven by institutional buying and optimism around festive demand and credit growth. In contrast, IT and FMCG faced pressure amid global tech weakness and margin concerns.
Broader Market Moves
- Nifty Midcap 100 outperformed, gaining 374 points or 0.63%, reflecting strength in mid-tier banks, infra, and industrials.
- Nifty Smallcap 100 dipped 29 points or 0.16%, showing selective profit booking.
- Nifty 100 ended flat, indicating a neutral stance among large-cap investors. Stock Highlights
Losers: - Bharti Airtel, Tech Mahindra, Trent, HCL Tech, Hindustan Unilever, ITC, SBI, TCS, Ultratech Cement, Tata Motors PV
Gainers: - Tata Steel, Mahindra & Mahindra, ICICI Bank, BEL, Adani Ports, Infosys, PowerGrid Editorial Insight
The market’s mixed tone reflects a tug-of-war between global cues and domestic resilience. While IT and FMCG drag due to external headwinds and input cost pressures, banking and auto sectors are benefiting from cyclical tailwinds and festive momentum. Midcaps continue to attract investor interest, signaling confidence in India’s broader growth story.
With earnings season underway and macro data in focus, investors may remain selective, favoring sectors with strong fundamentals and visibility.
