The Indian equity market closed on a subdued note today, with the Nifty 50 index slipping by 0.25% to settle at 19,395.3 points. The index opened flat at 19,457.4 points but failed to hold on to its gains throughout the session, touching a low of 19,378.35 points before recovering slightly.
The bearish trend was evident in the price action, with the index making lower highs and lower lows. This suggests that the selling pressure is still strong, and the index could continue to slide in the near term.
Sectoral indices were mixed, with Nifty Bank, Nifty Auto, and Bank Nifty managing to close in the green. However, Nifty FMCG, Nifty Oil and Gas, and Nifty IT tanked the most.
Broad market indices outperformed the benchmark Nifty 50, with Nifty Smallcap 100 down by 0.24% and Nifty Midcap 100 up by 0.22%.
The top gainers today were M&M, Apollo Hospitals, Coal India, Power Grid, and IndusInd Bank. The top losers were Adani Enterprises, Hindustan Unilever, Adani Ports, Tata Consumer, and ONGC.
The Nifty 50 is currently in a bearish trend, and the selling pressure persists. The index could continue to slide in the near term. However, the broad market indices have outperformed the benchmark, suggesting that there may be some pockets of strength. Investors should continue to exercise caution and avoid taking on excessive risk.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. It is based on several secondary sources on the internet and is subject to changes. Please consult an expert before making related decisions.
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