Market Recap: The Indian stock market witnessed mixed trends on May 28, 2025, with some stocks recording significant gains while others faced declines.
Key indices such as Nifty 50 and Sensex closed marginally lower, reflecting cautious investor sentiment. Below is a detailed analysis of the day’s market performance.
Key Indices Performance
- Nifty 50: Closed at 24,752.45, down 73.75 points (-0.30%)
- Sensex: Ended at 81,312.32, a decline of 239.31 points (-0.29%)
- Nifty Bank: Fell 64.20 points (-0.12%) to 55,417.00
- Nifty IT: Slipped 35.70 points (-0.10%) to 37,465.75
- BSE Smallcap: Dropped 257.35 points (-0.50%) to 52,122.44
The broader market underperformed, with small-cap stocks witnessing sharper losses compared to large-cap indices.
Top Gainers of the Day
Several stocks posted strong gains, led by:
| Company | Current Price (₹) | % Gain |
|---|---|---|
| LIC India | 1,519.30 | +3.65% |
| CDSL | 213.36 | +3.41% |
| IGL | 3,638.10 | +2.96% |
| Bank of India | 119.94 | +2.76% |
LIC India emerged as one of the top performers, gaining 3.65%, while CDSL and IGL also saw strong buying interest.
Top Losers of the Day
On the losing side, the following stocks faced significant declines:
| Company | Current Price (₹) | % Loss |
|---|---|---|
| Escorts Kubota | 3,373.00 | -4.51% |
| Aurobindo Pharm | 1,147.80 | -3.64% |
| Shree Cements | 29,895.00 | -3.41% |
| ITC | 420.20 | -3.16% |
Escorts Kubota was the biggest loser, dropping 4.51%, followed by Aurobindo Pharma and Shree Cements.
Most Active Stocks (F&O Segment)
The derivatives segment saw high activity in:
| Company | Price (₹) | Change (₹) | Turnover (Cr.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITC | 420.20 | -13.70 | -17,925.30 |
| LIC India | 942.00 | -70.75 | -2,140.39 |
| IFCI | 70.31 | -9.25 | -1,918.81 |
| HDFC Bank | 1,923.50 | -2.80 | -1,745.78 |
ITC was the most actively traded stock in the F&O segment, contributing significantly to the day’s turnover.
FII & DII Activity (₹ Crore)
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) showed the following trends:
May 27, 2025:
- FII Net Buy: ₹348.45 Cr
- DII Net Buy: ₹10,104.66 Cr
May 26, 2025:
- FII Net Buy: ₹135.98 Cr
- DII Net Buy: ₹1,745.72 Cr
DIIs remained net buyers, indicating strong domestic support despite FIIs showing subdued activity.
Market Outlook
The Indian markets exhibited a mildly bearish trend, with profit booking seen in select sectors. While banking and IT indices remained relatively stable, small-cap stocks faced pressure. Investors are likely awaiting further cues from global markets and domestic economic data before taking fresh positions.
Key Takeaways:
- Nifty and Sensex closed marginally lower.
- LIC India and CDSL were top gainers.
- Escorts Kubota and Aurobindo Pharma led the losers.
- DIIs continued to support the market with strong inflows.
Market participants will closely monitor upcoming economic indicators and global trends for further direction.
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