The Indian equity markets wrapped up today’s session on a positive note. The Sensex closed at 84,997.13, up 0.44%, while the Nifty 50 settled at 26,053.90, higher by 0.45%. The Nifty Bank index also gained 58,385.25%, ending the day at 0.29%.
Here’s a look at the biggest highlights from today’s trading action –
Top gainers
Among individual performers, Adani Ports, NTPC, Power Grid, HCL Tech, and Tata Steel were the top gainers on the benchmark index.
Top losers
Bharat Electronics, Mahindra & Mahindra, Eicher Motors, Larsen & Toubro, and Maruti Suzuki ended lower, capping some of the day’s broader gains.
Midday movers
Sugar stocks grabbed attention after reports suggested that the government may allow sugar exports for FY26, supported by higher domestic output and lower ethanol diversion.
Blue Dart Express shares zoomed nearly 15% intraday, emerging as one of the session’s standout performers. On the other hand, asset management companies (AMCs) slipped sharply after SEBI floated a consultation paper proposing revised expense ratio norms for mutual funds.
Metals lift the market mood
Metal stocks continued their winning streak, powering the day’s uptrend. The Nifty Metal Index surged more than 2%, with SAIL jumping nearly 8% during intraday trade. Hindustan Copper, Hindustan Zinc, and NMDC also gained over 3% each, while heavyweights like Vedanta, JSW Steel, and Tata Steel traded over 2% higher during the session.
Earnings to watch on October 30
Investors will now turn their attention to key quarterly earnings scheduled for Thursday, October 30. Big names such as ITC, NTPC, Cipla, DLF, and Canara Bank are set to announce their Q2 results.