Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Closes Higher, Banking and Healthcare Lead Gains; Tech Sector Drags | 18 Jun 2026, 03:45 PM IST
By Sivam
Indian equities close higher as Nifty 50 gains 0.40% to 24182.25. Banking and Healthcare sectors drive the positive momentum, while IT stocks face selling pressure.
Indian equity benchmarks concluded Thursday’s session on a positive note, with the Nifty 50 closing at 24182.25, marking a gain of +96.55 points or +0.40%. The broader market also reflected optimism, with the NIFTY Midcap 100 advancing by +0.40% to 62374.15. Market breadth largely favored advances, as 31 out of 50 Nifty constituents (62%) ended in positive territory.
Benchmark Index Performance
| Index | Close | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24182.25 | +96.55 | +0.40% |
| Nifty Bank | 57985.85 | +400.80 | +0.70% |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 62374.15 | +250.80 | +0.40% |
Sectoral Performance and Nifty 50 Movers
Sectoral performance presented a mixed picture, yet with a clear tilt towards financial and healthcare segments. The Banking sector emerged as the strongest performer, registering a gain of +0.83%. This positive momentum was mirrored in Financial Services, which advanced by +0.72%, and Healthcare, closing +0.64% higher. Conversely, the Information Technology (IT) sector was the primary laggard, declining by a notable −1.29%, weighing on the overall market.
Among the Nifty 50 constituents, Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. (MAXHEALTH) stood out as the top gainer, surging +6.25% to ₹1090.3. This robust performance was underpinned by the company’s Q4FY26 results, reporting a 7% rise in consolidated net profit and an 11.96% increase in total income. Further boosting sentiment, Max Healthcare received approval to commence construction of Phase-I of its Max Super Specialty Hospital in Lucknow. Interglobe Aviation Ltd. (INDIGO) also saw significant upward movement, gaining +2.72% to ₹5011.3, following the commencement of flight operations from Noida International Airport.
Adani Enterprises Ltd. (ADANIENT) was another prominent gainer, rising +2.64% to close at ₹3029.8, after its Joint Venture acquired a 100% stake in Madhuvanti Build Estate. Banking heavyweights HDFC Bank Ltd. (+1.73%) and State Bank Of India (+1.61%) also contributed significantly to the Nifty’s advance.
On the downside, the IT sector’s struggles were evident, with Infosys Ltd. (INFY) leading the declines, falling −2.62% to ₹1127.4. Other IT majors, including Tech Mahindra Ltd. (−0.90%) and Wipro Ltd. (−0.85%), also experienced selling pressure. Tata Consumer Products Ltd. (−1.22%) and Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. (−1.01%) were among other significant Nifty 50 losers for the day.
Nifty 50 Top Gainers and Losers
| Company | Close (₹) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Top 10 Gainers | ||
| Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. (MAXHEALTH) | 1090.3 | +6.25% |
| Interglobe Aviation Ltd. (INDIGO) | 5011.3 | +2.72% |
| Adani Enterprises Ltd. (ADANIENT) | 3029.8 | +2.64% |
| Trent Ltd. (TRENT) | 3180.1 | +2.49% |
| Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL) | 428.8 | +2.13% |
| NTPC Ltd. (NTPC) | 362.05 | +1.83% |
| HDFC Bank Ltd. (HDFCBANK) | 800.75 | +1.73% |
| HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd. (HDFCLIFE) | 591.4 | +1.65% |
| State Bank Of India (SBIN) | 1043 | +1.61% |
| Eicher Motors Ltd. (EICHERMOT) | 7604 | +1.27% |
| Top 10 Losers | ||
| Infosys Ltd. (INFY) | 1127.4 | −2.62% |
| Tata Consumer Products Ltd. (TATACONSUM) | 1110.8 | −1.22% |
| Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. (MARUTI) | 13493 | −1.01% |
| Tech Mahindra Ltd. (TECHM) | 1449.2 | −0.90% |
| Wipro Ltd. (WIPRO) | 182.9 | −0.85% |
| Coal India Ltd. (COALINDIA) | 451.9 | −0.84% |
| Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS) | 2205.1 | −0.81% |
| Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. (KOTAKBANK) | 402.85 | −0.41% |
| Nestle India Ltd. (NESTLEIND) | 1401.8 | −0.39% |
| Shriram Finance Ltd. (SHRIRAMFIN) | 1003.8 | −0.37% |
Institutional Investment Trends
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) recorded a net inflow of +₹101.59 crore in today’s session. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) continued their strong buying spree, registering a significant net inflow of +₹1561.4 crore. This consistent DII support has been a notable feature, following a substantial +₹3189.26 crore inflow on June 15, 2026, and a smaller +0.06 crore on June 16, 2026.
As the market approaches Friday’s session, the resilience shown by banking and financial stocks, coupled with sustained DII buying, could provide underlying support. However, the continued weakness in the IT sector warrants close observation for potential shifts in investor sentiment.