The Nifty 50 closed at 22625.15, down 96.80 points, as selling pressure in major financial stocks offset gains in IT and consumer goods on Wednesday.
Market Overview
Indian equity markets finished the session on a negative note on Wednesday, 14 October 2026. The Nifty 50 settled at 22625.15, recording a decline of −96.80 (−0.43%). The Nifty Bank index mirrored this trend, closing at 55378.10, down −102.95 (−0.19%), while the NIFTY Midcap 100 index ended at 59365.05, lower by −94.15 (−0.16%).
Index Performance
| Index | Close | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 22625.15 | −96.80 | −0.43% |
| Nifty Bank | 55378.10 | −102.95 | −0.19% |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 59365.05 | −94.15 | −0.16% |
Corporate Developments
Infosys Ltd. (INFY) remained in focus today following the announcement of a strategic collaboration with Columbia University. This partnership is set to bolster the company’s position in enterprise AI through the Infosys Topaz platform. Shares of Infosys Ltd. (INFY) responded positively, gaining +2.66% to close at ₹1090.3.
Top Market Movers
| Company | Close | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| Nestle India Ltd. | 1370 | +2.70% |
| Infosys Ltd. | 1090.3 | +2.66% |
| Shriram Finance Ltd. | 948.9 | −3.96% |
| HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd. | 541.35 | −3.33% |
