Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Ends Lower at 23349 as Markets Face Selling Pressure | 22 Sept 2026, 03:45 PM IST
By ThePip Desk
The Nifty 50 settled at 23349.50, down 0.28% on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Investors weighed mixed corporate news against persistent selling in key sectors.
Market Overview
Indian equity markets concluded the session on a negative note on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The Nifty 50 finished at 23349.50, reflecting a decline of −64.80 points or −0.28%. The Nifty Bank index also faced headwinds, closing at 56280.95, down −189.70 points or −0.34%. The Nifty Midcap 100 index mirrored this sentiment, settling at 61897.40, a loss of −115.70 points or −0.19%.
Index Performance
| Index | Close | Change | Change% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 23349.50 | −64.80 | −0.28% |
| Nifty Bank | 56280.95 | −189.70 | −0.34% |
| Nifty Midcap 100 | 61897.40 | −115.70 | −0.19% |
Top Movers
Coal India Ltd. emerged as the top gainer, rising +3.13% to ₹427.7, despite reports of a 5.7% decline in coal production during August. Conversely, Trent Ltd. led the losers, dropping −1.72% to ₹2767. In the aviation sector, Interglobe Aviation Ltd. gained +1.84% following the announcement of new non-stop flights between Gaya and Bangkok.
Institutional Activity
Recent data indicates FIIs net sold ₹576.2 crore on September 21, 2026, while DIIs provided support with a net purchase of ₹2797.27 crore.