Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Gains 71 Points as Midcaps Lead Friday Market Recovery | 18 Sept 2026, 03:45 PM IST
Key Highlights
The Nifty 50 closed at 23,341.85 on Friday, 18 September 2026, recording a 0.31% gain. Midcap stocks outperformed, driving broad market sentiment higher.
Market Overview
Indian equity markets settled on a positive note for the session ending Friday, 18 September 2026. The closed at 23,341.85, marking an increase of +71.25 points or +0.31%. The Nifty Bank index finished at 56,360.20, up +304.45 points or +0.54%. The Nifty Midcap 100 index outperformed, closing at 62,039.90, a gain of +607.80 points or +0.99%.
Index Performance
| Index | Close | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 23341.85 | +71.25 | +0.31% |
| Nifty Bank | 56360.20 | +304.45 | +0.54% |
| Nifty Midcap 100 | 62039.90 | +607.80 | +0.99% |
Corporate Developments
UltraTech Cement Ltd. (ULTRACEMCO) saw positive movement, closing at 10,984 with a +2.04% gain. The company announced a management change and the entry of the Aditya Birla Group into the wires and cables business via Ultravolt, housed under UltraTech Cement. Bajaj Finance Ltd. (BAJFINANCE) also closed higher at 1,034.9, up +1.96%, following the successful raising of ₹2,050.02 crore and ₹5,000 crore via NCDs.
Top Movers
| Company | Close | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| HDFC Bank Ltd. | 731.2 | +2.55% |
| Ultratech Cement Ltd. | 10984 | +2.04% |
| TCS | 2104.9 | −3.89% |
| Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles | 303.8 | −3.40% |
What to Watch
Investors should monitor and flow trends, given the recent net selling by FIIs, which reached ₹3,208.76 crore on 17 September 2026. Market participants will also look for further sector-specific updates when trading resumes.