Market Highlights: Nifty 50 Falls 1.26% As Auto Stocks Lead Broad Market Sell-Off Today | 01 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST
By ThePip Desk
As of Thursday, 1 October 2026, intraday, the Nifty 50 trades at 22,335.10, down 1.26% as heavy selling pressure hits the automotive sector during trade.
Market Snapshot
As of Thursday, 1 October 2026, intraday, Indian equity markets are witnessing a sharp correction. The Nifty 50 is trading at 22,335.10, reflecting a decline of −1.26% or −285 points. Broader market sentiment remains weak, with the NIFTY Midcap 100 index falling −1.60%, shedding −950 points.
Index Performance
| Index | Level | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 22,335.10 | −1.26% |
| Nifty Bank | 54,400.50 | −0.43% |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 58,382.55 | −1.60% |
Top Movers
Despite the broader downturn, specific stocks are bucking the trend. HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd. leads the gainers, trading up +1.78% at ₹530.5. Conversely, the automotive sector is facing significant headwinds. Bajaj Auto Ltd. is the top loser, currently trading at ₹10,053, down −7.55%.
| Top Gainer | Price | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| HDFCLIFE | 530.5 | +1.78% |
| HDFCBANK | 716.9 | +1.16% |
| INFY | 1005.5 | +1.15% |
Institutional Activity
Data from the previous session, 30 September 2026, shows a contrast in institutional participation. Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) were net sellers at −10,148.41 cr, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DII) provided support with net buying of +11,271.73 cr.