Indian equity markets staged a robust recovery on Monday, snapping a four-day losing streak as investors engaged in value buying across heavyweight stocks. The Nifty 50 climbed 153.20 points to settle at 22,753.20 (+0.68%), while the Nifty Bank and Nifty Midcap 100 indices also registered gains, reflecting a broad-based improvement in sentiment despite lingering global uncertainties.
The 60-Second Version
The Nifty 50 closed at 22,753.20, marking a recovery of +0.68%.
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned net buyers, providing a crucial floor for the market.
Pharma and IT sectors outperformed, with Nifty Pharma rising +1.76%.
34 Nifty 500 companies, including Bajaj Auto and Cipla, are scheduled to report quarterly results today.
Three new IPOs—Wiscon Industries, SFC Environmental, and BLS Polymers—open for subscription today.
Market Snapshot
Index
Last
Nifty 50
22,753.20 (+0.68%)
Nifty Bank
54,366.70 (+0.15%)
Nifty Midcap 100
56,465.40 (+1.19%)
The market trend remains cautious, with the Nifty 50 closing -1.70% lower over the last five sessions. The index is currently trading -1.70% below its 20-session high of 23,146.15.
Where the Money is Flowing
Institutional activity has been a focal point for market participants. Over the last three sessions, FIIs have recorded a net outflow of ₹4,034 crore, while DIIs have provided significant support with a net inflow of ₹8,736 crore. This divergence highlights the domestic institutional resilience currently anchoring the market.
Sectors and Movers
Sector
Last
Nifty Pharma
25,774.25 (+1.76%)
Nifty IT
32,273.05 (+0.87%)
Nifty Realty
789.70 (+0.68%)
Symbol
Company
Last
DRREDDY
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories
1,310.90 (+6.62%)
JSWSTEEL
JSW Steel
1,260.00 (+6.28%)
SHRIRAMFIN
Shriram Finance
825.00 (-4.62%)
TATACONSUM
Tata Consumer
936.50 (-2.84%)
The World and the Economy
Global sentiment remains fragile as investors brace for a week of high-stakes monetary policy decisions from the US Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank, and the Bank of Japan. Asian markets largely traded lower on Monday, reflecting concerns over energy supply constraints and geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The Indian Rupee weakened against the US Dollar, ending the session at 95.20.
Companies and Corporate Actions
Hindustan Organic Chemicals has announced registration for the sale of 92.258 acres of land at Rasayani to BPCL.
Sona BLW Precision Forgings held an analyst/investor meeting, with outcomes filed under regulatory disclosures.
Thomas Cook’s subsidiary, Sterling, has opened a new resort in Bandhavgarh, Madhya Pradesh, expanding its wildlife tourism footprint.
L&T Technology Services trades ex-dividend today, with a payout of ₹20 per share.
Today on the Calendar
The results season continues today with 34 Nifty 500 companies scheduled to hold board meetings. Key names include Bajaj Auto, Cipla, ACC, and Concord Biotech. In the primary market, three IPOs open for subscription: Wiscon Industries (band ₹194–204), SFC Environmental (band ₹313–330), and BLS Polymers (band ₹142–150). Meanwhile, Core4 Engineers closes its subscription window today.
Domestic institutional support remains the primary buffer against global volatility, with DIIs absorbing significant FII outflows over the past three sessions.
Nifty 50
22,753.20
+0.68% · +153.20 pts
Last 5 sessions
−1.70%
Nifty 50 change
Index
Close
Change
Change %
Nifty Bank
54,366.70
+79.35
+0.15%
Nifty 50
22,753.20
+153.20
+0.68%
NIFTY Midcap 100
56,465.40
+664.75
+1.19%
Index closing levels, previous session, 26 October 2026
Nifty 50: the bigger picture
Measure
Value
Last 5 sessions
−1.70%
Last 20 sessions
−1.34%
20-session high
23,146.15
20-session low
22,231.80
Below the 20-session high
1.70%
Current run
1 session up in a row
Nifty 50 over recent sessions, to 26 Oct
Stock
Price
Change %
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.
₹1,310.9
+6.62%
JSW Steel Ltd.
₹1,260
+6.28%
BSE Ltd.
₹3,359
+3.97%
Hero MotoCorp Ltd.
₹5,199
+3.01%
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
₹290.4
+3.00%
Top gainers
Stock
Price
Change %
Shriram Finance Ltd.
₹825
−4.62%
Tata Consumer Products Ltd.
₹936.5
−2.84%
Bajaj Finance Ltd.
₹918.7
−1.10%
HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd.
₹519
−0.91%
HDFC Bank Ltd.
₹688.05
−0.69%
Top losers
Sector index
Change %
+1.76%
+0.87%
+0.68%
+0.44%
+0.29%
+0.28%
+0.21%
Sector indices, 26 October 2026, best first
Session
FII net
DII net
26 Oct
−1,462
+2,610
23 Oct
+888
+3,235
22 Oct
−3,459
+2,891
Last 3 sessions
−4,034
+8,736
FII and DII net flows, ₹ crore (positive is net buying)
On the calendar today, Tuesday, 27 October
Company
Also considering a dividend
Allied Blenders And Distillers Ltd.
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ACC Ltd.
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Acutaas Chemicals Ltd.
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AWL Agri Business Ltd.
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Bajaj Auto Ltd.
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Capri Global Capital Ltd.
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Cipla Ltd.
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Concord Biotech Ltd.
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Gravita India Ltd.
Yes
Home First Finance Company India Ltd.
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Honeywell Automation India Ltd.
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Indiamart Intermesh Ltd.
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Results due on Tuesday, 27 October (12 of 34 shown)