The Nifty 50 concluded the latest session at 24,986.40, marking a period of consolidation following a robust multi-week rally. While the benchmark index saw a minor retreat, institutional participation remains a key driver of market sentiment as investors look ahead to fresh economic triggers.
Index
Last
Nifty 50
24,986.40 (-0.18%)
Nifty Bank
58,850.65 (-0.40%)
Nifty Midcap 100
60,688.15 (+0.13%)
The 60-Second Version
Nifty 50 closed at 24,986.40 (-0.18%).
FIIs maintained a strong buying streak, injecting significant liquidity into Indian equities.
Nifty Pharma outperformed, gaining +1.74%, while Realty lagged.
Automobile retail sales saw a -23.8% decline in October due to a high base effect.
Vedant Poly Fabs Ltd. lists today, adding to the active IPO pipeline.
Market Snapshot
The Nifty 50’s recent performance shows resilience, with the index closing just 0.18% below its 20-session high. The broader trend remains positive, with a +6.59% gain over the last five sessions.
Date
FII Net
DII Net
06 Nov
+13,749.82
-5,968.70
05 Nov
+14,974.68
-10,444.54
04 Nov
+7,284.03
-3,712.23
03 Nov
+6,836.81
-3,678.85
02 Nov
+3,114.68
-392.20
Where the Money is Flowing
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continue to show confidence in Indian markets, with net buying activity persisting over the last five sessions. This sustained inflow contrasts with consistent domestic institutional selling, indicating a shift in institutional positioning.
Sectors and Movers
Pharma stocks led the market rally, while Realty and Financial services faced selling pressure. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. stood out among gainers, while SBI Life Insurance Company Ltd. saw the sharpest decline.
Sector
Last
Nifty Pharma
28,427.75 (+1.74%)
Nifty Auto
27,842.55 (+0.11%)
Nifty FMCG
46,729.95 (-0.12%)
Nifty PSU Bank
8,585.10 (-0.32%)
Nifty IT
32,869.65 (-0.33%)
Nifty Fin Serv
27,180.65 (-0.38%)
Nifty Realty
890.85 (-0.65%)
Symbol
Last
SUNPHARMA
1,915.00 (+2.96%)
TATASTEEL
190.20 (+2.09%)
ONGC
234.80 (+1.31%)
TMPV
295.30 (+1.13%)
ADANIPORTS
1,949.30 (+0.66%)
SBILIFE
1,764.20 (-1.11%)
INDIGO
5,417.30 (-1.07%)
BHARTIARTL
2,085.50 (-1.03%)
MAXHEALTH
926.00 (-0.86%)
INFY
1,171.60 (-0.83%)
The World and the Economy
Global trade dynamics are in focus as analysts suggest that political shifts in the US could accelerate India-US trade negotiations. Domestically, the government has advanced tax devolution transfers to states, releasing ₹1,09,019 crore to bolster fiscal positions ahead of the festive season. Meanwhile, the automobile sector reported a retail sales decline of 23.8% in October, attributed to a shift in the festive calendar compared to the previous year.
Companies, Results and IPOs
Hindalco Industries: Reported a 59% growth in consolidated net profit for the second quarter.
JSW Energy: Expanded its generation capacity by 1,784 MW since April 2026.
Vedant Poly Fabs Ltd.: The company lists its shares today following its recent IPO.
Today on the Calendar
Results: Olectra Greentech Ltd. and Whirlpool Of India Ltd. hold board meetings.
IPO: Vedant Poly Fabs Ltd. lists today.
Ex-Date: Dabur India Ltd. trades ex-dividend today (₹3.5 per share).
The sustained FII buying spree of ₹36,009 crore over the last three sessions remains the primary pillar of support for the current market valuation.
Nifty 50
24,986.40
−0.18% · −43.95 pts
Last 5 sessions
+6.59%
Nifty 50 change
Index closing levels, previous session, 8 November 2026
Index
Close
Change
Change %
NIFTY Midcap 100
60,688.15
+81.50
+0.13%
Nifty Bank
58,850.65
−235.35
−0.40%
Nifty 50
24,986.40
−43.95
−0.18%
Nifty 50: the bigger picture
Nifty 50 over recent sessions, to 8 Nov
Measure
Value
Last 5 sessions
+6.59%
Last 20 sessions
+10.95%
20-session high
25,030.35
20-session low
22,363.35
Below the 20-session high
0.18%
Current run
1 session down in a row
Top gainers
Stock
Price
Change %
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
₹1,915
+2.96%
Tata Steel Ltd.
₹190.2
+2.09%
Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd.
₹234.8
+1.31%
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd.
₹295.3
+1.13%
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd.
₹1,949.3
+0.66%
Top losers
Stock
Price
Change %
SBI Life Insurance Company Ltd.
₹1,764.2
−1.11%
Interglobe Aviation Ltd.
₹5,417.3
−1.07%
Bharti Airtel Ltd.
₹2,085.5
−1.03%
Max Healthcare Institute Ltd.
₹926
−0.86%
Infosys Ltd.
₹1,171.6
−0.83%
Sector indices, 8 November 2026, best first
Sector index
Change %
Nifty Pharma
+1.74%
Nifty Auto
+0.11%
Nifty FMCG
−0.12%
Nifty PSU Bank
−0.32%
Nifty IT
−0.33%
Nifty Financial Services
−0.38%
Nifty Realty
−0.65%
FII and DII net flows, ₹ crore (positive is net buying)