Based on 27 October 2026 closing prices, the Nifty 50 finished the session at 22,749.75, recording a marginal decline of −0.02%. This narrow movement masks a broader divergence in the market, where midcap strength provided a counterbalance to the selling pressure observed in the banking sector.

Nifty 50
22,749.75
−0.02% · −3.45 pts
Last 5 sessions
−0.61%
Nifty 50 change

The 60-Second Version

  • The Nifty 50 index closed at 22,749.75, down −0.02%.
  • Nifty Midcap 100 outperformed, gaining +1.00% to reach 57,029.90.
  • FIIs were net buyers at ₹4,240.39 crore, while DIIs were net sellers at ₹1,250.03 crore.
  • Thirty companies from the Nifty 500 are scheduled to report their results today.
  • Six IPOs are either opening for bidding or listing on the exchanges this morning.

How Yesterday Ended

The Nifty 50 closed at 22,749.75, retreating −3 points in a session that saw the index struggle for direction. Over the last five sessions, the benchmark has declined −0.61%, and the 20-session trend shows a pullback of −1.69%. The index currently sits −1.71% below its 20-session high of 23,146.15, marking one consecutive session of losses.

Index Close Change Change %
Nifty Bank 53,974.90 −391.80 −0.72%
Nifty 50 22,749.75 −3.45 −0.02%
NIFTY Midcap 100 57,029.90 +564.50 +1.00%
Index closing levels, previous session, 27 October 2026

Nifty 50: the bigger picture

Measure Value
Last 5 sessions −0.61%
Last 20 sessions −1.69%
20-session high 23,146.15
20-session low 22,231.80
Below the 20-session high 1.71%
Current run 1 session down in a row
Nifty 50 over recent sessions, to 27 Oct

The Money Trail

Institutional activity remained active as Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned net buyers, injecting a net total of ₹4,240.39 crore into the market on 27 October. Conversely, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) recorded a net outflow of ₹1,250.03 crore. Over the last five trading sessions, the cumulative net flow stands at a positive ₹1,229 crore for FIIs and a robust ₹9,101 crore for DIIs, suggesting domestic support remains a key pillar for the current market structure.

Session FII net DII net
27 Oct +4,240 −1,250
26 Oct −1,462 +2,610
23 Oct +888 +3,235
22 Oct −3,459 +2,891
21 Oct +1,022 +1,614
Last 5 sessions +1,229 +9,101
FII and DII net flows, ₹ crore (positive is net buying)

Stocks in Focus

Market breadth was highlighted by significant moves in large-cap names. Tata Consumer Products Ltd. (TATACONSUM) led the gainers with a rise of +6.78% to close at ₹1,000. Bharti Airtel Ltd. (BHARTIARTL) followed with a +3.20% gain to ₹1,978.8, while Bajaj Auto Ltd. (BAJAJ-AUTO) climbed +3.17% to ₹10,390. On the downside, Asian Paints Ltd. (ASIANPAINT) fell −1.94% to ₹2,277, and Coal India Ltd. (COALINDIA) dropped −1.73% to ₹398. Additionally, a block deal was executed for TVSHLTD, involving ₹824 crore at a price of ₹10,905 per share.

Stock Price Change %
Tata Consumer Products Ltd. ₹1,000 +6.78%
Bharti Airtel Ltd. ₹1,978.8 +3.20%
Bajaj Auto Ltd. ₹10,390 +3.17%
BSE Ltd. ₹3,441.1 +2.44%
Trent Ltd. ₹2,820.6 +2.42%
Top gainers
Stock Price Change %
Asian Paints Ltd. ₹2,277 −1.94%
Coal India Ltd. ₹398 −1.73%
Grasim Industries Ltd. ₹2,900.8 −1.67%
State Bank Of India ₹945.1 −1.63%
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. ₹2,496.9 −1.50%
Top losers

Sectors to Watch

Sectoral performance was mixed, with specific areas showing distinct momentum. While the Nifty Bank index struggled, declining −0.72% to 53,974.90, other segments saw gains. The data reflects that investors are rotating capital, favoring specific growth-oriented sectors over banking and financial services.

Sector index Change %
+1.94%
+1.91%
+1.48%
+0.74%
+0.41%
−0.26%
−0.62%
Sector indices, 27 October 2026, best first

Today on the Calendar

The corporate calendar for Wednesday, 28 October, is dense with activity. Thirty Nifty 500 companies are scheduled to hold board meetings to discuss results, including Adani Enterprises Ltd., Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd., and Bandhan Bank Ltd. In the primary market, Ajwa Projects Ltd., Carver Roboweld Ltd., and MK Sons Fine Jewels Ltd. open for bidding. Meanwhile, Jio Platforms Ltd. and Paras Healthcare Ltd. are set to list today. Investors should also note that Cyient Ltd. and Nippon Life India Asset Management Ltd. are trading ex-dividend today.

Stock Value Price
TVSHLTD ₹824 cr ₹10,905
Block deals, 27 Oct

On the calendar today, Wednesday, 28 October

Company Also considering a dividend
Acme Solar Holdings Ltd. —
Adani Enterprises Ltd. —
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. —
Anant Raj Ltd. —
Bandhan Bank Ltd. —
Birlasoft Ltd. Yes
CarTrade Tech Ltd. —
Craftsman Automation Ltd. —
City Union Bank Ltd. —
eClerx Services Ltd. —
Force Motors Ltd. —
GMR Airports Ltd. —
Results due on Wednesday, 28 October (12 of 30 shown)
Company What happens Price band
Ajwa Projects Ltd. Opens for bidding —
Carver Roboweld Ltd. Opens for bidding ₹76 to ₹80
MK Sons Fine Jewels Ltd. Opens for bidding ₹153 to ₹162
EAAA India Alternatives Ltd. Last day to bid ₹1585 to ₹1665
Jio Platforms Ltd. Lists on the exchanges ₹1065 to ₹1119
Paras Healthcare Ltd. Lists on the exchanges ₹660 to ₹693
IPOs on the calendar
Company Event Detail
Cyient Ltd. dividend ₹12 per share
Nippon Life India Asset Management Ltd. dividend ₹9.5 per share
Trading ex-date

Market participants will watch the 9:15 open to see if the positive momentum in the Nifty Midcap 100 can sustain the broader index above the 22,700 level.