The Indian equity market ended with slight gains on 23 October 2025, as Nifty 50 hovered near flat lines in late trading while several small and midcap stocks experienced extreme swings. Market sentiment reflected cautious optimism, with pronounced divergences among top gainers and losers.
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Nifty 50 Posts Marginal Rise
Nifty 50 concluded the session at 25,891.40, up just 22.80 points or 0.09% from previous close. The index opened at 26,057.20 and touched a high of 26,104.20, while the lowest point recorded was 25,862.45. Sectoral indices displayed mixed trends, with Nifty Next 50 slipping by 0.12% even as Nifty Bank and Nifty Financial Services made incremental advances.
Key Gainers: Stellar Rallies in Select Names
Despite broader index consolidation, a few stocks demonstrated extraordinary upward movement. Bhageria and Sikko both soared by 20%, closing at Rs. 233.59 and Rs. 124.21 respectively, on robust trading volumes. FCSSOFT, Coastcorp, and Kitex maintained the day’s trend of high double-digit gains witnessed in their earlier sessions, with Kitex closing at Rs. 215.02 after a 15.12% surge. These moves point to ongoing investor focus on high-beta stocks and potential momentum plays.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BHAGERIA | 233.59 | 20.00% | 87.74 | 194.34 |
| SIKKO | 124.21 | 20.00% | 14.06 | 16.80 |
| COASTCORP | 44.80 | 19.98% | 34.43 | 15.36 |
| FCSSOFT | 2.53 | 19.91% | 638.11 | 15.95 |
| KITEX | 215.02 | 15.12% | 138.75 | 296.51 |
Top Losers: Deep Cuts in Select Counters
On the losing end, CAPTRU-RE1 slumped 17.33% to Rs. 5.82, and ZEEMEDIA dropped over 10% despite heavy trading interest. IFBAGRO lost 9.55%, and both Gallantt and Krishana saw steeper falls of more than 9%, which included significant value turnover in Gallantt (Rs. 86.63 crore) and Krishana (Rs. 26.40 crore). This highlights aggressive profit-taking and waning momentum in certain pockets.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPTRU-RE1 | 5.82 | -17.33% | 1.19 | 0.07 |
| ZEEMEDIA | 10.21 | -10.12% | 180.72 | 18.81 |
| IFBAGRO | 1,015.20 | -9.55% | 0.57 | 6.08 |
| GALLANTT | 540.00 | -9.34% | 15.95 | 86.63 |
| KRISHANA | 532.85 | -9.33% | 4.77 | 26.40 |
Trading View: Cautious Optimism, High Volatility
The session’s marginal index gain underscored cautious market sentiment, with traders balancing risk amid uncertain global and local cues. Intense activity in both advancing and declining counters suggests continued stock-specific trading, where only high-conviction themes continued to attract substantial investment flows.
Conclusion: 23 October 2025
23 October 2025’s closing bell marked a session of subdued index movement but remarkable volatility in several stocks. While key indices barely advanced, sharp upswings and steep drops in select names exposed both the opportunities and hazards in the current Indian market landscape.
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