Indian equity markets ended Tuesday’s session, 27 January 2026 on a positive note, with benchmark indices extending gains in the final hour of trade. Supported by strong buying in banking, metals, and infrastructure stocks, the Nifty 50 closed at 25,175.40, up 126.75 points (0.51%), as of 3:30 PM IST on 27 January 2026. Broader market sentiment remained constructive, aided by sectoral strength in financials.
Nifty 50 Closing Snapshot: Bulls Strengthen Grip
The index opened at 25,063.35, scaled an intraday high of 25,246.65, and touched a low of 24,932.55, reflecting a steady upward trajectory through the session.
Other key indices also posted solid gains:
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Nifty Next 50: 66,696.55 (+0.66%)
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Nifty Financial Services: 27,058.00 (+0.88%) -
Nifty Bank: 59,205.45 (+1.25%)
Nifty Financial Services: 27,058.00 (+0.88%)The outperformance of banking stocks emerged as a key driver for the day’s rally.
Top Gainers: Adani Enterprises, Axis Bank Lead from the Front
Heavyweights and cyclical stocks dominated the gainers’ list:
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Adani Enterprises surged 5.30% to ₹1,963.00, emerging as the top performer with strong volumes.
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Axis Bank jumped 5.09% to ₹1,322.00, buoyed by sustained investor interest in private sector banks.
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JSW Steel climbed 4.55% to ₹1,223.20, tracking strength in metal counters.
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Adani Ports advanced 4.33% to ₹1,365.00, extending momentum in infrastructure stocks.
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Grasim Industries gained 3.66% to ₹2,860.00, supported by buying in diversified conglomerates.
JSW Steel climbed 4.55% to ₹1,223.20, tracking strength in metal counters.The rally in these stocks provided the bulk of the upside momentum for the benchmark.
Top Losers: M&M, Asian Paints Drag on the Index
Despite the broader market strength, select heavyweight stocks witnessed profit-booking:
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Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) declined 4.25% to ₹3,392.90, remaining the biggest laggard.
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Asian Paints slipped 2.80% to ₹2,628.00, reflecting weakness in consumption-linked stocks.
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Kotak Mahindra Bank fell 2.58% to ₹411.90, underperforming its banking peers.
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Max Healthcare eased 1.64% to ₹975.10.
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Maruti Suzuki lost 1.50% to ₹15,237.00, extending pressure on auto majors.
Kotak Mahindra Bank fell 2.58% to ₹411.90, underperforming its banking peers.Losses in autos and select defensives capped sharper gains in the indices.
Market Mood: Financials in Spotlight, Sectoral Rotation Visible
Market experts observed clear sectoral rotation, with investors favouring banks, metals, and infrastructure while trimming exposure in autos and consumer stocks. The sharp outperformance of Nifty Bank (+1.25%) highlights growing confidence in financial counters.
Conclusion: 27 January 2026
The Nifty 50’s close above 25,175 signals strengthening bullish momentum, supported by strong participation from heavyweights such as Adani Enterprises, Axis Bank, and JSW Steel. However, persistent weakness in stocks like M&M, Asian Paints, and Maruti suggests that the market remains selective rather than uniformly bullish. Going forward, earnings cues and global developments are likely to guide the next directional move.
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