Mumbai: On 28 August 2025, Indian equities ended notably lower as benchmark indices declined sharply, reflecting widespread profit-booking and negative sentiment across sectors. While select stocks managed to post impressive gains, a majority of performers registered losses, signalling increased volatility and caution among investors.
Nifty 50 and Major Index Summary on 28 August 2025
The Nifty 50 closed at 24,500.90, down 211.15 points or 0.85%. The index opened at 24,695.80, touched a high of 24,702.65, and slipped to a low of 24,481.60. Other indices mirrored this downtrend: Nifty Next 50 dropped 1.29%, Nifty Financial Services lost 1.20%, and Nifty Bank declined 1.16%, underscoring the broad-based market weakness.
Top Gainers
| Symbol | LTP | CHNG | %CHNG | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Crores) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELGIRUBCO | 72.00 | 8.69 | 13.73 | 14.02 | 10.06 |
| GSS | 31.84 | 3.53 | 12.47 | 36.67 | 12.18 |
| INDBANK | 35.75 | 3.95 | 12.42 | 7.34 | 2.58 |
| VTL | 445.90 | 47.60 | 11.95 | 256.67 | 1,134.99 |
| KAUSHALYA | 1,071.75 | 111.25 | 11.58 | 0.12 | 1.30 |
Despite the broader market decline, stocks such as ELGIRUBCO and GSS led the gainers’ list, both with over 12% gains. VTL stood out with exceptional volume and turnover, indicating strong buying interest even on a bearish day.
Top Losers
| Symbol | LTP | CHNG | %CHNG | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Crores) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KRITIKA | 7.70 | -0.85 | -9.94 | 4.35 | 0.34 |
| UNIVASTU | 250.00 | -23.90 | -8.73 | 3.74 | 9.60 |
| GEMAROMA | 292.00 | -27.05 | -8.48 | 24.20 | 73.02 |
| AARON | 199.60 | -18.05 | -8.29 | 0.86 | 1.77 |
| FIBERWEB | 44.25 | -3.80 | -7.91 | 2.17 | 0.98 |
Losses were widespread, with KRITIKA falling nearly 10% and UNIVASTU and GEMAROMA shedding over 8%. Heavy profit booking and risk-aversion were evident, especially in stocks with higher recent volatility.
Conclusion
The session closed with a decisive downturn across major indices as sellers dominated proceedings. While a handful of stocks managed to resist the tide with double-digit gains, market breadth favored decliners, highlighting cautious sentiment and selective participation. As volatility persists, investors are urged to remain vigilant, closely monitoring price trends and sectoral shifts.
