Mumbai: The Indian stock market witnessed a mild correction on 1 August 2025, as benchmark indices traded in the red during the afternoon session. At 12:30 PM IST, the Nifty 50 was down 101.90 points (-0.41%), trading at 24,666.45. The index opened at 24,734.90, hit a high of 24,784.15, and touched an intraday low of 24,644.05.
Other key indices also faced selling pressure:
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Nifty Next 50: 66,630.20 (−465.95, −0.69%) -
Nifty Financial Services: 26,585.20 (−64.75, −0.24%)
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Nifty Bank: 55,820.85 (−141.10, −0.25%)
Nifty Next 50: 66,630.20 (−465.95, −0.69%)Top Gainers on NSE
Despite the broader weakness, several stocks outperformed significantly:
| Stock | LTP (₹) | Change (₹) | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hester Bio | 2,259.60 | +310.40 | +15.92% | 1.09 | 23.44 |
| KIOCL | 355.15 | +37.25 | +11.72% | 70.44 | 248.99 |
| Nelcast | 174.61 | +17.53 | +11.16% | 68.77 | 119.53 |
| Skipper | 533.05 | +47.40 | +9.76% | 83.75 | 446.20 |
| UFO Moviez | 80.05 | +6.81 | +9.30% | 12.38 | 10.08 |
Top Losers on NSE
Some stocks took a severe beating, with sharp drops in price and high volumes:
| Stock | LTP (₹) | Change (₹) | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spandana Sphoorty (RE) | 24.12 | −16.08 | −40.00% | 1.65 | 0.40 |
| Mufti | 132.02 | −33.01 | −20.00% | 23.02 | 32.15 |
| PNB Housing | 811.55 | −169.65 | −17.29% | 240.78 | 1,998.75 |
| Mahindra Logistics (RE) | 42.50 | −4.60 | −9.77% | 1.82 | 0.78 |
| GKW Limited | 1,780.10 | −179.00 | −9.14% | 0.06 | 1.11 |
Market Sentiment on 1 August 2025
The decline in Nifty 50 and broader indices reflects a cautious sentiment amid global uncertainties, profit-booking in mid-cap stocks, and mixed earnings season cues. However, select small- and mid-cap stocks are attracting investor interest based on strong fundamentals and company-specific triggers.
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