The Indian equity market extended its slide in the afternoon session on October 24, 2025, with the Nifty 50 dropping sharply and broader indices following suit. Increased volatility and selective buying characterized the session as investors reacted to global cues and stock-specific triggers.
Nifty 50 Sees Steep Decline
The Nifty 50 was down 168.40 points, or 0.65%, closing at 25,723.00 by 13:50 IST. The index opened at 25,935.10, hit a high of 25,944.15, and touched a low of 25,718.20 during the session. Key sectoral indices like Nifty Next 50, Nifty Fin Service, and Nifty Bank all posted declines, reflecting broad-based selling pressure.
Top Losers: Selling Intensifies in Select Counters
A number of stocks suffered steep declines amid the market weakness. SIKKO lost 9.42% to end at ₹112.51, while INDOFARM and CAPTRU-RE1 also slipped by 6-12%. Heavy volumes were seen in FCSSOFT and UTKAR-RE, indicating aggressive profit-taking and increased trading activity among retail-focused counters.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPTRU-RE1 | 5.22 | -11.82% | 0.50 | 0.03 |
| SIKKO | 112.51 | -9.42% | 65.31 | 77.55 |
| UTKAR-RE | 4.01 | -8.03% | 124.55 | 3.84 |
| INDOFARM | 240.15 | -6.81% | 6.29 | 15.43 |
| FCSSOFT | 2.35 | -6.37% | 82.97 | 1.98 |
Top Gainers: Sharp Moves in Select Stocks
Despite the overall downside, several stocks bucked the trend with strong gains. ARROWGREEN soared 16.14% to ₹638.00, while ADVANCE surged 20% to ₹147.90. UTKARSHBNK, ROML, and PFS recorded double-digit percentage rises, underpinned by robust trading volumes and strong investor appetite.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADVANCE | 147.90 | 20.00% | 69.76 | 98.68 |
| ARROWGREEN | 638.00 | 16.14% | 14.98 | 94.43 |
| UTKARSHBNK | 21.05 | 14.65% | 596.44 | 119.94 |
| ROML | 57.73 | 13.87% | 4.32 | 2.51 |
| PFS | 39.78 | 13.82% | 476.19 | 188.71 |
Persistent Volatility and Stock-Specific Action
The session highlighted the ongoing divergence between falling index stocks and outperforming small- and midcap counters. While index heavyweights contributed to the overall slide, pockets of significant buying remained, showing continued rotational trading and speculative interest.
Conclusion: October 24, 2025 (mid-cap)
On October 24, 2025, Indian equities experienced another round of sharp declines, with Nifty 50 and major indices sinking amid widespread selling pressure. However, select stocks showed resilience and delivered substantial gains, reflecting ongoing volatility and stock-specific opportunities.
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