October 8, 2025 (Mid-cap): Indian Stock Market Levels Out Strong : Select Stocks Rally Despite Flat Benchmark Moves

Mumbai: The Indian stock market remained relatively stable on October 8, 2025, with benchmark indices exhibiting minimal movement. While Nifty 50 recorded only a slight upside, the day was characterized by robust action among mid-cap stocks, some surging to their upper circuit limits while select counters witnessed marked declines.

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Indices Update: Marginal Gains for Benchmarks

Nifty 50 ended the session at 25,121.80, posting a modest rise of 13.50 points (0.05%) from its previous close. The trading day saw Nifty 50 oscillate between a high of 25,192.50 and a low of 25,008.50, presenting a narrow range for investors. Other major indices had mixed performances, with Nifty Next 50, Nifty Fin Service, and Nifty Bank remaining in the red, reflecting caution across broader market segments.

Top Gainers: Sharp Moves in Select Midcaps

Mid-cap stocks painted a vivid picture of market resilience as several counters surged 20%, signaling strong investor demand:

• ESSARSHIPNG led the surge with a close at ₹33.54 (up 5.59; 20%), and heavy traded volume of 28.55 lakh shares (₹9.16 crore).

• WEWIN (₹59.64, up 9.94; 20%) and MODIRUBBER (₹138.67, up 23.11; 20%) joined the group of top gainers.

• KEYFINSERV and HERCULES achieved impressive gains, each rising exactly 20%, with HERCULES witnessing a significant traded value of ₹8.92 crore.
  These sharp rallies reflect selective bullish sentiment and sector-specific triggers driving rapid price appreciation.

Top Losers: Notable Declines Continue

Meanwhile, several stocks posted mid-to-high single-digit declines, underscoring market divergence:

• 3IINFO-RE tumbled 34.48% to ₹1.71, sustaining higher volumes of 12.05 lakh shares.

• KIOCL experienced a 7.52% drop, but registered the highest traded value for the day at ₹236.35 crore, indicating focused sell-off activity.

• AAATECH, BHARATSE, and NIRAJISPAT finished with declines ranging from 7% to 10%, revealing pockets of weakness even on a flat market day.
  Such movements suggest ongoing profit-booking and risk aversion among select investors.

Conclusion: October 8, 2025 (Mid-cap)

October 8, 2025, saw the Indian stock market stabilize after previous days of volatility, with key indices marking little change. However, mid-cap stocks continued to offer trading opportunities, both on the upside and downside, making stock selection crucial for market participants. The divergence between benchmarks and select counters highlights the need for sectoral and technical analysis in a balanced portfolio approach.