The Indian stock market experienced significant volatility on October 24, 2025, with the benchmark Nifty 50 index closing lower. Traders witnessed sharp swings in several smallcap and midcap stocks, underscoring the ongoing cautious market sentiment and profit booking pressure.
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Nifty 50 Ends Lower; Sectoral Indices Mixed
The Nifty 50 fell by 62.30 points, or 0.24%, to settle at 25,833.45 as of 10:40 IST. After opening at 25,935.10 and touching a high of 25,944.15, the index dropped to an intraday low of 25,816.10. Most sectoral indices, including Nifty Bank and Nifty Fin Service, also traded in the red, while Nifty Next 50 managed a slight positive close, hinting at selective buying in broader markets.
Top Losers: Smallcap Turbulence
Several prominent smallcap and midcap stocks suffered heavy losses. UTKAR-RE plunged 40.14% to close at ₹2.61 after a sharp sell-off. SIKKO and CAPTRU-RE1 also declined steeply, losing over 8% each, while INDOFARM and FCSSOFT fell by more than 5%. High trading volumes in names like UTKAR-RE and SIKKO signaled pronounced volatility and speculative activity among retail investors.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTKAR-RE | 2.61 | -40.14% | 51.02 | 1.38 |
| CAPTRU-RE1 | 5.43 | -8.28% | 0.19 | 0.01 |
| SIKKO | 113.99 | -8.23% | 27.35 | 34.81 |
| FCSSOFT | 2.37 | -5.58% | 61.34 | 1.48 |
| INDOFARM | 243.76 | -5.41% | 2.81 | 6.96 |
Top Gainers: Select Stocks Defy Market Trend
Amidst the broad weakness, a few stocks bucked the trend. EPACKPEB jumped 12.27% to ₹260.54 on massive volumes of 226.64 lakh shares, registering a trade value of ₹573.54 crore. ROML, PFS, ARTNIRMAN, and GTECJAINX also recorded notable gains, indicating pockets of strength and rotational interest among traders.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROML | 59.03 | 16.43% | 1.89 | 1.09 |
| PFS | 39.70 | 13.59% | 297.86 | 117.62 |
| EPACKPEB | 260.54 | 12.27% | 226.64 | 573.54 |
| ARTNIRMAN | 64.27 | 9.99% | 0.35 | 0.22 |
| GTECJAINX | 27.75 | 9.77% | 0.07 | 0.02 |
Market Sentiment and Outlook
Friday’s session highlighted persistent volatility, with stock-specific action dominating headlines. While index heavyweights shaped overall direction, select smallcaps and midcaps saw outsized moves, both positive and negative. The divergence reflects heightened caution among investors and traders amid global and domestic uncertainties.
Conclusion: October 24, 2025 (Opening)
On October 24, 2025, Indian equities ended with broad losses, driven by Nifty’s decline and intense volatility in small and midcap segments. However, strong performances from select gainers provided brief respite, signaling ample stock-picking opportunities amid ongoing choppiness.
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