The Indian stock market closed lower on 24 October 2025, as the Nifty 50 extended its losses and volatility continued to dominate trading action. Diverging performances in smallcap and midcap stocks characterized the session, with both sharp rallies and deep cuts evident across sectors.
Nifty 50 Ends in the Red, Broader Indices Dip
The Nifty 50 fell by 96.25 points, or 0.37%, to settle at 25,795.15 at the end of the trading day. The index failed to sustain morning gains and tracked global cues, closing below the opening level of 25,935.10 and swinging between a high of 25,944.15 and a low of 25,718.20. Major indices like Nifty Next 50, Nifty Financial Services, and Nifty Bank also ended the day lower, reflecting widespread selling and risk-off sentiment.
Top Gainers: Frenzied Buying in Select Stocks
Amidst the weak overall trend, certain stocks staged powerful rallies. EPACKPEB soared by nearly 20% to finish at ₹278.00, clocking a massive trade value of ₹2,035.40 crore on an equally staggering volume of over 780 lakh shares. UTKAR-RE advanced 39.91% to ₹6.10, while ADVANCE, UTKARSHBNK, and ARROWGREEN also delivered double-digit gains, driven by robust participation and momentum-based trading.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTKAR-RE | 6.10 | 39.91% | 194.76 | 7.46 |
| EPACKPEB | 278.00 | 19.79% | 780.21 | 2,035.40 |
| ADVANCE | 146.00 | 18.46% | 77.85 | 110.62 |
| UTKARSHBNK | 21.51 | 17.16% | 1,490.69 | 313.19 |
| ARROWGREEN | 637.65 | 16.07% | 20.88 | 132.74 |
Top Losers: Sharp Corrections in Others
On the flip side, several stocks took a beating. ARIHANTCAP slumped 12.40% to ₹99.00, SIKKO dropped 10.01%, and XELPMOC declined by 9%. CAPTRU-RE1 and KELLTONTEC also finished in the red, indicating selective profit-taking and broader outflows from weaker counters.
| Symbol | LTP | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARIHANTCAP | 99.00 | -12.40% | 375.88 | 416.82 |
| SIKKO | 111.78 | -10.01% | 72.70 | 85.83 |
| XELPMOC | 126.40 | -9.00% | 0.53 | 0.71 |
| CAPTRU-RE1 | 5.49 | -7.26% | 0.85 | 0.04 |
| KELLTONTEC | 20.52 | -6.68% | 140.42 | 29.46 |
Sentiment and Market Outlook
The slide in index values, coupled with heavy churn in small- and midcap stocks, highlighted the dominance of volatility and tactical trade flows. Robust gains in select pockets contrasted with sharp declines in others, showcasing actionable opportunities for active traders but also increased risks for unhedged investors.
Conclusion: 24 October 2025
24 October 2025, saw Indian equities remain on the back foot. The Nifty’s decline and marked divergence in individual stock movements reflected a market wrestling with global cues, sectoral shifts, and a pronounced risk-off stance.
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