On October 20, 2025, the Indian stock market witnessed notable moves with significant action among both top gainers and losers. Midday updates reflect a positive undertone in the broader market, with the Nifty 50 index recording steady gains. Analysis of the most active stocks provides insight into sector rotation and investor sentiment on a crucial trading day.
Nifty 50 Index Midday Update
| Index | Level | Change | % Change |
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| Nifty 50 | 25,834.30 | 124.45 | 0.48% |
| Nifty Next 50 | 69,503.65 | 147.60 | 0.21% |
| Nifty Fin Serv | 27,569.35 | 30.75 | 0.11% |
| Nifty Bank | 58,146.80 | 433.45 | 0.75% |
| Nifty Midcap | 26,455.00 | 126.00 | 0.48% |
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Nifty 50 opened at 25,824.60, touched a high of 25,926.20, and a low of 25,788.50, reflecting a range-bound upward trend as of 11:41 IST.
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The positive performance is driven by robust movements across sectors including banking and midcaps.
Top 5 Losers
| Symbol | LTP | Change | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPTRU-RE1 | 8.87 | -5.92 | -40.03 | 0.63 | 0.06 |
| 3IINFO-RE | 1.31 | -0.20 | -13.25 | 2.53 | 0.03 |
| AVANTEL | 167.95 | -22.65 | -11.88 | 132.98 | 222.61 |
| MASKINVEST | 201.19 | -22.36 | -10.00 | 0.08 | 0.17 |
| GROWWSLVR | 150.00 | -14.98 | -9.08 | 9.27 | 14.21 |
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CAPTRU-RE1 led the decline with a drop of 40.03%, highlighting significant downward pressure.
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AVANTEL, despite a high traded value, dropped 11.88%, indicating profit booking or negative news flow.
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Broader negative sentiment in select mid- and small-cap stocks contributed to the observed volatility.
Top 5 Gainers
| Symbol | LTP | Change | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAMBHAAV | 8.33 | 1.21 | 16.99 | 20.40 | 1.71 |
| SOUTHBANK | 38.13 | 5.48 | 16.78 | 1,601.72 | 592.16 |
| INDORAMA | 69.35 | 9.05 | 15.01 | 34.12 | 23.42 |
| RAJRATAN | 372.10 | 46.65 | 14.33 | 14.67 | 53.76 |
| DTIL | 168.80 | 20.98 | 14.19 | 3.42 | 5.77 |
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SAMBHAAV topped the gainer’s list with a 16.99% jump, followed closely by SOUTHBANK which also saw exceptional volume activity, reinforcing bullish momentum in select financial stocks.
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RAJRATAN and INDORAMA gained over 14%, riding on positive market sentiment and possibly strong earnings expectations or news triggers.
Conclusion: October 20, 2025 (Opening)
The Indian equity market showcased resilience on October 20, 2025, with the Nifty 50 index advancing by 0.48% amid a mix of profit booking and aggressive buying across themes. The standout performers on both ends highlighted rotational interest among investors as macro and sectoral cues dictated intraday trends. Close attention to index levels and movers will be crucial as the session progresses toward the close.
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