The Indian stock market experienced a volatile session on October 28, 2025, with major indices trading in the red. The Nifty 50 index closed lower as investors weighed mixed sectoral trends and shifting sentiment. Significant movements were observed among leading gainers and losers, offering insight into prevailing market dynamics.
The Nifty 50 settled at 25,902.45, registering a decline of 63.30 points or 0.24%. The index opened at 25,939.95 and reached an intraday high of 26,041.70 before falling to a low of 25,886.55. Broader indices like Nifty Next 50, Nifty Fin Service, and Nifty Bank also ended in negative territory, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
SURAJEST led the pack with an LTP of ₹315.00, climbing by 36.05 points or 12.92%, on volumes of 38.06 lakh shares.
KALAMANDIR surged 10.80% to an LTP of ₹217.05, backed by significant trading activity of 290.06 lakh shares.
SAKUMA and DAVANGERE posted strong percentage gains of 9.59% and 7.87%, respectively.
HLEGLAS recorded a 7.75% rise, closing at ₹565.25, highlighting investor interest despite subdued indices.
Top Losers
Several stocks saw sharp declines, reflecting the broader market’s risk-off mood:
DELPH-RE emerged as the worst performer, plummeting by 40.00% to an LTP of ₹18.45.
UTKAR-RE and MANAKCOAT fell over 10% and 9%, respectively, indicating pressure in select segments.
CRAMC and PSPPROJECT also saw notable drops of 7.64% and 5.92%, as profit booking and weak sentiment weighed on these counters.
Sectoral and Investor Sentiment
The downward trend in Nifty indices and predominant losses in financial and mid-cap stocks suggest a cautious undertone, possibly driven by global cues and domestic earnings commentary. While high-volume gainers indicated selective buying, the breadth of declines points towards prevailing uncertainty and profit-taking.
Conclusion: October 28, 2025 (Opening)
October 28, 2025, marked a challenging trading day for Indian equities, with benchmark indices closing in the red. Although pockets of strength emerged among certain gainers, the dominant narrative was cautious, driven by global volatility and mixed domestic signals. Investors are advised to keep a close watch on market triggers as volatility persists.