Mumbai: The Indian stock market witnessed a continuation of the recent consolidation phase on September 26, 2025, with benchmark indices declining further amid pressure from global cues and domestic profit booking. Despite the market’s subdued trajectory, several midcap counters exhibited noticeable strength, drawing trader interest.
The Nifty 50 opened lower and steadily lost ground, settling at 24,802.15 with a fall of 89.00 points (-0.36%). Sectoral indices also ended in red, with Nifty Next 50 down 0.66%, Nifty Fin Service down 0.39%, and Nifty Bank dropping 0.52%. The overall market mood was one of caution, driven by a risk-off sentiment and limited upward momentum.
Top Losers: Pressure in Select Large and Midcaps
Key losers for the day included:
SHRADHA-RE: Down 15.99% to 3.52, signaling significant pressure.
BILVYAPAR: Declined 9.27% to 12.62.
CARYSIL: Fell 8.42% to 778.60, despite high turnover (₹25.13 crore).
PCJEWELLER: Dropped 7.96% to 12.37, with exceptional volumes exceeding 1,158 lakh shares and a value of ₹144.45 crore, indicating heavy institutional activity.
PRUDMOULI: Lost 7.48% to 27.84 on decent volumes.
Top Gainers: Select Midcaps Outperform
Notable gainers amid the sell-off were:
MCL: Increased 12.28% to 59.91, continuing its recent trend of outperformance.
BHARATGEAR: Rose 10.66% to 130.60.
AURUM: Gained 10.11% to 176.69 driven by strong volume (30.69 lakh shares).
RACLGear: Surged 8.43% to 1,065.20.
NATCAPSUQ: Up 7.51% to 279.40.
Volume & Turnover Trends
PCJEWELLER saw the highest trading volume and value among losers, highlighting a day of high institutional churn. On the gainer side, AURUM posted the largest volumes, reflecting strong buying momentum in the midcap basket.
Conclusion: September 26, 2025 (opening)
September 26 saw the market weighed by global and local concerns, leading to broader declines. However, certain midcap and smallcap names displayed strength, offering avenues for traders focused on selective momentum. With volatility likely to remain, market participants are advised to maintain caution and prioritize fundamentals in stock selection.