Indian equity benchmarks witnessed a sharp correction on Thursday, with the Sensex plunging 586 points and the Nifty closing below the 24,600 mark, as investors booked profits amid global uncertainty and sectoral weakness. Heavyweights like Tata Steel and Maruti Suzuki led the decline, each shedding over 3%.
Key Indices Performance
| Index | Closing Level | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSE Sensex | 81,148.22 | -586 pts | -0.72% |
| NSE Nifty 50 | 24,578.35 | -346 pts | -1.39% |
- Market Capitalization Loss: ₹2.3 lakh crore wiped off BSE-listed firms
- India VIX: Fell 1.04% to 18.20, indicating subdued near-term volatility
Sectoral Snapshot
- Top Losers: IT, FMCG, Auto
- Resilient Sectors: PSU Banks, Pharma, Defense
- Mid & Small Caps: Outperformed, with BSE MidCap up 0.17% and SmallCap up 0.99%
Major Stock Movers
| Stock | % Change | Commentary |
|---|---|---|
| Tata Steel | -3.12% | Dragged by weak global metal cues |
| Maruti Suzuki | -3.08% | Profit booking post earnings |
| Infosys | -3.54% | IT sector under pressure |
| HDFC Bank | -1.76% | Financials weighed down |
| Reliance | -1.42% | Energy stocks faced selling pressure |
Global & Macro Factors
- US-China Tariff Easing: Initially positive, but led to mixed reactions in emerging markets
- Crude Oil Spike: Triggered inflationary concerns
- US Treasury Yields: Rise prompted cautious sentiment
- India’s Retail Inflation: Fell to 3.16% in April, lowest since July 2019
Technical Outlook
- Support Levels: Nifty at 24,450 and Sensex at 80,800
- Resistance Zones: Nifty may retest 24,800–24,900 if sentiment improves
- Trend Watch: Below key support, uptrend becomes vulnerable
Conclusion
Thursday’s sell-off reflects a cooling-off phase after recent highs, driven by global cues and sectoral rotation. While frontline indices corrected sharply, broader markets showed resilience, hinting at selective investor confidence. Traders should monitor macro developments and earnings momentum closely as volatility may persist.
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