Broader Market Declines as BSE 500 Index Falls 0.20%

Oct 31 2025 11:00 AM IST
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The market experienced a slight downturn, with the BSE 500 index falling by 0.20%. While 13 sectors advanced, 25 declined, indicating a challenging trading environment. The NIFTYPSUBANK sector stood out, gaining 0.92%, led by Union Bank's 3.86% rise. In contrast, the S&P BSE Utilities sector suffered the most, dropping 1.07% due to Adani Power's decline. The NIFTYAUTO and REALTY sectors showed resilience, while the METAL sector struggled, primarily impacted by Jindal Steel's 2.15% fall. This mixed performance underscores the volatility and sector-specific trends shaping investor sentiment.
In a challenging trading session, the overall market reflected a slight downturn, with the BSE 500 index registering a one-day return of -0.20%. Among the sectors, 13 advanced while 25 declined, resulting in an advance-decline ratio of 0.52.

The NIFTYPSUBANK sector emerged as a standout performer, gaining 0.92%, driven primarily by Union Bank (I), which surged by 3.86%. This positive momentum in the banking sector contrasts sharply with the S&P BSE Utilities, which faced the steepest decline at -1.07%, largely due to a significant drop in Adani Power, down 2.71%.

The NIFTYAUTO sector also showed resilience, climbing 0.61%, with Eicher Motors contributing a notable 2.31% to this gain. The REALTY sector followed closely, up 0.46%, buoyed by Oberoi Realty's 2.00% increase.

On the other hand, the METAL sector struggled, with Jindal Steel dragging down both the METAL and NIFTYMETAL indices by 2.15%. Overall, the market's mixed performance highlights the volatility and sector-specific dynamics influencing investor sentiment.

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