In a challenging trading session, the BSE 500 index recorded a slight decline of 0.15%, reflecting broader market pressures with 26 sectors declining compared to just 11 advancing. The NIFTYPSUBANK sector emerged as a standout performer, gaining 2.38%, driven primarily by Union Bank (I), which surged by 5.69%. This sector's strong performance was underscored by an impressive advance-decline ratio of 10, indicating robust buying interest.
In contrast, the S&P BSE Utilities sector faced significant headwinds, dropping by 0.98%, with NLC India leading the decline at 3.05%. The NIFTYMETAL sector also struggled, falling by 0.88%, largely due to Jindal Steel's notable decrease of 2.51%.

Other sectors showing resilience included AUTO, which rose by 0.60%, and NIFTYAUTO, up by 0.50%, both buoyed by Eicher Motors, which gained 2.67%. Overall, the market exhibited a mixed performance, with select sectors demonstrating strength amidst a backdrop of broader declines.