BSE 500 Index Declines 0.25% Amid Broad Market Losses, Media Sector Gains

Nov 18 2025 09:25 AM IST
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The BSE 500 index fell by 0.25%, reflecting a challenging trading environment where only the NIFTYMEDIA sector gained, up 0.19%, driven by D B Corp's 2.03% rise. In contrast, the NIFTYMETAL sector experienced the steepest decline at 0.83%, led by Hindustan Copper's 1.85% drop. The REALTY sector also struggled, down 0.80%, with Prestige Estates falling 1.42%. The advanced-decline ratio for NIFTYMEDIA was notably strong at 10, while REALTY faced significant challenges with a ratio of 0, indicating a cautious market sentiment among investors.
In a challenging trading session, the BSE 500 index recorded a decline of 0.25%, reflecting a broader market trend where only one sector advanced while 35 sectors faced losses. The NIFTYMEDIA sector emerged as a rare bright spot, gaining 0.19%, primarily driven by D B Corp, which saw an impressive increase of 2.03%.

Conversely, the NIFTYMETAL sector suffered the most significant setback, dropping 0.83%. Hindustan Copper led the decline within this sector, falling by 1.85%. The REALTY sector also faced pressure, with a decrease of 0.80%, largely attributed to Prestige Estates, which fell by 1.42%. The METAL sector rounded out the top losers with a decline of 0.70%, impacted by Hindustan Zinc's drop of 1.50%.

Notably, the NIFTYMEDIA sector showcased the best advanced-decline ratio of 10, indicating a strong performance relative to its peers. In contrast, the REALTY sector had a ratio of 0, highlighting the challenges it faced in today's market environment. Overall, the market sentiment remains cautious as investors navigate through a predominantly declining landscape.

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