In a robust trading session, the BSE 500 index recorded a modest gain of 0.45%, reflecting a strong performance across the market. Advancing sectors outnumbered decliners significantly, with 37 sectors showing positive movement compared to just one sector in decline, resulting in an impressive advance-decline ratio of 37.0.
Leading the charge was the NIFTYPSUBANK sector, which surged by 1.18%, driven primarily by a notable increase in Indian Overseas Bank, which rose by 3.25%. The NIFTYMEDIA sector also performed well, gaining 0.90%, bolstered by PVR Inox's 3.11% rise. Meanwhile, the NIFTYAUTO sector saw a solid increase of 0.86%, with Hero MotoCorp leading the way with a remarkable gain of 4.59%.

On the downside, the METAL sector experienced a slight decline of 0.07%, primarily impacted by Lloyds Metals, which fell by 1.81%. Notably, the NIFTYPSE sector showcased the best advance-decline ratio of 19.0, indicating strong market breadth, while NIFTYPHARMA followed with a ratio of 0.82. Overall, the market displayed resilience, with a clear preference for sectors that are currently thriving.