In today's trading session, the SENSEX experienced a notable decline, closing at 81,406.98, reflecting a loss of 769.47 points. This downward movement comes amid a mixed performance across various market segments, with mid-cap stocks showing little change while small-cap stocks managed to gain traction.
IndusInd Bank emerged as a top performer among large-cap stocks, showcasing resilience with a gain of 1.81%. Meanwhile, Bayer CropScience led the mid-cap sector with a significant increase of 11.26%, highlighting its strong market position. On the other hand, UltraTech Cement faced challenges, recording a decline of 2.29%, contributing to the overall bearish sentiment in the large-cap category.

The market breadth indicated a struggle, with 31 sectors declining compared to just 7 advancing. The NIFTYFINANCE sector was among the top losers, down by 0.98%, while the REALTY sector managed a slight gain of 0.47%.

As investors await upcoming earnings reports from companies like Cummins India and JSW Holdings, the market remains cautious, reflecting a broader trend of adjustment in evaluations across various stocks. The advance-decline ratio across the BSE500 further underscores the prevailing market challenges, with more declines than advances.