In a turbulent trading session, the stock market faced notable declines, with the Nifty closing at 24,712.05, reflecting a loss of 255.7 points. The market's performance was characterized by a significant downturn across various segments, particularly in the small-cap sector, which saw the Nifty Small Cap 100 index drop by 2.03%.
The advance-decline ratio across the BSE500 was stark, with only 66 stocks advancing against 433 that declined, indicating a challenging environment for investors. The BSE100 and MIDCAP indices also experienced declines of 1.14% and 1.34%, respectively, while the SMLCAP index fell by 1.68%.

Among the top gainers, Ola Electric stood out with a notable increase, while Balrampur Chini led the losses in the BSE500, reflecting the volatility in the market. The NIFTYREALTY sector was the hardest hit, declining by 2.24%, while the NIFTYFMCG sector managed to gain slightly, up by 0.91%.

In this context, Craftsman Auto and eClerx Services also showed resilience, contributing positively to the market amidst widespread declines. As the market navigates these fluctuations, investors are closely monitoring adjustments in evaluations and market dynamics.