In today's trading session, the Sensex opened at 81,457.61 but has since experienced a slight decline, currently sitting at 81,501.42. Despite this minor setback, the index remains above its 50-day moving average, although the 50 DMA is positioned below the 200 DMA, indicating a mixed market sentiment.
Small-cap stocks are showing resilience, with the BSE Small Cap index gaining 0.49%, leading the market amidst a backdrop of fluctuating performance in larger caps. The advance-decline ratio across the BSE 500 reflects a healthy market breadth, with 334 stocks advancing compared to 153 declining.

Among the top performers today, ITI stands out with a notable gain, while Jio Financial leads the large-cap segment with a modest increase. Conversely, ITC and NMDC are among the top losers, reflecting the challenges faced by certain sectors, particularly in the FMCG space, which has seen a decline of 1.34%.

As investors keep a close eye on upcoming earnings reports from companies like Wockhardt and Suzlon Energy, the market continues to navigate through a landscape of mixed signals, with adjustments in evaluations likely influencing trading strategies moving forward.