In today's market, the Sensex opened at 81,012.42, reflecting a positive sentiment with a gain of 294.41 points. Currently, it is trading at 80,988.07, indicating a modest increase of 0.33%. The market is witnessing a notable performance from mid-cap stocks, with the BSE Mid Cap index rising by 0.36%.
Among the top performers, DLF stands out as the leading large-cap gainer, appreciating by 1.48%. In the mid-cap segment, Max Financial has shown strong momentum, climbing by 2.00%. Meanwhile, small-cap stocks are experiencing mixed results, with Prime Focus emerging as a significant gainer, surging by 9.26%.

On the downside, Varun Beverages and Ola Electric are among the top large and mid-cap losers, declining by 1.85% and 4.01%, respectively. The overall advance-decline ratio across the BSE500 reflects a slight imbalance, with 237 advances against 256 declines.

As sectors are concerned, 36 out of 38 are advancing, led by the AUTO sector, which has gained 0.77%. The market's current dynamics suggest a cautious optimism, with investors closely monitoring key financial metrics and performance indicators.