In today's market, the Sensex demonstrated a modest upward movement, climbing to 80,263.21 points, reflecting a gain of 182.64 points. This increase comes despite the index trading below its 50-Day Moving Average, which itself remains above the 200-Day Moving Average, indicating a mixed technical outlook.
The small-cap sector is leading the charge, with the BSE Small Cap index rising by 0.59%. The advance-decline ratio across the BSE500 shows a healthy market breadth, with 327 stocks advancing compared to 173 declining, highlighting a positive sentiment among investors.

Among the top performers, Granules India stood out with a notable increase, while Relaxo Footwear also made significant gains, reflecting strong market interest in these stocks. Conversely, Jindal Stainless faced challenges, leading the list of top losers.

Sector performance was predominantly positive, with 32 out of 38 sectors advancing. The BSE Capital Goods sector emerged as the top gainer, showcasing robust activity in industrial stocks. Overall, the market's resilience today suggests a cautious optimism as investors navigate through various economic indicators and sector performances.