In a robust trading session, the market showcased a strong performance with 36 sectors advancing compared to just 2 declining, resulting in an impressive advance-decline ratio of 18.0. The BSE 500 index recorded a modest one-day return of 0.37%, reflecting overall positive sentiment in the market.
Leading the charge were the S&P Industries, which gained 0.72%, buoyed by significant contributions from Ahluwalia Construction, whose stock surged by 9.37%. The BSE Public Sector Undertakings (BSEPSU) followed closely with a 0.68% increase, driven by a 2.90% rise in Central Bank shares. The BSE Capital Goods sector also performed well, up by 0.65%, largely thanks to SKF India, which saw its stock climb by 8.86%.

On the downside, the Nifty Auto sector faced challenges, declining by 0.21%, primarily due to Tata Motors' 4.84% drop. The Nifty Pharma sector also struggled, down 0.13%, with Ipca Laboratories dragging the sector down by 3.31%. Notably, the BSEPSU sector exhibited the best advance-decline ratio of 20.0, indicating strong market breadth within that segment.