The stock market is constantly fluctuating, and today is no exception. With 27 advancing sectors and 12 declining sectors, the ratio stands at 2.25, indicating a positive trend in the market. The BSE 500 index has also shown a slight increase with a one-day return of 0.22%.

Among the top gaining sectors, the metal sector takes the lead with a growth of 1.23%, followed by NIFTYMEDIA and NIFTYMETAL with 1.08% and 1.06% respectively. On the other hand, the oil and gas sector has seen a decline of -0.55%, followed by S&P BSE Energy and auto sector with -0.52% and -0.48% respectively.

Tata Steel has been the top stock driving the metal and NIFTYMETAL sectors with a growth of 2.74%. Netwrk.18 Media has also shown a significant increase of 4.04% in the NIFTYMEDIA sector. However, M & M has been the top stock dragging the auto sector with a decline of -4.15%. Sanmit Infra has also seen a decrease of -2.15% in the S&P BSE Energy sector, while B P C L has shown a decline of -1.62% in the oil and gas sector.

The BSE CG sector has shown the best advanced decline ratio today with a ratio of 4.4, indicating a strong performance. On the other hand, the oil and gas sector has the lowest ratio of 0.25, indicating a weaker performance compared to other sectors.

Overall, the market is showing a positive trend with the majority of sectors advancing. Investors should keep a close eye on the metal sector, which has shown the highest growth today, and the BSE CG sector, which has the best advanced decline ratio. As always, it is important to do thorough research and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.