The Indian stock market experienced a downturn today, with the SENSEX trading at 84,493.12, reflecting a loss of 504.01 points or 0.59%. The advance-decline ratio across the BSE500 showed 150 stocks advancing against 347 declining, indicating a challenging day for investors.
Among the sectors, 11 out of 38 managed to advance, while 27 faced declines. The S&P BSE Telecommunication sector was the top loser, down by 2.32%, whereas the OILGAS sector emerged as the top gainer, rising by 0.62%.

In terms of individual stock performance, Sagility led the BSE500 with a gain of 10.84%, followed by C P C L at 7.69% and India Cements at 6.14%. On the downside, Vodafone Idea fell by 6.19%, Dr Reddy's Labs dropped 4.68%, and NMDC Steel declined by 4.32%.

Small-cap stocks remained largely flat, with Lancer Containe achieving a notable gain of 17.40%. The market remains 0.94% away from its 52-week high, and the SENSEX has gained 2.41% over the past three weeks, trading above its 50-day moving average. Upcoming earnings reports from major companies like BPCL and Vedanta are anticipated on October 31, 2025.