The benchmark Sensex opened at 85,470.92 and traded with a gain of 284.45 points, representing a 0.33% rise. It currently stands at 85,466.27, maintaining the momentum above its 50-day moving average (DMA), which itself is positioned above the 200 DMA, signalling a sustained bullish trend. The Nifty 50 index mirrored this strength, supported by robust performances in heavyweight constituents.

Large-cap stocks led the charge, with the Sensex gaining 0.33% on the day. Mid-cap stocks traded largely flat, showing limited directional movement, while small-cap stocks recorded modest gains. The BSE 100 index rose by 0.34%, the small-cap index by 0.19%, and the mid-cap index by 0.07%, indicating a cautious but positive market environment.

Among the large-cap gainers, Eicher Motors stood out with a rise of 2.86%, bolstered by steady demand in the automobile sector. In the mid-cap space, M & M Financial Services recorded a gain of 3.04%, reflecting investor interest in financial services amid improving credit conditions. The small-cap segment saw Astec Lifesciences surge by 14.21%, marking the highest percentage gain among small caps today.

Conversely, some notable decliners included Asian Paints, which traded lower by 1.10% despite the broader market rally. In the mid-cap category, Biocon declined by 3.77%, while Rupa & Co led the small-cap losers with a drop of 6.26%. These movements highlight selective profit-taking and sector-specific pressures.

The advance-decline ratio across the BSE 500 index stood at 280 advances to 217 declines, yielding a ratio of 1.29x. This positive breadth suggests that a majority of stocks participated in the rally, although the pace of gains was moderate. Sector-wise, 29 out of 38 sectors advanced, with the S&P BSE Utilities sector leading the gains at 0.73%. On the other hand, the Nifty Media sector lagged, declining by 0.66%, weighed down by select media stocks.

Top gainers within the BSE 500 index included Radico Khaitan with a 7.39% rise, Natco Pharma advancing 5.38%, and Techno Electric & Engineering up 4.66%. On the losing side, Intellect Design dropped 4.53%, Biocon fell 3.77%, and Sun TV Network declined 3.29%, reflecting sector-specific challenges.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) and domestic institutional investors (DIIs) activity remained balanced, with no significant net inflows or outflows reported during the session. This equilibrium in institutional participation contributed to the steady market performance amid mixed global cues.

Global markets showed mixed trends today, with major indices in the US and Europe trading cautiously ahead of key economic data releases. Crude oil prices remained stable, while currency markets saw the Indian rupee holding steady against the US dollar. These factors collectively influenced the domestic market sentiment, supporting the cautious optimism observed in Indian equities.

Looking ahead, the market is expected to remain sensitive to global developments, including central bank policies and geopolitical events. Domestically, corporate earnings announcements and macroeconomic data will continue to influence investor sentiment. The current positioning of the Sensex above key moving averages suggests that the market retains underlying strength, although investors may adopt a selective approach given the mixed sectoral performances.

In summary, the Sensex’s new 52-week high of 85,466.27 points on 20 Nov 2025 reflects a market environment where large-cap stocks are driving gains amid steady institutional participation and positive breadth. While some sectors and stocks faced pressure, the overall trend remains constructive, supported by a favourable technical setup and balanced global cues.

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