The Indian stock market showed positive momentum today, with the Sensex climbing 276.15 points to close at 82,160.10, marking a gain of 0.45%. This performance brings the index within 2.36% of its 52-week high of 84,099.53. The Sensex is currently trading above its 50-day moving average, which is also above the 200-day moving average, indicating a bullish trend.
Mid-cap stocks led the market, with the BSE Mid Cap index rising by 0.56%. Out of 37 sectors, 33 advanced while only 4 declined, showcasing broad market strength. The NIFTYENERGY sector was the top gainer, up by 0.80%, while NIFTYPSUBANK faced a slight decline of 0.14%.

In terms of individual stock performance, C P C L emerged as the top gainer in the BSE500, surging by 5.73%. Other notable gainers included Doms Industries and Whirlpool India, which rose by 4.10% and 4.02%, respectively. Conversely, KIOCL was the biggest loser, plummeting by 8.13%. The advance-decline ratio across the BSE500 stood at 313 advances to 179 declines, reflecting a healthy market breadth.