In today's market, Federal Bank emerged as a notable performer among large-cap stocks, gaining 2.42%. This uptick comes amid a generally subdued trading environment, where small caps are trading flat and the broader market reflects a cautious sentiment. The BSE500 index shows a significant imbalance, with 318 declines against just 182 advances, highlighting the prevailing bearish trend.
Yes Bank, on the other hand, faced considerable pressure, dropping 9.58%, making it the top loser in both large and mid-cap categories. This decline is indicative of ongoing challenges within the banking sector, which has been under scrutiny for various operational issues.

In the small-cap segment, National Fertilizer stood out with a gain of 9.79%, signaling potential investor interest in agricultural stocks amidst fluctuating market conditions. The overall market sentiment is reflected in the advance-decline ratio, which currently sits at 0.57x, underscoring the struggles faced by many sectors.

As the Sensex trades at 80,819.76, down 553.99 points, it remains above its 50-day moving average, although the 50DMA is below the 200DMA, suggesting a cautious outlook for investors in the coming weeks.