Indian Equity Markets End The Day In Red
By Shishta Dutta | Updated at: Jan 7, 2026 02:40 PM IST
Mumbai, June 18 — Indian equity markets ended the day in red today, 18th June, 2025. Nifty 50 ended the day, down by 41.35 points or 0.17%. Sensex ended the day, down by 138.64 points or 0.17%. Auto and banking ended slightly in the green, while IT, metal, and FMCG dropped lower.
Market Snapshot
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Previous Close | 24,853.40 |
| Opening Level | 24,788.35 |
| Day High | 24,947.55 |
| Day Low | 24,750.45 |
| Closing Level | 24,812.05 |
| Change | -41.35 pts |
| Percentage Change | -0.17% |
| 52-Week High | 26,277.35 |
| 52-Week Low | 21,743.65 |
| Total Traded Value | ₹2.20 lakh crore |
| Total Traded Volume | 237.5 crore shares |
| Advance/Decline | 14 / 36 |
During the session, the index stayed pretty range-bound, drifting between 24,750.45 and 24,947.55 before slipping into the red towards late trade as tech heavyweights and consumer staples came under pressure.
Top Gainers
| Stock | Close (₹) | % Change | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndusInd Bank | 847.10 | +4.69% | Private Sector Bank |
| Titan | 3,478.80 | +2.15% | Gems, Jewellery & Watches |
| Trent | 5,728.00 | +1.80% | Specialty Retail |
| Maruti Suzuki | 12,750.00 | +1.23% | Auto |
| Mahindra & Mahindra | 3,038.00 | +1.02% | Auto |
IndusInd Bank accounted for the gains and rocketed 4.7%, supported by strong institutional flows and some technical strength. Titan bounced back over 2% as discretionary spending increased ahead of the festive season.
Top Losers
| Stock | Close (₹) | % Change | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCS | 3,455.00 | -1.72% | IT Services |
| Adani Ports | 1,370.50 | -1.57% | Infrastructure |
| HUL | 2,295.10 | -1.44% | FMCG |
| Nestle India | 2,330.20 | -1.35% | Packaged Foods |
| JSW Steel | 986.90 | -1.28% | Metals |
Technology stocks pressured the index as TCS fell back nearly 1.7% amid global uncertainty in tech. Adani Ports and HUL also weighed on commentary as profit booking and muted demand outlooks took hold.
Sectoral View
- The IT and FMCG indices were the weak performers, reflecting weakness in defensives and the continuation of poor global tech sentiment.
- The auto and other select banking counters maintained resilience, lifting overall sentiment in the broader market.
Technical View
The index stayed within a fixed band and failed to reclaim 24950 on the upside. While the resistance remains cold near the psychological 25,000 mark, key support lies near the 24750 mark. Broader market participation was subdued, with only 14 of the 50 index stocks advancing.
About Nifty 50
The Nifty 50 is NSE’s flagship index representing 50 of the largest and most liquid Indian companies across 13 sectors. It serves as a benchmark for Indian equity markets and a barometer for the broader economy.
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