Nifty Media Index Up by More Than 1% Today
By Ankur Chandra | Published at: Jul 16, 2025 12:32 PM IST
Mumbai, Jul 16 : Nifty Media index is up by more than 1% today. At 12:25 p.m. IST today, it is up by 1.28%. Top gainers among its constituents at this time are Network 18, Hathway, Nazara etc. Broader Nifty 50 index is down by 0.068% at this time.
Top Gainers in NIFTY Media (As of 10:20 AM IST)
| Stock | Last Price (₹) | Change (₹) | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Network18 | 61.42 | +5.71 | +10.25% |
| Hathway | 17.15 | +1.41 | +8.96% |
| Nazara | 1382.40 | +10.90 | +0.79% |
| ZEEL | 144.00 | +0.78 | +0.54% |
| Sun TV | 571.80 | +2.65 | +0.47% |
| Saregama | 485.00 | +1.50 | +0.31% |
Decliners in the Index
| Stock | Last Price (₹) | Change (₹) | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tips Music | 650.10 | -2.00 | -0.31% |
| PVR Inox | 985.45 | -4.10 | -0.41% |
| DB Corp | 269.90 | -2.30 | -0.84% |
| Dish TV | 5.91 | -0.12 | -1.99% |
NIFTY Media Index Snapshot
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Open | 1737.75 |
| Day High | 1761.00 |
| Day Low | 1737.00 |
| Previous Close | 1735.85 |
| Last Traded Price | 1755.55 |
| Year High | 2182.35 |
| Year Low | 1344.40 |
| Traded Volume | 9.79 Cr shares |
| Traded Value | ₹590.3 Cr |
Broader Market Context
While the NIFTY 50 and Sensex experienced a decline due to global cues and cautious investor sentiment, the media and entertainment sector found significant upward momentum. This outperformance is likely fuelled by expectations of increased content monetisation, an optimistic outlook for the festive quarter, and growing retail investor interest, particularly in small-cap companies like Hathway and Network18.
Network18 Media & Investments reported a consolidated net profit of ₹148.03 crore for the quarter ended June 2025 (Q1 FY26), a substantial improvement from a net loss of ₹125.40 crore in the same period last year. This positive earnings report may be a key factor in its strong gains today.
Hathway Cable & Datacom, despite a 37.59% decline over the past year, is also seeing a surge. GTPL Hathway, a major player which is linked to Hathway, announced its Q1 FY26 revenues at ₹909.1 crore, a 7% year-on-year increase, though its profit after tax for the quarter was ₹10.5 crore, a decrease of 26% year-on-year. This mixed result for the related entity could still be viewed positively by investors focusing on revenue growth and operational stability.
Nazara Technologies, a leader in the gaming and sports media space, is currently trading strongly, nearing its 52-week high of ₹ 1,400, set on July 7, 2025. The company has demonstrated a 50.95% return over the past year, and its Q4 FY25 results showed a significant 95% jump in revenue from operations.
Outlook
Despite a 17.57% decline in the NIFTY Media index over the past year, today’s rally suggests a rotational shift in investor interest towards this previously underperforming sector. The stabilisation of the index above recent lows, with Nazara performing well and ZEEL showing signs of bouncing back, indicates a potentially positive outlook for media stocks. Investors are advised to monitor intraday momentum as these stocks continue to attract trading volumes and outpace broader market benchmarks.
Stay tuned for intraday momentum as media stocks continue to attract volumes and outperform broader benchmarks.
About NIFTY Media Index:
The NIFTY Media Index tracks the performance of top Indian companies from the television, broadcasting, publishing, and entertainment sectors. It includes names such as Network18, ZEEL, Sun TV, Saregama, and PVR Inox, reflecting the industry’s growth and digital transition trajectory.
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