Over 40 Stocks Hit Upper Price Band as Market Momentum Accelerates; 18 Touch Lower Circuit
By Ankur Chandra | Published at: Jun 26, 2025 10:12 AM IST
Mumbai, June 26: Early trading on Thursday, June 26, showed a mixed picture in the Indian stock market, with 42 stocks reaching their upper price band and 18 stocks hitting their lower circuit levels. This suggests a divergence in market sentiment, particularly within the small and mid-cap segments. The presence of upper circuit hits may indicate renewed investor interest in certain smaller companies.
Key Highlights: Stocks at Upper Price Band
Among the top gainers:
| Stock | LTP (₹) | % Change | Price Band | Traded Volume (mn) | Turnover (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORBTEXP | 214.36 | 20.00% | 20% | 0.60 | 1.26 |
| INDSWFTLTD | 19.90 | 19.95% | 20% | 3.63 | 0.70 |
| ABMINTLLTD | 64.37 | 10.00% | 10% | 0.13 | 0.09 |
| THOMASCOTT | 362.80 | 8.83% | 10% | 1.20 | 4.29 |
| MEGASOFT | 99.35 | 4.99% | 5% | 1.66 | 1.64 |
Large moves were also recorded in WEBELSOLAR (+3.46%, ₹1370), KITEX (+3.57%, ₹287.3), and DOLPHIN (+4.99%, ₹407.05).
Top Gainer by Volume
- GATECH saw the highest traded volume among upper circuit stocks at 39.5 million shares, closing at ₹1.02.
Others that Breached Price Bands Include
- SABTNL (₹874.15, +5.00%)
- KAYA (₹419.9, +4.31%)
- NACLIND (₹198.08, +5.00%)
- TEMBO (₹499.05, +5.00%)
- SUMEETINDS (₹71.38, +4.99%)
- MINDPOOL (₹58.8, +5.00%)
Stocks at Lower Price Band
Conversely, 18 stocks experienced selling pressure and hit their lower circuit levels, particularly in the SME (Small and Medium Enterprises) and BE (Book Entry) series segments. This suggests pockets of weakness and potentially a more cautious sentiment among investors for these specific stocks.
| Stock | LTP (₹) | % Change | Price Band | Year Low (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SADHNANIQ | 9.90 | -5.08% | 5% | 9.90 |
| TECILCHEM | 16.70 | -5.01% | 5% | 16.70 |
| SURANI | 107.35 | -5.00% | 5% | 102.10 |
| DHTL | 52.20 | -5.00% | 5% | 37.70 |
| AAKASH | 11.50 | -5.04% | 5% | 7.06 |
Mixed Circuit Hits
A rare group of 3 stocks hit both upper and lower bands intra-day, including:
- GODHA (₹0.57, +1.79%)
- SABAR (₹4.2, +5.00%)
- SANWARIA (₹0.40, +2.56%)
Sectoral Trends
- Textiles, Pharma, and Speciality Chemicals saw multiple upper band triggers.
- BE/BZ series stocks continue to show volatility on both sides of the circuit.
Market Sentiment
While the broader benchmark indices remained relatively stable during early trade, the concentration of circuit hits, especially in lower-priced and micro-cap stocks, suggests active participation by various market segments. These movements in smaller capitalisation stocks can sometimes be influenced by speculative activity.
Investors will largely remain cautious and conduct thorough due diligence, particularly when dealing with highly volatile or lower-priced stocks. Post-market data will provide further insights into which stocks sustained their circuit levels and the broader market momentum.
About Circuit Limits
In India, stocks are subject to daily price movement limits or “circuits” imposed by stock exchanges (NSE/BSE) to curb excessive volatility. These bands are typically 2%, 5%, 10%, or 20% of the previous close.
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