Top Gainers & Losers, August 18, 2026, 11:30 AM IST: Grasim Leads Gainers; Infosys Under Pressure

Mumbai, August 18: The market remained mixed during Tuesday morning trading, with selective buying visible in several stocks while IT and some other counters faced selling pressure. At 11:30 AM IST, Grasim, M&M and Trent were among the notable gainers. Infosys recorded the sharpest decline among the stocks shown, while HCLTech and Shriram Finance also remained under pressure.

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Grasim led the gainers at 11:30 AM IST, rising 1.06% to ₹3,285.00, while M&M advanced 0.94% to ₹3,422.40. Trent and Axis Bank also remained in positive territory, gaining 0.79% and 0.73%, respectively. Reliance recorded more than 35 lakh shares in volume, while ONGC saw over 55 lakh shares change hands. On the losing side, Infosys fell 2.25% to ₹1,114.20, followed by HCLTech and Shriram Finance with declines of 2.08% and 1.75%.

Why Top Gainers & Losers List Matters

The Top Gainers & Losers list gives a quick snapshot of stocks witnessing noticeable price movements during the trading session. It helps investors identify where buying interest is building and which stocks are facing stronger selling pressure. Trading volume alongside price movement can also provide a clearer picture of the level of market activity. However, short-term price movements should be viewed in the context of broader market conditions and company-specific developments.

Conclusion

At 11:30 AM IST on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, Grasim led the gainers with a 1.06% rise, followed by M&M and Trent. Infosys remained the biggest laggard, declining 2.25%, while HCLTech and Shriram Finance also recorded notable losses. Overall, the market showed a mixed trend, with selective buying in stocks such as Grasim, M&M and Axis Bank offset by selling pressure in several IT and other major counters.

Source: 

• https://www.nseindia.com/market-data/top-gainers-losers