NIFTY 50 fell -1.5% (-361 pts), closed at 23914 points, the worst % loss in nearly 2 months, crossed below MA20 (23992 pts).
Among the 150 largest-cap stocks, 54 (36%) closed higher. Despite NIFTY 50 falling -1.5%, 55% of all NSE stocks rose against the index.
In terms of sectors, 3 sectors closed up, 9 sectors closed down, ranging from -1.9% to +2%. 6 sectors outperformed the market. The market was down -0.4%; Utilities was up +2%, the best performer, reflecting a more conservative market sentiment; Technology was down -1.9%, the worst performer.
● Adani Total Gas (ATGL) soared +15.8% (+$109.8), closed at $803.85, a 43-day high, crossed above MA50 ($731.19). The best performer with a huge increase in volume.
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● SBI Life Insurance Company (SBILIFE) tumbled -5.1% (-$76.8), closed at $1428.6, the worst % loss in nearly 22 months, also a 116-day low. The worst performer with the largest increase in volume.
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