The decline followed US President Donald Trump’s earlier comments about imposing restrictive tariffs on China, raising concerns about a renewed trade war. Although Trump softened his tone, investors remained cautious, leading to selling pressure.

Among major laggards were Tata Motors, Infosys, Hindustan Unilever, and Power Grid. Adani Ports, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, and Axis Bank posted gains, limiting the overall downside. IT and FMCG stocks faced sectoral pressure, while Nifty Financial Services ended higher by 0.35 per cent.

In the broader market, the Nifty MidCap 100 index rose 0.11 per cent, while the Nifty SmallCap 100 index fell 0.17 per cent. Analysts noted that markets may remain volatile as global trade tensions and geopolitical issues continue to influence investor sentiment. A slight recovery in the INR and easing inflation expectations provided minor support, but overall caution kept markets slightly negative.

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The Sensex rose over 100 points in early trade and was trading at 81,843, up 52 points or 0.06 per cent. The Nifty gained 34 points or 0.14 per cent, reaching 25,112 after an intra-day high of 25,140. Top Sensex gainers included Power Grid, Bajaj Finance, HCL Tech, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, Ultratech Cement, NTPC, Hindustan Unilever, Bajaj Finserv, and BEL.

Major losers included Trent, Axis Bank, Tata Motors, TCS, SBI, Kotak Bank, Tech Mahindra, HDFC Bank, and Infosys, slipping up to 2.7 per cent. In the broader market, the Nifty MidCap index gained 0.08 per cent, while the Nifty SmallCap index rose 0.41 per cent, indicating strong interest in smaller companies.

Among sectoral indices, Nifty Metal and Nifty IT were top performers, each gaining 0.4 per cent. Nifty PSU Bank fell 0.3 per cent due to profit booking. Analysts said positive sentiment remains, and short-covering could trigger further gains if market news turns favourable.

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman described the reform as a “Diwali gift” for consumers. The move aims to lower costs for the middle class and simplify business operations. Daily food items, personal care products, electronics, medicines, and medical devices will see tax reductions.

In the services sector, GST cuts apply to gyms, yoga centres, salons, and barbers. Cement tax is reduced from 28 per cent to 18 per cent, benefiting homebuyers. Companies have been directed to revise MRPs and pass savings to consumers.

Brands have already responded. Hindustan Unilever lowered prices on Dove, Lifebuoy, Horlicks, and Kissan Jam. Amul cut prices on over 700 dairy products. Automakers like Maruti, Tata, and Hyundai announced price reductions on hatchbacks ranging from Rs 70,000 to Rs 1.3 lakh.

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• State Bank of India and Bharti Airtel were the biggest gainers. SBI’s market value jumped by Rs 35,953.25 crore, reaching Rs 7,95,910 crore.
• Bharti Airtel’s valuation increased by Rs 33,214.77 crore to Rs 11,18,952.64 crore, reflecting strong investor sentiment.
• Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) added Rs 12,952.75 crore, pushing its market cap to Rs 11,46,879.47 crore.
• LIC rose by Rs 12,460.25 crore to Rs 5,65,612.92 crore, while Infosys gained Rs 6,127.73 crore, reaching Rs 6,39,901.03 crore.
• HDFC Bank saw a small increase of Rs 230.31 crore, standing at Rs 14,84,816.26 crore.

On the other hand, ICICI Bank’s valuation fell by Rs 10,707.87 crore to Rs 10,01,654.46 crore. Bajaj Finance lost Rs 6,346.93 crore, and Hindustan Unilever declined by Rs 5,039.87 crore. By week-end, the most valued companies were HDFC Bank, TCS, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, SBI, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever, and LIC. Last week, top firms had gained Rs 1,06,250.95 crore, with Bajaj Finance being the major gainer, showing the BSE’s continued upward trend.

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