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GoalFi - Daily Market Wrap - Indian Markets Settle Higher on Strong Participation and Positive Sentiment

GoalFi Pulse | 2 January 2026

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January 02, 2026

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Market Overview

Indian equity markets closed firmly higher today, supported by broad-based buying across benchmark indices. The Nifty 50 closed at an all-time high, reflecting sustained positive investor sentiment. Banking, financial services, and broader market stocks contributed positively, even as select frontline stocks witnessed profit booking.

Below is a detailed snapshot of today’s market performance:

Market Snapshot – Key Indices Performance

Index Name 

Closing Level

Change

Change (%)

Nifty 50

26,328.55

182

0.70%

Nifty 500

24,099.00

189.45

0.80%

Nifty Bank

60,150.95

439.4

0.70%

Nifty Financial Services

27,899.15

232.35

0.80%

Nifty Midcap Select

13,984.00

140.4

1.30%

Market Insight:
All major indices ended in the green, with broader markets outperforming benchmarks, indicating healthy market participation.

Top Gainers – Nifty 50

Stock

LTP (₹)

Change

Change (%)

Coal India Ltd.

427.90

+27.45

+6.9%

NTPC Ltd.

352.10

+15.80

+4.7%

Hindalco Industries Ltd.

925.70

+30.75

+3.4%

Trent Ltd.

4,409.60

+112.20

+2.6%

Jio Financial Services Ltd.

301.70

+6.00

+2.0%

Summary:
Buying interest was visible in energy, metals, and select consumer-facing stocks, supporting overall market strength.

Top Losers – Nifty 50

Stock Name

LTP (₹)

Change

Change (%)

ITC Ltd.

350.05

-13.8

-3.80%

Nestlé India Ltd.

1,279.70

-15.3

-1.20%

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd.

2,195.10

-22.7

-1.00%

Shriram Finance Ltd.

1,010.35

-9.35

-0.90%

Axis Bank Ltd.

1,266.90

-7.5

-0.60%

Summary:
Selective profit booking was observed in FMCG and financial stocks despite the broader market’s positive close.

Top Gainers - N500

Stock Name

LTP (₹)

Change (₹)

Change (%)

SJVN Ltd.

83.04

+8.30

+11.10%

IDBI Bank Ltd.

114.73

+10.97

+10.60%

Transformers & Rectifiers (India) Ltd.

336.40

+28.50

+9.30%

Bosch Ltd.

39,420.00

+3,280.00

+9.10%

OLA Electric Mobility Ltd.

40.89

+3.37

+9.0%

Top Losers- N500

Stock Name

LTP (₹)

Change (₹)

Change (%)

Radico Khaitan Ltd.

3,094.20

-159.70

-4.90%

Sapphire Foods India Ltd.

252.00

-10.70

-4.10%

ITC Ltd.

350.05

-13.80

-3.80%

Waaree Energies Ltd.

2,866.30

-89.00

-3.0%

Authum Investment & Infrastructure Ltd.

3,045.80

-90.20

-2.90%

Market Outlook

Indian markets ended the session on a positive note, supported by broad-based participation across indices and the wider market. While select stocks saw profit booking, overall sentiment remained constructive.

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