Market Snapshot – Nifty 500 & Beyond
Nifty 500 stocks had quite a lot of volatility today, but despite this nifty 50 closed flat.
The Nifty 50 ended the last trading session of April 2025 at 24,334.20, down 1.75 points (-0.01%), while the Nifty Bank fell 55,087.15 points (-0.55%) to close at 54,961.45. Broader markets remained relatively subdued, with profit booking seen across banking and FMCG counters. Investor sentiment remained cautious ahead of key global data and domestic earnings.
Sensex closed at 80,242.24, down by 46.14 points (0.057%), the market remained flat overall
NSE Market Breadth Snapshot – Nifty 500 today
- Advances vs Declines: Market breadth was neutral with slight tilt toward declines. Midcap IT, select auto ancillaries, and infra stocks outperformed.
- Sector Leadership: IT, Auto, and Industrials drove gains, while FMCG and PSU Banks lagged.
Nifty 50 Daily Technical Setup
- Chart Analysis: Nifty formed a spinning top near its 20-DMA, signaling indecision. RSI is at 58—neutral zone—indicating consolidation.
- Key Levels: Support seen at 24,100 and resistance at 24,400. Breakout likely post US Fed outcome.
Top Gainers – Nifty 500
Here’s a look at the biggest winners in today’s trade:
| Stock | Gain (%) | Price (₹) | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonata Software | +12.11% | ₹421.55 | Strong quarterly earnings and upbeat guidance lifted investor confidence in IT midcaps. |
| CEAT Ltd | +8.87% | ₹3,332.00 | Positive sentiment after robust Q4 results and a favorable outlook in the auto ancillary segment. |
| Schaeffler India | +5.79% | ₹3,472.90 | Momentum from auto component stocks following bullish commentary from peers. |
| RR Kabel | +5.73% | ₹1,038.50 | Rise driven by expectations of strong infra-led demand in the wires and cables space. |
| Bharti Hexacom | +5.48% | ₹1,685.00 | Post-listing accumulation continues as telecom sector gains strength. |
We have also done a blog on the Nifty 500 – CEAT, that explains today’s surge
Top Losers – Nifty 500
On the downside, these stocks saw the steepest cuts:
| Stock | Loss (%) | Price (₹) | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Praj Industries | -9.26% | ₹461.30 | Pressure after Q4 miss and sector-wide correction in ethanol and biofuel plays. |
| Westlife Foodworld | -7.87% | ₹662.15 | Profit booking following muted quarterly updates and cost pressure worries. |
| Saregama | -6.84% | ₹522.00 | Weak earnings and slowdown in licensing revenue dented sentiment. |
| Five-Star Business Finance | -6.43% | ₹705.95 | NBFCs underperformed due to rising concerns on NIM compression. |
| PTC India | -6.39% | ₹12,721.00 | Sharp fall after reports of regulatory tightening in power trading norms. |
Sectoral Indices Performance
Here’s how major sectors performed today:
| Sector | Performance |
|---|---|
| IT | ↑ Led by Sonata Software and L&T Tech; select midcap IT saw renewed buying. |
| Auto & Auto Ancillaries | ↑ Strong numbers from CEAT and Schaeffler boosted the space. |
| FMCG | ↓ Weak Q4 numbers and margin concerns led to declines in top FMCG names. |
| Banking | ↓ Nifty Bank fell 0.61% as PSU banks saw profit booking. |
| Energy | ↓ Oil & Gas remained under pressure due to flat global crude prices. |
Ather Energy IPO Update – Upcoming IPOs – Nifty 500
The electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy closed its IPO subscription on April 30, 2025. Here’s a quick look at the final day status:
Total Subscription: 1.43x
| Category | Subscription (x) |
|---|---|
| QIBs | 1.70x |
| Retail | 1.76x |
| NII | 0.66x (Above ₹10L: 0.70x, Below ₹10L: 0.57x) |
| Employee | 5.38x |
IPO Details:
- Price Band: ₹304–₹321 per equity share
- Face Value: ₹1 per equity share
- Open Date: April 28, 2025
- Close Date: April 30, 2025
- Allotment Date: May 2, 2025
- Listing Date: May 6, 2025
Early signs suggest decent institutional interest, though HNIs showed muted participation, possibly awaiting clarity on listing gains.
Source: IPOji – Ather Energy IPO
Key News Moving the Market – Nifty 500
- US Fed Meeting Preview: Investors globally await the US Fed’s monetary policy statement on May 1. Any change in rate stance could influence FII flows into Indian markets.
- F&O Expiry Hangover: The aftermath of April’s derivatives expiry added to the choppy moves today.
- Crude Oil Alert: Brent crude remains range-bound around $87/barrel, keeping energy stocks in check.
- Earnings Season: Results from major names like Kotak Bank, Hero MotoCorp, and L&T are expected this week.
Final Thoughts on Nifty 500 & Beyond
While today’s session ended mildly in the red, there was strong action in select pockets like midcap IT, auto ancillaries, and recent listings. With the Ather IPO wrapped and institutional flows steady, all eyes now turn to global cues and upcoming corporate earnings.
Stay tuned and stay data-driven.
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We have also covered Ather IPO’s quantitative and qualitative analysis in previous blogs.
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