Stock Market Close Highlights: Sensex adds 318 pts, Nifty at 23,592; PSBs shine, auto shares decline

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: PSU Banks, on the other hand, outperformed others, as the Nifty PSU Bank index settled with gains of 2.50 per cent, led by Bank of Baroda and PNB

3:52 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Expert view

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Markets edged higher on the monthly expiry day, gaining nearly half a percent despite mixed cues. After a flat start, Nifty gradually moved up in the first hour, followed by a range-bound session before closing at the 23,591.95 level, up 0.45 per cent.  Sectoral trends remained mixed, with energy and realty emerging as top performers, while auto and pharma ended in the red.

 

The shift in FII stance, coupled with strength in banking and financial majors and rotational support from other heavyweights, is sustaining the positive sentiment. However, news related to US tariffs continues to trigger occasional volatility. Traders should look past the short-term choppiness during this consolidation phase and focus on selective stock opportunities.

View by Ajit Mishra – SVP, research, Religare Broking Ltd.

3:51 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Market expert view

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Domestic indices maintained optimism throughout the day, driven by sustained foreign fund inflows and the purchase of blue-chip stocks. However, the 25 per cent tariff on auto imports imposed by Trump has affected auto stocks and raised concerns within the pharma sector. Despite these challenges, the broader market demonstrated resilience, supported by expectations of double-digit earnings growth in FY26, driven by easing inflation and a downward trend in interest rates, which are anticipated to improve domestic fundamentals.Attention is now focused on the US-India trade meeting, which commenced on Wednesday, aiming to provide greater clarity on the bilateral trade agreement between the two nations.

View by Vinod Nair, head of research, Geojit Investments Limited.

3:39 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: A glance at broader market

Stock Market LIVE Updates: BSE Midcap and Smallcap ended with gains. 

 

3:38 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Gainers and losers at close

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Bajaj Finserv, NTPC, IndusInd Bank were among the top gainers on Sensex. Take a look at the heat map.

 

3:36 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty50 closed at 23,591.95, up 105 pts

Stock Market LIVE Updates: NSE Nifty50 settled at 23,591.95, up 105.10 points or 0.45 per cent. 

3:35 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex closes at 77,606.43, up 318 pts

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex closed at 77,606.43, up 317.93 points or 0.41 per cent. 

3:22 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Hudco shares climbed 3% in trade on March 27

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Shares of the state-owned Navratna company, Housing and Urban Development Corporation (Hudco), were ruling higher on the bourses on March 27, 2025. Hudco's share price climbed 3.54 per cent to log an intra-day high of ₹203.69 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) during intra-day trading on Thursday.

 

The uptick in the company's share price came on the back of the news that the Navratna company had announced the issuance of ₹2,000 crore by issuing bonds on a private placement basis. Read more 

3:13 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Aadhar Housing Finance up 5% as multiple brokerages initiate 'buy' coverage

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Shares of Aadhar Housing Finance rose nearly 5 per cent on Thursday after DAM Capital and Asian Markets Securities initiated coverage with a 'buy' rating for the stock, citing a granular presence and a healthy blend of sourcing channels.

 

Aadhar Housing Finance’s stock rose as much as 4.65 per cent during the day to ₹422 per share, the biggest intraday gain since March 7 this year. The stock pared gains to trade 4.02 per cent higher at ₹419.45 apiece, compared to a 0.46 per cent advance in Nifty 50 as of 1:08 PM. Read more

3:02 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: 3 PM market update - Sensex, Nifty trade higher

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Indian benchmark equity indices are higher on Thursday, amid global trade uncertainty after the announcement of fresh tariffs on auto imports into the US.

At 3 PM, the BSE Sensex was higher by 340 points, or 0.44 per cent, at 77,628.60, and the Nifty50 was at 23,600, higher by 113.25 points, or 0.48 per cent. 

 

2:53 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Bharat Forge up 6% from day's low on ₹6,300 crore defence ministry deal

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Bharat Forge shares rebounded significantly, recovering nearly 6 per cent from their intraday low after the company announced that it had secured a majority of the ₹6,900 crore contract awarded by the Ministry of Defence.

The stock rose as much as 1.26 per cent during the session to ₹1,199 per share, following an initial drop of over 4.4 per cent. By 12:18 PM, the stock was trading 0.8 per cent higher at ₹1,192.8, outperforming the Nifty 50, which edged up by 0.05 per cent.
 

Year-to-date, Bharat Forge shares have declined by 9.3 per cent, compared to a 0.25 per cent dip in the benchmark Nifty 50. READ MORE

 

2:47 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: FY25 mop up at ₹1.72 trn: Will FY26 be another blockbuster year for IPOs?

Stock Market LIVE Updates: The financial year 2024-25 (FY25) marked a significant milestone in India’s IPO market, with a total of 318 companies—79 mainline and 239 SME—raising ₹1.72 trillion through initial public offerings. This figure surpasses the combined funds raised in the previous two fiscal years, FY24 and FY23.

Data highlights that the capital raised in FY25 is nearly 2.5 times the ₹73,628.23 crore generated in FY24 and over three times the ₹54,856.53 crore raised in FY23. READ MORE

 

2:38 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Here's why Newgen Software share price zoomed 7% in trade on March 27

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Shares of Newgen Software Technologies soared on Thursday, March 27, 2025, climbing by 7.03 per cent to reach an intraday high of ₹1,038. The stock gained momentum following the company’s announcement of securing a contract for its Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solution.

The total value of the project, inclusive of taxes, stands at $1,285,074. In an exchange filing, Newgen Software confirmed the news, stating, "Newgen Software Technologies Limited has received and accepted the Award Letter from the customer for the Enterprise Content Management Solution (ECM). The aggregate value of the award is $1,285,074 inclusive of taxes." READ MORE

2:30 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Investment guide: Where to invest in FY26? Analysts pick sectors to bet

Stock Market LIVE Updates: The financial year 2024-25 (FY25) has been a rollercoaster ride, marked by significant volatility in its latter half due to record foreign outflows. As the fiscal year comes to a close, investors are left with modest single-digit returns.

The benchmark indices—BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50—each registered gains of around 4 per cent for the year. In the broader markets, the Nifty Midcap 100 outperformed with a rise of over 5 per cent, while the Nifty SmallCap 100 edged up by 1 per cent.

Sectoral performance showed a mixed bag of results. On the positive side, the Nifty Bank index climbed 7.63 per cent, Nifty IT advanced 6.55 per cent, and Nifty Auto gained 1.67 per cent. However, some sectors ended on a weaker note, with the Nifty FMCG index declining 1.67 per cent, Nifty Realty dropping 9.35 per cent, and Nifty Oil & Gas falling 9 per cent.
 

Going ahead, however, analysts anticipate FY26 to reward investors with double-digit returns provided the Indian economy as well as India Inc’s corporate earnings see a steady pace of recovery. READ MORE

 

2:24 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Marico, Lodha, AU SFB see high rollovers, IndusInd Bk low; check full list

Stock Market LIVE Updates: The rollover of Nifty futures from the March to April series stood at 61.9 per cent as of Wednesday, slightly lower than 62.5 per cent recorded on the corresponding day of the previous expiry. Additionally, the rollover rate fell below the 3-month average of 62.7 per cent for the same period.

In contrast, Bank Nifty rollovers registered a robust 69.3 per cent, significantly higher than the 58.2 per cent recorded on the same day during the previous expiry. This figure also surpassed the 3-month average of 68.8 per cent and the 6-month average of 68.4 per cent, according to a report by Axis Securities. 

The notable increase in Bank Nifty rollovers signals heightened positive sentiment and bullish activity in this segment compared to earlier periods, the report noted. READ MORE

 

2:18 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Capri Global Capital zooms 27% in 2 days on heavy volumes, positive outlook

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Capri Global Capital (Capri Loans) shares surged by 9 per cent to reach ₹212.55 on the BSE during Thursday’s intraday trading, supported by heavy volumes. Over the past two days, the stock price of this non-banking finance company (NBFC) has soared 26 per cent, reflecting a positive market outlook. The stock is currently trading at its highest level of 2025, having previously reached a 52-week high of ₹251.90 on April 15, 2024.

 

Trading volumes on the counter witnessed a massive spike, increasing more than eightfold. By 11:17 AM, a total of 32.69 million shares, equivalent to 4 per cent of the company’s total equity, had been traded across the NSE and BSE. READ MORE

 

2:12 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Retaggio Industries IPO opens; check price band, lot size, GMP, key dates

Stock Market LIVE Updates: The initial public offering (IPO) of Retaggio Industries commenced today, March 27, 2025, inviting public subscription to raise ₹15.50 crore. The SME issue consists entirely of a fresh issuance of 6.19 million equity shares, with no Offer for Sale (OFS) component.

 

Details of Retaggio Industries IPO price band and lot size reveal that shares are priced at ₹25 each, with a minimum lot size of 6,000 shares. Retail investors can purchase one lot, requiring an investment of ₹1,50,000, while high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) must invest at least ₹3,00,000 for two lots. READ MORE

 

2:06 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: L&T stock gains 2% on winning ultra mega order; soars 12% so far in March

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Shares of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) rose by 2 per cent to ₹3,528 during Thursday’s intraday trading on the BSE, following the announcement of an ultra mega order exceeding ₹15,000 crore from QatarEnergy LNG within its Hydrocarbon vertical in the international market.

 

In March 2025, L&T has outpaced market performance, rallying 12 per cent as it secured contracts totaling ₹32,500 crore throughout the month. The engineering giant has received three large orders, one significant contract, and one ultra mega deal. READ MORE

2:02 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: 2 PM market update - Sensex, Nifty trade higher

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Indian benchmark equity indices are higher on Thursday, amid global trade uncertainty after the announcement of fresh tariffs on auto imports into the US.

At 2 PM, the BSE Sensex was higher by 379 points, or 0.49 per cent, at 77,668.24, and the Nifty50 was at 23,603, higher by 116.60 points, or 0.50 per cent. 

 

1:56 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: JSW Infra gains 7% in 2 days, stock zooms 50% from Feb low; here's why

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Shares of JSW Infrastructure climbed 4 per cent during Thursday’s intraday trade on the BSE, reaching ₹327.55 amidst heavy trading volumes.

 

The stock has gained 7 per cent over the past two days following the company’s announcement of its acquisition of the slurry pipeline business from JSW Utkal Steel, a wholly-owned subsidiary of JSW Steel, through a slump sale. The pipeline, designed for transporting iron ore from Nuagaon mines to Jagatsinghpur in Odisha, was acquired for ₹1,617 crore. READ MORE

 

1:52 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: IRM Energy shares spike 14% after signing RLNG supply pact with Shell

Stock Market LIVE Updates: IRM Energy shares surged over 14 per cent on Thursday, driven by the announcement of a five-year contract with Shell's India unit for the supply of Regasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG).

 

The stock climbed as high as ₹303.05 per share during intraday trading, marking its largest single-day gain since April 22, 2024. By 19:47 AM, however, it pared some of its gains, trading 10.39 per cent higher at ₹293.2 per share, in contrast to a 0.43 per cent uptick in the Nifty 50. READ MORE

 

1:45 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Rekha Jhunjhunwala-owned stock gets two 'Buy' calls; up to 77% upside seen

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Analysts at Nuvama Professional Clients Group are optimistic about Baazar Style Retail, in which Rekha Jhunjhunwala owns a significant stake, projecting potential returns of over 70 per cent for investors within the next year. Their positive outlook is driven by the company’s robust expansion strategy and improved store performance.

 

In a coverage initiation report, Palash Kawale of Nuvama Professional remarked, “Baazar Style Retail is one of the fastest-growing value retail players in East India, catering to the neo-middle class in Tier II and III cities. We consider the stock a strong candidate for valuation re-rating due to its better store economics, aggressive growth plans of adding 40-50 stores per year, and the significant market opportunity.” READ MORE

 

1:38 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: RBI to raise foreign individual investment cap in listed firms to 10%

Stock Market LIVE Updates: India's central bank plans to increase the cap on individual foreign investor holdings in listed companies from 5 per cent to 10 per cent, aiming to attract greater capital inflows. This move was confirmed by two senior government officials and documents reviewed by Reuters.

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have withdrawn over $28 billion from Indian equities since September's peak in the NSE Nifty 50 benchmark, driven by concerns over disappointing earnings, elevated valuations, and the looming threat of US tariffs. READ MORE

 

1:32 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Auto stocks can defy Trump tariff woes, may rally up to 24%; suggest charts

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Auto stocks emerged as the top laggards in Thursday's trading session following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25 per cent tariff on all cars imported into the United States, effective April 2.

While the broader market showed signs of recovery, with the Nifty gaining 0.5 per cent to hover around 23,600 levels, the Nifty Auto index remained under pressure, declining nearly 1 per cent to trade around 21,557.

In light of these developments, a technical analysis of the Nifty Auto index and the stocks of India's top three car manufacturers provides further insights into market trends. READ MORE

 

1:22 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Authum Investment shares gain 6% on ex-dividend date; check details

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Authum Investment & Infrastructure shares saw a strong rally on Thursday, March 27, 2025, rising 6.5 per cent to an intraday high of ₹1,634.75 per share on the BSE. The surge in the stock price came as the dividend record date drew investor attention.

The dividend record date serves as the cutoff point for determining which shareholders qualify to receive the dividend payment. Investors holding the stock on or before this date are eligible for the payout, while those who purchase it after are not entitled to receive the dividend.

As of 11:06 AM, Authum Investment shares were trading 3.7 per cent higher at ₹1,591.15 per share on the BSE, compared to a 0.52 per cent gain in the BSE Sensex, which stood at 77,687.51. READ MORE

 

1:11 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Here's why Newgen Software share price zoomed 7% in trade on March 27

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Shares of Newgen Software Technologies witnessed strong demand on Thursday, March 27, 2025, surging by 7.03% to reach an intraday high of ₹1,038 per share.

The spike in Newgen Software's stock price followed the company’s announcement of securing a contract for its Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solution, with the total project value amounting to $1,285,074, inclusive of taxes.
 

In an exchange filing, the company confirmed, "Newgen Software Technologies Limited has received and accepted the Award Letter from the customer for the Enterprise Content Management Solution (ECM), with the aggregate value of the award being $1,285,074, inclusive of taxes." READ MORE

 

1:00 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: United Spirits up 3% after board approves ₹4 dividend; check record date

Stock Market LIVE Updates: United Spirits shares gained 2.6 per cent in trade on Thursday, March 27, 2025, logging an intraday high at ₹1,395.85 per share on BSE. The stock gained after the board approved the dividend and fixed record date. 

 

The record date for a dividend is the cutoff date established by a company to determine which shareholders are eligible to receive a dividend payment. If you own the stock on or before the record date, you will receive the dividend. Shareholders who purchase the stock after the record date are not entitled to the dividend. READ MORE

12:45 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: SpiceJet shares pop 3% on settling dispute with Willis Lease; details here

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Budget airline SpiceJet shares were in demand on Thursday, March 27, 2025, as the stock rallied 3.07 per cent to hit an intraday high of Rs 46.31 per share.

 

SpiceJet's shares saw an uptick after the company announced the successful resolution of its dispute with Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a global aircraft engine lessor. This settlement has led to major savings for the airline, SpiceJet said. READ MORE

12:30 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Missed the IPO bus? Time to buy selectively for the long-term, say analysts

Stock Market LIVE Updates: The Indian stock markets have faced a challenging period over the past few months, with the benchmark indices, S&P BSE Sensex and Nifty 50, declining by more than 10 per cent from their peak levels reached in September 2024.

This market downturn has also adversely impacted newly-listed companies. Among the 79 firms that debuted on the exchanges through mainboard IPOs in FY25, 57—or 72 per cent—were trading below their listing price as of March 27, 2025. Furthermore, 36 of these stocks, representing 45 per cent, have fallen below their respective issue prices.
 

What’s driving this struggle? Analysts point to lofty valuations as the main reason for the broad-based correction in stocks of recently listed companies. READ MORE

 

12:20 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: RBI Guv Sanjay Malhotra raises rate cut hopes with growth-focused policy

Stock Market LIVE Updates: India’s new central bank governor has marked his first 100 days in office with a growth-friendly approach to monetary policy, suggesting he’ll be willing to cut interest rates further and keep liquidity flush as the economy braces for trade turmoil.

 

Since taking office in December, Sanjay Malhotra has reduced interest rates for the first time in five years, injected nearly $60 billion into the banking system, allowed the rupee to slide, and eased restrictions on bank lending. READ MORE

 

12:12 PM

Stock Market LIVE Updates: Desco Infratech IPO allotment today; check status, GMP, likely listing date

Stock Market LIVE Updates: The share allotment for Desco Infratech's initial public offering (IPO) is likely to be finalised today, Thursday, March 27, 2025. The IPO, which concluded its three-day subscription window on Wednesday, March 26, garnered an exceptional response, being oversubscribed by approximately 77.74 times, as per data from the BSE.

 

The strongest interest in this SME offering came from Non-Institutional Investors (NIIs), who oversubscribed their reserved quota by 171.28 times. Retail investors followed with 50.62 times oversubscription, while Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs) recorded an oversubscription of 28.76 times. READ MORE