The Indian stock market ended higher on Monday, 26 October 2026, snapping a four-session losing streak. The BSE Sensex gained 482.92 points (0.66%) to close at 73,606.75, while the Nifty 50 rose 153.20 points (0.68%) to 22,753.20. Metal, pharmaceutical and infrastructure stocks led the recovery, with mid-cap and small-cap indices outperforming the benchmarks.
Despite a weak opening amid elevated crude oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty, buying in selected large-cap stocks helped the Sensex recover more than 1,000 points from its intraday low. Q2 FY27 corporate results, institutional investor activity and IPO developments also remained in focus.
Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty Closing Levels
The Indian equity market witnessed a broad recovery on 26 October, with all the major benchmark and broader-market indices closing higher. However, banking stocks showed comparatively limited gains.
Here is how the major indices performed during Monday's trading session.
| Index |
Closing level |
Points change (%) |
| BSE Sensex |
73,606.75 |
+482.92 (+0.66%) |
| Nifty 50 |
22,753.20 |
+153.20 (+0.68%) |
| Bank Nifty |
54,366.70 |
+79.35 (+0.15%) |
| Nifty Next 50 |
66,477.15 |
+648.55 (+0.99%) |
| Nifty Midcap 100 |
56,465.40 |
+664.75 (+1.19%) |
| Nifty Smallcap 250 |
16,570.50 |
+185.35 (+1.13%) |
| Nifty 500 |
21,608.75 |
+181.15 (+0.85%) |
Nifty 50 intraday movement
| Particulars |
Level |
| Opening level |
22,524.40 |
| Intraday high |
22,753.20 |
| Intraday low |
22,387.35 |
| Closing level |
22,753.20 |
The Nifty 50 opened below its previous close of 22,600 and initially declined to 22,387.35. However, buying during the session helped the index recover its losses and finish at the day's high.
The broader-market performance was particularly notable. The Nifty Midcap 100 gained 1.19%, while the Nifty Smallcap 250 advanced 1.13%, both outperforming the Nifty 50.
Investors can track benchmark indices, top gainers, losers and other market movements through the Stock Market Dashboard.
Why Did the Indian Stock Market Rise Today?
The stock market recovered on 26 October after four consecutive sessions of losses. The rebound was supported by sector-specific buying, a recovery in selected heavyweight stocks and positive reactions to corporate earnings.
1. Metal and pharmaceutical stocks led the recovery
Metal and pharmaceutical shares were among Monday's strongest performers.
The Nifty Metal index gained 2.21%, supported by buying in steel and related companies. JSW Steel rose 6.28%, while Tata Steel and Hindalco also recorded gains.
Pharmaceutical stocks strengthened, with the Nifty Pharma index advancing 1.76%. Dr Reddy's Laboratories gained 6.62%, while Mankind Pharma rose approximately 4.5% following its quarterly results.
These gains helped offset weakness in selected banking, financial services and consumer stocks.
2. Buying returned after four consecutive declining sessions
The Sensex and Nifty had declined throughout the previous four trading sessions, creating a weak market environment.
On Monday, both indices opened lower but gradually recovered as buying emerged in large-cap and broader-market stocks.
The Sensex recovered more than 1,000 points from its intraday low, while the Nifty climbed approximately 366 points from its session low to close at 22,753.20.
The recovery indicated renewed buying interest, although one positive session does not establish a sustained trend reversal.
3. Q2 FY27 earnings influenced individual stocks
September-quarter earnings remained an important factor behind stock-specific movements.
Ather Energy reported its first quarterly profit, Mankind Pharma announced higher revenue and profitability, and Kotak Mahindra Bank benefited from strong quarterly earnings.
However, the reaction was not uniformly positive across financial stocks. AU Small Finance Bank declined sharply despite reporting higher profit, reflecting concerns over margins and asset quality.
4. Global risks continued to influence sentiment
The broader market remained exposed to several uncertainties.
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Brent crude traded around $115 per barrel during the session, keeping India's import costs and inflation risks in focus.
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Geopolitical tensions in West Asia continued to raise concerns about energy supplies.
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The Indian rupee remained under pressure against the US dollar.
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Investors awaited monetary-policy decisions from the US Federal Reserve and other major central banks.
Consequently, Monday's recovery reflected improved domestic buying rather than a complete reversal of the prevailing global risks.
Nifty 50 Top Gainers and Losers Today
The Nifty 50 witnessed strong gains in pharmaceutical and metal stocks on 26 October. Meanwhile, selected financial and consumer-facing companies remained under selling pressure.
Top Nifty 50 Gainers (26 October 2026)
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Stock
|
Share Price and Change
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Dr Reddy's Laboratories
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₹1,310.90 (+6.62%)
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JSW Steel
|
₹1,260.00 (+6.28%)
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BSE Ltd
|
₹3,359.00 (+3.97%)
|
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Adani Ports
|
₹1,752.50 (+2.92%)
|
|
Eternal
|
₹325.55 (+2.57%)
|
Dr Reddy's Laboratories was the leading gainer, rising 6.62% to Rs 1,310.90. The rally followed its Q2 FY27 results, with investors responding positively to an improvement in operating margins despite a decline in reported net profit.
JSW Steel gained 6.28% to Rs 1,260, supported by strength across metal stocks. BSE Ltd, Adani Ports and Eternal also contributed to the positive momentum.
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Top Nifty 50 Losers (26 October 2026)
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Stock
|
Share Price and Change
|
|
Shriram Finance
|
₹825.00 (-4.62%)
|
|
Tata Consumer Products
|
₹936.50 (-2.84%)
|
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Bajaj Finance
|
₹918.70 (-1.10%)
|
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HDFC Life Insurance
|
₹519.00 (-0.91%)
|
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HDFC Bank
|
₹688.05 (-0.69%)
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Shriram Finance was the biggest Nifty 50 loser, declining 4.62% to Rs 825 following its recently announced quarterly results.
Tata Consumer Products fell 2.84%, while Bajaj Finance, HDFC Life Insurance and HDFC Bank also ended lower.
The divergence between strong pharmaceutical and metal stocks and weaker financial shares shows that Monday's recovery was uneven across sectors.
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Source: Finology Ticker Nifty 50.
Sensex and Bank Nifty Performance on 26 October
The Sensex rebounded strongly, but Bank Nifty lagged behind the broader market. Gains in selected banking stocks were offset by weakness elsewhere in the sector.
Sensex Top-Performing and Lagging Stocks (26 October 2026)
Eternal and Adani Ports were among the notable Sensex gainers. Meanwhile, Bajaj Finance and HDFC Bank remained under pressure.
Sensex Gainers
|
Stock
|
Share Price and Change
|
|
Adani Ports
|
₹1,752.50 (+2.92%)
|
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Eternal
|
₹325.55 (+2.57%)
|
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Tata Steel
|
₹169.80 (+1.52%)
|
Sensex Losers
|
Stock
|
Share Price and Change
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Bajaj Finance
|
₹918.70 (-1.10%)
|
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HDFC Bank
|
₹688.05 (-0.69%)
|
The performance of Adani Ports and Eternal supported the index's recovery. Tata Steel also benefited from strength in the metals segment.
In contrast, declines in financial heavyweights limited the extent of the benchmark's gains.
Source: Finology Ticker BSE Sensex.
Bank Nifty ends marginally higher
Bank Nifty closed at 54,366.70, gaining 79.35 points or 0.15%.
Two notable banking stocks recorded contrasting movements.
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Banking Stock
|
Share Price and Change
|
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Kotak Mahindra Bank
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₹440.55 (+2.33%)
|
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AU Small Finance Bank
|
₹869.00 (-6.85%)
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Kotak Mahindra Bank benefited from its Q2 FY27 earnings, while AU Small Finance Bank declined despite reporting higher net profit.
The Kotak Mahindra Bank figure is an intraday quote from approximately 3:07 PM, while AU Small Finance Bank's figure is from an end-of-day snapshot. They should not be interpreted as prices captured at the same time.
Bank Nifty's comparatively small gain suggests that the sector's recovery was less broad-based than that of metals, pharmaceuticals and infrastructure.
Source: Finology Ticker Nifty Bank
Sectoral Performance: Metal and Pharma Lead the Market
Most major sectoral indices ended higher on 26 October, led by metals, pharmaceuticals, energy and infrastructure.
Sectoral Index Performance (26 October 2026)
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Sectoral Index
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Closing Level and Change
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Nifty Metal
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11,731.55 (+2.21%)
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Nifty Pharma
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25,774.25 (+1.76%)
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Nifty Energy
|
35,022.35 (+1.46%)
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Nifty Infrastructure
|
8,661.20 (+1.25%)
|
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Nifty IT
|
32,273.05 (+0.87%)
|
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Nifty Realty
|
789.70 (+0.68%)
|
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Nifty Auto
|
24,970.75 (+0.44%)
|
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Nifty PSU Bank
|
8,093.80 (+0.29%)
|
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Nifty Bank
|
54,366.70 (+0.15%)
|
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Nifty Media
|
1,558.10 (-0.34%)
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What does the sectoral performance indicate?
The Nifty Metal index's 2.21% gain was considerably stronger than the Nifty 50's 0.68% rise, indicating a concentration of buying interest in commodity-related businesses.
Pharmaceutical stocks also outperformed, supported by strong movements in Dr Reddy's Laboratories and Mankind Pharma.
Infrastructure and energy stocks participated in the recovery, while the Nifty IT index gained 0.87%.
Banking indices recorded smaller gains, and Nifty Media declined by 0.34%.
Market breadth improves, but volatility remains elevated
Market breadth improved during Monday's trading session.
Within the Nifty 50:
A separate dataset covering 212 futures-and-options-eligible cash stocks showed 157 gainers and 55 losers. This represents a selected stock universe rather than an exchange-wide advance-decline count.
Meanwhile, the India VIX remained around 17.1, indicating that expected market volatility was still elevated despite the recovery.
A broad rebound is encouraging, but investors should monitor whether the improvement continues over subsequent sessions.
Want to compare stocks across industries? Check the Sector Wise Stocks List.
Stocks at 52-Week Highs and Lows Today
Several stocks appeared on market-screening lists for 52-week highs and lows during the session.
Stocks at 52-Week Highs (26 October 2026)
Share Price
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Stock
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Share Price (₹)
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Steel Strips Wheels
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522.40
|
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Tonbo Imaging India
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1,232.00
|
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Indian Hotels Company
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788.10
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Sahajanand Medical Technologies
|
409.70
|
Day's High
|
Stock
|
Day's High (₹)
|
|
Steel Strips Wheels
|
537.85
|
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Tonbo Imaging India
|
1,331.45
|
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Indian Hotels Company
|
795.65
|
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Sahajanand Medical Technologies
|
446.20
|
Steel Strips Wheels, Tonbo Imaging India and Sahajanand Medical Technologies attracted attention following strong price movements.
Indian Hotels Company also appeared among stocks trading near fresh 52-week highs.
Source: Finology Ticker 52-Week High.
Stocks at 52-Week Lows (26 October 2026)
Share Price
|
Stock
|
Share Price (₹)
|
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Swiggy
|
186.50
|
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Tata Power
|
336.95
|
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Power Finance Corporation
|
319.75
|
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Godrej Consumer Products
|
835.45
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Day's Low
|
Stock
|
Day's Low (₹)
|
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Swiggy
|
174.30
|
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Tata Power
|
333.30
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Power Finance Corporation
|
310.45
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Godrej Consumer Products
|
827.35
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The presence of stocks on both high and low lists highlights the divergence in individual share-price performance.
Source: Finology Ticker 52-Week Low.
Q2 FY27 Results Today: Ather Energy, Mankind Pharma, ITC Hotels and Major Banks
The Q2 FY27 earnings season remained active on 26 October, with several companies announcing their results for the quarter ended 30 September 2026.
Ather Energy's return to profitability, Mankind Pharma's margin expansion and stronger results from public-sector banks were among the important corporate developments.
Major Q2 FY27 results announced on 26 October
Revenue and Net Interest Income (NII)
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Company
|
Revenue / NII (₹ Cr)
|
|
Ather Energy
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1,464.24
|
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Mankind Pharma
|
4,338
|
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ITC Hotels
|
1,054.14
|
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Indian Overseas Bank
|
3,867 (NII)
|
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Bank of Maharashtra
|
3,954 (NII)
|
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APL Apollo Tubes
|
7,001.70
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Eris Lifesciences
|
892
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Tamilnad Mercantile Bank
|
807 (NII)
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Net Profit
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Company
|
Net Profit (₹ Cr)
|
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Ather Energy
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1.26
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Mankind Pharma
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711
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ITC Hotels
|
202.65
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Indian Overseas Bank
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1,912
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Bank of Maharashtra
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2,310
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APL Apollo Tubes
|
382.42
|
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Eris Lifesciences
|
184
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Tamilnad Mercantile Bank
|
451
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Figures relate to Q2 FY27. Banks are shown using net interest income (NII), while non-banking companies are shown using revenue from operations. Profit figures follow their respective reported bases, which may differ between consolidated, attributable and standalone figures.
Ather Energy Q2 FY27: First quarterly profit and capacity expansion
Ather Energy reported a significant improvement in its September-quarter financial performance.
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Financial Metric
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Q2 FY27 vs Q2 FY26
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Revenue from operations
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₹1,464.24 Cr vs ₹898.88 Cr
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Net profit / (loss)
|
₹1.26 Cr profit vs ₹154.07 Cr loss
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Revenue increased approximately 63% year-on-year, while the electric two-wheeler manufacturer reported a small quarterly profit after a substantial loss in the corresponding period last year.
The company's board also approved approximately Rs 122 crore in capital expenditure to expand manufacturing capacity at its Hosur and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facilities.
The expansion includes additional annual capacity of 75,000 units at Hosur and 1,50,000 units at Factory 3.0 in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
Ather Energy's share price closed approximately 13.7% higher following the results.
What investors should track: The company's ability to sustain profitability, improve operating margins, manage commodity costs and utilise its additional manufacturing capacity.
Mankind Pharma Q2 FY27: Profit rises 39%
Mankind Pharma reported a strong September quarter, supported by revenue growth and improved operating profitability.
| Metric |
Q2 FY27 / YoY growth |
| Revenue from operations |
Rs 4,338 Cr / +17.3% |
| Net profit |
Rs 711 Cr / +39.1% |
| EBITDA margin |
Around 27% / +210 bps |
The company's EBITDA margin improved from approximately 24.9% to 27%.
Mankind Pharma shares closed around Rs 2,312, gaining approximately 4.5%.
For investors, the improvement in operating margins alongside revenue growth is an important indicator to monitor in subsequent quarters.
Indian Overseas Bank and Bank of Maharashtra: Strong profit growth
Public-sector banking earnings remained a major focus.
Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank reported Q2 FY27 net profit of Rs 1,912 crore, an increase of approximately 56% year-on-year.
Net interest income rose 26.4% to Rs 3,867 crore.
Asset-quality indicators improved, with gross NPA declining to 1.19% and net NPA to 0.16%.
Bank of Maharashtra
Bank of Maharashtra reported net profit of Rs 2,310 crore, up 41.42% year-on-year.
Net interest income increased 21.76% to Rs 3,954 crore.
The bank's gross NPA stood at 1.25%, while net NPA declined to 0.12%.
These results indicated improving core earnings and asset quality. However, investors should continue monitoring credit growth, deposit costs, net interest margins and potential loan slippages.
Other important Q2 FY27 results
ITC Hotels: The company reported consolidated revenue of Rs 1,054.14 crore and net profit of Rs 202.65 crore. Its hotels and branded residences businesses supported revenue growth, with branded residences making a positive contribution.
APL Apollo Tubes: Revenue increased 26.6% year-on-year to Rs 7,001.70 crore, while profit rose 26.8% to Rs 382.42 crore. EBITDA increased approximately 29.3% to Rs 578 crore, reflecting stronger operating performance.
Eris Lifesciences: Revenue rose approximately 12.6% to Rs 892 crore, while profit increased about 53% to Rs 184 crore. However, its EBITDA margin contracted from approximately 36.4% to 34.7%, indicating that operating costs remained important to monitor.
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank: Net profit rose 42.1% to Rs 451 crore, while net interest income increased 35.2% to Rs 807 crore. The lender also reported improvements in asset quality.
Together, these results indicate that earnings growth remained company-specific, with revenue growth, margins, financing costs and asset quality influencing performance across sectors.
Stocks in News Today: Kotak Bank, AU Small Finance Bank, Dr Reddy's and KEC International
Apart from companies reporting results on Monday, several stocks reacted to previously announced earnings, order wins and other corporate developments.
Kotak Mahindra Bank rises after Q2 profit growth
Kotak Mahindra Bank reported consolidated net profit of Rs 5,645 crore in Q2 FY27, an increase of approximately 26% year-on-year.
Its standalone net profit stood at Rs 4,212 crore.
The bank also reported growth in deposits and customer assets, alongside a decline in provisions.
The earnings supported Monday's positive share-price movement.
For investors, the key variables include deposit mobilisation, credit growth, net interest margins and credit quality.
Want more details on Kotak Mahindra Bank earnings? Check the Kotak Mahindra Bank Q2 FY27 Results Analysis.
AU Small Finance Bank falls despite 53% profit growth
AU Small Finance Bank shares fell approximately 6.85% to Rs 869 in an end-of-day market snapshot.
The decline came despite the bank reporting Q2 FY27 net profit of Rs 858 crore, up 53% year-on-year.
Market concerns centred on pressure on net interest margins, sequential loan slippages and the sustainability of earnings.
The stock's reaction illustrates why higher reported profit does not necessarily translate into a positive share-price movement.
Dr Reddy's Laboratories gains despite lower quarterly profit
Dr Reddy's Laboratories reported consolidated Q2 FY27 net profit of approximately Rs 925 crore, a decline of around 36% year-on-year.
Nevertheless, the stock gained 6.62%.
The positive market reaction was associated with a stronger-than-expected recovery in operating margins and expectations surrounding its product pipeline.
The company's performance shows the importance of looking beyond headline profit growth. Margin recovery, business mix and future product opportunities can influence investor expectations.
KEC International secures Rs 2,872 crore Power Grid orders
KEC International announced that it had secured transmission and distribution orders worth Rs 2,872 crore from Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL).
The contracts involve the design, supply and installation of 765 kV transmission lines.
The projects are associated with the evacuation of 8.5 GW of renewable energy from Gujarat.
According to the company, the latest orders include its largest-ever single order in the domestic transmission and distribution business.
The announcement takes its year-to-date order intake above Rs 13,500 crore, including approximately Rs 9,500 crore from transmission and distribution.
For investors, the important factors are project execution, profitability, working-capital requirements and conversion of orders into revenue.
Other notable stock movements
Apollo Micro Systems gained approximately 10% following its quarterly earnings.
Jyoti Structures rose around 11% amid order-related developments involving Power Grid Corporation of India.
Swiggy recovered during Monday's session following a sharp decline in the previous trading session. However, its recent financial performance remained an important consideration.
Bonfiglioli Transmissions also attracted attention following disclosed bulk deals involving Catamaran Ventures and Equism Capital.
IPO News Today: EAAA India Alternatives Opens, Jio Platforms and Paras Healthcare Allotments in Focus
The Indian primary market remained active on 26 October, with a new mainboard IPO opening for subscription and two major public issues reaching their scheduled allotment dates.
Upcoming IPOs from BLS Polymers and SFC Environmental Technologies also remained in focus.
EAAA India Alternatives IPO opens on 26 October
The EAAA India Alternatives IPO opened for subscription on Monday, 26 October 2026, with an issue size of Rs 1,200 crore.
The offering is entirely an offer for sale (OFS), meaning the company will not receive fresh proceeds from the public issue.
| Particulars |
Details |
| IPO size |
Rs 1,200 crore |
| Price band |
Rs 1,585 to Rs 1,665 |
| Issue structure |
Entirely OFS |
| Lot size |
9 shares |
| Minimum retail investment |
Rs 14,985 |
| IPO opening date |
26 October 2026 |
| IPO closing date |
28 October 2026 |
| Expected allotment |
29 October 2026 |
| Expected listing |
2 November 2026 |
The offer comprises approximately 72.07 lakh equity shares being sold by Edelweiss Securities & Investments.
EAAA India Alternatives operates in alternative asset management, including private credit and other alternative investment strategies.
Since the IPO does not involve a fresh issue, its proceeds will go to the selling shareholder rather than funding the company's future operations.
EAAA India Alternatives IPO Day 1 subscription
As of approximately 3:45 PM IST on 26 October, provisional subscription data indicated relatively limited bidding activity.
| Investor category |
Subscription |
| Qualified institutional buyers (QIB) |
0.08x |
| Non-institutional investors (NII) |
0.24x |
| Retail individual investors (RII) |
0.03x |
| Overall subscription |
0.09x |
The IPO had received bids for approximately 9% of the shares available for public subscription in this snapshot.
These figures are provisional and may differ from the final exchange-reported subscription data.
Investors evaluating the issue should consider the company's profitability, assets under management, fee-generating capabilities, valuation and the implications of its entirely OFS structure.
Jio Platforms IPO allotment scheduled for 26 October
The Rs 30,213 crore Jio Platforms IPO remained one of the most closely watched developments in the primary market.
The public issue closed on 23 October and recorded strong institutional demand.
| Particulars |
Details |
| IPO size |
Rs 30,213 crore |
| Issue price |
Rs 1,119 per share |
| Issue structure |
Entirely fresh issue |
| Final reported subscription |
22.19x |
| QIB subscription |
70.55x |
| NII subscription |
14.00x |
| Retail subscription |
2.72x |
| Scheduled allotment |
26 October 2026 |
| Expected listing |
28 October 2026 |
The final reported overall subscription of 22.19 times was higher than the earlier provisional figure of 19.54 times.
Institutional demand was particularly strong, with the qualified institutional buyer portion subscribed 70.55 times.
However, high IPO subscription does not guarantee listing gains. Post-listing performance will depend on market conditions, valuation and investor demand.
At the briefing cut-off, 26 October was the scheduled allotment date. Completion of the registrar's allotment process had not been independently confirmed.
Read the Jio Platforms IPO Analysis for details on its valuation and key risks.
Paras Healthcare IPO allotment update
Paras Healthcare's Rs 1,450 crore IPO closed on 23 October, recording overall subscription of 2.34 times.
| Particulars |
Details |
| IPO size |
Rs 1,450 crore |
| Issue price |
Rs 693 per share |
| QIB subscription |
3.25x |
| NII subscription |
0.69x |
| Retail subscription |
2.10x |
| Overall subscription |
2.34x |
| Scheduled allotment |
26 October 2026 |
| Expected listing |
28 October 2026 |
Institutional and retail demand exceeded the shares reserved for those categories, while the non-institutional portion remained undersubscribed.
Investors awaiting allotment can check the registrar's platform or the NSE and BSE IPO allotment services.
Upcoming mainboard IPOs: BLS Polymers, SFC Environmental and M. K. Sons Fine Jewels
Three mainboard IPOs were scheduled to open during the final week of October.
IPO Opening and Closing Dates
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IPO
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Opening and Closing Dates
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BLS Polymers
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27–29 October 2026
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SFC Environmental Technologies
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27–29 October 2026
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M. K. Sons Fine Jewels
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28–30 October 2026
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IPO Issue Sizes
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IPO
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Issue Size
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BLS Polymers
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₹255 Cr
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SFC Environmental Technologies
|
₹667.53 Cr
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M. K. Sons Fine Jewels
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₹275.40 Cr
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IPO Price Bands
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IPO
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Price Band
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BLS Polymers
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₹142–₹150
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SFC Environmental Technologies
|
₹313–₹330
|
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M. K. Sons Fine Jewels
|
₹153–₹162
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Minimum Retail Application
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IPO
|
Minimum Application
|
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BLS Polymers
|
₹15,000
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SFC Environmental Technologies
|
₹14,850
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M. K. Sons Fine Jewels
|
₹14,742
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BLS Polymers IPO
BLS Polymers is launching a Rs 255 crore entirely fresh issue to finance manufacturing capacity expansion, working capital and general corporate purposes.
The price band is Rs 142 to Rs 150 per share, with a lot size of 100 shares.
SFC Environmental Technologies IPO
SFC Environmental Technologies is raising up to Rs 667.53 crore through an IPO comprising a Rs 150 crore fresh issue and approximately Rs 517.53 crore OFS.
The fresh capital will primarily support debt repayment, working-capital requirements and general corporate purposes.
The IPO price band is Rs 313 to Rs 330 per share, with a lot size of 45 shares. Anchor bidding was scheduled for 26 October.
M. K. Sons Fine Jewels IPO
M. K. Sons Fine Jewels is launching a Rs 275.40 crore IPO comprising a Rs 220.32 crore fresh issue and a Rs 55.08 crore OFS.
The issue has a price band of Rs 153 to Rs 162 per share and a lot size of 91 shares.
Looking for upcoming listings? Check the latest IPO updates.
SME IPO and listing updates
The Core4 Engineers SME IPO remained open on 26 October, with its subscription closing scheduled for 27 October.
| Particulars |
Core4 Engineers IPO |
| Issue size |
Rs 54.82 crore |
| Price band |
Rs 88 to Rs 93 |
| Minimum individual application |
Rs 2,23,200 |
| Minimum application quantity |
2,400 shares |
| Closing date |
27 October 2026 |
| Provisional subscription |
Approximately 0.23x |
The subscription figure represents an intraday snapshot rather than a final exchange tally.
No new mainboard listing was identified for 26 October.
Meanwhile, recently listed Bonfiglioli Transmissions attracted attention following bulk-deal disclosures. Its shares were quoted around Rs 619.90, up approximately 7.6%, at about 2:45 PM IST. This was an intraday observation, not a confirmed closing price.
FII and DII Activity: Latest Institutional Buying and Selling Data
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) and domestic institutional investors (DIIs) remained important influences on Indian equity markets.
The combined provisional cash-market figures for 26 October 2026 had not been independently verified at the briefing cut-off.
The latest verified figures were for Friday, 23 October.
| Investor category |
Net activity on 23 October |
| Foreign institutional investors (FII/FPI) |
+Rs 887.65 Cr |
| Domestic institutional investors (DII) |
+Rs 3,235.36 Cr |
Both categories were net buyers during the previous trading session.
However, the overall institutional flow trend for October remained mixed.
FII and DII flows in October 2026
| Category |
Net cash-market activity through 23 October |
| FIIs / FPIs |
-Rs 51,466.38 Cr |
| DIIs |
+Rs 59,110.32 Cr |
Foreign investors remained net sellers during October through 23 October, while domestic institutions recorded substantial net purchases.
DII buying exceeded FII selling over the period, providing an offset to foreign outflows.
These figures exclude the yet-to-be-verified activity for Monday, 26 October. Therefore, Monday's market recovery should not be attributed to a specific institutional investor category without confirmed session data.
Rupee, Crude Oil and Global Markets Today
Global developments continued to influence Indian equities despite Monday's positive closing.
Indian rupee weakens against the US dollar
The rupee ended around Rs 95.19 per US dollar in Monday's market-close reporting, compared with approximately Rs 94.94 on Friday.
This represented a depreciation of about 25 paise.
Elevated crude oil prices, geopolitical uncertainty and demand for US dollars remained important factors influencing the currency.
For Indian companies, a weaker rupee can have different implications depending on their business model, import dependence, overseas revenue and foreign-currency liabilities.
Brent crude remains near $115 per barrel
Brent crude traded around $115 per barrel during Monday's session.
Although crude prices eased from recent highs, concerns about potential supply disruptions in West Asia remained significant.
Higher crude oil prices are particularly relevant for India because of the country's dependence on imported petroleum.
Sustained high energy prices can raise import costs, affect inflation and create margin pressure for businesses with substantial fuel or petroleum-linked raw material expenses.
Global central-bank decisions remain in focus
Investors also awaited monetary-policy announcements from major central banks, particularly the US Federal Reserve.
Changes in interest-rate expectations can influence global bond yields, the US dollar, capital flows into emerging markets and equity valuations.
These developments remain important external factors for Indian markets in the coming sessions.
Stock Market Outlook: What Investors Should Watch on 27 October 2026
Following Monday's recovery, the next trading session will be important for determining whether buying interest continues across sectors.
The Nifty's ability to sustain levels above 22,600, Bank Nifty's performance and the direction of global crude oil prices will remain key areas to monitor.
| Factor |
What investors should monitor |
| Nifty 50 |
Sustainability above 22,600 and movement towards 22,800 |
| Sensex |
Whether the index sustains its rebound above 73,000 |
| Bank Nifty |
Broader participation from banking stocks |
| Mid-cap and small-cap indices |
Continuation of positive market breadth |
| Q2 FY27 earnings |
Results and guidance from Paytm, Tata Consumer Products, REC and other companies |
| Jio Platforms and Paras Healthcare |
Allotment confirmation, refunds, demat credits and upcoming listings |
| BLS Polymers and SFC Environmental |
IPO opening-day subscriptions |
| FII and DII flows |
Verified cash-market institutional activity for 26 October |
| Global markets |
US Federal Reserve policy, crude oil and rupee movements |
Key risks investors should track
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Elevated crude oil prices: Continued energy-price pressure could affect inflation, corporate costs and the rupee.
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Foreign institutional selling: Sustained FII outflows could influence market liquidity and sentiment.
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Banking-sector weakness: Limited participation from financial stocks could affect benchmark performance.
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Corporate earnings divergence: Companies delivering weaker margins or disappointing guidance may continue to face selling pressure.
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Market volatility: An India VIX around 17 indicates that investors are still pricing in meaningful fluctuations.
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Geopolitical uncertainty: Developments in West Asia could influence crude prices and global financial markets.
The Nifty levels mentioned above are reference areas from market commentary, not assured support or resistance levels or investment recommendations.
Stock Market Today: Closing Summary
The Indian stock market staged a recovery on Monday, 26 October 2026, with the Sensex gaining 482.92 points to 73,606.75 and the Nifty 50 rising 153.20 points to 22,753.20.
Metal and pharmaceutical stocks led the rebound, supported by gains in Dr Reddy's Laboratories, JSW Steel and other selected companies. Mid-cap and small-cap indices outperformed, while Bank Nifty recorded only a marginal increase.
The Q2 FY27 earnings season also influenced market movements. Ather Energy returned to quarterly profitability, Mankind Pharma reported strong earnings growth, and several banks announced higher profits.
IPO activity remained active, with EAAA India Alternatives opening for subscription, Jio Platforms and Paras Healthcare reaching scheduled allotment dates, and BLS Polymers and SFC Environmental Technologies preparing to open on 27 October.
Despite the recovery, crude oil prices, rupee weakness, institutional flows and company-specific earnings risks remain important factors for investors to monitor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Why did the Indian stock market rise on 26 October 2026?
The Indian stock market rose on 26 October because of buying in metal, pharmaceutical and selected large-cap stocks after four consecutive declining sessions. Dr Reddy's Laboratories and JSW Steel led the gains, while positive Q2 FY27 corporate earnings also supported stock-specific buying.
2. What were the Sensex, Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty closing levels on 26 October 2026?
The BSE Sensex closed at 73,606.75, gaining 482.92 points or 0.66%. The Nifty 50 rose 153.20 points or 0.68% to 22,753.20, while Bank Nifty ended at 54,366.70, up 79.35 points or 0.15%.
3. Which stocks were the top Nifty 50 gainers and losers today?
Dr Reddy's Laboratories (+6.62%), JSW Steel (+6.28%) and BSE Ltd (+3.97%) were among the top Nifty 50 gainers on 26 October 2026. Shriram Finance (-4.62%), Tata Consumer Products (-2.84%) and Bajaj Finance (-1.10%) were among the leading losers.
4. What were the major IPO updates on 26 October 2026?
EAAA India Alternatives opened its Rs 1,200 crore IPO on 26 October with a price band of Rs 1,585 to Rs 1,665. Jio Platforms and Paras Healthcare reached their scheduled allotment dates, while BLS Polymers and SFC Environmental Technologies were scheduled to open on 27 October.
5. What was the latest FII and DII activity in the Indian stock market?
The latest verified institutional cash-market data was for 23 October 2026, when FIIs bought equities worth a net Rs 887.65 crore and DIIs purchased Rs 3,235.36 crore. For October through 23 October, FIIs were net sellers of Rs 51,466.38 crore, while DIIs were net buyers of Rs 59,110.32 crore. The figures for 26 October were pending verification at the briefing cut-off.
Data and sources: NSE and BSE market information, Finology Ticker market dashboard, company exchange filings and investor releases, Moneycontrol, HDFC Sky, Kotak Mahindra Bank investor relations, KEC International and IPO market disclosures. Index values represent reported closing levels. Stock-specific intraday prices and provisional IPO subscriptions are identified separately. Institutional data is reported only for verified sessions.