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The Nifty Metal Index contains total of companies which are also called its Constituents.

8326.85 
 -101.55  (-1.2%)
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Today's Gainer / Loser

Company priceRs. Change%
Jindal Stainless 594.80 +1.11%
Company priceRs. Change%
Lloyds Metals&Energy 1157.30 -3.34%
Welspun Corp 725.70 -3.1%
SAIL 106.71 -2.32%
Hindustan Copper 200.23 -2.13%
Adani Enterprises 2240.50 -1.96%

Top Performer companies (Based on TTM Profit)

Company TTM ProfitCr.
Vedanta 20534.00
Hindalco 13890.00
Adani Enterprises 7510.22
NMDC 6472.26
National Aluminium 4262.13
JSW Steel 3478.00
Jindal Steel & Power 2854.75
Jindal Stainless 2543.42
Tata Steel 2376.45
SAIL 1707.76

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Today's NIFTY Metal Index Price

The NIFTY Metal Index, a key benchmark that represents the performance of metal sector companies listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), closed at Rs. 8,608.05 on May 7, 2025. This marked a notable gain of 0.98% (or 83.35 points) from its previous close. The "nifty metal share price" (referring to the index value) saw an upward trajectory during the day, with an intraday high of Rs. 8,635.75 and a low of Rs. 8,428.20. The "nifty metal index today" finished firmly in positive territory, indicating strong buying interest in metal stocks.

For the most current, regularly updated NIFTY Metal Index share price, please refer to the live ticker section located above on this page. That section provides a real-time share price summary, including the top gainer loser stocks daily.

NIFTY Metal Index Historical Returns

Here’s a look at the NIFTY Metal Index’s historical returns, based on data from Trendlyne as of May 2, 2025, and incorporating the May 7, 2025 closing data:

  • 1 Week: Based on the closing of Rs. 8,518.40 on May 2, 2025, the 1-week return is approximately +1.05%.
  • 1 Month: Approximately -5.41% (as of May 2, 2025)
  • 3 Months: Approximately +4.45% (as of May 2, 2025)
  • 6 Months: Approximately -9.29% (as of May 2, 2025)
  • 1 Year: Approximately -8.17% (as of May 2, 2025)

The NIFTY Metal Index has shown a positive return in the very recent short term (1 week, including the strong gain on May 7). The 3-month return also indicates some buying interest in that period. However, the 1-month, 6-month, and 1-year returns (as of early May) were negative, suggesting the sector has faced challenges and volatility over these longer durations. The metal sector's performance is often cyclical and influenced by global commodity prices, demand from various industries, and economic growth.

NIFTY Metal Index News and Updates

The NIFTY Metal Index and its constituent "nifty metal stocks list" were active around May 7, 2025, driven by several factors:

  1. Strong Sectoral Performance: The NIFTY Metal index was among the top sectoral gainers on May 7, 2025, closing up by 0.98%. This positive movement was part of a broader market resilience where, despite initial volatility due to geopolitical developments ("Operation Sindoor"), several sectors, including metals, recovered and posted gains.
     
  2. Key Stock Performance: The rally in the NIFTY Metal index was supported by strong buying interest in most of its constituent stocks. Companies like APL Apollo Tubes (up around 3.04%), Hindustan Copper (up around 2.28%), Hindustan Zinc (up around 2.24%), National Aluminium Co (up around 2.20%), NMDC (up around 2.14%), and SAIL (up around 1.89%) were among the top gainers. Even heavyweight stocks like Tata Steel and Vedanta contributed positively. JSW Steel and Adani Enterprises were among the very few to see marginal declines.
     
  3. Global and Domestic Factors:
    • Global Commodity Prices: The metal sector is highly sensitive to global commodity price movements. Any fluctuations in international prices of base metals like steel, aluminium, copper, and zinc directly impact the revenues and profitability of these companies.
    • Economic Outlook and Industrial Demand: Demand for metals is closely linked to industrial activity and infrastructure development. Positive outlooks on global and domestic economic growth, coupled with increased infrastructure spending, can boost demand for metals. Recent discussions around easing global trade tensions and trade agreements like the India-UK FTA (though not directly metal-focused, it improves overall trade sentiment) could also play a role.
    • China's Economic Activity: China is a major producer and consumer of metals globally. Any significant changes in its economic policies, industrial output, or demand can have a ripple effect on global metal prices and, consequently, on Indian metal stocks.

The "nifty metal stocks list" includes major players such as Tata Steel, JSW Steel, Hindalco Industries, Vedanta, Hindustan Zinc, Adani Enterprises, and National Aluminium Company. The NIFTY Metal Index is considered a key indicator of industrial and economic activity in India.

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