Metal sector stocks on the BSE and NSE were trading on a mixed note in the morning session on May 5, 2026, with broader market indices under pressure. The Nifty 50 was down 0.55% at 23,986.95 and the S&P BSE Sensex fell 0.56% to 76,840.25 at the time of data capture.
Top Gainers
Among the metals pack, Vedanta was the standout performer on both exchanges, rising 2.90% on the BSE to ₹303.35 and 3.07% on the NSE to ₹303.70. Jindal Steel & Power gained 1.59% on the BSE (₹1,280.90) and 1.24% on the NSE (₹1,277.10). NALCO advanced 1.56% on the BSE to ₹414.10. Hindustan Zinc rose 1.04% on the BSE to ₹611.75 and 0.98% on the NSE to ₹611.50. SAIL was up 0.81% on the BSE at ₹187.65.
Stocks Under Pressure
Coal India was among the notable decliners, falling 1.03% on the BSE to ₹475.00 and 1.14% on the NSE to ₹474.50. APL Apollo Tubes slipped 0.89% on both exchanges to around ₹1,856. Jain Resource Recycling fell 0.76% on the BSE (₹464.60) and 1.00% on the NSE (₹463.65). JSW Steel declined 0.56% on the BSE (₹1,258.85) and 0.74% on the NSE (₹1,257.20). MOIL was down 0.56% on the BSE at ₹311.15.
Near-Flat Movers
Hindalco was nearly unchanged on both exchanges, down just 0.01% on the BSE to ₹1,042.45. Tata Steel was marginally down 0.07% on the BSE at ₹212.05. NMDC edged up 0.15% on the BSE to ₹89.19. Maithan Alloys held broadly flat, up 0.14% on the BSE (₹992.65). Welspun Corp gained a modest 0.18% on the BSE to ₹1,242.50.
Disclaimer: All prices are sourced from BSE and NSE as of the timestamps mentioned above and reflect intraday data only. This article is for informational purposes and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should verify prices with official exchange data before making any financial decisions.