The Indian stock market showed a positive trend this morning with the Nifty 50 rising to 23,420.60, marking a 0.18% increase from its opening level. The Sensex also experienced a slight uptick, currently at 74,598.74, up by 0.05%. The overall sentiment in the market appears cautiously optimistic, with the Nifty Metal index leading the gains, surging by 2.54% to 13,208.45.
Index movements
The Nifty 50 opened at 23,362.45 and has seen a high of 23,503.80 and a low of 23,262.55 so far. The Sensex began the session at 74,439.34, reaching a high of 74,981.34 and a low of 74,134.48. Meanwhile, the Bank Nifty index is trading at 53,631.05, reflecting a modest gain of 0.14% from its opening level of 53,600.40, with a high of 53,930.00 and a low of 53,194.25.
Sectoral performance
Among the sectoral indices, Nifty Metal has been the standout performer, climbing 2.54% to 13,208.45, with a high of 13,235.30 and a low of 12,949.20. In contrast, the Nifty Media index has declined by 0.63%, currently at 1,387.55. The Nifty Auto index also saw a decline, down 0.61% to 25,981.95. The Nifty IT index is trading at 28,103.30, down 0.47% from its opening.
Market breadth
The broader market indices are reflecting a mixed trend. The Nifty 100 is up 0.25% at 24,364.30, while the Nifty 500 has gained 0.35% to 22,377.00. The Nifty Midcap 100 has shown a stronger performance, rising 0.67% to 60,105.90. The Nifty Midcap 50 is also up, trading at 17,132.85, a 0.45% increase from its opening.
| Index | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 23,362.45 | 23,503.80 | 23,262.55 | 23,420.60 | +0.18% |
| Sensex | 74,439.34 | 74,981.34 | 74,134.48 | 74,598.74 | +0.05% |
| Nifty Metal | 12,949.60 | 13,235.30 | 12,949.20 | 13,208.45 | +2.54% |
| India VIX | 19.28 | 20.13 | 18.36 | 19.68 | +2.07% |
| Nifty Midcap 100 | 59,761.40 | 60,286.10 | 59,560.65 | 60,105.90 | +0.67% |
| Nifty Media | 1,397.25 | 1,400.80 | 1,375.85 | 1,387.55 | -0.63% |
| Nifty Auto | 26,140.50 | 26,296.80 | 25,858.70 | 25,981.95 | -0.61% |
| Nifty IT | 28,226.80 | 28,335.45 | 28,015.15 | 28,103.30 | -0.47% |
| Nifty Pharma | 23,785.35 | 24,177.85 | 23,768.90 | 23,952.05 | +0.47% |
| Nifty Midcap 50 | 17,082.25 | 17,203.00 | 17,002.80 | 17,132.85 | +0.45% |
| Nifty 500 | 22,292.15 | 22,439.80 | 22,208.50 | 22,377.00 | +0.35% |
| Nifty Energy | 39,465.95 | 39,777.30 | 39,337.25 | 39,655.90 | +0.29% |
| Nifty 100 | 24,282.30 | 24,430.80 | 24,184.10 | 24,364.30 | +0.25% |
| Nifty FMCG | 50,541.15 | 50,829.95 | 50,397.00 | 50,546.90 | +0.18% |
| Bank Nifty | 53,600.40 | 53,930.00 | 53,194.25 | 53,631.05 | +0.14% |
| Nifty PSU Bank | 8,093.80 | 8,131.35 | 7,974.80 | 8,067.15 | -0.05% |
| Nifty Realty | 764.15 | 771.55 | 758.60 | 765.95 | +0.03% |
Market outlook
As the trading session progresses, investors will be closely watching the Nifty 50’s ability to maintain its upward trajectory. The performance of sectoral indices, particularly the Nifty Metal, will also be under scrutiny as it leads the gains. Market participants will be keen to see if the positive momentum can be sustained throughout the day, especially in the face of mixed performances across various sectors.
Data as on May 13, 2026, 11:00 AM IST.
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