On September 30, 2026, the Indian stock market saw mixed movements with the SENSEX and NIFTY50 indices closing lower. The SENSEX dropped by 48.78 points, or 0.07%, ending at 72,480.29, while the NIFTY50 fell by 95.75 points, or 0.42%, closing at 22,620.45. This article explains which stocks gained and lost the most and what factors influenced these changes.
- The SENSEX and NIFTY50 indices declined slightly on September 30.
- Foreign institutional investors sold shares worth ₹9,980.22 crore.
- Domestic institutional investors bought shares worth ₹6,952.71 crore.
- Apollo Hospitals and Max Healthcare were among the biggest losers.
- Kotak Mahindra Bank and InterGlobe Aviation were top gainers.
- Midcap and Smallcap indices showed slight gains.
What caused the SENSEX and NIFTY50 to fall on September 30?
The SENSEX declined by 48.78 points (0.07%) and the NIFTY50 by 95.75 points (0.42%). One major reason was the selling activity by foreign institutional investors (FIIs), who sold shares worth ₹9,980.22 crore. On the other hand, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth ₹6,952.71 crore, partially offsetting the impact.
Which stocks were the biggest losers on September 30?
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise led the losses, falling 5.70% and dragging down the NIFTY50 index. Max Healthcare Institute also declined by 5.33%. Other notable losers included BSE Ltd (-3.38%), Nestle India (-2.65%), and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries (-2.60%). In the midcap segment, Fortis Healthcare dropped 6.33%, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals 4.37%, and LIC Housing Finance 3.34%.
Which stocks showed the strongest gains on September 30?
Kotak Mahindra Bank was the top gainer in the NIFTY50, rising 2.71%. InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) increased by 2.30%, followed by ICICI Bank (2.28%), UltraTech Cement (1.17%), and Shriram Finance (1.15%). In the midcap category, ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company surged 4.95%, Prestige Estates Projects rose 4.54%, and IndusInd Bank gained 2.67%.
What influenced the rise in Prestige Estates Projects shares?
Shares of Prestige Estates Projects jumped after its hospitality unit raised ₹3,000 crore from the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB). CPPIB acquired approximately a 27% stake in Prestige Hospitality Ventures Limited, according to a regulatory filing. This investment boosted investor confidence and share prices.
How did the midcap and smallcap indices perform?
The NSE’s NIFTY Midcap 100 index rose slightly by 0.02% to 59,332.05 points. The NIFTY Smallcap 100 index advanced by 0.27% to close at 19,245.70 points. Top gainers in the smallcap segment included Cupid (8.23%), Aegis Logistics (6.17%), and Syrma SGS Technology (5.49%). However, some smallcap stocks like Urban Company (-4.40%) and Welspun Corp (-4.27%) declined.
What can investors learn from these market movements?
The market on September 30 showed that foreign investors' selling can pressure indices, but domestic buying can provide support. Stock performances vary widely by sector and company news. For example, investments like CPPIB's stake in Prestige Hospitality can boost specific stocks. Investors should watch both broad market trends and individual company developments.
