Nifty 50, Sensex Ended Flat; India and Vietnam Set A $25 Billion Trade Goal By 2030
- Share.Market
- 11 min read
- 07 May 2026
Here’s a quick wrap-up where we break down the performance of key indices, top corporate movers, and the major economic headlines of the day.
Nifty 50 and Sensex ended a subdued trading session flat on Thursday, May 7. The movements reflected cautious investor sentiment, with investors monitoring ongoing FY26 earnings announcements and developments around the geopolitical tensions. While most sectoral indices closed in the green, led by Nifty Auto, Nifty Consumer Durables emerged as the top sectoral loser.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
PAYTMOne97 Communications, Paytm’s parent company, reported a 22% YoY increase in FY26 revenue from operations, reaching ₹8,437 crore. Q4 FY26 revenue also grew 18% YoY to ₹2,264 crore, driven largely by a 20% growth in its payment services segment.
CGPOWERCG Power’s Q4 FY26 sales grew 25% YoY to ₹3,442 crore, while profit after tax jumped 32% to ₹362 crore. Despite investments in the semiconductor business offsetting some margin gains, quarterly order intake surged 39% YoY to ₹5,335 crore.
BAJAJ-AUTOBajaj Auto reported a massive jump in Q4 FY26 profit to ₹3,492.21 crore, up from ₹1,801.85 crore YoY, with total income surging to ₹18,493.86 crore. The board recommended a dividend of ₹150 per equity share for the year.
SHREECEMShree Cements posted a Q4 FY26 net revenue of ₹6,101 crore with a profit of ₹528 crore. The board recommended a final dividend of ₹70 per share, taking the total FY26 dividend to ₹150 per share.
MAHLIFEMahindra Lifespaces launched ‘Mahindra BeaconHill’, an ultra-premium 58-storey residential tower in Mahalaxmi, South Mumbai. Spanning 1.68 acres, the project features 198 expansive residences with a potential gross development value of approximately ₹1,650 crore.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty AutoNIFTY AUTO | +1.93%+516.95 | 27339.95 |
 Nifty EnergyNIFTY ENERGY | +0.82%+335.30 | 41141.95 |
 Nifty RealtyNIFTY REALTY | +0.63%+5.20 | 827.50 |
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 06 May 2026 | -5,834.90 | 6,836.87 |
| 05 May 2026 | -3,621.58 | 2,602.62 |
| 04 May 2026 | 2,835.62 | 4,764.16 |
| Month-to-Date | -6,620.86 | 14,203.65 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- India and Vietnam elevated their ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, setting a $25 billion trade goal by 2030. The nations signed multiple agreements, including one enabling cross-border QR code interoperability for digital payments.
- India and the European Union launched a €15.2 million (₹169 crore) joint initiative to strengthen EV battery recycling. This program aims to secure critical raw materials, develop advanced recycling technologies, and accelerate the circular economy.
- According to MoSPI, India’s unincorporated sector expanded by 7.97%, reaching a total of 7.92 crore establishments. Consequently, employment in this sector now supports 12.81 crore jobs, highlighting its vital role in the economy.
- According to NITI Aayog, enrollment in government schools has fallen to 49.24% for the 2024-25 academic year. The government think tank has flagged concerns over this decline, which occurs alongside a rapid expansion of the private education sector.
- CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) signed an MoU with Research and Information System for the Developing Countries (RIS) to strengthen science, technology, and innovation policy. This partnership focuses on joint research, capacity building, and science diplomacy to address global challenges and promote inclusive development across the Global South.
Result Update
Track who beat or missed street estimates from the Nifty50
| Stock | Revenue from Operations FY26 (Estimated) | Revenue from Operations FY26 (Actual) | Change |
| Shree Cements Ltd. | ₹19,660.54 cr | ₹20,943.47 cr | 🔼 6.53% |
| Polycab India Ltd. | ₹28,619.29 cr | ₹28,883.7 cr | 🔼 0.92% |
| Blue Star Ltd. | ₹12,638.47 cr | ₹12,401.99 cr | 🔻 1.87% |
| Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. | ₹15,506.82 cr | ₹15,177.90 cr | 🔻 2.12% |
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What are Cyclical Stocks?
Cyclical stocks belong to companies whose financial performance is closely tied to the overall economy’s ups and downs. Think of an ice cream stand. Sales naturally boom during the sunny, hot summer, but they freeze up during the cold winter.
In the stock market, cyclical companies sell things people buy when they have extra cash, like luxury cars, airline tickets, or new homes. When the economy is thriving, consumers spend freely, and these stocks soar. When a recession hits and budgets tighten, their profits plummet. For everyday investors, understanding this cycle is key. Buying cyclical stocks during an economic dip can lead to significant gains as the economy eventually recovers. However, holding them as the economy slows down can mean a bumpy ride!
Learn more: https://www.share.market/buzz/stocks/cyclical-stocks/
Corporate Actions
Companies with the ex date and record date on 11 May 2026
| Company | Corporate Action |
| Manappuram Finance Ltd. | Interim Dividend, ₹0.50 |
Before You Go…
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