Nifty 50 Ended Higher; India’s Daytime Peak Electricity Demand Hit A Record 270.82 GW On May 21
- Share.Market
- 11 min read
- 22 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.
Following a volatile trading session on Friday, May 22, Nifty 50 and Sensex ended higher, driven by signs of easing US-Iran tensions that pulled Brent crude oil prices down to around $104 per barrel. Sectoral performance was mixed, with Nifty Private Bank emerging as the top leader. Conversely, Nifty Healthcare index was the top loser, followed by Nifty Media and Nifty Pharma.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
GAILGAIL reported FY26 net profit of ₹7,582 crore and revenue of ₹1,42,094 crore. Additionally, the board recommended a final dividend of ₹0.50 per share, bringing the total payout ratio to 51.90%.
DALBHARATDalmia Bharat executed a Business Transfer Agreement to acquire cement plants with a 5.2 MnTPA capacity from Jaiprakash Associates for an enterprise value of ₹2,850 crore. This strategic move increases Dalmia’s total capacity to 54.7 MnTPA and expands its Central India footprint.
MTARTECHMTAR Technologies received international purchase orders valued at $48.68 million (₹467.30 crore). Awarded by an existing international customer, the orders are scheduled to be fully executed by June 2027, significantly boosting the company’s order book.
LICILIC announced the launch of two new domestic products: LIC’s New Jeevan Sathi Single Premium and Limited Premium. Available from June 1, 2026, these are non-linked, non-participating individual life savings plans designed to expand their domestic market offerings.
EICHERMOTEicher Motors’ board approved an investment of up to ₹750 crore for a 50% stake in Volvo Financial Services India. This 50:50 joint venture will serve as the captive financing arm for Eicher, Volvo, and Royal Enfield customers in India.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
Top Gainers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 21 May 2026 | -1,891.21 | 2,492.42 |
| 20 May 2026 | -1,597.35 | 1,968.35 |
| 19 May 2026 | -2,457.49 | 3,801.68 |
| 18 May 2026 | 2,813.69 | 2,682.12 |
| 15 May 2026 | 1,329.17 | -1,958.82 |
| Month-to-Date | -26,190.83 | 48,893.6 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- According to a Kotak Institutional Equities report, retail health insurance premium growth in India surged to 31% year-on-year in April 2026. This robust performance is driving growth in the non-life insurance sector, with overall health premiums rising 21% YoY.
- As per the Ministry of Power, India’s daytime peak electricity demand hit a record 270.82 GW on May 21 due to intense heat waves. Severe summer conditions have driven a sharp increase in electricity consumption, breaking all previous records.
- SAIL and MDI Gurgaon have signed an MoU to collaborate on Executive Education Programmes. This partnership aims to build future-ready leaders in SAIL by combining academic knowledge with real-world applications through customised leadership interventions.
- NHAI has signed an MoU with the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute to enhance technical expertise in tunnel engineering and slope stability. This collaboration supports the planning, design, and safety monitoring of critical National Highway infrastructure projects.
- The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized approximately 60,000 kg of smuggled foreign-origin areca nuts in the North East. Five individuals were arrested in these operations, which aim to protect domestic growers from severe economic damage.
Result Update
Track who beat or missed street estimates from the Nifty50
| Stock | Revenue from Operations FY26 (Estimated) | Revenue from Operations FY26 (Actual) | Change |
| Sansera Engineering Ltd. | ₹3,433.17 cr | ₹3,497.91 cr | 🔼 1.89% |
| JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd. | ₹6,869.79 cr | ₹6,762.63 cr | 🔻 1.56% |
| Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd. | ₹1,24,725.30 cr | ₹1,26,103.67 cr | 🔼 1.11% |
| Jubilant Foodworks Ltd. | ₹9,393.95 cr | ₹9,512.50 cr | 🔼 1.26% |
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Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What are Candlesticks?
In the stock market, candlesticks are visual tools used on charts to show exactly how a stock’s price moved over a specific period. Think of it like a quick summary of a daily tug-of-war. The thick “body” of the candle shows where the stock’s price opened and closed. The thin “wicks” poking out of the top and bottom show the absolute highest and lowest prices hit during that fight.
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Corporate Actions
Companies with the ex-date and record date on 26 May 2026
| Company | Corporate Action |
| Hatsun Agro Products Ltd. | Interim Dividend, ₹10.00 |
| IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd. | Interim Dividend, ₹0.05 |
Before You Go…
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