Nifty 50 & Sensex Snapped 6-Day Winning Streak; India’s Gold Imports Hit A Record High In October & More
- Share.Market
- 10 min read
- 18 Nov 2025
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 their 6-day winning streak on Tuesday, as volatility surrounding the Nifty’s weekly expiry nudged traders to the sidelines, prompting a cautious approach. The broader market also faced selling pressure, with the Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices underperforming the benchmarks. All sectoral indices ended in the red, with Nifty Realty emerging as the top sectoral loser.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
PWLPhysicswallah listed at a 31.28% premium and closed 42.42% higher at ₹155.24. Strong investor demand underscored positive sentiment for the company’s outlook and business model.
BBTCBombay Burmah terminated its agreement with MSTC Limited, effective November 18. The pact ended due to unsuccessful online bidding and a strategic mismatch; the move is not expected to have any material impact on operations.
BHARTIARTLBharti Airtel rose 1.6% after S&P Global Ratings upgraded its long-term credit rating to ‘BBB’ from ‘BBB-’ on strong earnings momentum. The agency expects continued deleveraging and a solid market position for Airtel as the industry stabilises into a three-player market.
SOLARINDSSolar Industries and its subsidiary secured export orders worth ₹1,400 crore for supplying defence products to international clients over the next four years, showcasing its continued growth in the global defence supply chain.
KAYNESKaynes Technology declined nearly 6% after its lock-in period ended, releasing 11.6 million shares (20% of equity) into the market. The increased float weighed down the stock price amid profit booking and high supply.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty Private BankNIFTY PVT BANK | -0.03%-8.55 | 28407.65 |
 Nifty Consumer DurablesNIFTY CONSR DURBL | -0.08%-29.20 | 38428.00 |
 Bank NiftyNIFTY BANK | -0.11%-63.45 | 58899.25 |
Top Losers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty MetalNIFTY METAL | -1.07%-112.15 | 10383.70 |
 Nifty ITNIFTY IT | -1.10%-400.00 | 35975.20 |
 Nifty RealtyNIFTY REALTY | -1.91%-18.05 | 927.30 |
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
Top Gainers
Top Losers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 17 Nov 2025 | 442.17 | 1,465.86 |
| 14 Nov 2025 | -4,968.22 | 8,461.47 |
| 13 Nov 2025 | -383.68 | 3,091.87 |
| 12 Nov 2025 | -1,750.03 | 5,127.12 |
| 11 Nov 2025 | -803.22 | 2,188.47 |
| Month till Date | -13,210.49 | 42,817.99 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- India has imposed a five-year anti-dumping duty on imports of liquid epoxy resins from China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia to protect domestic manufacturers from low-priced imports.
- India’s gold imports surged threefold to a record $14.72 billion in October, driven by festival and wedding demand, according to Commerce Ministry data. Higher imports have widened the trade deficit to $41.68 billion in October.
- India’s GDP growth for Q2FY26 is now projected near 7.5%, backed by GST reforms and strong rural demand, according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI). The National Statistical Office will release official figures on November 28.
- Wheat sowing for the current rabi season rose 17% to 66.23 lakh hectares by November 11, supported by better monsoon and higher minimum support price, as per government data.
- India’s unemployment rate remained steady at 5.2% in October, with slight improvements in rural employment offsetting urban joblessness, according to official data. Unemployment among men stayed at 5.1%, while the rate for women improved to 5.4% from 5.5%.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is a Primary Trend?
A primary trend is the main direction in which the market moves over a long period, it can be up (bullish), down (bearish), or sideways (neutral). You can think of it as the market’s long-term path, lasting months or even years. When the primary trend is up, stocks generally rise over time. If it’s down, prices tend to fall. The primary trend helps you understand whether you’re investing in a market that’s going up, declining, or neutral.
It’s important to understand the primary trend because your strategy should match the market’s main direction. In a strong primary uptrend, more investors are optimistic and buy, while a downtrend signals caution and selling. Spotting the primary trend keeps you ahead and focused on the long haul, not short-term moves.
IPO Corner: Mainboard
Upcoming IPOs
| Company | Date | Total Issue Size | Issue Price | Minimum Investment |
| Excelsoft Technologies Ltd. | November 19, 2025 to November 21, 2025 | ₹500.00 Cr | ₹114 to ₹120 per share | ₹14,250 |
| Sudeep Pharma Ltd. | November 21, 2025 to November 25, 2025 | ₹895.00 Cr | ₹563 to ₹593 per share | ₹14,075 |
Corporate Actions
| Stock | Ex-Date | Record Date | Event Type | Event Details |
| Container Corporation of India Ltd. | 20 Nov 2025 | 20 Nov 2025 | Interim Dividend | ₹2.60 |
| Natco Pharma Ltd. | 20 Nov 2025 | 20 Nov 2025 | Interim Dividend | ₹1.50 |
| Sun TV Network Ltd. | 20 Nov 2025 | 20 Nov 2025 | Interim Dividend | ₹3.75 |
Before You Go…
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