Stock market afternoon trade: Nifty 50 at 24,048.75 up 0.25%, Sensex at 77,046.87 up 0.31%, PSU bank index surges 1.78%
The Indian stock market showed positive momentum in the afternoon session on 17 June 2026, with the Nifty 50 trading at 24,048.75, marking a 0.25% increase from its opening level. The Sensex also exhibited strength, rising 0.31% to 77,046.87. Among sectoral indices, the Nifty PSU Bank index stood out with a significant gain of 1.78%, reaching 8,715.55.
Index movements
The Nifty 50 opened at 24,044.50 and fluctuated between a high of 24,108.20 and a low of 23,969.70. The index’s trajectory throughout the session showed resilience, with notable movements at various intervals, including a peak at 24,084.65 around 10:45 AM. Meanwhile, the Sensex opened at 77,080.09, reaching a high of 77,218.99 and a low of 76,768.49, reflecting a steady upward trend.
The Bank Nifty index also contributed to the positive sentiment, opening at 57,434.05 and currently trading at 57,589.00, up 0.51% from the open. It recorded a high of 57,646.15 and a low of 57,222.40.
Sectoral performance
Sectoral indices displayed mixed performances. The Nifty PSU Bank index led the gains with a 1.78% increase, reaching 8,715.55. The Nifty Metal index also performed well, rising 0.90% to 12,997.60. The Nifty IT index followed with a 0.77% gain, trading at 28,788.30.
Conversely, the Nifty Auto index faced pressure, declining by 1.06% to 26,607.55. The Nifty FMCG and Nifty Pharma indices also saw declines, down 0.39% and 0.36%, respectively.
Market breadth
The broader market indices reflected a positive trend. The Nifty 500 index rose 0.27% to 23,058.60, while the Nifty 100 climbed 0.25% to 25,092.15. Midcap indices showed mixed results, with the Nifty Midcap 100 up 0.11% at 61,868.30, whereas the Nifty Midcap 50 slipped 0.12% to 17,585.45.
| Index | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24,044.50 | 24,108.20 | 23,969.70 | 24,048.75 | +0.25% |
| Sensex | 77,080.09 | 77,218.99 | 76,768.49 | 77,046.87 | +0.31% |
| Nifty PSU Bank | 8,590.60 | 8,719.05 | 8,534.65 | 8,715.55 | +1.78% |
| Nifty Auto | 26,972.15 | 26,986.20 | 26,573.75 | 26,607.55 | -1.06% |
| Nifty Metal | 12,848.95 | 13,066.70 | 12,757.70 | 12,997.60 | +0.90% |
| Nifty IT | 28,759.05 | 29,007.00 | 28,688.40 | 28,788.30 | +0.77% |
| India VIX | 13.36 | 13.53 | 12.35 | 13.27 | -0.67% |
| Nifty Realty | 814.25 | 817.75 | 809.35 | 812.90 | -0.64% |
| Bank Nifty | 57,434.05 | 57,646.15 | 57,222.40 | 57,589.00 | +0.51% |
| Nifty Energy | 39,985.60 | 40,127.25 | 39,873.55 | 40,069.85 | +0.39% |
| Nifty FMCG | 49,677.95 | 49,867.85 | 49,413.00 | 49,448.60 | -0.39% |
| Nifty Pharma | 24,198.75 | 24,238.65 | 24,035.45 | 24,071.85 | -0.36% |
| Nifty 500 | 23,048.70 | 23,106.10 | 22,990.95 | 23,058.60 | +0.27% |
| Nifty 100 | 25,080.65 | 25,147.15 | 25,001.40 | 25,092.15 | +0.25% |
| Nifty Media | 1,516.50 | 1,520.15 | 1,503.45 | 1,508.45 | +0.14% |
| Nifty Midcap 50 | 17,656.25 | 17,695.60 | 17,566.65 | 17,585.45 | -0.12% |
| Nifty Midcap 100 | 61,960.75 | 62,138.40 | 61,812.30 | 61,868.30 | +0.11% |
Market outlook
As the session progresses, market participants will be closely monitoring any developments that could influence the indices further. The positive performance of key indices suggests a cautiously optimistic sentiment among investors. However, the mixed sectoral performance highlights the need for vigilance as the market navigates through the day’s trading.
Data as on Jun 17, 2026, 02:00 PM IST.
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