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Indian Markets Slip Slightly as Sensex, Nifty Trade in Red; Defence and Pharma Buck the Trend

Satish Ray by Satish Ray
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Stocks are wobbling on Thursday as major indices take a mild hit. Both Sensex and Nifty are slightly down, with sectoral pockets offering a mixed bag.

By early afternoon, the red was faint, but it was red nonetheless.

Benchmarks Under Pressure, But No Panic Yet

At 1:42 PM on July 4, the BSE Sensex was quoting at 83,142 — down by 70 points, or 0.12%. The NSE Nifty wasn’t faring any better, slipping 29 points to rest at 25,375.

These aren’t sharp falls, but they’ve broken a recent run of upward momentum. The market mood feels cautious, with the air tinged by global cues and sectoral hesitancy.

What’s more telling is the breadth: in the National Stock Exchange, 1,195 shares were advancing while 1,405 were declining. So the red’s got more presence than the green.

Just 21 stocks in the Nifty 50 were up, while 28 were down. One stock stayed unchanged.

stock market red and green candlestick chart India

Sector Performance Paints a Divided Picture

Sectors have split into two camps today — some keeping afloat, others pulling weight below the surface.

Nifty India Defence saw a modest uptick of 0.22%, continuing its recent resilience. The IT index followed suit with a 0.54% gain, while Pharma added 0.64%. FMCG ticked up slightly by 0.21%.

On the flip side, it wasn’t the best day for autos or metals.

  • Nifty Auto: Down 0.40%

  • Nifty Metal: Down 0.88%

Pharma has been steadily gaining traction over the week. And with the current dip in broader indices, investors may be rotating money into defensive and export-heavy plays like IT and Pharma.

Who’s Winning, Who’s Bleeding

Drill down into individual names, and you’ll see where the real shifts are happening.

On the Sensex:

  • Top gainers: Bajaj Finance, Infosys, Hindustan Unilever (HUL), Eternal

  • Top losers: Trent, Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, Mahindra & Mahindra

Meanwhile, the Nifty 50 list echoed similar trends:

  • Nifty gainers: Bajaj Finance, Wipro, Infosys, HUL

  • Nifty losers: Trent, Tata Steel, Eicher Motors, JSW Steel

It’s notable how financials like Bajaj Finance and tech names like Infosys and Wipro are standing strong. Their consistency hints at underlying confidence despite today’s mild pullback.

Then again, metals are taking the brunt. Tata Steel and JSW Steel have been weighed down — likely mirroring weaker global commodity cues.

Broader Market: Mixed, Not Messy

Look beyond the headline indices and the broader market gives off a more nuanced vibe.

The BSE Midcap index is down — just slightly — by 0.069%. In contrast, the Smallcap index has inched up by 0.057%. Not dramatic, but worth noting.

This divergence suggests some appetite remains in niche plays and smaller counters. Though caution persists, it’s not full-blown risk-off mode.

Here’s a snapshot for quick glance:

IndexChangePercentage
Sensex-70 pts-0.12%
Nifty-29 pts-0.12%
BSE MidcapDown-0.069%
BSE SmallcapUp+0.057%
Nifty PharmaUp+0.64%
Nifty MetalDown-0.88%

Traders Look to Global Signals, Cues Still Blurry

This gentle slump isn’t just domestic.

Global investors are watching US economic data, bond yields, and crude oil prices like hawks. With uncertainty over Fed rate cuts, risk assets have been twitchy. Indian markets, while largely insulated, aren’t immune to these tremors.

Some dealers also point to profit-booking at higher levels, especially after a strong run over the past few weeks. As one Mumbai-based broker said: “It’s not weakness — just indigestion after a big meal.”

Market Sentiment Feels Split, But No Alarm Bells Yet

For now, the mood is neither euphoric nor alarming. It’s a pause — maybe overdue, maybe temporary.

Investors are still betting on consumption and financials, but not as confidently as they did in June. On the flipside, defensives and export-oriented stocks like IT and Pharma are catching the spotlight.

Also worth noting: the Sensex is still comfortably above the 83,000 mark and Nifty above 25,300. These aren’t breakdown levels by any means. They’re more like speed bumps.

Market watchers say July could be a month of “sideways action” unless a major trigger arrives — be it policy moves, global economic surprises, or corporate earnings.

But for now, the indexes are just taking a breather — and maybe catching their breath before the next sprint.

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Satish Ray is a senior content writer with a penchant for weaving words into captivating narratives. With years of experience in crafting compelling stories across diverse industries, he excels in delivering engaging content that resonates with readers and drives results.

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