Sensex Falls 300 Points, Nifty Down 85; HDFC Bank, Hindal

Thursday, August 27, 2026: Indian benchmark indices extended their decline as selling pressure intensified across cement, FMCG and PSU banking stocks. The Sensex slipped around 300 points, while the Nifty50 declined nearly 85 points, reflecting a cautious mood in the domestic equity market. Among the Nifty50 constituents,

C Bank, !Hindalco Industries and !Shriram Finance featured among the leading laggards, exerting pressure on the benchmark indices. In the broader market, the Nifty MidCap and Nifty SmallCap indices remained largely subdued, indicating a cautious trading environment beyond the frontline indices. On the sectoral front, PSU Banks, Oil & Gas and FMCG remained under pressure, while Private Banks, Consumer Durables and Pharma traded relatively stronger. Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing.