Closing Bell Update Nifty settled near 26,200 and the Sensex ended almost unchanged amid intraday volatility and mixed sectoral cues.

Market tone: Mid-cap and small-cap indices closed largely flat, reflecting hesitation among broader-market investors. Sector performance: Pharma, media, and auto sectors advanced 0.5%–1%, while power, oil & gas, and telecom lagged with drops around 0.5%. Top gainers (on Nifty):

s, , & SEZ, , and led the rise, boosted by renewed buying interest in sector-specific themes. Decliners: , , , Corporation of India and faced pressure, weighed down by cautious sentiment in financials and utilities. Closing levels: Sensex slipped 13.71 points (0.02%) to 85,706.67; Nifty declined 12.60 points (0.05%) to 26,202.95. What stood out: Mixed breadth and modest sector rotation — while consumption- and auto-linked stocks attracted interest, defensive and rate-sensitive sectors underperformed. The flat performance of mid- and small-caps suggests traders remain cautious ahead of macro cues. Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing.