🔻 Metal Stocks Melt Down: Nifty Metal Index Emerges as Biggest Loser!

Metal stocks witnessed heavy selling pressure on Friday (5 June 2026) as concerns over global economic growth, weak base metal prices, and the RBI’s cautious policy outlook weighed on investor sentiment. The Nifty Metal index plunged 1.6%, making it the worst-performing sector on the NSE. $HINDALCO dropped 2.5%, $TATASTEEL fell 2%, and $JSWSTEEL slipped 1.7%. Midcap metal stocks faced steeper losses, with NALCO tumbling nearly 5%, while $SAIL and $NMDC declined 3.4% and 2.2%, respectively. The sharp decline highlights growing concerns over demand and commodity price trends. Disclaimer: Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This is for educational purposes only. Investors must verify information before investing and consider their financial position & risk profile.