Post-Market Snapshot

• Sensex: 78,472.48 (Flat)

• Nifty 50: 23,750.20 (+0.10%)

• Nifty Midcap: 57,125.70 (+0.12%)

• Nifty Smallcap: 18,728.65 (-0.02%)

• India VIX: 14.04 (+6.53%)

The Indian equity markets ended Thursday on a flat note, with marginal gains in Nifty and Sensex. The broader market displayed mixed trends, as midcaps registered a slight uptick while small caps edged lower. India VIX rose by 6.53%, signaling an increase in market volatility.

Sectoral Highlights

• Top Volume Movers:

• Incredible Industries Limited: Exhibited a remarkable 9.05% gain, closing at ₹52.15. Trading volumes surged to 40.92 times the two-week average, signaling heightened interest.

• Rajesh Exports Limited: Closed at ₹227.59 (-0.58%). Despite the marginal dip, the counter saw robust trading activity, with volumes up 30.79 times the two-week average.

• Blue Dart Express Limited: Surged by 5.45% to ₹7,452.10. Trading activity rose 20.51 times the two-week average, reflecting strong momentum in the logistics space.

Key Market Trends

1. Flat Closing for Benchmarks: The indices remained range-bound, with Nifty and Sensex showing minimal changes.

2. Broader Market Activity: Nifty Midcap outperformed slightly, while Nifty Smallcap remained under pressure.

3. Volatility Spike: The sharp rise in India VIX to 14.04 indicates growing market uncertainty, possibly linked to global economic cues.

Global Economic Calendar Highlights

1. United States: Release of Initial Jobless Claims and Pending Home Sales data.

2. Eurozone: Publication of Manufacturing PMI for December.

3. China: Update on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) growth.

4. Japan: Retail Sales report for November.

Outlook

The Indian markets appear to be in a consolidation phase, influenced by mixed cues from global and domestic factors. Increased volatility suggests cautious investor sentiment, with participants awaiting clear direction.

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