Share Market Today: Nifty, Sensex Fall, Bank Nifty Flat

Share Market Today: Nifty, Sensex Fall, Bank Nifty Flat; Top 10 Gainers and Losers

New Delhi, August 17, 2026: The Indian stock market remained under pressure on Monday. The Nifty 50 declined for the fifth consecutive trading session, while the Sensex also closed lower. In contrast, the Bank Nifty ended almost flat with a marginal gain.

Nifty 50 Today

The Nifty 50 fell 78.35 points, or 0.32%, to close at 24,287.65. The index remained under pressure during the session, with selling pressure particularly visible in IT, Pharma and FMCG stocks.

Sensex Today

The BSE Sensex declined 281.09 points, or 0.36%, to close at 77,728.16. Weak global cues, elevated crude oil prices and geopolitical concerns weighed on investor sentiment.

Bank Nifty Today

The Bank Nifty gained 6.70 points, or 0.01%, to close at 57,497.80. During the session, the index touched an intraday high of 57,757.25 and a low of 57,119.60.

Why Did the Stock Market Fall Today?

IT and Pharma stocks remained under selling pressure. HCL Technologies, Infosys and Sun Pharma were among the major stocks that declined. On the other hand, Metal and Realty stocks provided some support to the broader market.

Crude oil prices also remained an important concern for investors amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Higher crude prices can put pressure on India's import bill and corporate margins.

📈 Top 10 Gainers Today

Rubicon Research was among the notable gainers, with the stock gaining strongly during the session following positive investor sentiment around its quarterly performance.

📉 Top 10 Losers Today

Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services was among the biggest losers, falling 20% during the session.

🏦 Bank Nifty: Key Stock Movement

Banking stocks showed mixed movement during Monday's session.

Gainers included:

• Yes Bank: +1.10%
• Axis Bank: +0.81%
• Union Bank of India: +0.81%

Decliners included:

• IndusInd Bank: -1.00%
• AU Small Finance Bank: -0.90%
• IDFC First Bank: -0.75%
• State Bank of India: -0.61%

Market Summary

The Indian stock market ended lower on August 17, 2026, with the Nifty 50 declining for the fifth consecutive session and the Sensex also closing in the red. The Bank Nifty, however, remained broadly stable.

Metal and Realty stocks showed relative strength, while IT, Pharma and FMCG stocks faced selling pressure.

Disclaimer: The gainers and losers listed above represent daily market movements and should not be considered investment recommendations. Investors should conduct their own research and consider financial risks before making investment decisions.