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Weekly India Stock Market Recap: Top Gainers and Losers


The Indian stock market wrapped up the final trading week of 2024 on a cautiously optimistic note, with both the Sensex and Nifty 50 ending in the green.

This short trading week, influenced by global cues and local developments, showcased sectoral dynamics and investor sentiments that shaped the market’s direction.

Market Performance Overview

The benchmark indices showed resilience amidst subdued global sentiment:

  • BSE Sensex closed at 78,699.07, gaining 1% for the week.
  • Nifty 50 ended at 23,813.40, also rising by 1%.

While the gains were modest, they signal recovery from last week’s declines driven by profit-booking and external headwinds.

Sectoral Insights

  1. Automobile Sector
    The auto sector emerged as a key winner this week, posting gains of 1.7%. Stocks like Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra rose due to favorable growth projections and attractive valuations.
    Highlight: Tata Motors’ shares gained 2.5%, driven by expectations of higher EV sales and demand recovery.
  2. Financial Sector
    Banking and financial stocks saw mixed fortunes. IndusInd Bank advanced, while State Bank of India (SBI) faced pressure due to concerns over asset quality in the public sector.
    Highlight: SBI’s shares fell by 1.49%, marking it as one of the top weekly losers.
  3. IT Sector
    The technology sector, represented by heavyweights like Infosys and Wipro, displayed stable growth. Improved global IT spending forecasts boosted investor confidence.
    Highlight: Infosys rose by 0.54%, closing at ₹1,916.50.

Top Gainers of the Week

  1. Tata Motors (+2.5%)
    The automobile major gained momentum on optimism surrounding its electric vehicle segment and enhanced production capacity.
  2. IndusInd Bank (+2.3%)
    The private lender’s strong fundamentals and anticipated quarterly earnings uplifted its stock performance.
  3. Mahindra & Mahindra (+2.47%)
    Rising domestic sales and new launches in the SUV segment fueled investor interest.

Top Losers of the Week

  1. State Bank of India (-1.49%)
    Concerns about the public sector banking space dragged down the stock.
  2. Tata Steel (-1.00%)
    Pressure from global steel price fluctuations affected investor confidence.
  3. UltraTech Cement (-0.72%)
    Sectoral weakness and rising input costs weighed on the stock.

Key Drivers of Market Movement

  • Global Cues: The market took cues from global macroeconomic developments, including firm U.S. bond yields and crude oil price fluctuations.
  • Domestic Indicators: Inflation data and fiscal policies remained in focus, influencing sectoral performances.
  • Investor Sentiment: Despite ongoing uncertainties, investors found confidence in the auto and IT sectors, which displayed robust fundamentals.

Outlook for 2025

Looking ahead, analysts expect corporate earnings, global economic conditions, and geopolitical developments to play significant roles in shaping market trends. The Indian market is poised for growth, with opportunities in emerging sectors like electric vehicles, green energy, and IT services.

Conclusion

The week ending December 28, 2024, highlighted the resilience of the Indian stock market. Despite a holiday-shortened trading week, key sectors like automobiles and IT demonstrated robust growth.

However, challenges remain for public sector banking and commodity-linked sectors. Investors should adopt a diversified approach and keep an eye on macroeconomic trends as the market transitions into 2025.

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