The Sensex closed at 77,472.94, down 0.24%, and the Nifty 50 at 24,207.75, down 0.52%, on 26 August 2026. KOTAKBANK led the gainers (3.76%) while BHARTIARTL was the biggest loser (-2.31%) among large-cap stocks.
Closing numbers
| Index | Close | Change | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENSEX | 77,472.94 | -183.15 | -0.24% |
| NIFTY 50 | 24,207.75 | -126.80 | -0.52% |
| Bank NIFTY | 57,783.75 | +269.55 | +0.47% |
| BSE 500 | 36,890.31 | -10.72 | -0.03% |
| USD/INR | 95.43 | +1.88 | +2.01% |
Closing levels for 26 August 2026. Data is delayed and may differ slightly from official exchange figures.
Top movers
Top gainers
| Stock | Price (₹) | % change |
|---|---|---|
| KOTAKBANK | 416.70 | +3.76% |
| AXISBANK | 1,255.00 | +1.62% |
| JSWSTEEL | 1,341.00 | +1.57% |
| ULTRACEMCO | 11,717.00 | +1.53% |
| HDFCLIFE | 553.00 | +1.15% |
Top losers
| Stock | Price (₹) | % change |
|---|---|---|
| BHARTIARTL | 1,902.10 | -2.31% |
| POWERGRID | 265.20 | -2.14% |
| INFY | 1,120.00 | -2.10% |
| LT | 4,038.10 | -1.96% |
| NESTLEIND | 1,451.50 | -1.86% |
Among large-cap NSE stocks tracked by IndiaX24; the list approximates the NIFTY 50.
This report is for information only and is not investment advice. Markets carry risk; consult a registered adviser before investing.
