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Nifty 50 Overview

Today’s low

Today’s high

₹ 23697.80 ₹ 24078.15
₹ 24028.05

52 week low

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₹ 21743.65 ₹ 26373.20
₹ 24028.05


 

An Overview

If you've ever wondered about the world of investing or the stock market in India, you've likely come across the term "Nifty 50." But what exactly is Nifty 50, and why is it such a crucial player in the Indian financial landscape?

What is Nifty 50?

Nifty 50, often simply referred to as "Nifty," is the flagship stock market index in India. It's maintained and owned by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. This index comprises the 50 largest and most actively traded stocks listed on the NSE. These stocks are handpicked based on factors like market capitalization, liquidity, and sector representation.

In essence, Nifty 50 is like a snapshot of the Indian stock market's performance. It helps investors and analysts gauge the overall health and trends in the market by tracking the performance of these 50 top companies.

History of Nifty 50

The Nifty 50 index was launched on April 22, 1996, and it has come a long way since its inception. Initially, it was seen as a barometer for the Indian stock market. Over the years, it has gained international recognition, attracting foreign investors and playing a pivotal role in India's economy.

Nifty's journey has seen highs and lows, reflecting the Indian economic landscape. It has adapted to market changes and evolved to become more robust, helping investors make informed decisions.

How Does Nifty 50 Work?

Understanding how Nifty 50 works is key to comprehending its significance. The index is calculated using a methodology called the "free-float market capitalization-weighted index." In simpler terms, it considers not just the total market capitalization of the 50 companies but also factors in the number of shares available for trading (the "free-float").

This weighting system ensures that companies with larger market capitalization and greater liquidity have a more substantial impact on the index. Therefore, changes in the stock prices of these 50 companies have a direct influence on Nifty 50's value.

Significance of Nifty 50

Nifty 50 is more than just a number; it holds significant importance in the financial world. Here's why:

  • Benchmark: It serves as a benchmark for investors, fund managers, and analysts to compare their portfolio's performance against the broader market.

  • Investment Decisions: Nifty 50 helps investors make informed decisions. When Nifty rises, it often signifies a positive sentiment in the market, and vice versa.

  • Derivatives Trading: Nifty 50 is the basis for various derivative products like futures and options, allowing investors to hedge their positions and speculate on market movements.

  • Foreign Investment: Nifty 50 is an attractive destination for foreign investors, as it provides exposure to India's diverse and growing economy.

Nifty 50 and You

Now that you have a good grasp of Nifty 50, how can you, as an individual investor, make use of it?

  • Investment Portfolios: Consider including Nifty-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in your investment portfolio for diversified exposure to the Indian stock market.

  • Risk Management: Monitor Nifty 50 trends to assess the overall market sentiment and adjust your investment strategy accordingly.

  • Stay Informed: Keep an eye on Nifty 50 news and analysis to stay updated on the Indian financial landscape.

  • Long-term Investments: Nifty 50 can also be a useful indicator for long-term investors, as it reflects the growth potential of India's top companies.

Nifty 50 Myths Debunked

There are some common misconceptions about Nifty 50. Let's debunk a couple of them:

  • Myth 1: Nifty 50 includes the top 50 companies in India by profitability.

  • Reality: Nifty 50 selects companies based on several factors, not just profitability.

  • Myth 2: Nifty 50 performance guarantees profitable investments.

  • Reality: Nifty 50 is a benchmark; individual stock selection and timing are crucial for success.

Wrapping Up

Nifty 50 is more than just a number or an index; it's a financial compass guiding investors through the turbulent waters of the Indian stock market. Understanding its history, methodology, and significance can empower you to make informed investment decisions and navigate the world of finance with confidence. As India's premier stock market index, Nifty 50 offers a window into the country's economic vitality and growth, making it a valuable tool for both seasoned investors and newcomers to the world of finance. So, keep an eye on Nifty 50 and let it be your trusted companion in your investment journey.

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NAME PRICE CHANGE CHANGE% PREVIOUS CLOSE
Nifty 50
24028.05
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-422.40 -1.73% 24450.45 forward-arrow
Nifty Bank
56019.80
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-1763.45 -3.05% 57783.25 forward-arrow
Nifty 100
24685.65
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-449.25 -1.79% 25134.90 forward-arrow
Nifty 200
13456.55
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-249.45 -1.82% 13706.00 forward-arrow
Nifty Fin Service
26039.30
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-613.15 -2.30% 26652.45 forward-arrow
NIFTY MID SELECT
12942.30
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-224.60 -1.71% 13166.90 forward-arrow
Nifty 500
22056.55
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-424.75 -1.89% 22481.30 forward-arrow
NIFTY Alpha 50
48170.45
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-957.55 -1.95% 49128.00 forward-arrow
Nifty Auto
25965.95
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-1110.45 -4.10% 27076.40 forward-arrow
Nifty CPSE
7038.25
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-126.55 -1.77% 7164.80 forward-arrow
Nifty Energy
35657.75
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-661.85 -1.82% 36319.60 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 4 8Yr
3259.91
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-1.62 -0.05% 3261.53 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 8 13Yr
2990.77
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-3.91 -0.13% 2994.68 forward-arrow
NIFTY INDIA MFG
15119.55
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-365.20 -2.36% 15484.75 forward-arrow
Nifty Infra
9095.80
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-141.25 -1.53% 9237.05 forward-arrow
Nifty IT
30162.05
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23.65 0.08% 30138.40 forward-arrow
Nifty Media
1331.70
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-22.85 -1.69% 1354.55 forward-arrow
Nifty Metal
11688.80
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-311.65 -2.60% 12000.45 forward-arrow
Nifty Midcap 50
16005.45
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-295.40 -1.81% 16300.85 forward-arrow
Nifty MNC
30140.90
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-678.40 -2.20% 30819.30 forward-arrow
Nifty Next 50
66070.65
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-1406.00 -2.08% 67476.65 forward-arrow
Nifty Pharma
22933.75
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-36.45 -0.16% 22970.20 forward-arrow
Nifty PSE
10080.65
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-246.75 -2.39% 10327.40 forward-arrow
Nifty PSU Bank
8819.30
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-365.05 -3.97% 9184.35 forward-arrow
Nifty Pvt Bank
26657.15
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-761.45 -2.78% 27418.60 forward-arrow
Nifty Realty
732.80
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-9.20 -1.24% 742.00 forward-arrow
NIFTY SMLCAP 50
7926.15
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-165.70 -2.05% 8091.85 forward-arrow
NIFTY TOTAL MKT
12355.60
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-241.50 -1.92% 12597.10 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 10Yr
2623.84
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-5.36 -0.20% 2629.20 forward-arrow
Nifty FMCG
49192.40
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-778.20 -1.56% 49970.60 forward-arrow
Nifty Commodities
9514.45
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-212.25 -2.18% 9726.70 forward-arrow
NIFTY CONSR DURBL
35495.60
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-1025.10 -2.81% 36520.70 forward-arrow
Nifty FinSrv25 50
28275.35
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-639.80 -2.21% 28915.15 forward-arrow
Nifty GrowSect 15
11070.40
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-170.05 -1.51% 11240.45 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 10Yr Cln
884.41
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-2.02 -0.23% 886.43 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 11 15Yr
3260.79
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-7.42 -0.23% 3268.21 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 15YrPlus
3451.65
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-17.93 -0.52% 3469.58 forward-arrow
Nifty GS Compsite
3064.95
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-6.07 -0.20% 3071.02 forward-arrow
NIFTY HEALTHCARE
14772.40
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-19.25 -0.13% 14791.65 forward-arrow
NIFTY IND DIGITAL
7612.50
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-19.05 -0.25% 7631.55 forward-arrow
NIFTY LARGEMID250
15644.50
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-305.45 -1.92% 15949.95 forward-arrow
NIFTY M150 QLTY50
22211.05
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-444.55 -1.96% 22655.60 forward-arrow
NIFTY MICROCAP250
19919.95
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-545.40 -2.66% 20465.35 forward-arrow
Nifty Mid Liq 15
14492.80
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-209.55 -1.43% 14702.35 forward-arrow
NIFTY MIDCAP 100
56265.50
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-1127.85 -1.97% 57393.35 forward-arrow
NIFTY MIDCAP 150
20749.45
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-432.35 -2.04% 21181.80 forward-arrow
NIFTY MIDSML 400
18633.05
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-406.85 -2.14% 19039.90 forward-arrow
NIFTY OIL AND GAS
11507.80
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-279.50 -2.37% 11787.30 forward-arrow
Nifty Serv Sector
30705.40
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-525.10 -1.68% 31230.50 forward-arrow
NIFTY SMLCAP 100
16132.20
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-366.70 -2.22% 16498.90 forward-arrow
NIFTY SMLCAP 250
15063.50
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-358.70 -2.33% 15422.20 forward-arrow
NIFTY100 EQL Wgt
32182.15
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-653.45 -1.99% 32835.60 forward-arrow
NIFTY100 LowVol30
19545.15
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-355.40 -1.79% 19900.55 forward-arrow
NIFTY100 Qualty30
5404.50
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-94.25 -1.71% 5498.75 forward-arrow
Nifty100ESGSecLdr
3972.20
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-60.65 -1.50% 4032.85 forward-arrow
Nifty200Momentm30
29476.95
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-275.75 -0.93% 29752.70 forward-arrow
Nifty50 Div Point
279.19
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72.86 35.31% 206.33 forward-arrow
Nifty50 PR 1x Inv
218.70
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8.85 4.22% 209.85 forward-arrow
Nifty50 PR 2x Lev
12269.45
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-7399.75 -37.62% 19669.20 forward-arrow
Nifty50 TR 1x Inv
178.75
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6.75 3.92% 172.00 forward-arrow
Nifty50 TR 2x Lev
18402.50
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-1266.70 -6.44% 19669.20 forward-arrow
Nifty50 Value 20
12305.65
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-204.35 -1.63% 12510.00 forward-arrow
NIFTY500 MULTICAP
15183.30
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-501.90 -3.20% 15685.20 forward-arrow
NAME PRICE CHANGE CHANGE% PREVIOUS CLOSE
SENSEX
77566.16
3.26 0.00% 77562.90 forward-arrow
BSE100
25189.93
-473.00 -1.84% 25662.93 forward-arrow
SNSX50
25097.92
-445.82 -1.75% 25543.74 forward-arrow
BSE200
10932.99
-207.33 -1.86% 11140.32 forward-arrow
BSE500
34557.39
-674.66 -1.91% 35232.05 forward-arrow
BSE CG
69098.31
-1520.15 -2.15% 70618.46 forward-arrow
BSE CD
55843.80
-1540.77 -2.68% 57384.57 forward-arrow
BSEPSU
21171.19
-643.43 -2.95% 21814.62 forward-arrow
TECK
15411.65
-31.44 -0.20% 15443.09 forward-arrow
BANKEX
62940.57
-2050.62 -3.16% 64991.19 forward-arrow
AUTO
57504.46
-2325.40 -3.89% 59829.86 forward-arrow
METAL
38583.82
-1014.33 -2.56% 39598.15 forward-arrow
OILGAS
27286.37
-874.95 -3.11% 28161.32 forward-arrow
DOL30
6897.09
-169.84 -2.40% 7066.93 forward-arrow
DOL100
2822.33
-73.28 -2.53% 2895.61 forward-arrow
DOL200
1971.41
-51.55 -2.55% 2022.96 forward-arrow
REALTY
5697.22
-73.25 -1.27% 5770.47 forward-arrow
POWER
6776.47
-95.55 -1.39% 6872.02 forward-arrow
BSEIPO
14097.20
-318.00 -2.21% 14415.20 forward-arrow
GREENX
7827.50
0.00 0.00% 7827.50 forward-arrow
CARBON
4344.48
0.00 0.00% 4344.48 forward-arrow
SMEIPO
80786.02
-1473.29 -1.79% 82259.31 forward-arrow
INFRA
555.54
-14.89 -2.61% 570.43 forward-arrow
CPSE
3918.04
-93.75 -2.34% 4011.79 forward-arrow
MIDCAP
44246.27
-699.21 -1.56% 44945.48 forward-arrow
SMLCAP
46825.31
-1050.74 -2.19% 47876.05 forward-arrow
BSEFMC
18006.77
-271.86 -1.49% 18278.63 forward-arrow
BSE HC
43390.49
-167.39 -0.38% 43557.88 forward-arrow
BSE IT
29191.65
-27.71 -0.09% 29219.36 forward-arrow
MFG
1064.62
-21.35 -1.97% 1085.97 forward-arrow
ALLCAP
10471.31
0.00 0.00% 10471.31 forward-arrow
COMDTY
7814.31
-222.33 -2.77% 8036.64 forward-arrow
CONDIS
8783.11
-245.17 -2.72% 9028.28 forward-arrow
ENERGY
11694.98
-234.38 -1.96% 11929.36 forward-arrow
FINSER
12170.52
-311.18 -2.49% 12481.70 forward-arrow
INDSTR
14369.02
-388.20 -2.63% 14757.22 forward-arrow
LRGCAP
9608.20
-112.73 -1.16% 9720.93 forward-arrow
MIDSEL
15823.63
-335.77 -2.08% 16159.40 forward-arrow
SMLSEL
7340.12
-158.07 -2.11% 7498.19 forward-arrow
TELCOM
2888.89
-46.51 -1.58% 2935.40 forward-arrow
UTILS
5225.05
-73.20 -1.38% 5298.25 forward-arrow
BHRT22
9294.61
-233.88 -2.45% 9528.49 forward-arrow
ESG100
401.28
-7.55 -1.85% 408.83 forward-arrow
MID150
15201.97
-306.75 -1.98% 15508.72 forward-arrow
SML250
5954.27
-150.05 -2.46% 6104.32 forward-arrow
LMI250
10362.32
-196.44 -1.86% 10558.76 forward-arrow
MSL400
11107.68
-241.93 -2.13% 11349.61 forward-arrow
BSEDSI
1026.25
-24.21 -2.30% 1050.46 forward-arrow
BSEEVI
1044.62
-42.03 -3.87% 1086.65 forward-arrow
BSELVI
1760.51
-34.80 -1.94% 1795.31 forward-arrow
BSEMOI
2080.77
-29.75 -1.41% 2110.52 forward-arrow
BSEQUI
1773.73
-20.96 -1.17% 1794.69 forward-arrow
DFRGRI
1541.65
-33.33 -2.12% 1574.98 forward-arrow
LCTMCI
8922.47
-166.21 -1.83% 9088.68 forward-arrow
BSEPBI
19281.31
-573.74 -2.89% 19855.05 forward-arrow
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