Sector Performance Today (28 September 2026): Pharma Leads, Infra Lags — Heatmap, Breadth and Most Active Stocks
Quick answer
Sector-wise market performance for 28 September 2026: Pharma up -0.27% and Infra at -2.82%, with advance-decline breadth, sector indices and the most active large caps.
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Quick summary
Leading sector
Pharma
-0.27%
Lagging sector
Infra
-2.82%
Breadth
4 up / 47 down
Which sectors moved on 28 September 2026
Pharma was the strongest pocket at an average -0.27% across our large-cap universe, while Infra was the weakest at -2.82%. Market breadth stood at 4 advances against 47 declines out of 51 tracked names, with the Nifty 50 at 22,780.25 (-1.58%). Data is as of 05:00 pm IST.
Sector heatmap
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| Sector | Average change | Advances | Declines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharma | -0.27% | 1 | 4 |
| IT | -0.52% | 1 | 4 |
| Telecom | -0.79% | 0 | 1 |
| Financials | -1.13% | 1 | 9 |
| Materials | -1.26% | 0 | 4 |
| Consumer | -1.26% | 0 | 3 |
| Metal | -1.37% | 0 | 3 |
| Auto | -1.45% | 1 | 5 |
| FMCG | -1.60% | 0 | 5 |
| Energy | -2.08% | 0 | 6 |
| Infra | -2.82% | 0 | 3 |
NSE sector indices
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| Index | Level | % change |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | 54,471.65 | -2.04% |
| IT | 28,086.50 | -0.26% |
| Auto | 26,525.05 | -1.67% |
| FMCG | 45,264.35 | -1.50% |
| Pharma | 26,761.65 | -0.90% |
| Metal | 12,854.40 | -1.81% |
| Energy | 36,693.20 | -2.04% |
| Financials | 24,671.65 | -1.72% |
| Realty | 850.90 | -2.17% |
| Media | 1,539.25 | -0.74% |
| PSU Bank | 8,026.10 | -3.34% |
| Infra | 8,782.50 | -1.99% |
Most active stocks by volume
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| Stock | Price (₹) | % change | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDFC BANK LTD | 719.05 | -2.30% | 2,16,75,579 |
| KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD | 401.55 | -0.61% | 1,50,62,655 |
| TATA MOTORS PASS VEH LTD | 281.75 | -3.09% | 1,40,63,134 |
| TATA STEEL LIMITED | 186.30 | -0.90% | 1,36,28,891 |
| RELIANCE INDUSTRIES LTD | 1,197.60 | -2.37% | 1,36,02,349 |
| WIPRO LTD | 161.56 | -1.52% | 1,03,09,220 |
| POWER GRID CORP. LTD. | 261.85 | -2.92% | 1,02,78,456 |
| STATE BANK OF INDIA | 962.00 | -2.18% | 98,46,646 |
Strongest closes (near the day's high)
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| Stock | Price (₹) | % change | Position in day range |
|---|---|---|---|
| HERO MOTOCORP LIMITED | 5,390.00 | +0.56% | 99% |
| INDUSIND BANK LIMITED | 909.70 | -0.27% | 86% |
| KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK LTD | 401.55 | -0.61% | 73% |
| INFOSYS LIMITED | 1,003.20 | +0.30% | 72% |
| BRITANNIA INDUSTRIES LTD | 4,915.00 | -0.46% | 72% |
| HDFC LIFE INS CO LTD | 531.60 | +0.11% | 66% |
Weakest closes (near the day's low)
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| Stock | Price (₹) | % change | Position in day range |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUN PHARMACEUTICAL IND L | 1,838.00 | -0.77% | 0% |
| POWER GRID CORP. LTD. | 261.85 | -2.92% | 0% |
| LARSEN & TOUBRO LTD. | 3,766.40 | -2.92% | 0% |
| OIL AND NATURAL GAS CORP. | 230.00 | -2.55% | 3% |
| RELIANCE INDUSTRIES LTD | 1,197.60 | -2.37% | 3% |
| ITC LTD | 265.20 | -1.43% | 5% |
Session takeaways
- Market pulse reads 7/100 — strong risk-off.
- NIFTY 50 is trading lower at 22,780.25 (-1.58%).
- Breadth in the large-cap universe: 4 advancing vs 47 declining, a negative bias.
- Pharma leads sectors at -0.27%, while Infra lags at -2.82%.
- Top large-cap gainer: DR. REDDY S LABORATORIES +1.64%.
- Biggest laggard: TATA MOTORS PASS VEH LTD -3.09%.
- Gold futures at ₹1,47,350 (-2.40%).
- Gap scanner: 6 large caps opened above the previous close, 2 below; widest intraday swing is ADANIENT at 3.99%.
How to read sector rotation
Sector leadership tells you where money is rotating, which matters more than a single index print. Broad breadth with two or three sectors leading is a healthy trend; a rising index with negative breadth is usually narrow, index-heavyweight driven and fragile. Stocks closing in the top quarter of their day range show buyers in control into the close, and heavy volume confirms the move.
Key takeaways
- Leading sector: Pharma (-0.27%) — higher at the time of writing
- Lagging sector: Infra (-2.82%) — lower at the time of writing
- Breadth: 4 up / 47 down
About this report
Every figure on this page is read from a primary source at the timestamp shown — exchange boards for equities and indices, the exchange bid book for IPOs, published association rates for bullion, and consolidated exchange quotes for crypto — with no estimation or third-party commentary. Historical fields such as trailing returns and 52-week extremes are computed on the adjusted daily series so splits and bonuses do not create false gaps. A timestamp outside market hours reflects the last traded or last published value, not a live tick.
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Sources
- NSE India equity and sector index board data via our exchange data feed
- TrendRipperX market dashboard
“This report is generated automatically from live exchange and official association data at the time stamped above. Prices move continuously — verify on the source before acting. Nothing here is investment advice.”
Frequently asked questions
Why is sector Performance Today (28 September 2026): Pharma Leads, Infra Lags — Heatmap, Breadth and Most Active Stocks making headlines?
Sector-wise market performance for 28 September 2026: Pharma up -0.27% and Infra at -2.82%, with advance-decline breadth, sector indices and the most active large caps.
Which sectors moved on 28 September 2026?
Pharma was the strongest pocket at an average -0.27% across our large-cap universe, while Infra was the weakest at -2.82%. Market breadth stood at 4 advances against 47 declines out of 51 tracked names, with the Nifty 50 at 22,780.25 (-1.58%). Data is as of 05:00 pm IST.
What should you know about session takeaways?
Market pulse reads 7/100 — strong risk-off. NIFTY 50 is trading lower at 22,780.25 (-1.58%). Breadth in the large-cap universe: 4 advancing vs 47 declining, a negative bias. Pharma leads sectors at -0.27%, while Infra lags at -2.82%. Top large-cap gainer: DR. REDDY S LABORATORIES +1.64%.
How to read sector rotation?
Sector leadership tells you where money is rotating, which matters more than a single index print. Broad breadth with two or three sectors leading is a healthy trend; a rising index with negative breadth is usually narrow, index-heavyweight driven and fragile.
What does key takeaways mean for investors?
Leading sector: Pharma (-0.27%) — higher at the time of writing. Lagging sector: Infra (-2.82%) — lower at the time of writing. Breadth: 4 up / 47 down.
What are the key points on about this report?
Every figure on this page is read from a primary source at the timestamp shown — exchange boards for equities and indices, the exchange bid book for IPOs, published association rates for bullion, and consolidated exchange quotes for crypto — with no estimation or third-party commentary.
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