Market Update: BPCL, ICICI Bank, and Bharti Airtel Lead Nifty Top Gainers Amid Sensex Decline

On October 15, 2024, the benchmark stock indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50 lost their early gains and closed lower. The BSE Sensex dropped by 152.93 points, or 0.19%, ending at 81,820.12. Similarly, the Nifty50 closed at 25,057.35, down 70.60 points, or 0.28%.

Out of the 50 stocks in the Nifty50 index, here are the Nifty top 5 gainers for the day: 

• Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd’s share price opened at ₹344.20 and closed at ₹349.35. 
• ICICI Bank Ltd’s share price opened at ₹1,238.95 and closed at ₹1,256.00. 
• Bharti Airtel Ltd’s share price opened at ₹1,708.00 and closed at ₹1,718.00. Airtel Business has partnered with Zscaler to launch eAirtel Secure Digital Internet, India’s first fully-managed Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) solution. This service combines Airtel’s Internet Leased Line with Zscaler’s cloud security and Security Service Edge (SSE) technology, offering advanced cybersecurity features to protect enterprises from cyber threats.
• Britannia Industries Ltd’s share price opened at ₹6,016.35 and closed at ₹6,051.05. 
• Asian Paints Ltd’s share price opened at ₹3,075.00 and closed at ₹3,075.00. 

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. It is based on several secondary sources on the internet and is subject to changes. Please consult an expert before making related decisions.