Top Gainers & Losers on February 11, 2025 – Adani Enterprises, Eicher Motors, Apollo Hospitals in Focus
Top Gainers: February 11, 2025 – Adani Enterprises, Eicher Motors, Apollo Hospitals in FocusOn February 11, 2025, the Indian stock markets faced a significant downturn, with both the Nifty 50 and the BSE Sensex indices closing in the red. The Nifty 50 index settled at 23,381.6, marking a decline of 1.32%. Throughout the trading session, it fluctuated between a high of 23,390.05 and a low of 22,986.65. Similarly, the BSE Sensex closed at 77,311.8, experiencing a drop of 1.32%, which translates to a decrease of 1,018.2 points from its opening value.
The broader market indices also mirrored this downward trend. The Nifty Midcap 50 underperformed, closing down by 2.85%, while the Nifty Small Cap 100 ended at 16,648.7, a decline of 3.45%.
Performance Overview:
- Nifty 50 Returns:
- Last week: 2.3%
- Last month: 0.34%
- Last three months: -2.14%
- Last six months: -1.49%
- Last year: 8.84%
- Bank Nifty Performance:
- Closing value: 49,981.0
- Intraday high: 49,906.75
- Intraday low: 49,177.4
- Returns:
- Last week: 2.39%
- Last month: 0.84%
- Last three months: -3.57%
- Last six months: 0.5%
- Last year: 9.86%
Top Gainers and Losers:
Despite the overall market decline, a few stocks managed to register gains:
- Adani Enterprises: Increased by 1.35%
- Grasim Industries: Rose by 0.74%
- Trent: Gained 0.61%
- Bharti Airtel: Inched up by 0.22%
On the flip side, several stocks faced significant losses:
- Eicher Motors: Dropped by 6.80%
- Apollo Hospitals Enterprise: Declined by 6.57%
- Shriram Finance: Fell by 3.97%
- Coal India: Decreased by 3.10%
- Bharat Electronics: Went down by 3.07%
Sectoral Performance:
All major sectors ended the day in negative territory. Notably, the small-cap and mid-cap segments were hit hard, with declines of 2.5% and 2%, respectively. Financial stocks dipped by 1%, reflecting broader market sentiments.
Noteworthy Stock Movements:
- Eicher Motors: The company’s shares plummeted nearly 7% amid concerns over its aggressive spending on new product launches, which has impacted profit margins. Analysts highlighted that while vehicle sales reached record highs, the gross profit per vehicle hit a six-quarter low due to increased costs and promotions for new models. reuters.com
- Grasim Industries: The company reported a decline in adjusted profit for the second quarter, primarily due to weak demand in its newly launched paints division. Despite an 18% increase in revenue, total expenses surged by 26%, leading to a contraction in EBITDA margins. reuters.com
Financial Ratios of Key Stocks:
Understanding the financial health of companies is crucial for investors. Below are key financial ratios for selected companies:
| Company | Debt-Equity Ratio | Current Ratio | Net Profit Margin (%) | Return on Net Worth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adani Enterprises | 1.3 | N/A | 3.4 | N/A |
| Grasim Industries | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Eicher Motors | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Apollo Hospitals Enterprise | 0.39 | 1.68 | 13.89 | 13.81 |
Data sourced from company financial reports and analyses.
Conclusion:
The Indian stock markets faced a challenging day on February 11, 2025, with significant declines across major indices and sectors. While a few stocks like Adani Enterprises and Grasim Industries managed to post gains, the broader market sentiment remained bearish. Investors are advised to stay informed and exercise caution, considering both macroeconomic factors and company-specific developments when making investment decisions.
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