Indian equity markets traded on a positive note on 26th March 2026 (noting the trading session data), even as the Nifty 50 consolidated near the 23,300–23,400 zone following its sharp rally the previous day. The Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 continued to display resilience with selective strength in the broader market, while India VIX remained elevated around the 24.6 level, reflecting sustained caution amid global developments.
Despite the overall constructive market theme, over 40 stocks across various segments hit their lower price bands or lower circuits, highlighting isolated selling pressure in specific counters.
Here are the most impactful stocks that touched the lower band (sorted by value traded and % change):
| Symbol | Series | LTP | %Chng | Price Band % | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Crores) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWANDEF | BE | 1675.70 | -4.99 | 5.00 | 0.96 | 16.09 |
| EMBDL | BE | 41.60 | -4.83 | 5.00 | 21.61 | 9.12 |
| RMDRIP | EQ | 35.79 | -4.99 | 5.00 | 8.48 | 3.06 |
| EPACKPEB | EQ | 139.12 | -5.00 | 5.00 | 2.12 | 2.99 |
| MAXVOLT | SM | 287.15 | -5.00 | 5.00 | 0.77 | 2.22 |
| BGRENERGY | BE | 259.00 | -4.81 | 5.00 | 0.62 | 1.63 |
| IZMO | BE | 654.85 | -3.60 | 5.00 | 0.21 | 1.37 |
| WAAREEINDO | BE | 385.55 | -4.99 | 5.00 | 0.35 | 1.37 |
| RAJESHEXPO | BZ | 84.61 | -5.00 | 5.00 | 1.40 | 1.19 |
| FILATFASH | EQ | 0.15 | -6.25 | 10.00 | 631.02 | 0.95 |
| APSISAERO | ST | 163.80 | -4.99 | 5.00 | 0.44 | 0.73 |
| GJL | ST | 212.25 | -4.99 | 5.00 | 0.24 | 0.51 |
Key Highlights:
- SWANDEF led the declines in terms of value, dropping 4.99% to ₹1,675.70 with ₹16.09 crore in traded value.
- EMBDL witnessed heavy volume of over 21.61 lakh shares as it fell nearly 5% to ₹41.60, registering the second-highest traded value at ₹9.12 crore.
- RMDRIP, EPACKPEB, and MAXVOLT hit the full 5% lower circuit, indicating strong selling interest in these counters.
- High-volume low-priced stock FILATFASH declined over 6% on exceptionally high volume, while several others like WAAREEINDO and RAJESHEXPO also touched their lower bands.
The session reflected a mixed breadth, with the broader markets showing underlying resilience despite these downside circuit hits.
