Indian equity markets remained under pressure on Monday as selling continued in several pockets amid cautious global cues. The Nifty hovered with mild weakness, while Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 saw broader correction. India VIX stayed elevated, signalling sustained investor caution and volatility.
More than 50 stocks across segments touched fresh 52-week lows during the session. Notable weakness was visible in consumer discretionary, real estate, infrastructure, and select mid/small-cap names.
Key Stocks at Fresh 52-Week Lows
| Scrip Name | LTP | 52-Week Low | Previous Low Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BATAINDIA | 615.05 | 613.60 | 23 Mar 2026 | Close to low |
| PGHH | 9233.30 | 8995.00 | 27 Mar 2026 | Significant decline |
| LODHA | 681.00 | 681.00 | 27 Mar 2026 | At fresh low |
| RELINFRA | 67.28 | 67.28 | 27 Mar 2026 | At fresh low |
| EPACKPEB | 132.50 | 132.05 | 27 Mar 2026 | Very close to low |
| RAJESHEXPO | 80.60 | 80.60 | 25 Mar 2026 | At fresh low |
| MCLOUD | 19.43 | 19.43 | 27 Mar 2026 | At fresh low |
| EMBDL | 39.48 | 39.48 | 25 Mar 2026 | At fresh low |
| ADANIENT | 1793.20 | 1791.45 | 24 Mar 2026 | Very close to low |
Key Highlights:
- BATAINDIA, PGHH, and LODHA were among the prominent names making or trading very close to their 52-week lows, contributing to weakness in consumer and real estate sectors.
- Stocks that also hit lower circuits today — RELINFRA, EPACKPEB, RAJESHEXPO, MCLOUD, and EMBDL — simultaneously touched fresh yearly lows, showing strong selling interest.
- Over 220 stocks saw their LTP equal or extremely close to the 52-week low, indicating broad-based pressure especially in mid and small-cap segments.
- Large-cap names like ADANIENT also traded near their recent lows, adding to the cautious market sentiment.
The broader market breadth remained negative with decliners dominating in the mid and small-cap universe.
Nifty is likely to find immediate support near 22,500–22,700 levels while facing resistance around 23,000–23,100 in the near term.
