Mid‑Cap and Small‑Cap Indices Show Gains Amid Broad Decline

Despite a bearish close for the headline indices, the mid‑cap and small‑cap segments posted positive momentum on Tuesday. The Nifty Mid‑Cap 100 climbed 230.40 points to 61,797.70, while the Nifty Small‑Cap 100 surged 190 points, reaching 18,863.10.

The broader Sensex slipped 249.70 points to 76,478.67, reflecting a 0.33% fall, and the Nifty 50 fell 80.50 points. Large‑cap equities were the main drag, but sectoral leaders like defence (+1.37%) and realty (+1.31%) provided a cushion.

Investors appear to be rotating into lower‑priced stocks, seeking value amid lingering concerns over geopolitical tensions and the outlook for US monetary policy. The mixed performance across sectors underscores a market in consolidation, awaiting clearer signals from global macro data.