Mid and Smallcap Indices Fall Up to 4%; FirstCry, Voltas, SAIL, Paytm Drop Up to 8%

Midcap and smallcap stocks saw heavy selling on March 23, reversing gains from the previous session. The decline comes amid rising global uncertainty due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.

The Nifty Midcap 100 fell 3.5% to 52,936.40, while the Nifty Smallcap 100 dropped 3.83% to 15,116.50.

US-Iran Tensions Weigh on Markets

The market weakness is mainly due to rising tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran. Concerns over possible disruption in oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz have pushed crude oil prices higher.

Donald Trump warned of strong action against Iran, while Iran also responded with threats. This has increased uncertainty in global markets, leading to risk-off sentiment among investors.

Voltas, SAIL, Paytm Among Top Losers

Several midcap stocks witnessed sharp declines:

• Voltas
• Steel Authority of India
• One97 Communications
• NMDC
• Bharat Dynamics

These stocks fell more than 5%, with some declining up to 8%. Out of 100 stocks in the midcap index, 98 were trading in the red, showing broad-based selling.

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FirstCry, Kajaria Ceramics Lead Smallcap Losses

In the smallcap segment, Brainbees Solutions (FirstCry) was among the biggest losers, falling over 7%.

Other stocks that declined more than 5% include:

• Kajaria Ceramics
• Bandhan Bank
• Whirlpool of India
• Tejas Networks

Out of 100 stocks in the smallcap index, 99 were trading lower, indicating widespread weakness.

Conclusion

Mid and smallcap stocks are facing heavy selling today due to global uncertainties and rising oil prices. With most stocks trading in the red, market sentiment remains weak, and investors may stay cautious in the near term.

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