The Indian stock market saw a downward trend today, with the SENSEX trading at 81,641.46 and a loss of -559.70 points or -0.68%. Out of the 38 sectors, only 4 sectors showed an upward movement while 34 sectors declined. The top losing sector was S&P BSE Telecommunication with a decrease of -2.51%, while the top gaining sector was NIFTYREALTY with a rise of 0.56%.

The advance-decline ratio across BSE500 was 183 advances and 316 declines, indicating a ratio of 0.58x. The small-cap, mid-cap, and BSE100 caps also showed a decline of 0.09%, 0.61%, and 0.62% respectively. In the BSE500 index, Gujarat Fluoroch, Godrej Industries, and Aavas Financiers were the top gainers with a rise of 5.31%, 4.76%, and 4.60% respectively. On the other hand, Vodafone Idea, Indus Towers, and Indigo Paints were the top losers with a decrease of -9.94%, -4.46%, and -4.35% respectively.

The small-cap stocks traded flat today, while Marico, Gujarat Fluoroch, and VST Industries were the top gainers in the large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap categories with a rise of 2.87%, 5.31%, and 21.33% respectively. REC Ltd, Vodafone Idea, and Praveg were the top losers in the same categories with a decrease of -2.40%, -9.94%, and -4.59% respectively.

After opening flat with a change of -30.08 points, the SENSEX fell by -531.40 points to 81,639.68 (-0.68%). The SENSEX is currently 1.33% away from its 52-week high of 82,725.28 and is trading above its 50-day moving average (DMA), with the 50 DMA trading above the 200 DMA. This indicates a bearish trend in the market today.

Investors are advised to keep a close eye on the market and make informed decisions while trading. With the current market conditions, it is important to stay updated and make strategic moves to minimize losses and maximize gains. Stay tuned for more updates on the Indian stock market.