Top Gainers Defy Market Downturn as Nifty Loses Ground

A handful of stocks managed to rise sharply despite the bearish backdrop. Shriram Finance emerged as the top performer, climbing close to 49 percent. Titan Company, Adani Ports and Hindalco Industries posted gains of 21 to 27 percent, while Nestle India, State Bank of India and Axis Bank each delivered returns above 10 percent. These outliers highlighted the market's selective strength in quality shares.