NSE Top Gainers & Losers – Daily Reports
Quick Market Summary – 21-Jan-2026
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Top Gainer of the Day | VMSTMT (12.71%) |
| Top Loser of the Day | KALYANKJIL (-12.16%) |
| Highest Turnover in Top Gainers | CREDITACC (2699.27 Crores) |
| Highest Delivery % in Losers | UMIYA-MRO (72.54%) |
Top 10 Gainers on NSE – 21-Jan-2026
The market on 21 Jan 2026 opened on a weak note with the Nifty losing sharply in the early session. However, a steady recovery in the later part of the day induced selective buying in defensive and commodity, linked sectors. Gold ETFs and gold, related stocks dominated the outperformers as investors turned to safety amidst the early volatility and firm global gold prices. MRPL, an energy stock, rose as crude prices stabilized, thus improving the margin outlook for downstream companies. Industrial stocks such as VMSTMT, KABRAEXTRU, and KANPRPLA enticed investors on the back of expectations of a steady demand from the infrastructure and packaging sectors. ROSSTECH, a technology services company, attracted interest after contract, related updates gave the market confidence in revenue visibility. Financial services company CREDITACC went up as NBFC stocks recovered along with the broader market in the afternoon. In general, todays winning stocks reflected a combination of safety, driven positioning and stock, specific accumulation as the market changed direction when the selling pressure retreated.
| Stock | Close (₹) | % Change | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| VMSTMT | 51.18 | +12.71% | 15,85,625 |
| KABRAEXTRU | 204.78 | +12.16% | 1,82,984 |
| KANPRPLA | 178.77 | +11.75% | 36,961 |
| ROSSTECH | 643.05 | +11.22% | 25,48,663 |
| BSLGOLDETF | 147.45 | +11.09% | 30,33,171 |
| MRPL | 152.16 | +9.15% | 6,61,71,691 |
| CREDITACC | 1355.2 | +9.06% | 1,97,55,353 |
| IVZINGOLD | 14026.3 | +8.97% | 3,386 |
| LICMFGOLD | 14767.4 | +8.88% | 9,133 |
| GOLDADD | 159.14 | +8.83% | 22,29,428 |
Top 10 Losers on NSE – 21-Jan-2026
Though the index rebounded from the lows of the day, stocks that had recently rallied and thus left very little room for disappointment continued to be heavily sold. One jewellery retailer KALYANKJIL was down sharply along with other discretionary spending stocks that were under pressure following yesterdays market weakness. Manufacturing and engineering counter UMIYA, MRO was one of the stocks that declined as small industrial plays remained out of favour. IT services stock RSSOFTWARE descended further amidst the ongoing uncertainty in the global tech sector. Retail chain PATELRMART dropped after the previous days gains, thus showing that profit booking in consumption names was taking place quickly. Pharma company WANBURY and chemical player CRAMC were sold off as investors reduced their exposure to volatile midcaps. Renewable, linked VIKRAMSOLR was one of the stocks to weaken as traders reduced risk in capital, intensive businesses. Due to low liquidity, smaller counters like SECMARK and PREMIERPOL suffered some selling pressure. Fashion retailer STYLEBAAZA was the last one on the list of losers due to traders taking profits following its strong recent run. The selling today was broad across riskier stocks rather than being the consequence of one or two single negative events.
| Stock | Close (₹) | % Change | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| KALYANKJIL | 396.55 | -12.16% | 3,76,39,138 |
| UMIYA-MRO | 70.3 | -10.26% | 1,19,984 |
| RSSOFTWARE | 40.29 | -9.99% | 1,23,423 |
| PATELRMART | 187.11 | -9.70% | 21,77,658 |
| WANBURY | 180.24 | -9.23% | 1,84,608 |
| CRAMC | 256.95 | -9.22% | 28,18,201 |
| VIKRAMSOLR | 196.57 | -8.52% | 1,36,84,903 |
| SECMARK | 98.88 | -8.44% | 11,279 |
| PREMIERPOL | 46.68 | -8.16% | 4,50,823 |
| STYLEBAAZA | 311.35 | -8.10% | 74,64,829 |
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Conclusion
The trading pattern on 21 Jan 2026 illustrated a market that ventured to test lower levels but eventually, at the close, recovered from it, hence buyers seem to be willing stepping in to purchase when prices are attractive. However, it is still a fact that Nifty after an intraday fall of a deep level closed only marginally higher, which indicates that confidence is still restrained. Eventually, capital evidently shifted to less risky themes such as gold, linked instruments and stable commodity plays. On the other hand, high, beta and discretionary stocks continued to have a rough time. This mixed behaviour shows that traders are not liquidating their positions and exiting the market, but they are opting to stay invested in a more cautious manner. These days often point to a period of consolidation rather than an end to the trend. As long as the index does not demonstrate sustained strength over intraday resistance levels, short, term traders will probably remain selective and be quick in booking profits. As of now, a methodical stock selection and keeping a close eye on sector flow are more vital than the general market direction.
Disclaimer: This report is a neutral summary of stock market activity collected from publicly available exchange data. It is shared for general market awareness and educational reference only. Stock prices and market conditions can change rapidly and may not remain the same at a later time. Readers are encouraged to understand risks and use their own judgment while acting on any market information. Always do thorough research or seek qualified guidance that suits your personal financial situation before making decisions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which stock gained the most today?
VMSTMT was the top gainer today with 12.71%.
Which stock fell the most today?
KALYANKJIL was the top loser today with -12.16%.
Does this report provide stock recommendations?
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