21 May, 2026 | 12:01 AM
Company | LTP (₹) | Change % | Bid Qty. |
|---|---|---|---|
United Foodbrands UFBL | 400.8 | +66.8 (20%) | 51,831.00 |
KDDL Ltd KDDL | 2,614.2 | +435.7 (20%) | 27,105.00 |
Jay Bharat Maru. JAYBARMARU | 103.27 | +17.21 (19.99%) | 5,23,441.00 |
Noida Tollbridg. NOIDATOLL | 6.15 | +1.02 (19.88%) | 2,04,827.00 |
Borosil Scienti. BOROSCI | 142.49 | +23.11 (19.35%) | 4,02,322.00 |
Upper Circuit as per NIFTY50
Indian benchmark indices staged a strong intraday recovery on May 18, 2026, despite a sharp opening selloff caused by escalating US-Iran tensions, Brent crude crossing $111 per barrel, and the rupee hitting record lows. IT and pharma stocks supported the rebound as Nifty and Sensex closed marginally in the green.
18 May 2026|05:10 PM
Indian benchmark indices ended slightly lower on May 15, 2026, amid record rupee weakness, surging crude oil prices, and cautious global sentiment. While IT, FMCG, and Pharma sectors provided support, heavy selling in Metal, Defence, PSU Bank, Realty, and Oil & Gas stocks kept markets under pressure. Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Kirloskar Oil Engines emerged among key gainers after strong quarterly earnings, while Voltas declined sharply on margin pressure concerns.
15 May 2026|05:27 PM
The Indian benchmark indices staged a strong recovery on May 14, 2026, driven by strong quarterly earnings, bargain buying, and improving global sentiment. Pharma, healthcare, metal, and financial stocks witnessed robust gains, while IT shares remained under pressure due to rising concerns over AI-led disruption in the outsourcing sector. Cipla, Adani Enterprises, Bharti Airtel, and Zydus Lifesciences emerged among the top trending stocks of the day.
14 May 2026|05:28 PM
Indian benchmark indices snapped a four-session losing streak on May 13, 2026, supported by a sharp rally in metal stocks, value buying at lower levels, and improving global sentiment. Nifty closed above 23,400 while Sensex ended marginally higher, though weakness in IT and auto sectors kept broader market sentiment cautious.
13 May 2026|06:04 PM
Indian benchmark indices ended sharply lower on May 12, 2026, with Sensex falling 1,456 points and Nifty closing at 23,379. Rising crude oil prices, persistent US-Iran tensions, rupee weakness, and heavy selling in IT stocks after OpenAI’s new AI deployment business announcement triggered broad-based market weakness. Realty, IT, defence, and financial stocks led the decline, while ONGC gained on government royalty cuts for crude and natural gas production.
12 May 2026|05:25 PM
An upper circuit stock refers to the maximum percentage rise in the price of a company’s stock that can be reached on a particular trading day. The reason for the stock exchange setting a fixed upper limit is to prevent massive price hikes. If a company’s stock reaches the upper circuit, the stock exchange can temporarily suspend trading of that stock. By doing this, the stock exchange seeks to protect investors from purchasing stocks at an inflated price, ultimately protecting the market from a drastic price rise.
For instance, If a stock in the stock market is trading at Rs 200, and the stock exchange has determined the upper limit at 10%. This implies that the stock can go up to a maximum of Rs 220 on a particular trading day. However, if the stock has already reached this price, it is said to have reached its upper circuit.
A lower circuit stock refers to the most a company’s stock price can fall in a single trading session.
The stock exchange sets a predetermined lower limit to prevent a rapid fall in the price of any stock.
In case the company’s stock has reached the set lower limit, trading in that particular stock can be temporarily suspended or put on hold. By suspending the stock, the stock exchange seeks to protect investors from potential panic selling that can cause a rapid crash in market prices.
For instance, A stock in the stock market is trading at Rs 200, and the stock exchange has set the lower circuit limit at 10%. This implies that a company’s stock can fall to a minimum price of Rs 180 in a trading session, not more. If a company’s stock has reached this price, it is considered the lowest price that a company’s stock can reach before the stock exchange suspends trading in that stock.
| Basis | Upper circuit | Lower circuit |
| Definition | Acts like a ceiling, setting the maximum limit a stock’s price can rise in a single day. | Acts like a safety net, setting the maximum limit a stock’s price can fall in a day. |
| Price movement | Indicates an upward price movement | Indicates a downward price movement |
| Market condition | Typically occurs in bullish (positive) market conditions | Typically occurs in bearish (negative) market conditions |
| Advantages | Can prevent sudden price spikes, reducing volatility in the stock market. | Can avert a market collapse caused by a sharp drop in stock prices. Moreover, prevents panic selling among investors |
| Causes | Can be a result of positive news, high profits, or increased buying interest | Can be caused by negative news, poor performance, or low earnings |
| Trader reaction | Investors may rush to purchase in hopes of high gains, leading to a buying freeze. | Investors are in a frenzy to sell but are unable to, creating a selling freeze |
How can lower circuit shares impact investors?
Investors find it difficult to sell their stock due to a lack of buyers and because the stock exchange has temporarily suspended the stock as it has reached the lower circuit limit.
Moreover, the rapid decline in stock prices can trigger panic selling among investors and could adversely affect overall market prices.
What factors affect lower and upper circuit limits?
Several factors can affect the upper and lower circuit limits, including mergers, acquisitions, expansions, a company’s financial performance, political unrest, and investor confidence.
How to check the upper and lower circuit limits of a stock?
How to spot potential upper circuit stocks?
To identify stocks that can potentially be upper circuit stocks, you must regularly analyse a company’s financial statements. This will give you information regarding their profits, growth, and amount of debt. You should also be informed about news, announcements, or corporate actions that could affect stock prices. Lastly, focus on investing in trending sectors and industries with positive developments, as these stocks are likely to experience upward movements in their price.
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