Markets ended their four-week winning streak, closing marginally lower amid profit-booking and mixed global cues. The tone remained largely positive and volatile during the first three sessions; however, profit-taking in the final part of the week erased early gains.Amid the volatility, the broader indices continued to outperform, with the Midcap index advancing 1% and the Smallcap index rising 0.7%, indicating selective buying interest across segments. Ten smallcap stocks delivered weekly gains up to 55%, reflecting strong stock-specific momentum.
HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel among 10 largecap stocks with up to 35% upside potential. Check list
Brokerages remain optimistic on select largecap stocks despite rising geopolitical risks and inflation concerns. Stocks across banking, telecom, auto and infrastructure sectors offer upside potential
May 2, 2026