Reliance to SBI, Top 10 Indian Companies by Market Cap Gain/Loss : Last week, the Indian stock market saw major ups and downs. During this volatility, 6 out of the top 10 listed companies in India lost a combined market value of ₹2.22 lakh crore. However, not all companies struggled — 4 firms still managed to grow and deliver good returns for their investors.
The BSE Sensex fell by 294.64 points or 0.36% during the week. This fall directly impacted the market capitalization (market cap) of several large companies. The biggest loss was seen by Reliance Industries, which saw its market cap drop by over ₹1.14 lakh crore.
Biggest Losers of the Week
Reliance Industries suffered the most. Its market cap decreased by ₹1,14,687.7 crore, bringing its total value down to ₹18.83 lakh crore. This was a major drop in just one week.
Other major companies also saw significant losses:
- Infosys: Lost ₹29,474 crore, now valued at ₹6.29 lakh crore.
- LIC (Life Insurance Corporation): Lost ₹23,086 crore, now at ₹5.60 lakh crore.
- TCS (Tata Consultancy Services): Lost ₹20,080 crore, now at ₹11.34 lakh crore.
- Bajaj Finance: Lost ₹17,524 crore.
- Hindustan Unilever (HUL): Lost ₹17,339 crore.
These declines reflect the pressure on major sectors like IT, finance, and FMCG.
Winners in a Weak Market
Even with a weak market, four companies managed to grow their market cap and reward shareholders:
- HDFC Bank: Gained ₹37,161 crore, pushing its market cap to ₹15.38 lakh crore. It is now India’s second-largest company by value.
- ICICI Bank: Gained ₹35,814 crore, with its market cap reaching ₹10.53 lakh crore.
- Bharti Airtel: Gained ₹20,841 crore, total value now ₹11.04 lakh crore.
- State Bank of India (SBI): Gained ₹9,685 crore, with a new market cap of ₹7.44 lakh crore.
These gains show that banking and telecom sectors are holding strong, even when other sectors face pressure.
Updated Ranking of India’s Top 10 Companies
Despite recent losses, Reliance Industries remains India’s most valuable company. Here’s the updated ranking of the top 10 companies by market cap:
| Rank | Company Name | Market Cap (₹ lakh crore) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reliance Industries | 18.83 |
| 2 | HDFC Bank | 15.38 |
| 3 | Tata Consultancy Services | 11.34 |
| 4 | Bharti Airtel | 11.04 |
| 5 | ICICI Bank | 10.53 |
| 6 | State Bank of India | 7.44 |
| 7 | Infosys | 6.29 |
| 8 | LIC | 5.60 |
| 9 | Bajaj Finance | [Approximate] |
| 10 | Hindustan Unilever | [Approximate] |
Note: Approximate values used where exact updated market caps weren’t provided.
What This Market Movement Means
The latest changes show how fast things can shift in the stock market. Some companies lost big in just one week, while others gained strong momentum. This highlights a key point:
A falling market doesn’t affect every company the same way.
- Some sectors like IT and FMCG struggled last week.
- But banking and telecom companies stayed strong and even grew.
Investors need to stay alert and informed. Companies that are strong today can face pressure tomorrow, and those with long-term strategies often come out stronger during tough times.
