Nifty Bank Today Rises 0.77% to 57,885.85: Closing Bell
- August 12, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
Nifty Bank today finished as the top gaining sector index in the configured universe on 12 August 2026. The index added 439.60 points, or 0.77%, to close at 57,885.85 in the closing session update at 4:15 PM IST.
Quick sector takeaways
- Nifty Bank rose 0.77% to 57,885.85 from its previous close of 57,446.25.
- The index moved between 57,254.00 and 57,885.85 during the session, ending at its day high.
- Breadth was positive: 12 of 14 displayed stocks advanced, one declined and one was unchanged.
- Punjab National Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, AU Small Finance Bank and IDFC First Bank were among the notable gainers. The next session will test whether this broad participation continues.
Nifty Bank today: end-of-session wrap
Nifty Bank today delivered a constructive closing-session performance, rising 439.60 points from the previous close. The move took the banking index to 57,885.85, a 0.77% advance for the day. Importantly, the index finished at its intraday high, indicating that the session ended at the strongest level recorded during the day.
The index opened at 57,391.80, slightly below the previous close of 57,446.25, and initially traded down to 57,254.00. It then recovered through the session and closed higher. This sequence shows a turnaround from the intraday low to a positive close, while the 0.77% gain made Nifty Bank the leading gaining sector index among the configured indices.
Price snapshot
| Metric | Level |
|---|---|
| Last traded price | 57,885.85 |
| Previous close | 57,446.25 |
| Day change | +439.60 (+0.77%) |
| Day high | 57,885.85 |
| Day low | 57,254.00 |
The day’s range was 631.85 points. Closing at the high places the final index reading 631.85 points above the day low and 494.05 points above the opening level. These are observations from the session’s price range rather than forecasts for the next trading day.
Sector ranking
Nifty Bank was the top gaining sector index in the configured Univest universe, with its 0.77% rise ahead of Nifty Metal’s 0.54%, Nifty Mid Select’s 0.28% and Nifty Pharma’s 0.05% gains. The banking index therefore stood out in a mixed sectoral session, while several other tracked indices ended lower or near flat.
For a broader market dashboard, readers can follow Univest Market View. Within the sector comparison available for this update, Nifty Bank held the first rank among gainers.
Constituent breadth
The advance had wide participation. Of the 14 displayed banking stocks, 12 closed higher, one closed lower and one ended unchanged. That produces an advance-decline ratio of 12:1. The breadth reading matters because the index gain was accompanied by gains across a large share of the displayed banking names, rather than being confined to a small set of stocks.
Punjab National Bank led the percentage gainers, while Union Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, AU Small Finance Bank, IDFC First Bank and State Bank of India also posted meaningful advances. Kotak Mahindra Bank was the sole decliner, while HDFC Bank was unchanged.
Heavyweights versus broader participation
The heavyweight group presented a mixed but generally supportive picture. State Bank of India rose 1.50% to 1,082.00, while ICICI Bank edged up 0.15% to 1,431.70 and Axis Bank added 0.02% to 1,230.00. HDFC Bank ended unchanged at 729.00. Kotak Mahindra Bank declined 0.61% to 390.50.
The supplied active-stock list included HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Axis Bank. Their end-of-day moves show that broader participation from several other banking names accompanied the index’s positive finish.
Key Nifty Bank stocks
| Stock | Move | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab National Bank | +4.34% to 118.98 | Top percentage gainer among displayed stocks. |
| Union Bank of India | +2.47% to 187.00 | One of the strongest advancing banking names. |
| Bank of Baroda | +1.95% to 251.00 | Added to the broad positive breadth. |
| State Bank of India | +1.50% to 1,082.00 | A heavyweight that closed higher. |
| Kotak Mahindra Bank | -0.61% to 390.50 | The only displayed decliner. |
Biggest positive movers
Punjab National Bank gained 4.34% to 118.98 after trading between 113.72 and 119.50. Union Bank of India rose 2.47% to 187.00, with a day high of 187.60. Bank of Baroda added 1.95% to 251.00. AU Small Finance Bank advanced 1.91% to 1,091.40 and closed at its day high. IDFC First Bank climbed 1.82% to 85.80, also ending at its day high.
Biggest negative movers
Kotak Mahindra Bank was the sole displayed loser, falling 0.61% to 390.50 from 392.90. The stock traded between 387.50 and 394.25 during the session. Its decline contrasted with the wider positive breadth across Nifty Bank stocks.
Stocks to watch next session
Punjab National Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, AU Small Finance Bank, State Bank of India and Kotak Mahindra Bank merit attention in the next session because each recorded a distinct closing move. Investors can also track AU Small Finance Bank and IDFC First Bank after both ended at their respective day highs. These are watchlist observations, not buy or sell recommendations.
The constructive case
The constructive evidence is clear in the closing data: Nifty Bank gained 0.77%, finished at its day high and saw 12 advancing displayed stocks against one decliner. Multiple banking names gained more than 1%, including Punjab National Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, AU Small Finance Bank, IDFC First Bank and State Bank of India. This combination of an index advance and broad participation characterised the session’s positive tone.
The cautious case
The index began below its previous close and visited 57,254.00 before recovering, showing that the day included an early weaker phase. Heavyweight performance was not uniform: HDFC Bank was unchanged, ICICI Bank and Axis Bank recorded modest gains, and Kotak Mahindra Bank declined. For the next session, the durability of broad-based participation and the closing behaviour of major banking names remain relevant observations.
Univest Insights
The key feature of this closing bell update is the combination of leadership and breadth. Nifty Bank was the strongest gaining configured sector index, and most displayed banking stocks participated in the advance.
The close at 57,885.85 matched the day high, while the index’s low of 57,254.00 shows the scale of its intraday recovery. The 439.60-point increase from the previous close provides the day’s clearest benchmark.
Public-sector banking names featured prominently among the largest percentage gainers, while State Bank of India also moved higher. At the same time, mixed heavyweight moves suggest that stock-specific closing performance remained relevant within the overall index strength.
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Published on 12 August 2026 at 4:15 PM IST
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Frequently asked questions
What was Nifty Bank today?
Nifty Bank closed at 57,885.85 on 12 August 2026, up 439.60 points or 0.77%.
What was the Nifty Bank day high?
The day high was 57,885.85, which was also the closing level.
What was the Nifty Bank day low?
The index recorded a day low of 57,254.00.
How was Nifty Bank breadth today?
Among 14 displayed stocks, 12 advanced, one declined and one was unchanged.
Which stock gained the most in Nifty Bank?
Punjab National Bank was the top displayed gainer, rising 4.34% to 118.98.
Which stock declined in Nifty Bank?
Kotak Mahindra Bank declined 0.61% to 390.50.
Disclaimer
Investments in securities markets are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing. This sector-index update is for informational and educational purposes only and is not personalized investment advice or a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security.
