Top Traded by Volume Today 13-Mar-2026: Most Active Stocks

Introduction

Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Friday, with the Nifty 50 plummeting 465.50 points (-1.97%) to close at 23,173.65, while the Sensex fell 1,398.61 points (-1.84%) to 74,635.81. The market breadth was overwhelmingly negative, with only 807 shares advancing against 3,101 declines, indicating widespread selling pressure. All sectoral indices ended in the red, with metal, auto, and banking stocks leading the losses in a session marked by intense bearish sentiment.

Large Cap Top Traded by Volume

Eternal Ltd (-2.15%)

Eternal Ltd saw significant trading volume as its stock price declined in line with the broad market crash. The absence of specific company news suggests the high volume was driven by investors liquidating positions amid the widespread negative sentiment that engulfed the benchmark indices.

Adani Power Ltd (-1.07%)

Adani Power was actively traded but closed lower, succumbing to the market-wide sell-off. This move follows a recent surge in power stocks, and the day's high volume likely reflects a mix of profit-taking and fresh selling pressure as investors turned risk-averse.

Tata Steel Ltd (-5.30%)

The stock plunged on heavy volume, driven by a severe downturn in the metal sector. The Nifty Metal index was the top sectoral loser, falling over 4.7%, which triggered a sharp sell-off in heavyweight constituents like Tata Steel.

HDFC Bank Ltd (-1.85%)

HDFC Bank was among the most traded stocks as it fell amidst a sharp correction in the banking sector. The Nifty Bank index crashed nearly 2%, leading to significant selling pressure on the index heavyweight, which contributed to the broader market's decline.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (-2.13%)

Following the sector trend, Kotak Mahindra Bank declined on high trading volume. The stock was dragged down by intense selling across the banking space, as reflected in the poor performance of the Nifty Bank and Nifty Private Bank indices.

Mid Cap Top Traded by Volume

Vodafone Idea Ltd (-1.88%)

Vodafone Idea was the most traded stock of the day, witnessing massive volumes amid conflicting news flow. A positive 'buy on dip' recommendation from HDFC Securities attracted speculative interest, while the company's ongoing financial challenges and the weak market sentiment fueled selling pressure, resulting in a marginal decline.

NTPC Green Energy Ltd (+1.42%)

The stock rallied against the market trend on exceptional volume, continuing its momentum from the previous session. The surge is attributed to a sector-wide rally in power stocks driven by expectations of higher demand due to an early summer and favorable industry dynamics, signaling strong investor confidence.

Yes Bank Ltd (-2.74%)

Yes Bank saw high trading volumes as its shares fell, mirroring the weakness in the broader banking sector. The stock, a constituent of the Nifty Bank index which fell nearly 2%, came under significant selling pressure as investor sentiment towards financial stocks turned negative.

Suzlon Energy Ltd (-1.81%)

Despite positive sentiment in the broader renewable energy space, Suzlon Energy declined on high volume. The stock could not withstand the intense selling pressure of the broader market, which dragged down most mid-cap and small-cap names.

IDFC First Bank Ltd (-3.44%)

The stock fell sharply on high trading volumes, becoming one of the top losers in the private banking space. The decline was a direct result of a sector-wide sell-off, with the Nifty Private Bank index falling over 2% and triggering widespread liquidations in banking counters.

Small Cap Top Traded by Volume

IFCI Ltd (+5.48%)

IFCI surged with massive trading volumes, defying the market's steep fall. The rally was triggered by positive news that the National Stock Exchange (NSE) appointed 20 merchant bankers for its long-awaited IPO, boosting sentiment as IFCI holds an indirect stake in the exchange.

SEPC Ltd (-15.30%)

SEPC Ltd crashed to its 52-week low on extremely high volume. The sharp fall appears to be driven by continued selling pressure following a recent promoter stake sale, which was further intensified by the overall market collapse, leading to a panic-driven sell-off.

HFCL Ltd (-3.18%)

HFCL witnessed high trading activity as its stock price fell in tandem with the broader market. The sell-off in the small-cap space led to a decline in the counter, with increased volumes indicating a rush to exit positions amid market uncertainty.

Reliance Power Ltd (-5.66%)

Reliance Power was actively traded as it fell sharply, caught in the market-wide carnage. Despite some positive sentiment in the power sector, the stock succumbed to the intense selling pressure that impacted the broader small-cap segment.

Zydus Wellness Ltd (+8.48%)

Zydus Wellness rallied significantly against the market trend on strong volumes. The stock likely attracted investor interest as a defensive bet from the FMCG sector amid the market turmoil. This outperformance suggests a flight to safety towards consumer-focused companies.

Market Overview

The Indian stock market experienced a brutal trading session, with benchmark indices closing deep in the red. The Sensex plunged 1,398.61 points (-1.84%) to settle at 74,635.81, while the Nifty 50 tumbled 465.50 points (-1.97%) to 23,173.65. The sell-off was broad-based, with all sectoral indices closing with losses. The Nifty Metal (-4.7%) and Nifty Auto (-3.6%) indices were the worst performers, highlighting the severity of the bearish sentiment.

Market breadth was extremely weak, with the advance-decline ratio heavily skewed towards laggards; on the NSE, only 807 stocks advanced while 3,101 declined. The sharp correction in mid and small-cap indices further underscored the risk-off mood prevailing among investors. The widespread selling pressure suggests a significant shift in market sentiment, leading to one of the worst single-day falls in recent times.

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