NSE: NAUKRI · 6 October 2026
- Info Edge (India) Ltd (NAUKRI) shares moved 3.27% higher on Tuesday, trading near the upper end of the day's range between ₹1,200.60 and ₹1,241.00.
- Info Edge released the Naukri Jobspeak Index Report for September 2026, representing the state of the Indian job market and hiring activities. The index captures hiring data across multiple dimensions including industries, cities, and functional areas based on new job listings and recruiter searches.
- Trading volume was 1.15 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Info Edge (I) share price rising on 6 October 2026?
Info Edge (India) Ltd (NAUKRI) shares moved 3.27% higher on Tuesday, trading near the upper end of the day's range between ₹1,200.60 and ₹1,241.00.
The broader internet sector demonstrated strong momentum, with the Nifty India Internet benchmark gaining 4.39%, while the benchmark Nifty rose 0.98%. Although Info Edge's participation aligns with the broader sectoral tailwind, the stock's 3.27% gain reflects a partial recovery following a 20-day return of -4.72% and a flat 5-day return of -0.32%.
On the corporate front, the company recently issued an update regarding the Naukri Jobspeak Index Report for September 2026 on October 1, providing a monthly barometer of hiring trends and recruiter activity across major Indian industries and experience bands. While this ongoing business data publication offers background context on market activity, no single direct catalyst was officially announced to explain today's specific share price movement.
16.01 lakh shares traded by 6 October 2026 · 03:15 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 13.98 lakh shares (1.15 times). The five-day average daily volume was 14.15 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 5 October 2026 showed 10.87 lakh shares delivered, representing 53.75% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 84,762 trades.
The upward price movement appears consistent with broader internet sector strength, where the thematic benchmark rose 4.39%, alongside mild buying support following a 20-day return decline of -4.72%. No specific same-day catalyst was disclosed to directly drive today's change.
Latest Company Developments
Info Edge released the Naukri Jobspeak Index Report for September 2026, representing the state of the Indian job market and hiring activities. The index captures hiring data across multiple dimensions including industries, cities, and functional areas based on new job listings and recruiter searches.
It serves as a key indicator of recruitment demand across India, offering insights into the core operating environment of the company's primary classifieds business.
The board approved the appointment of Mr. Naresh Chand Gupta as an Additional Director designated as Non-Executive Independent Director for a five-year term starting October 1, 2026. Additionally, Mr. Himanshu Agarwal assumed office as Chief Financial Officer and Whole-time Director effective September 17, 2026, while interim CFO Mr. Ambarish Raghuvanshi concluded his tenure.
Board and executive leadership changes provide governance continuity and shape the financial oversight of the company's expanding digital ecosystem.
a press release dated September 14, 2026, titled "Info Edge (India) Ltd.: Leadership Update Appointment of Mr. Naresh Chand Gupta as Additional Director (Independent Category) and Mr. Himanshu Agarwal as Whole-time Director and Chief Financial Officer".
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 19.21% on 30 June 2026. This compares with 15.58% on 31 March 2026, a change of +3.63 percentage points.
The filing reported 38 MF/UTI holders.
What to Watch Next
- Sustained delivery volume participation relative to the 53.75% delivery rate recorded on October 5.
- Execution of transition plans under newly appointed CFO Himanshu Agarwal.
- Performance trends in upcoming monthly Naukri Jobspeak Index releases.
- Broader sector sentiment across Indian internet and digital classifieds stocks.
Other Dated Coverage
- Why Info Edge Shares Moved 0.14% Today: NAUKRI Stock Analysis | 5 October 2026 — 5 October 2026
- Why Info Edge Shares Are Down 2.03% Today: Sector Weakness in Focus | 1 October 2026 — 1 October 2026
- Why Info Edge Shares Fell 2.05% Today: Sector Weakness in Focus | 30 September 2026 — 30 September 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Info Edge (I) company news?
Info Edge released the Naukri Jobspeak Index Report for September 2026, representing the state of the Indian job market and hiring activities. The index captures hiring data across multiple dimensions including industries, cities, and functional areas based on new job listings and recruiter searches.
How strong was Info Edge (I)’s trading volume?
16.01 lakh shares traded, 1.15 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 6 October 2026 · 03:15 PM IST.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 June 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.
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