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PERSISTENT • NSE • F&O Stock
PERSISTENT SYSTEMS LTD traded at ₹5,162.00, -3.12% versus the previous close of ₹5,328.50. Latest market data: 29 Sep 2026 • 03:15 PM IST.
- The stock is -3.12% at ₹5,162.00.
- Likely reason: Sectoral pressure and tech weakness
- Approximate traded value is ₹149.66 crore.
- It is -21.78% from its 52-week high and +21.62% from its 52-week low.
- The stock is being compared with Nifty IT alongside the Nifty 50.
PERSISTENT SYSTEMS LTD Share Price Today – Market Snapshot
Why Is PERSISTENT SYSTEMS LTD Share Price Falling Today?
Persistent Systems Ltd shares declined 3.12% today, settling at ₹5,162.00 after moving within a session range of ₹5,162.00 to ₹5,333.50. Trading volume came in at roughly 2.90 lakh shares, running somewhat subdued compared to its 5-day and 20-day averages at volume ratios of 0.83 and 0.73 respectively.
The broader market witnessed mild negative pressure as the Nifty slipped 0.28%, but IT stocks faced much sharper headwinds. The benchmark Nifty IT index dropped 1.48%, reflecting broader weakness across the technology sector that weighed on Persistent Systems alongside its peers.
Company developments indicate active corporate and investor engagement, highlighted by recent analyst meetings and ongoing updates regarding the voluntary public takeover offer for Nagarro SE. While these operational milestones provide context for medium-term growth strategy, today's pullback appears primarily driven by broader sectoral weakness in the Indian IT space rather than a single new catalyst.
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- Nifty IT index dropped 1.48% during the session
- Persistent Systems shares fell 3.12% alongside broader tech sector declines
- Volume remained below recent 5-day and 20-day averages
Performance Context
Cash-Market Activity
| Today’s Volume | 289,932 |
|---|---|
| 5-Day Avg. Volume | 347,506 |
| 20-Day Avg. Volume | 399,730 |
| Volume vs 20-Day Avg. | 0.73x |
| Delivery Quantity | 138,178 |
| Delivery % | 46.99% |
| Number of Trades | 24,084 |
Derivative-Market Activity
| Near-Month Futures | ₹5,327.50 |
|---|---|
| Cash Reference | ₹5,328.40 |
| Premium / Discount | ₹-0.90 (-0.02%) |
| Change in Premium | ₹-2.36 |
| Futures Volume | 6,932 |
| Volume vs Previous Session | 0.71x |
| Open Interest | 731,000 |
| OI vs Previous Session | 0.55x |
Recent Brokerage Views
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WittyTrades Data Insight
Price Position: The stock is near the lower end of the day’s trading range.
Move From Open: -3.22%.
Intraday Range: 3.22% of the previous close.
5-Day Performance: -3.80%; 20-Day Performance: -11.00%.
Latest Company Developments
Relative Performance
| PERSISTENT SYSTEMS LTD | -3.12% |
|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | -0.28% |
| Nifty IT | -1.48% |
| Vs Nifty 50 | -2.84% |
| Vs Sector | -1.64% |
Technical Context
| Price | ₹5,162.00 |
|---|---|
| Day High / Low | ₹5,333.50 / ₹5,162.00 |
| 52-Week High | ₹6,599.00 |
| 52-Week Low | ₹4,244.50 |
| 5-Day Return | -3.80% |
| 20-Day Return | -11.00% |
What Should Traders and Investors Watch Next?
- Progress and final acceptance updates on the voluntary public takeover offer for Nagarro SE
- Upcoming Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled for October 5, 2026
- Performance trends in the Nifty IT index and sector-wide demand outlook
- Derivative positioning and open interest unwinding patterns near expiry
Catalyst note: Today's decline lacks a single confirmed stock-specific adverse trigger and aligns with broader IT sector weakness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the likely reason for today’s move?
The stock's downward movement aligns closely with broader weakness across the Indian IT sector, where the Nifty IT index fell significantly. Subdued daily trading volumes suggest the move reflects general macroeconomic and sectoral sentiment rather than aggressive single-stock selling.
Is trading volume elevated?
Today’s volume is 289,932. The latest 20-day average available is 399,730, equivalent to about 0.73x of the recent average.
What does the derivatives market show?
The latest official NSE F&O report is summarised in the Derivative-Market Activity box above.
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