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Metals and pharma outperform while broader indices soften despite large-cap strength
Metals and pharma gained, but mid- and small-caps fell nearly 1% as broader markets faced profit-taking despite strong large-caps.
Sectoral action on December 11 showed metals and pharma outperforming, while IT, financials and realty traded weak. Despite headline indices closing higher, broader markets saw pressure as mid- and small-cap indices slipped nearly 1%, indicating continued profit-taking after recent rallies. Investors maintained selective positioning while monitoring global cues and upcoming policy events that could influence near-term market risk appetite.