Highlights
Nifty Next 50 index includes prominent companies across pharmaceuticals, finance, and energy.
Entities in the index reflect growing business activity in sectors beyond large-cap dominance.
Stocks are listed on major Indian exchanges such as NSE and BSE, contributing to broader benchmarks.
Nifty Next 50 is an index that captures the performance of companies positioned just below the Nifty 50 on the National Stock Exchange. This index reflects businesses gaining increasing market presence across industries such as healthcare, consumer goods, infrastructure, and financial services. These stocks are traded actively on platforms including the NSE and BSE, with indexes such as Nifty 100, BSE 200, and sector-specific indices tracking their progress in the Indian capital market.
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Several pharmaceutical firms feature in the Nifty Next 50 index, representing the country’s strength in healthcare and drug manufacturing. Divi’s Laboratories Ltd (NSE:DIVISLAB, BSE:532488) operates in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients and nutraceuticals. Aurobindo Pharma Ltd (NSE:AUROPHARMA, BSE:524804) continues to manufacture generic formulations distributed across various regions. Biocon Ltd (NSE:BIOCON, BSE:532523) engages in biosimilar research and biopharmaceutical development. These companies form part of India’s expanding global pharmaceutical footprint.
Infrastructure and Engineering
The infrastructure sector continues to gain representation in the Nifty Next 50 through companies managing transportation, construction, and logistics. Container Corporation of India Ltd (NSE:CONCOR, BSE:531344) operates in rail-based freight and container logistics. Siemens Ltd (NSE:SIEMENS, BSE:500550) provides solutions for electrification, automation, and digitalization. Bharat Electronics Ltd (NSE:BEL, BSE:500049) is engaged in aerospace and defense electronics. These companies contribute to essential national infrastructure and development programs.
Consumer Products and Retail
Companies involved in personal care, lifestyle, and retail have gained increased traction through this index. Dabur India Ltd (NSE:DABUR, BSE:500096) manufactures healthcare, home care, and personal care products rooted in Ayurvedic formulations. Varun Beverages Ltd (NSE:VBL, BSE:540180) is involved in bottling and distribution of beverages under global brand licenses. Trent Ltd (NSE:TRENT, BSE:500251), operating fashion and lifestyle stores, has seen growing urban demand across various cities. These businesses cater to expanding consumer needs in urban and semi-urban markets.
Financial Services and Insurance
The financial landscape within the Nifty Next 50 is shaped by firms offering asset management, insurance, and general finance services. SBI Life Insurance Company Ltd (NSE:SBILIFE, BSE:540719) provides life insurance policies across multiple customer segments. ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Ltd (NSE:ICICIGI, BSE:540716) is involved in motor, health, and travel insurance. HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd (NSE:HDFCAMC, BSE:541729) deals in mutual fund schemes and portfolio advisory. These companies extend financial reach beyond traditional banking.
Energy, Resources, and Commodities
The index also features companies engaged in power generation, mining, and commodity-related activities. Adani Total Gas Ltd (NSE:ATGL, BSE:543176) distributes piped natural gas and compressed natural gas across multiple cities. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (NSE:HINDPETRO, BSE:500104) manages refining and marketing of petroleum products. NMDC Ltd (NSE:NMDC, BSE:526371) plays a role in mineral exploration and iron ore production. These firms are key contributors to India’s energy transition and resource management strategies.
The presence of diversified businesses across Nifty Next 50 signifies the evolving market structure where emerging firms are tracked closely as they approach large-cap status. These companies are essential to understanding sector-specific movements in India’s stock market environment.