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The Indian stock market closed sharply lower on June 1, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex both down 0.74%. Selling pressure from foreign investors and weak global cues impacted FMCG, financial, and auto stocks, while Nifty IT gained 2.62% amid broader market declines.

Vardhman Textiles share price jumped over 6%, followed by Pearl Global Industries, Raymond Lifestyle and Trident shares rallying over 5%. Gokaldas Exports, KPR Mill and Welspun Living shares gained over 4% each, while Alok Industries share price surged over 3%.

Stocks to buy under ₹ 200: Mehul Kothari recommends three shares to buy or sell — Central Bank of India, Shree Renuka Sugars, and Welspun Living

The Indian stock market ended February 25 with modest gains, as key indices recovered slightly. IT stocks rallied after previous losses, while metal and auto sectors supported the indices. The Nifty 50 rose 0.23%, and broader markets outperformed frontline indices.

The Indian stock market faced a significant sell-off due to concerns over artificial intelligence and geopolitical tensions. The Nifty 50 and Sensex fell over 1%, with technology stocks hit hardest, marking a steep decline in the Nifty IT index for February.

Textile stocks surged on February 23, with Kitex Garments up 10.4%, Welspun Living by 4.2%, and Trident by 7.5% after the US Supreme Court deemed Trump tariffs illegal. Dr. VK Vijayakumar predicts legal challenges ahead for a new 15% global tariff proposed by Trump.

Investors are differentiating within the textile sector, rewarding companies that are reshaping their business models and positioning early for tariff relief.

In a week alone, textile stocks have zoomed up to 40% amid trade deal optimism. Gokaldas Exports' stock has emerged as the biggest gainer, as it soared 42%. Welspun Living, KPR Mills, Vardhman and Trident have gained up to 19%, reflecting increased investor interest in the segment.