While the Indian benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, were trading in the green, showcasing a positive market sentiment, shares of BSE Ltd, formerly known as the Bombay Stock Exchange, experienced a sharp and significant downturn. The stock of Asia’s oldest exchange plunged by approximately 5.8% on Thursday, August 21, 2025, to trade at a low of ₹2,376. This sharp decline stands in stark contrast to the company’s otherwise stellar performance in recent quarters and its impressive long-term returns.