Shares of Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) pared early losses after the exchange issued a notice confirming trading resumption from its disaster recovery site. Despite a 1% intraday dip, investor sentiment stabilized as operations resumed following a multi-hour halt caused by a technical glitch.
On October 28, 2025, MCX shares traded 1% lower after a volatile morning session triggered by a technical glitch that disrupted trading for several hours. The Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) issued a notice confirming that operations would resume from its Disaster Recovery (DR) site, helping stabilize market sentiment.
Trading, which typically begins at 9:00 AM, was delayed multiple times—first to 9:30 AM, then 10:00 AM, and finally resumed around 10:30 AM, according to updates from the exchange. This marks the third major disruption in 2025, raising concerns over operational resilience.
Major Takeaways:
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Trading Halt: Caused by a technical glitch; resumed from DR site at 10:30 AM
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Share Movement: MCX stock recovered from deeper losses; last down 1% on NSE
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Investor Impact: Volatility triggered by uncertainty; sentiment improved post-resumption
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Historical Context: Similar glitches occurred in July 2025, prompting regulatory scrutiny
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Operational Outlook: MCX yet to disclose root cause; further updates awaited
While the exchange has resumed operations, analysts expect increased oversight and infrastructure upgrades to prevent future disruptions.
Sources: CNBC TV18, Economic Times, NDTV Profit, Business Standard