In the Nifty200 pack, 7 stocks’ closing prices crossed below their 200-day moving averages (DMA) on October 1, according to technical scan data from StockEdge. Trading below the 200 DMA is generally considered a negative signal, as it suggests that a stock’s price is below its long-term trend. The 200 DMA is a widely used technical indicator that helps traders assess the overall trend of a stock.