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May 22, 2025 4:33 PM

Indian stock markets end lower due to weak global cues

Indian stock markets ended in the red on Thursday, weighed down by weak global cues, particularly from Asian markets, which dampened investor sentiment across sectors. The benchmark BSE Sensex dropped 644.64 points or 0.79 per cent to settle at 80,951.99. It fluctuated between an intraday low of 80,489.92 and a high of 81,323.24. The NSE Nifty also declined by 203.75 points or 0.82 per cent, ending the session at 24,609.70. “Technically, Nifty formed a red candle on the daily chart, indicati...

May 18, 2025 11:01 AM

Outlook for Nifty remains bullish, adopt buy-on-dips strategy: analysts

Indian equity benchmarks took a breather from their recent rally last week, with the Nifty ending just above the psychological 25,000 mark. Despite this pause, momentum indicators suggest a bullish setup going into the coming week, according to market analysts. While the headline indices showed signs of mild pressure, broader markets outperformed. The BSE Midcap index rose by 0.8 per cent, while the Smallcap index gained 1 per cent, reflecting continued buying interest beyond the large-cap ...

May 16, 2025 9:53 PM

Sensex, Nifty end lower as investors book profits

Indian stock markets ended lower on Friday as investors booked profits following recent gains. Both benchmark indices — the Sensex and the Nifty — closed in the red during the final trading session of the week. The Sensex declined by 200.15 points, or 0.24 per cent, to settle at 82,330.59. During the session, it moved between a high of 82,514.81 and a low of 82,146.95. Similarly, the Nifty slipped by 42.30 points, or 0.17 per cent, to close at 25,019.80. The index remained in consolidatio...

May 15, 2025 4:15 PM

Sensex jumps 1,200 points, Nifty closes above 25,000 on trade optimism

Domestic stock markets closed sharply higher on Thursday after US President Donald Trump claimed that India has agreed to reduce tariffs to zero on a range of American goods as part of a bilateral trade deal. The announcement lifted investor sentiment significantly. The Sensex surged by 1,200.18 points, or 1.48 per cent, to end the day at 82,530.74. During the session, the index touched an intra-day high of 82,718.14. The Nifty index also posted strong gains, closing above the 25,000 mark for ...

May 14, 2025 6:16 PM

Indian stock markets close higher; defence sector maintains momentum

Indian equity markets ended Wednesday’s session on a positive note, driven by gains in metal, real estate, and technology stocks. Among the standout performers was the domestic defence sector, which continued its upward trajectory for the third consecutive session. The sector attracted steady buying interest, reflecting sustained investor confidence. Despite intra-day volatility, overall market sentiment remained optimistic, helping benchmark indices close in the green. At the close, the BS...

May 13, 2025 8:26 PM

Markets decline over 1% on profit booking after record rally

The Indian stock markets declined on Tuesday as investors opted to book profits following a sharp rally in the previous session. Concerns over the progress of US-China trade talks also contributed to the cautious sentiment, pulling down the benchmark indices after their best performance in over four years. The BSE Sensex closed 1,281.68 points, or 1.5 per cent, lower at 81,148.22. The NSE Nifty also slipped, ending the day at 24,578.35, down 346.35 points or 1.39 per cent. The correction came a...

May 9, 2025 10:56 AM

Nifty, Sensex open lower amid rising India-Pakistan tensions

Indian benchmark indices opened lower on Friday in line with expectations, as geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan escalated. At 9:23 am, the Sensex was down 529 points or 0.66% at 79,805, while the Nifty declined 207 points or 0.85% to 24,066. Weakness was also observed in the broader markets. The Nifty Midcap 100 index dropped 509 points or 0.96% to 52,719, and the Nifty Smallcap 100 index fell 232 points or 1.44% to 15,951. "After a negative opening, Nifty can find support at 2...

May 6, 2025 3:59 PM

Sensex, Nifty end lower amid escalating geopolitical tensions

Indian stock markets ended in the red on Tuesday as rising geopolitical tensions dampened investor sentiment, triggering broad-based selling across sectors. The Sensex slipped by 155.77 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 80,641.07, while the Nifty declined more sharply by 81.55 points, or 0.33 per cent, closing at 24,379.60. Several major stocks dragged the indices lower. Eternal (formerly Zomato), State Bank of India (SBI), Tata Motors, and NTPC were among the top losers on the Sensex, fa...

May 6, 2025 10:29 AM

Sensex, Nifty open flat amid mixed global cues

Indian equity indices opened on a flat note on Tuesday amid mixed global cues and ongoing geopolitical tensions. At 9:18 am, the Sensex was down 11 points at 80,785, while the Nifty declined 8 points to trade at 24,452. Selling pressure was witnessed in the broader markets. The Nifty Midcap 100 index dropped 126 points or 0.23 per cent to 54,548, while the Nifty Smallcap 100 index fell 61 points or 0.37 per cent to 16,547. From a technical standpoint, the Nifty 50 continues to trade within a ...

May 5, 2025 4:15 PM

Indian stocks extend rally; Sensex gains nearly 300 points

Indian stock indices continued their upward momentum from the previous week, opening the new trading week on a positive note. The Sensex closed at 80,796.84, rising 294.85 points or 0.37 per cent, while the Nifty ended the day at 24,461.15, up 114.45 points or 0.47 per cent. Most sectoral indices were in the green, with Nifty Auto and Oil & Gas leading the gains on Monday. As the week progresses, market participants are expected to closely track the flow of foreign portfolio investments (F...