Indian stock markets continued the positive uptrend, when the benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50, closed with fair gains in the wake of supportive global signals and continued India-US trade negotiations. Market sentiment continues to be driven by expectations of de-escalating trade tensions and positive monetary policies.
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Sensex and Nifty Closing Figures
The BSE Sensex closed higher by 323.83 points, or approximately 0.39%, at 81,425.15. The NSE Nifty 50 rose by 104.50 points, or 0.42%, and ended the day at around 24,973.10. This seems to be an extension of a positive trend from the the previous week, reflecting robust buying interest by investors, led by domestic institutional inflows and encouraging domestic corporate earnings.
Sectoral Performance and Top Movers
Between sectors, IT took the leadership with the Nifty IT index rising over 2.6%, led by the strong performances of biggie software players like HCL Technologies, TCS, Tech Mahindra, and Wipro. These equities witnessed good buying as hopes rose over share buybacks and new order wins.
The PSU banking space also saw strong gains, with the index increasing some 2.3%, led by shares of SBI, Axis Bank, and Bank of Baroda. Better asset quality and hopes of interest rate cuts boosted investor sentiments towards banking stocks.
On the other hand, the auto space witnessed some profit booking, with major stocks such as Maruti Suzuki and Mahindra & Mahindra witnessing marginal falls even though Maruti had reached its 52-week high in the previous session. Consumer durables and FMCG shares such as Hindustan Unilever and Asian Paints also cut through gains, indicating cautious investor attitude.
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Market Drivers Behind the Rally
The key driver of the market rally was fresh optimism over the India-US trade talks. US President Donald Trump’s statement to restart talks to fix trade barriers with India boosted the markets. Also, overseas cues that the US Federal Reserve is leaning toward relaxing interest rates this month supported emerging markets like India.
As per AMFI, August 2025 net equity inflow was ₹33,417 crore, which indicates consistent foreign trust in Indian equities. All eyes are on the upcoming Indian and US inflation numbers, which will shape the Reserve Bank of India’s policy in the near future.
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Outlook Hereon
Experts recommend that investors be positive as well as careful as the markets head towards the Nifty 50’s support levels figure of 25,000. Coming macroeconomic releases and geopolitical events will determine the direction in the near term. IT, banking, and consumer discretionary sectors are stock recommendations due to strong fundamentals.
In summary, the Indian market today reflected positive momentum and investor interest during a complicated but optimistic economic environment. Both domestic earnings expansion and positive global news are expected to support the market in the near term.
