The Indian stock market closed the trading today on a positive note today i.e. September 17, 2025, as benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty 50 rose for the second day in a row. The BSE Sensex closed at 82,693.71, up 313.02 points (0.38%) and the NSE Nifty 50 closed at 25,330.25, gaining 91.15 points (0.36%). The gains today were driven by positive news regarding India-US trade talks and optimism about the US Federal Reserve monetary policy meeting in which a rate cut is expected.
Sectoral Performance and Key Movers
Sector-wise, there were gains in IT, auto, and oil & gas shares, with gains of 0.5% to 1.6%. The Nifty PSU Bank index also topped the chart by going up 1.6% with banking shares like SBI and Kotak Mahindra Bank leading the rally. Auto blue chips Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors also boosted the positive mood with gains of around 1%. On the losing side, shares of FMCG stocks and consumer durables experienced some selling pressure, with Titan and ITC stocks falling by as much as 0.8%.
Among individual stocks, Bharat Electronics (BEL) appreciated approximately 2.5%, driven by recent order wins, and Trent gained 1.5%. Other significant gainers were DCM Shriram, which closed higher by 12.6%. Dreamfolks, Dhani Services, and KIOCL, on the other hand, traded with losses.
Market Sentiment and Global Hints
The sentiment among investors was boosted by news that India and the US stepping up efforts towards a trade deal soon, reviving hopes of trade tensions easing that had dragged export-oriented sectors. Attention was also focused on the US Federal Reserve meeting, in which a 25 basis point cut in interest rates is expected, the first since December 2024.
Other market indices also followed with BSE MidCap index closing almost flat and SmallCap index rising moderately by 0.55%.
Market Outlook Going Forward
The green finish to the market after days of flat movements reflects cautious optimism as investors look for more clarity on the US-India trade negotiations and other global economic signals. Analysts feel that the easing of tariff tensions, enhanced bilateral understanding, and dovish global monetary policies could kick-start new momentum into India’s growth path and market valuations over the near term.
