The Indian stock markets closed on a good note on August 13, 2025, driven by declining inflation figures and good global cues. BSE Sensex gained 304.32 points (0.38%) to close at 80,539.91, while Nifty 50 advanced 131.95 points (0.54%) to close at 24,619.35. Market breadth remained positive with 2,099 stocks advancing and 1,806 stocks falling on the NSE.
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Sectoral indices showed across-the-board strength, with all prominent sectors closing in the positive. Nifty Healthcare was the leading gainer, up 2.13%, followed by Pharma (+1.73%), Metals (+1.26%), and Auto (+1.12%). FMCG, PSU Banks, and Oil & Gas, on the other hand, declined marginally by less than 0.15%. Midcap and smallcap indices also rallied, with the Nifty Midcap 100 being up 0.63% and the Smallcap 100 being up 0.66%. On the BSE, concentrated midcap and large-midcap indices rose 0.71% and 0.53%, respectively.
GIFT Nifty signals green gap up tomorrow
In the GIFT City market, GIFT Nifty futures traded moderately higher by 0.37% signalling a positive opening of the Indian markets on August 14, 2025.
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US Markets green effect?
US markets trade higher by 0.71% as of now, which has a positive impact in India. Dow Jones Industrial Average gains, and the Nasdaq Composite trades flat. These gains are led by hopes that the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates in September, supported by consistent inflation numbers and weakening labor market.
Stronger INR, lower inflation
The Indian Rupee gained marginally against the US Dollar on August 13 at around 87.49 INR/USD, up by 21 paise from the day before, supported by consistent foreign inflows and firm crude oil prices.
Locally, retail inflation in July fell to 1.55%, the lowest level since June 2017, considerably easing investors’ fears and underpinning rally in equities. The steep fall in inflation indicated by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data boosted hopes for further interest rate reduction by the Reserve Bank of India.
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Q1 numbers keep the rally up
Q1 2025 Indian company performances show a robust earnings season supporting the market rally. The general IPO market is active with a lot of capital raised in the first quarter and ongoing investor interest across sectors such as healthcare, technology, and industrials.
In conclusion, positive global market signals, softening domestic inflation, and robust corporate profits create an upbeat tone for the Indian stock markets for August 14, 2025. Sectorally broad-based gains, upbeat mid and smallcap action, and a strong GIFT Nifty futures indicate an upbeat expectation for investors to track in the near future. Global rate decisions and macroeconomic news, however, will continue to be closely monitored as critical factors shaping market direction.
