Market snapshot
Nifty 5023,140.50+0.34%
Sensex73,895.74+0.43%
Bank Nifty55,580.40+0.26%
Previous close · 25 Sept 2026 · Nifty has closed between 0% and +0.5% on 330 of the last 1,266 sessions.
In the previous session, the Indian stock market saw a modest rise with narrow breadth, as global cues influenced investor sentiment. Rising US-Iran tensions led to a firm dollar and higher oil prices, impacting the energy and banking sectors. On the corporate front, Dabur India's approved merger with Sesa Care and Adani Enterprises' acquisition of a stake in Monvarex Aluminium were notable developments. Meanwhile, Dr. Lal Path Labs completed its acquisition of Sunshine Healthcare in Ghana.
The big story
Dollar firms as US-Iran tensions lift oil, hawkish Fed bets build
Dollar strengthened as US-Iran tensions lifted oil prices.
News
J.P. Morgan has projected that $115 billion could flow into India's stock market as investors seek to hedge against the crowded AI trade.
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has proposed reforms aimed at making insurance buying more consumer-friendly and creating new business opportunities, according to Chairman Ajay Seth.
India's business activity rebounded in September, reaching a three-month high, as indicated by the latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data.
Amazon has committed $3 billion to scale its quick commerce arm in India, as reported by Yahoo Finance.
Fed tightening bets weigh on gold prices.
Stocks Updates
Dabur India: received an order sanctioning the Scheme of Amalgamation with Sesa Care Private Limited from the NCLT.
Adani Enterprises: acquired a 50% equity stake in Monvarex Aluminium Holding RSC Ltd. through its subsidiary Adani Global Limited.
Dr. Lal Path Labs: completed the acquisition of an 80% stake in Sunshine Healthcare Limited, Ghana.
Samvardhana Motherson International: issued commercial paper worth INR 300 crores, maturing on November 27, 2026.
Power Grid Corporation of India: approved raising funds up to Rs. 10,000 Crore through a Rupee Term Loan from State Bank of India.
Railtel Corporation Of India: received a ₹21.6 crore order from Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited for MPLS VPN connectivity and TPaaS services.
Sammaan Capital: made timely payment of interest on its Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures.
Sammaan Capital: made timely payment of interest on its Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures.
FII / DII activity
FIISold ₹3,693.93 Cr
DIIBought ₹2,838.17 Cr
FIIs sold ₹3,693.93 Cr, DIIs bought ₹2,838.17 Cr. DIIs providing support against heavy FII selling.
Market breadth
Nifty 500
Advances249
Declines247
A/D ratio1.01
Limited participation across Nifty 500
Sector performance
12 NSE sector indices, previous close
Realty+0.92%
Auto+0.89%
Fin Services+0.56%
FMCG+0.40%
Metal+0.35%
PSU Bank+0.28%
Bank+0.26%
Energy+0.21%
Infra+0.14%
Pharma-0.10%
IT-0.17%
Media-0.23%
Leaders: Realty, Auto · Laggards: Media, IT
Top gainers and losers
Gainers
KAYNES₹3,650.00+4.00%
MFSL₹1,458.00+3.40%
SUPREMEIND₹3,550.00+3.38%
MAHABANK₹84.88+3.03%
AXISBANK₹1,222.40+3.03%
Losers
FORTIS₹837.85-4.50%
PAYTM₹1,674.00-3.54%
POLICYBZR₹1,166.00-3.41%
MAXHEALTH₹1,014.00-3.06%
MCX₹3,324.90-3.00%
Commodities & forex
🪙 Gold (10g)₹1,50,700.00-0.12%
🥈 Silver (1kg)₹2,35,000.00+0.65%
USD/INR96.16+0.44%
Global cues
S&P 5007,743.41+0.51%
Nasdaq27,068.72+0.48%
S&P 500 futures7,803.75+0.47%
Nasdaq futures30,889.25+0.40%
A Wall Street strategist suggests that falling oil prices could trigger a 10% rally in the stock market, according to Yahoo Finance.
MarketWatch reports that despite a stable appearance, Wall Street's rally is showing underlying weaknesses.
Nasdaq provides historical quotes for Pinnacle Acquisition Corporation (PNAQ), highlighting its market performance.
Fortune highlights that the S&P 500 has significantly outperformed the housing market, making stocks an attractive investment alternative.
The Motley Fool discusses skepticism around SpaceX as a buy, despite Wall Street's positive outlook.
CNBC reports that institutional investors are regaining influence over the stock market, overtaking small investors.
CNBC notes that the dollar strengthened amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions and increasing hawkish Fed expectations.
Micron's growing significance to the S&P 500 is highlighted, with its earnings report becoming a major market event.
Technical levels
Nifty support23,053.40 / 22,966.30
Nifty resistance23,195.15 / 23,249.80
Bank Nifty support55,381.90
Bank Nifty resistance55,770.75
Nifty is in bearish trend. Trading below 200 DMA suggests caution. Short-term trend is soft.
Corporate actions
Upcoming dividends
Steel Authority of India
Dividend ₹2.35/sh · ex 30 Sep
Earnings calendar
Tata Consultancy Services Limited2026-10-08
HCL Technologies Limited2026-10-12
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited2026-10-13
CEAT Limited2026-10-14
Term of the day
Buyback tax
Buyback tax refers to the tax treatment that has applied when Indian companies repurchase their own shares.