Stock Market Highlights: Sensex ends 450 pts higher; Nifty at 26,047; Metal, realty lead rally
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, December 12, 2025: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap index advanced 1.18 per cent, and the Nifty SmallCap index 0.94 per cent
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Silver future prices in India crossed the historical ₹2 lakh-per-kg milestone on Friday
Stock market close highlights on Friday, December 12, 2025: Indian stock markets extended gains for a second straight session on Friday, lifted by a global rally and strong buying in metal stocks.
That apart, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with US President Donald Trump on Thursday, with the discussion centred on strengthening economic ties, as officials from both countries work toward concluding talks on a trade agreement.
At 3:30 PM, the BSE Sensex was at 85,267.66, higher by 449.53 points or 0.53 per cent, while the Nifty50 was at 26,046.95, adding 148.40 points or 0.57 per cent. Tata Steel, Eternal, UltraTech Cement, L&T, Maruti Suzuki, Bharti Airtel, Adani Ports, Axis Bank and Bajaj Finance were top Nifty gainers today. On the downside, HUL, Sunpharma, Asian Paints, ITC, Power Grid and HCL Tech slipped on profit booking.
In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap index advanced 1.18 per cent, and the Nifty SmallCap index 0.94 per cent.
Among sectors, the Nifty Metal index was the top-performing index, rising 2.63 per cent. This was followed by gains in Nifty Realty (1.53 per cent), Nifty Consumer Durables (1.46 per cent) and Nifty Oil and Gas (1.11 per cent). The Nifty FMCG and Media ended in the red.
Silver prices breach ₹2-lakh milestone
Silver future prices in India crossed the historical ₹2 lakh-per-kg milestone on Friday, extending the rally that has seen the metal soar nearly 130 per cent this year. READ MORE
3:49 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Technical View
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Technical View
View by: Rupak De, senior technical analyst at LKP Securities
The Nifty has moved back above 26,000 after a brief period of weakness. On Friday, the index closed higher, reclaiming the 21EMA. On the 4-hour chart, the RSI is in a bullish crossover, indicating improving momentum. In the near term, the trend is likely to remain constructive as long as the index holds above 25,900, which is expected to serve as a key support level. On the higher side, the index may move towards 26,300 in the short term.
View by: Rupak De, senior technical analyst at LKP Securities
3:44 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Fundamental view
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Fundamental view
Global risk appetite improved after the US Fed rate cut, boosting liquidity optimism and lifting domestic equities despite the rupee hitting record lows and continued FII outflows. Auto, Metals, Consumer Durables, and Realty led gains, while FMCG and PSU Banks underperformed. Broader indices are showing buying interest, bouncing back post recent consolidation. India’s November CPI, due today, is expected to stay within RBI’s comfort zone, reinforcing policy stability expectations. Near-term focus: rupee levels, FII flows, and trade talks, with global cues from BoJ (likely to hike), ECB, and BoE policy signals.
View by: Vinod Nair, head of research, Geojit Investments
Global risk appetite improved after the US Fed rate cut, boosting liquidity optimism and lifting domestic equities despite the rupee hitting record lows and continued FII outflows. Auto, Metals, Consumer Durables, and Realty led gains, while FMCG and PSU Banks underperformed. Broader indices are showing buying interest, bouncing back post recent consolidation. India’s November CPI, due today, is expected to stay within RBI’s comfort zone, reinforcing policy stability expectations. Near-term focus: rupee levels, FII flows, and trade talks, with global cues from BoJ (likely to hike), ECB, and BoE policy signals.
View by: Vinod Nair, head of research, Geojit Investments
3:35 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sector Check
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sector Check
-- Nifty Metal was the top gainer, up 2.63 per cent, followed by Realty (1.53 per cent)
-- Nifty Metal was the top gainer, up 2.63 per cent, followed by Realty (1.53 per cent)
3:34 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Broader markets end with strong gains
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Broader markets end with strong gains
-- Nifty MidCap 100 index ended 1.18 per cent higher
-- Nifty SmallCap 100 index ended 0.94 per cent higher
-- Nifty MidCap 100 index ended 1.18 per cent higher
-- Nifty SmallCap 100 index ended 0.94 per cent higher
3:33 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Index heatmap
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Index heatmap
-- Tata Steel, Eternal and UltraTech Cement were the top gainers on 30-share BSE Sensex
-- HUL, Sun Pharma and Asian Paints were the top drags
-- Tata Steel, Eternal and UltraTech Cement were the top gainers on 30-share BSE Sensex
-- HUL, Sun Pharma and Asian Paints were the top drags
3:32 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex ends higher
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex ends higher
-- Sensex ends at 85,267.66, up 449.53 points or 0.53 per cent
-- Sensex ends at 85,267.66, up 449.53 points or 0.53 per cent
3:32 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty ends higher
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty ends higher
-- Nifty ends at 26,046.95, up 148.40 points or 0.57 per cent
-- Nifty ends at 26,046.95, up 148.40 points or 0.57 per cent
3:23 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: BHEL soars 4%, nears 52-week high
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Shares of Bharat Heavy Electricals (BHEL) moved higher by 4 per cent to ₹287.50 on the BSE in Friday’s intra-day trade on the back of a healthy business outlook. READ MORE
3:10 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Silver prices breach ₹2 lakh milestone
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Silver prices in India crossed the historical ₹2 lakh-per-kg milestone on Friday, extending the rally that has seen the metal soar nearly 130 per cent this year. READ MORE
2:58 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: JSW Energy arm signs agreement to supply 400 MW to Karnataka discoms
Stock Market LIVE Updates: JSW Energy on Friday said its arm JSW Energy (Utkal) Ltd has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with multiple Karnataka discoms for supply of 400 MW of power, starting April 1, 2026. The electricity will be supplied for a tenure of 25 years at a tariff of Rs 5.78 per kWh, a JSW Energy statement said. READ MORE
2:52 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Corona Remedies IPO to list on Dec 15; here's what GMP hints for D-St debut
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Corona Remedies, a pharmaceutical company, is set to make its market debut on Monday, December 15, 2025, and early indicators from the grey market point to a bumper listing. The company raised ₹655.7 crore through its initial public offering (IPO), which comprised an offer for sale (OFS) of 6.2 million equity shares. There is no fresh issue component. READ MORE
2:41 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: CCI examining whether IndiGo violated competition norms, says official
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Fair trade watchdog CCI is examining whether the country's largest airline, IndiGo, violated competition norms, Reuters reported, amid the carrier facing regulatory scrutiny over significant flight disruptions. READ MORE
2:30 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Auto industry logs best Nov sales; PV dispatches surge 19%: SIAM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: India’s automobile industry recorded its best November sales as most categories grew on the back of festival demand and goods and services tax (GST) reforms, according to data released by an industry group.
Passenger vehicle (PV) sales increased almost 19 per cent to 4,12,405 units from the previous year, marking the segment’s highest number for November. Three-wheeler sales grew 21.3 per cent to 71,999 units and two-wheeler sales surged 21.2 per cent to 19,44,475 units, both a record for the month, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). READ MORE
2:25 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Crude oil outlook: WTI seen at $55-60 as Asian demand offsets rising supply
Stock Market LIVE Updates: The global crude oil market is entering 2026 facing a complex interplay of rising non-OPEC+ supply, shifting demand dynamics in Asia, and the disruptive growth of electric vehicles (EVs). Forecasts from major energy bodies suggest a trend toward inventory builds and moderated prices, contingent on geopolitical stability and production policies. Oil prices have roughly lost 17 per cent of their value Y-T-D. READ MORE
2:20 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: RE adoption rises in textile sector, but challenges persist: Report
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Renewable energy adoption has gained momentum in the Indian textile industry, but intensity-related challenges still persist, stated an ICRA ESG Ratings Report.
A new report by ICRA ESG Ratings Ltd shows a steady increase in renewable energy adoption among Indian textile companies, even as energy use per unit of revenue, has also increased, an ICRA statement said.
The findings are based on a review of 19 major textile firms, including Page Industries Ltd, Welspun Living Ltd, Arvind Ltd, and KPR Mill Ltd, from FY2023 to FY2025.
The study is part of the broader analysis presented in 'Sustainability Unstitched: Indian textile industry's green gauge.' READ MORE
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First Published: Dec 12 2025 | 8:04 AM IST