Stock Market Close: Indian equities fall for 4th day; Sensex slips 346 pts; Nifty at 25,942
Stock Market Close, December 29, 2025: In the broader markets, the Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 were trading 0.52 per cent and 0.72 per cent down, respectively
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Stock Market Close Highlights, December 29, 2025: Indian equities extended losses for the fourth straight session, weighed down by heavy selling in IT, realty, pharma and auto stocks.
At the close, the BSE Sensex settled at 84,695.54, down 345.91 points or 0.41 per cent, while the NSE Nifty50 ended at 25,942.10, lower by 100.20 points or 0.38 per cent.
Among Sensex constituents, PowerGrid, Adani Ports, Trent, HCLTech and BEL were the top laggards. On the positive side, Tata Steel, Asian Paints, HUL, Eternal, NTPC and Axis Bank were among the major gainers.
In the broader market, the Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 fell 0.52 per cent and 0.72 per cent, respectively.
Sectorally, Nifty IT, Realty and Auto indices were among the key losers, down 0.75 per cent, 0.67 per cent and 0.53 per cent, respectively. In contrast, Nifty Media, PSU Bank and FMCG indices ended in the green, up 0.93 per cent, 0.05 per cent and 0.11 per cent, respectively.
3:52 PM
Stock Market Levels: Key levels to watch on Sensex, Nifty
Stock Market LIVE Updates: The benchmark indices continued profit booking at higher levels. The Nifty ended 100 points lower, while the Sensex was down by 345 points.
Among sectors, the Media Index gained 0.75 percent, whereas the Consumer Index lost the most, shedding nearly 1 percent.
Technically, after a muted open, the market slipped below the 26,000/85,000 mark, and post-breakdown, intraday selling pressure increased.
A bearish candle on daily charts and a lower top formation on intraday charts indicate further weakness from the current levels.
We believe that 26,000/85,000 or the 20-day SMA will be the key resistance zone for day traders. As long as the market trades below this level, weak sentiment is likely to continue.
On the downside, it could slip to 25,850–25,800 / 84,400–84,200. On the flip side, above 26,000/85,000, the market could bounce back up to 26,100/85,300. Further upside may also continue, which could lift the index to 26,150/85,500
Views by: Shrikant Chouhan, Head – Equity Research, Kotak Securities
Among sectors, the Media Index gained 0.75 percent, whereas the Consumer Index lost the most, shedding nearly 1 percent.
Technically, after a muted open, the market slipped below the 26,000/85,000 mark, and post-breakdown, intraday selling pressure increased.
A bearish candle on daily charts and a lower top formation on intraday charts indicate further weakness from the current levels.
We believe that 26,000/85,000 or the 20-day SMA will be the key resistance zone for day traders. As long as the market trades below this level, weak sentiment is likely to continue.
On the downside, it could slip to 25,850–25,800 / 84,400–84,200. On the flip side, above 26,000/85,000, the market could bounce back up to 26,100/85,300. Further upside may also continue, which could lift the index to 26,150/85,500
Views by: Shrikant Chouhan, Head – Equity Research, Kotak Securities
3:49 PM
Stock Market Outlook: 'Consolidation to continue in near term'
Stock Market LVE Updates: The market appears short on catalysts for further upside, with investors largely in holiday mode, signalling a potential consolidation phase in the near term. While the outlook for 2026 remains constructive, attention is expected to shift toward upcoming Q3 earnings and clarity on the U.S. trade agreement. In an environment of global trade anxiety and a weakening rupee, investors are likely to favour large-cap stocks for their relative safety and stronger earnings visibility.
Views by: Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited
Views by: Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited
3:48 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Rupee ends lower
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Rupee ends at 89.98/$ against Friday’s close of 89.85/$
3:47 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Market breadth favoured sellers
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Market breadth favoured sellers today with over 2,100 stocks declining on the NSE. By comparison, over 1,000 stocks advanced on the NSE today.
Moreover, 130 stocks hits their 52-week lows on Monday, while 76 touched 52-week highs.
Moreover, 130 stocks hits their 52-week lows on Monday, while 76 touched 52-week highs.
3:45 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Most of the sectoral indices closed in the negativee zone today
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Most of the sectoral indices slipped in trade on Monday, led by the Nifty IT, Nifty Realty, Nifty Auto, and Nifty Pharma.
On the flipside, only the Nifty FMCG, and Media indices eked out decent gains.
On the flipside, only the Nifty FMCG, and Media indices eked out decent gains.
3:42 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: The broader markets nursed steeper losses than Sensex, Nifty today
Stock Market LIVE Updates: The Nifty MidCap index declined 0.52 per cent today, while the Nifty SmallCap index fell sharper by 0.72 per cent. Both the indices underperformed the benchmarks on Monday.
3:39 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: More than 20 Sensex stocks settle in the red
Stock Market LIVE Updates: BSE Sensex index extended is bear run for a fourth straight day. On Monday, 21 of the 30 Sensex stocks closed with losses, led by Adani Ports, HCL Tech, Trent, Power Grid, BEL, Bharti Airtel, TCS, RIL, M&M, Infosys, ICICI Bank, and Bajaj Finserv.
On the upside, Tata Steel, Asian Paints, HUL, Eternal, NTPC, Axis Bank, Ultratech Cement, HDFC Bank, and Tata Motors PV added gains.
On the upside, Tata Steel, Asian Paints, HUL, Eternal, NTPC, Axis Bank, Ultratech Cement, HDFC Bank, and Tata Motors PV added gains.
3:36 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty50 index gives up 25,950 by close
Stock Market LIVE Updates: The NSE Nifty index continued its losing streak on Monday, shutting shop at 25,942, down 100 points or 0.38 per cent.
3:33 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex ends lower by nearly 350 points
Stock Market LIVE Updates: The BSE Sensex index settled at 84,695.54 levels, down by 346 points or 0.41 per cent as Adani Ports, HCL Tech, Power Grid, Trent, and BEL weigh.
3:28 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: India's IPO fundraising up 12x, 373 issues raise ₹1.95 trillion in 2025
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Calendar year 2025 saw 373 IPOs, comprising 103 mainboard and 270 SME issues, together mobilising ₹1.95 trillion. According to data analysed by Pantomath, India emerged as one of the most active IPO markets globally in 2025, and it expects close to Rs 4 Lakh crore of capital formation via primary markets in 2026.
The breadth of issuance underscores how capital formation has expanded beyond a handful of large names to include mid-sized and emerging companies tapping markets at different stages of growth. READ MORE
3:22 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: How markets are closing 2025 and looking ahead to 2026: Ajay Menon
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Indian equity markets ended 2025 near record highs, with the Nifty gaining nearly 10% after a prolonged consolidation phase marked by global trade tensions, FII outflows and muted earnings growth. Resilient domestic fundamentals, RBI’s aggressive rate cuts and strong domestic investor participation helped stabilise markets and supported a year-end recovery.
The outlook for 2026 appears constructive, with steady market growth expected on the back of an earnings recovery, improving liquidity and a gradual revival in private sector investment. Large-cap valuations remain reasonable, while a selective, quality-driven approach is recommended in midcaps. The Union Budget 2026 is expected to be a key catalyst, particularly for consumption and investment-led sectors.
Key opportunities are likely to emerge in Financials, supported by healthy credit growth, improving return ratios and strong balance sheets. Consumption-oriented sectors such as automobiles and discretionary should benefit from improving demand, while Industrials and capital goods are well positioned on account of infrastructure spending and localisation initiatives. Healthcare offers defensive growth opportunity, and digital and e-commerce themes continue to provide long-term compounding potential. Overall, 2026 offers a favourable backdrop for disciplined investors focused on fundamentally strong businesses aligned with India’s long-term growth story.
View by: Ajay Menon, MD & CEO, Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
View by: Ajay Menon, MD & CEO, Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
3:14 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty Media up 1%
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Among the sectoral indices, Nifty Media gained over 1 per cent.
3:01 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: 3 PM Update
Stock Market LIVE Updates: At 3 PM, BSE Sensex was trading at 84,696.06, down 345.39 points or 0.41 per cent and NSE Nifty50 quoted 25,940.1, down 102.2 points or 0.39 per cent.
2:49 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Broader market indices trade in red
Stock Market LIVE Updates: BSE MidCap and SmallCap were down over 0.5 per cent each.
2:39 PM
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Ceigall India bags over ₹1,000 crore infra project in Madhya Pradesh
Stock Market LIVE Updates: Ceigall India on Monday said it has secured an infrastructure order worth over Rs 1,000 crore in Madhya Pradesh.
Its arm Ceigall Infra Projects Private Ltd has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation Ltd (MPRDC) for the construction of the IndoreUjjain Greenfield (Access Control) four-lane highway, the company said in a statement. READ MORE
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First Published: Dec 29 2025 | 7:45 AM IST