Indian stock market today: Sensex closed at 85,641, Nifty at 26,175. Post-market analysis with FII/DII data, sector trends, and volatility outlook.
Market Summary
The first trading session of December began on a strong note, with benchmarks scaling fresh lifetime highs on optimism around India’s robust Q2 GDP growth of 8.2%. However, sentiment turned cautious as the rupee hit a record low and manufacturing PMI slipped to a nine-month low. By close, the Sensex fell 64.8 points to 85,641.90, while the Nifty 50 declined 27.2 points to 26,175.752. Sectoral performance was mixed—auto, metals, IT, and PSU banks gained, while realty and pharma dragged. Overall, the mood was neutral-to-cautious, with volatility driven by FII outflows and global cues.
🔹 Benchmark Index Moves
| Index | Closing Level | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 26,175.75 | -0.10% |
| Sensex | 85,641.90 | -0.08% |
| Bank Nifty | ~59,950 | -0.12% |
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🔹 Top Gainers & Losers (NSE – Dec 1, 2025)
- Top Gainers: JSW Steel, Adani Ports, UltraTech Cement4
- Top Losers: ITC, InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo), Max Healthcare, Bajaj Finance4
🔹 Global Markets Summary
- US: Dow +0.56%, Nasdaq +0.65% – tech stocks lifted indices
- Europe: Stoxx 600 +0.25%, DAX +0.29% – resilient macro backdrop
- Asia: Nikkei and Hang Seng mixed; China PMI contraction weighed on sentiment6
🔹 Latest News Highlights
- India’s Q2 GDP growth at 8.2%, highest in six quarters
- Rupee hits record low vs USD, adding pressure on import-heavy sectors
- Manufacturing PMI dips to 56.6, signaling slower expansion
- Crude oil prices steady near $80/barrel amid OPEC supply concerns
- FII outflows continue, while DIIs provide strong support
🔹 Stocks & Sectors in News
- Pharma: Wockhardt surged as investors shifted to defensives amid currency volatility
- Metals & Cement: JSW Steel and UltraTech Cement gained on strong demand outlook4
- Aviation: IndiGo slipped on rising fuel costs and weak rupee impact
🔹 Key Topics / Upcoming Events
- Upcoming IPOs: Exato Technologies, Logiciel Solutions, Purple Wave Infocom (SME listings)
- RBI Policy Meet: Investors await cues on rate trajectory amid inflationary pressures.
- Union Budget 2026: Expectations of sectoral incentives and fiscal consolidation.
🔹 India VIX & FII/DII Data
- India VIX: Rose ~2.1% to 13.9, indicating mild uptick in volatility
- FII Activity: Net outflow of ₹1,171 crore
- DII Activity: Net inflow of ₹2,559 crore
- Past 3 sessions show consistent FII selling vs DII buying, balancing market sentiment.
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📝 Final Thoughts & Investment Perspective
The Indian stock market today reflected profit-booking at record highs, with volatility driven by currency weakness and FII outflows. While domestic macro data remains strong, near-term sentiment may stay cautious ahead of the RBI policy and global central bank decisions. Support for Nifty lies near 26,050, with resistance around 26,350. Investors should adopt a sector-rotation strategy, focusing on defensives like pharma and cement, while monitoring global cues and FII flows.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This report is for educational and informational purposes only. The author is not a SEBI-registered analyst. This does not constitute investment advice. Please consult your financial advisor before making investment decisions.
