Indian equity markets posted a modest rebound on September 16, 2025, with banking and auto stocks driving the rally while select FMCG and consumer discretionary counters faced pressure. The Sensex rose by 0.40 percent to close at 82,111.60, while the Nifty 50 gained 0.41 percent to settle at 25,172.65. The Nifty Bank index also edged up by 0.36 percent, reflecting renewed investor interest in financials amid expectations of stable credit growth and easing inflationary pressures.
The day’s trading session saw a clear divergence in sectoral performance, with banks, autos, and infrastructure stocks outperforming, while FMCG, healthcare, and select IT names underperformed. Smallcap stocks outpaced midcaps, signaling a risk-on sentiment among retail investors.
Key Highlights From Market Performance
- Sensex closed at 82,111.60, up 0.40 percent
- Nifty 50 ended at 25,172.65, up 0.41 percent
- Nifty Bank index rose to 55,088.10, up 0.36 percent
- Smallcap index gained 0.80 percent, outperforming midcaps
- Market breadth remained positive with 1,935 stocks advancing and 938 declining
Top Gainers On September 16, 2025
1. Axis Bank Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 1,120.50
- Change: +1.46 percent
- Volume: 18.07 lakh shares
- Strong buying interest driven by improved asset quality and loan growth outlook
2. Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 1,998.10
- Change: +1.39 percent
- Volume: 5.73 lakh shares
- Gains attributed to stable net interest margins and digital banking expansion
3. Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 3,571.70
- Change: +1.17 percent
- Volume: 7.72 lakh shares
- Positive sentiment on rural demand and EV portfolio performance
4. Bajaj Finserv Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 2,102.90
- Change: +1.10 percent
- Volume: 2.77 lakh shares
- Benefited from strong insurance and lending verticals
5. Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 1,410.20
- Change: +1.08 percent
- Volume: 4.52 lakh shares
- Gains linked to cargo volume growth and global trade recovery
6. NTPC Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 334.60
- Change: +1.06 percent
- Volume: 23.82 lakh shares
- Supported by renewable energy expansion and tariff stability
7. Eicher Motors Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 6,868.00
- Change: +0.99 percent
- Volume: 0.82 lakh shares
- Momentum driven by premium motorcycle sales and export growth
Top Losers On September 16, 2025
1. Nestle India Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 1,207.20
- Change: -0.44 percent
- Volume: 1.06 lakh shares
- Decline due to margin pressure and muted rural demand
2. Titan Company Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 3,521.70
- Change: -0.35 percent
- Volume: 1.40 lakh shares
- Weakness in discretionary spending and festive demand concerns
3. Hindalco Industries Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 752.80
- Change: -0.11 percent
- Volume: 5.49 lakh shares
- Impacted by global aluminum price volatility
4. Tata Consumer Products Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 1,101.40
- Change: -0.11 percent
- Volume: 0.71 lakh shares
- Profit booking after recent rally
5. Asian Paints Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 2,500.10
- Change: -0.10 percent
- Volume: 1.96 lakh shares
- Pressure from rising input costs and subdued real estate demand
6. Infosys Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 1,506.90
- Change: -0.10 percent
- Volume: 13.96 lakh shares
- Flat performance amid cautious IT spending outlook
7. Bajaj Finance Ltd
- Closing price: Rs 1,009.10
- Change: -0.07 percent
- Volume: 18.99 lakh shares
- Marginal decline due to valuation concerns
Outlook And Investor Sentiment
The market’s upward momentum was supported by optimism around India-US trade negotiations and expectations of a dovish stance from the US Federal Reserve later this week. Sectoral rotation into banking and auto stocks suggests a shift toward cyclical plays, while FMCG and consumer discretionary stocks may remain under pressure until demand indicators improve.
Sources: ET Now, The Hindu BusinessLine, MSN India
