India's benchmark BSE Sensex surged to a record high of 86,065.91 in early pre-market trade on December 1, 2025, advancing 0.42%. This milestone reflects ongoing optimism fueled by strong corporate earnings, positive macroeconomic data, and expectations of easing interest rates.
The BSE Sensex, consisting of 30 leading companies, opened the trading session on December 1, 2025, with a gain of 0.42%, touching an all-time high of 86,065.91 in pre-open trading. This new peak underscores investor confidence in the Indian equity markets amid signs of robust GDP growth and improved corporate performances in recent quarters.
Market sentiment is buoyed by anticipations of a possible 25 basis points cut in the upcoming Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, alongside optimism for a similar rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. These factors, coupled with positive earnings reports, have attracted buying interest across key sectors such as financials, auto, and healthcare.
Despite profit booking and cautious foreign institutional investor activity, the Sensex’s movement suggests resilience amid global market uncertainties. Analysts warn of limited room for a sustained sharp uptrend, given current valuations, but expect continued support from fundamentally strong sectors.
Key Highlights:
Sensex pre-open trade rises 0.42% to hit new record high at 86,065.91
Gain supported by robust corporate earnings and GDP growth optimism
Market anticipates RBI MPC’s potential 25 bps rate cut
Positive US Federal Reserve rate cut prospects bolster sentiment
Financials, auto, and healthcare sectors lead gains
Valuation concerns limit chances of prolonged sharp rally but fundamentals remain strong
Source: The Indian Express, Economic Times, Business Standard, Geojit Investments