At 12:04 PM IST on December 1, 2025, India’s Nifty 50 index turned positive, up 0.05% at 26,274.80. Gains in IT and FMCG stocks supported the move, while banking remained mixed. Analysts see resilience above 26,250 as investors await GDP data and RBI policy signals.
At 12:04 PM IST, December 1, 2025, India’s benchmark Nifty 50 index reversed early weakness to trade in the green, up 0.05% at 26,274.80 points. The modest uptick reflects selective buying in heavyweight stocks as investors balance global uncertainties with domestic optimism.
Key highlights of the update:
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The index regained positive momentum after slipping earlier in the session, signaling resilient investor sentiment.
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IT and FMCG stocks provided support, while banking counters remained mixed amid expectations of upcoming RBI policy cues.
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Global factors, including a firm U.S. dollar and volatile crude oil prices, continue to weigh on risk appetite.
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Market participants are closely watching India’s GDP growth data and inflation trends, which could influence near-term direction.
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Analysts suggest the Nifty’s ability to stay above the 26,250 mark indicates underlying strength, even as traders adopt a cautious stance.
This real-time movement highlights the fragile balance between optimism and caution in Indian equities, with investors positioning themselves ahead of key macroeconomic announcements.
Sources: Reuters, Economic Times, Business Standard