At 12:16 PM IST on December 1, 2025, India’s Nifty 50 index slipped 0.10% to 26,248.20. Weakness in banking and IT stocks drove the decline, while FMCG and energy offered support. Analysts see this as short-term consolidation as investors await GDP data and RBI policy cues.
At 12:16 PM IST, December 1, 2025, India’s benchmark Nifty 50 index turned negative, trading at 26,248.20 points, down 0.10% from its previous close. The decline reflects investor caution as global uncertainties and domestic macroeconomic signals weigh on sentiment.
Key highlights of the update:
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The index slipped after a brief positive start, indicating profit booking in heavyweight stocks.
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Banking and IT counters led the decline, while select FMCG and energy stocks provided limited support.
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Global cues, including a strong U.S. dollar and volatile crude oil prices, continue to pressure emerging market equities.
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Investors are closely tracking upcoming GDP growth data and RBI policy signals, which could set the tone for near-term market direction.
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Analysts suggest the Nifty’s dip is part of a short-term consolidation phase, with resilience expected above the 26,200 mark.
This real-time movement underscores the fragile balance between optimism and caution in Indian equities, as traders weigh global headwinds against domestic growth prospects.
Sources: Reuters, Economic Times, Business Standard