India’s Nifty 50 index turned negative in afternoon trade, last down 0.15% at 25,963.45. The benchmark reversed early gains as profit booking and cautious sentiment ahead of RBI policy cues weighed on markets. Sectoral rotation and global uncertainties added to intraday volatility, keeping investors on edge.
India’s benchmark Nifty 50 index struggled to hold momentum on November 25, 2025, slipping into negative territory after a brief positive start. The index was last quoted at 25,963.45, down 0.15% from the previous close of 25,959.50. Traders pointed to profit-taking near the 26,000 mark and cautious positioning ahead of the Reserve Bank of India’s upcoming policy review.
Key highlights from the announcement include
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Nifty 50 last down 0.15% at 25,963.45, reversing early gains.
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The index failed to sustain above the 26,000 psychological level.
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Profit booking and expiry-linked positioning contributed to intraday volatility.
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Sectoral performance remained mixed, with strength in metals and PSU banks offset by weakness in IT and oil and gas.
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Global cues, including crude price swings and interest rate expectations, influenced sentiment.
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Investors are closely watching RBI policy signals for clarity on liquidity and inflation management.
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Analysts expect late-session flows to determine closing direction.
The intraday reversal underscores the sensitivity of Indian equities to both domestic monetary policy expectations and global market trends. With the RBI’s stance on inflation and liquidity management in focus, traders are balancing near-term risks with positioning for December’s outlook.
Sources: NSE India, Economic Times Markets, Business Standard