Market Closing Updates, 30th June 2025: Sensex closes at 83,606.46, Nifty at 25,517.05.

Indian equity closed in the red, ending a four-session rally. The BSE Sensex fell 452.44 points or -0.54% to close at 83,606.46, while the NSE Nifty 50 lost 120.75 points or -0.47% to close at 25,517.05.

Financial Stocks Drag Down Benchmarks

Losses were headed by financial and banking stocks. HDFC Bank fell  to 0.74%, while Kotak Mahindra Bank continued losses at 2.17%. The Nifty Bank index closed down 0.20%. Shares in autos and FMCG also experienced pressure. PSU banks, however, outperformed vehemently, with the Nifty PSU Bank index rising 2.66%, mitigating broader loss.

Mid- and Small-Caps Show Resilience

Even as the frontline indices remained weak, broader markets were firm. Nifty Midcap 150 index advanced 0.68% to close at 21,988.65 on the back of advances in metal, media, and power stocks. The small-cap segment also closed higher with selective buying in capital goods and pharma stocks.

Global Cues Mixed; Volatility Low

Global cues were mixed. Asian markets mostly closed in the green, driven by calming geopolitical concerns and hopes of slower US rate hikes. On the other hand, European markets opened flat. On the domestic side, volatility was contained, with the India VIX being below 15, indicating very little panic among investors.

Key Stock Moves

Among the major movers, Karnataka Bank dipped 5.66 % following the resignation of its MD & CEO and Executive Director, which raised investors' alarm. Torrent Pharma closed 2.08% up after a ₹11,900 crore JB Chemicals acquisition was announced. Alembic Pharma advanced 5.17 % after the USFDA nod for a cancer medicine. ITD Cementation jumped close to 5% on securing a marine infrastructure order valued at $67.4 million.

Last Day of first half 2025

With Monday's session closing the first half of 2025, the markets closed the half-year period on a defensive note. Although the Sensex and Nifty have given good returns in the last six months, Monday's session underscored investor wariness at high levels.

The future trajectory of the market will be influenced by new triggers in the new quarter in the form of corporate earnings, macroeconomic readings and global policy announcements.Indian markets remain under pressure on 30th June, 2025. The Nifty 50 is trading -64.45 points or 0.25% down at 25,572.55, while the BSE Sensex is trading -256.69 points or 0.31% down at 83,796.55 in negative territory, dragged by declines in auto and financial stocks, while public sector banks are outperforming on renewed optimism following government policy signals. 

Asian markets are mostly trading in positive territory, with indices in Shanghai, Seoul, and Tokyo advancing, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng is slightly weaker. On Wall Street, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached fresh record highs gaining 250 points, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and renewed optimism surrounding potential trade agreements between the US and key global partners. Brent crude is trading at $67.65 per barrel,  reflecting stability in global commodity markets.

Top 5 Gainers in the Market

State Bank of India

• Opening Price: ₹809
• Current Price: ₹817.25
• Change: +1.47%

State Bank of India is among the leading gainers today following renewed optimism in public sector banks, driven by government moves to unlock value through monetisation of subsidiary investments.

Shri Ram Finance 

• Opening Price: ₹700
• Current Price: ₹709.15
• Change: +1.31%

Shriram Finance is drawing attention today as investor sentiment brightens around non-banking financial companies, with recent regulatory moves and robust retail participation supporting the positive momentum.

Jio Financial Services

• Opening Price: ₹326.90
• Current Price: ₹326.80 
• Change: +1.04%

Jio Financial Services is in focus today as recent regulatory clearances for its broking and asset management ventures have strengthened investor confidence in the company’s expansion within the financial sector.

HDFC Life 

• Opening Price: ₹809
• Current Price: ₹814.65
• Change: +0.95%

HDFC Life Insurance is attracting investor interest today as the company’s strong performance and expanding market share in the life insurance sector continue to reinforce positive sentiment among market participants.

Bharat Electronics

• Opening Price: ₹416.65
• Current Price: ₹ 417.90
• Change: +0.82%

Bharat Electronics is attracting significant market attention today as its inclusion in the Sensex and a strong pipeline of recent defence orders have reinforced optimism around the company’s strategic growth and financial performance.

Top 5 Losers in the Market

 Tata Consumer

• Opening Price: ₹1124
• Current Price: ₹ 1100.80
• Change: -2.09%

Tata Consumer Products is seeing pressure today as the broader FMCG sector faces selling, with the stock slipping below key technical levels and cautious sentiment weighing on the market.

  Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

• Opening Price: ₹1302.90
• Current Price: ₹ 1278.10
• Change: -1.76% 

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories is experiencing selling pressure today as its share price has slipped below a key short-term moving average, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid recent market fluctuations.

Kotak Mahindra Bank

• Opening Price: ₹2207.90
• Current Price: ₹2180
• Change: -1.26%

Kotak Mahindra Bank is under pressure today as profit-taking sweeps through banking stocks, reflecting a cautious mood in the broader market after a recent rally.

Adani Enterprises

• Opening Price: ₹2650
• Current Price: ₹2623.30
• Change: -0.87%

Adani Enterprises is facing selling pressure today as the company’s announcement of a new retail bond issue has led to cautious sentiment among investors, with attention focused on its fundraising plans and pending details of the offering.

  Hero MotoCorp Limited

• Opening Price: ₹4344
• Current Price: ₹4284.10
• Change: -0.84%

Hero MotoCorp is under pressure today as speculation around its possible exclusion from a key index and concerns over supply chain issues in the electric vehicle segment have weighed on investor sentiment.

Domestic equities are trading with a negative bias in early trade, as key benchmark indices continue to slip amid cautious investor sentiment. As of 9.50 AM, the Nifty 50 is down 56 points, or 0.22%, to 25,581.75, failing to sustain above the 25,600 mark. The Sensex has also extended its early losses, shedding 218.57 points, or 0.26%, to hover around 83,840.33.

The Nifty Bank index, after hitting a record high at the open, has come off intraday highs and is now marginally lower by 42.90 points at 57,401.00. Meanwhile, the Nifty IT index is underperforming, slipping 130.35 points or 0.34% to 38,692.60, as weakness in global tech stocks weighs on sentiment.

In contrast, the broader market is showing strength. The S&P BSE SmallCap index has risen sharply, gaining 364.73 points, or 0.67%, to trade at 54,614.13. The move suggests renewed investor interest in small-cap counters, despite a subdued tone in frontline stocks.

Key events in focus for today’s session include the scheduled rebalancing of NSE indices, which could drive institutional flows - particularly into blue-chip names such as ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank. Notably, HDFC Bank closed at a record high in the previous session.

Moreover, investors should note that attention will centre on the release of India’s industrial and manufacturing production data for May, which is expected to offer cues on near-term economic momentum. Market participants are watching closely for signs of sustained recovery in factory activity, especially after mixed high-frequency indicators in recent months.

Meanwhile, today marks the final day for subscriptions to the ₹9,000 crore IPO of HDB Financial Services, which was fully subscribed by Day 2. Market participants are also watching for potential block trades ahead of the trading window closure later this week.

Global Cues Steady Markets; Trump Trade Talks, US Data, and Fed Path in Focus

Global developments continue to steer investor sentiment, with traders keeping a close watch on geopolitical and macroeconomic signals. Attention remains fixed on former U.S. President Donald Trump’s high-stakes trade negotiations, which are approaching critical deadlines. Progress or setbacks on these deals could sway global risk appetite - particularly in emerging markets like India.

Markets are also awaiting key data prints and central bank cues. The upcoming U.S. jobs report, scheduled later this week, is likely to influence the Fed’s policy tone going into the next quarter. Broader inflation trends across major economies are also in focus, potentially shaping investor positioning and capital flows.

Asia-Pacific Markets Firm Up; Nikkei Outperforms on Yen Tailwind

Equities across the Asia-Pacific region extended gains in early trade. Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged 1.7%, bolstered by a softer yen and fresh buying in export-oriented counters. South Korea’s Kospi climbed 0.85%, supported by tech sector strength and robust foreign fund flows, while Australia’s ASX 200 edged 0.2% higher.

Investors across the region are also bracing for China’s June NBS Manufacturing PMI, expected later today. The data is likely to offer a clearer view of the world’s second-largest economy, which continues to show uneven signs of recovery.

Rupee Set for Strong Start; Gold, Silver Hold Steady and Crude Oil Declines ahead of key OPEC Meeting 

The Indian rupee is expected to open on a firm footing Monday, supported by gains in other Asian currencies amid easing global trade tensions. Positive signals from the U.S. - China trade discussions have buoyed sentiment across emerging markets, setting a constructive tone for the currency.

The one-month non-deliverable forward (NDF) market suggests the rupee could open marginally stronger near 85.47 against the U.S. dollar, building on last week’s impressive 1.3% rally - its best weekly performance in over two years. The move was underpinned by a softening dollar, falling crude prices, and sustained portfolio inflows.

In commodities, precious metals remained largely steady. According to the Indian Bullion Association, 24-carat gold was priced at ₹95,790 per 10 grams as of 7:40 AM, while 22-carat gold stood at ₹87,808. Silver also held firm, trading at ₹1,06,460 per kg (Silver 999 Fine). On the MCX, gold was last seen at ₹95,524 per 10 grams, and silver hovered around ₹1,05,300 per kg.

Crude oil prices declined in early trade, weighed by optimism around supply-side stability and softening geopolitical risk in the Middle East. Market expectations of additional output from OPEC+ further dampened prices. Brent crude (August futures) slipped to $67.11 per barrel, while WTI traded at $64.58, down $0.94 from Friday’s close. Despite the decline, both contracts are on track to post monthly gains of over 5%, underpinned by robust demand and improving global mobility trends.

Stock to focus 

Torrent Pharma will be in focus as its board is set to meet on 2 July to consider raising funds via non-convertible debentures through private placement, aimed at enhancing financial flexibility and boosting R&D investment.

BHEL is likely to see buying interest after securing a ₹7,000 crore EPC contract for NTPC’s Talcher power project, reinforcing its leadership in India’s thermal power sector and boosting its order book.

HAL remains in the spotlight following a contract to supply 34 Advanced Light Helicopters to the Indian Army, further strengthening its defence portfolio amid strong policy support for indigenous manufacturing.

Tata Steel may see action after reports of a ₹16,000 crore investment to expand its Kalinganagar plant by 5 MTPA, reflecting a strategic push to scale domestic capacity despite global steel headwinds.

JB Chemicals and Alembic Pharmaceuticals could trade positively as fresh investor interest builds around their growing branded generics portfolio and supportive domestic market trends.

Jyoti CNC Automation is likely to attract attention after receiving new orders from aerospace and defence clients, aligning with India’s PLI-driven push for high-precision manufacturing.

Prestige Estates posted record pre-sales in Q1 FY26, driven by strong housing demand across metros, indicating sustained strength in residential real estate and likely to support positive stock sentiment.

NLC India will remain in focus following the commissioning of its 1,200 MW Talabira thermal project, a key milestone in its capacity expansion strategy that supports future earnings visibility.

ITD Cementation and Mazagon Dock continue to benefit from a healthy pipeline of infrastructure and defence contracts, supported by robust government-led capital expenditure.

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