Nifty 50 Performance This Week
The Indian equity market closed the week (22–26 September 2025) on a mixed note, with the Nifty 50 index witnessing periods of volatility driven by global cues, crude oil fluctuations, and sector-specific movements. Despite external pressures, the index managed to maintain stability around key support levels, reflecting investor resilience.
Top Sector Highlights
Info: Nifty 50 weekly chart highlighting the market moves between 22-26 September 2025.
- IT Stocks: Technology counters gained strength after positive global earnings and favorable currency movement.
- Auto Sector: Auto shares saw notable momentum, buoyed by strong festive season demand and policy tailwinds.
- Pharma: Indian pharmaceutical companies came under pressure following U.S. tariff-related concerns.
- Metals: Global demand uncertainty led to weakness in metal stocks, adding to overall index drag.
Top Weekly Gainers
Among individual performers, select IT and auto stocks emerged as clear winners, leading the rally:
- Infosys: Benefited from stable U.S. demand and investor confidence in AI-driven services.
- Tata Motors: Gained on the back of rising EV sales expectations and strong domestic demand.
- HCLTech: Continued positive sentiment around digital transformation deals fueled gains.
Top Weekly Losers
On the other side, pharma and metal counters struggled to hold ground:
- Sun Pharma: Stock corrected after tariff concerns dampened sentiment around U.S. market exposure.
- JSW Steel: Declined due to weak global demand outlook and falling commodity prices.
- Dr. Reddy’s: Faced profit booking after a strong earlier run, compounded by regulatory worries.
Global & Domestic Drivers
Globally, concerns over U.S. trade policy and crude oil volatility weighed on market sentiment. Domestically, investors remained focused on the upcoming RBI monetary policy meeting and inflation data, which could set the tone for the next trading week.
Outlook for Next Week
Going forward, the Nifty 50 is expected to trade in a cautious range with stock-specific action dominating market moves. RBI’s stance on interest rates, global crude prices, and foreign investor activity will be the primary triggers for direction.
