Markets Recover on Ceasefire Hopes, Strong FII Inflows, and Robust Economic Data; Small-Cap and Mid-Cap Indices Outperform

The benchmark Nifty 50 index slipped below the 24,750 level, while the S&P BSE Sensex lost over 1,000 points. 

The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex surged 737.98 points or 0.90 per cent to settle at 82,188.99, while the Nifty 50 climbed 252.35 points or 1.01 per cent to close at 25,003.05.

In terms of the economy, India surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, according to IMF data cited by NITI Aayog. Additionally, India’s GDP growth rose to a four-quarter high of 7.4 per cent in Q4 FY25

Broader indices also suffered, with the BSE Mid-Cap and Small-Cap indices falling 1.39 per cent and 1.31 per cent, respectively.

The market breadth was notably positive, with 2,117 stocks advancing compared to 700 stocks declining on the NSE.

A closer look at the factors driving the downward trend today

Nifty, Sensex End Lower Amid Weak Sentiment

The market breadth remained positive, with 2,048 stocks advancing compared to 766 stocks declining.

Sensex ended nearly unchanged at 78,501.12, while Nifty finished flat at 23,644.80, marking no change in percentage terms.