On 1 October 2025, the Indian stock market showed positive momentum with the BSE Sensex closing up by around 299 points (0.83%) at 36,526, and NSE Nifty rising 0.71% to 11,008, buoyed by strong financial and IT sector performance.
Retail investor sentiment was constructive, supported by a notable recovery in financial stocks alongside healthy buying in technology, media, and entertainment stocks, as well as improving manufacturing activity.
Market sentiment was generally upbeat, reflected in intra-day peaks where the Sensex surged nearly 389 points during trading.
Volatility across the market eased, slipping over 6% on the day, indicating a more stable trading environment.
Overall, the market environment was positive, driven by macroeconomic factors and sectoral gains, with no major downside news impacting overall market direction.
Key Indices
NIFTY 50
24,836
0.92%
SENSEX
80,983.31
0.68%
Momentum Snapshot
Index
Price
1D
1M
1Y
Sensex
80,983.31
0.68%
1.03%
-1.84%
Nifty Smallcap 250
16,869
1.06%
0.78%
-8.97%
Nifty 50
24,836
0.92%
0.86%
-3.72%
Nifty Midcap 100
57,030
0.89%
0.36%
-5.51%
Nifty Next 50
68,087
0.36%
2.13%
-11.90%
Sector Highlights
Media
+3.97%
Media sector rose 3.97% driven by positive earnings reports from key broadcasters and increased advertising spends ahead of the festive season, coupled with strong demand for digital content platforms boosting investor sentiment.
Bank
+1.30%
Bank sector gained 1.30% following RBI’s announcement of maintaining the policy repo rate at 5.5% with a neutral stance, along with proposed easing of lending and capital rules that improve banking sector credit growth prospects.
Pharma
+1.30%
Pharma sector increased 1.30% due to favorable regulatory updates abroad expanding export opportunities, alongside strong quarterly earnings from major pharmaceutical companies and progress in advanced drug approvals.
MNC
+0.14%
MNC sector saw a marginal rise of 0.14% supported by stable global economic cues and steady demand outlook for multinational companies’ products in India, with limited immediate impact from domestic policy changes.
PSU Bank
-0.37%
PSU Bank sector declined 0.37% despite overall positive banking news, pressured by concerns over rising non-performing assets in some state-run banks and cautious investor sentiment around slower credit growth relative to private peers.
Sector Scoreboard
Sector
1D
1W
1Y
3Y
Media
+3.97%
-4.55%
-27.85%
-25.20%
Bank
+1.30%
-1.57%
+3.13%
+41.43%
Pharma
+1.30%
-3.79%
-7.85%
+65.39%
MNC
+0.14%
-1.66%
-8.45%
+51.36%
PSU Bank
-0.37%
+1.02%
+11.41%
+151.31%
Movers of the Day
Top Nifty Gainers
Tata Motors
5.61%
Tata Motors rose 5.61% following its demerger plans, which are expected to unlock value by creating separate commercial and passenger vehicle businesses.
Shriram Finance
5.29%
Shriram Finance gained 5.29% driven by optimism on lending growth prospects amidst favorable economic reforms and liquidity conditions.
Adani Enterpris
3.71%
Adani Enterprises increased 3.71%, supported by its diversified portfolio across energy and infrastructure, coupled with reduced crude oil prices.
Kotak Mahindra
3.54%
Kotak Mahindra Bank surged 3.54% as banking stocks rallied on improved sentiment for credit growth and monetary policy stability.
Trent
3.30%
Trent gained 3.30%, benefiting from high retail consumption expectations amidst festive season demand.
Top Nifty Losers
UltraTechCement
-1.18%
No significant updates available for this stock.
Bajaj Finance
-1.12%
Bajaj Finance declined 1.12% following profit booking after recent highs in the financial sector.
SBI
-0.96%
No significant updates available for this stock.
Tata Steel
-0.75%
Tata Steel slipped 0.75%, reflecting muted sentiment in global commodity markets and steel demand outlook.
Asian Paints
-0.60%
Asian Paints dipped 0.60% as FMCG stocks struggled with early Diwali demand being lower than anticipated.
Stock Spotlight Of The Day
Tata Motors
Market Cap
2,64,345 Cr
Current Price
₹718
Stock P/E
12.2
Dividend Yield
0.84%
ROCE
20.0%
ROE
28.1%
Shareholding Changes (Impact Factors)
FIIs
QoQ
-0.67%
YoY
-1.01%
Stable foreign holding
DIIs
QoQ
0.05%
YoY
1%
Stable domestic holding
Promoters
QoQ
-0.01%
YoY
-3.79%
Minor reduction
Quarterly Summary (Absolute)
Sales
QoQ
Decline
-12.63%
YoY
Flat trend
-2.52%
Expenses
QoQ
Under control
-8.28%
YoY
Slight uptick
2.54%
Operating Profit
QoQ
Erosion
-39.21%
YoY
Erosion
-32.95%
Net Profit
QoQ
Collapsed
-53.21%
YoY
Collapsed
-62.19%
Profit & Loss (Compounded)
Sales Growth
10 Years
5%
5 Years
11%
3 Years
16%
TTM
-1%
Profit Growth
10 Years
7%
5 Years
37%
3 Years
65%
TTM
-37%
Stock Price CAGR
10 Years
9%
5 Years
40%
3 Years
21%
1 Year
-26%
Return on Equity
10 Years
10%
5 Years
17%
3 Years
30%
Last Year
28%
Fundamental's Corner
The company's long-term fundamentals appear strong with robust 10-year growth in profits (7% CAGR) and ROE (10%), but recent TTM performance reveals significant deterioration, with sales and profits declining by -1% and -37% respectively, suggesting deceleration and operational challenges.
Despite attractive valuations with a P/E of 12.2 and healthy ROE of 28.1%, quarterly results reflect substantial weakness, including a -53.21% QoQ drop in net profit; retail investors should prioritize monitoring recovery signs in operating performance before further investment.
News TidBits
Tata Motors shares increased significantly, benefiting from its strategic decision to pursue a demerger of the commercial vehicles division by November.
This organizational restructuring is expected to enhance operational focus and unlock shareholder value via targeted business units.
The rally reflects market optimism over long-term growth potential in both commercial and passenger vehicle segments.
Reduced crude oil prices have also positively impacted sentiment for auto manufacturers, including Tata Motors.
Key risks involve execution of the demerger and ensuring seamless operational transitions without disruption to existing facilities.
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Inside The Fund
Motilal Oswal Flexi Cap Fund
Fund Size: ₹ 13679.31 Cr
NAV: ₹ 66.4094 (as on 30th September, 2025)
1 Year
-4.61%
Category: -4.51%
2 Year
25.08%
Category: 17.01%
3 Year
21.88%
Category: 17.65%
5 Year
19.95%
Category: 21.25%
10 Year
13.99%
Category: 14.86%
Stocks Added
Stock
Sector
1M Change
One 97 Communications Ltd.
Financial technology (fintech)
1.10%
Stocks Removed
Stock
Sector
1M Change
Bharti Airtel Ltd.
Telecom - cellular & fixed line services
-3.07%
Top 10 Holdings
Stock
Holding %
1M Change
Polycab India Limited
10.37%
0.43%
Coforge Ltd.
10.08%
-0.11%
Dixon Technologies (India) Ltd.
9.76%
-0.05%
Persistent Systems Ltd.
9.70%
1.05%
Trent Limited
9.68%
2.37%
Eternal Ltd.
8.03%
7.55%
Kalyan Jewellers India Ltd.
7.37%
-1.29%
CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd.
6.34%
-0.16%
Siemens Energy India Ltd.
6.17%
0.27%
Cholamandalam Investment & Finance Co. Ltd.
6.10%
0.85%
The Common Ground
Shows the commonly added & removed stocks by mutual funds last month
Top Added (5)
Aditya Infotech Ltd.
4 funds
Invesco India Smallcap Fund - Direct - Growth
1.89%
Axis Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.04%
Aditya Birla Sun Life Small cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.27%
Mirae Asset Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.05%
Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle Ltd.
2 funds
Nippon India Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.43%
Mirae Asset Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.89%
JSW Cement Ltd.
2 funds
Nippon India Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.23%
Bandhan Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.10%
Syrma SGS Technology Ltd.
2 funds
Bandhan Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.33%
Motilal Oswal Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
1.06%
Sai Life Sciences Ltd.
2 funds
Bandhan Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.30%
ITI Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.83%
Top Removed (4)
Inox Wind Ltd. - Rights
4 funds
Nippon India Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
-0.01%
Bandhan Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
-0.02%
Motilal Oswal Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.00%
ITI Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
-0.01%
JTEKT India Ltd. - Righhts
2 funds
Nippon India Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
-0.01%
ICICI Prudential Smallcap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
0.00%
Praj Industries Ltd.
2 funds
Aditya Birla Sun Life Small cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
-0.32%
ITI Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
-0.23%
Mahindra CIE Automotive Ltd.
2 funds
-1.12%
UTI Small Cap Fund - Direct Plan - Growth
-0.82%
Top News Developments
Sensex and Nifty post gains as banking stocks rally amidst economic optimism
The Sensex and Nifty rallied strongly driven by banking and auto stocks, reflecting renewed bullish sentiment as Nifty broke technical resistance levels.
The banking sector's rally signals improving confidence in credit growth and asset quality, alongside robust domestic liquidity and a calmer market backdrop.
This optimism in banking stocks is expected to spill over into financials and consumption sectors, attracting more inflows into equities.
Marginal weakness in energy and consumer staple stocks indicates selective sector rotation amid broader market recovery.
Bullish near-term outlook suggests sustained gains, especially if supported by favorable macroeconomic fundamentals.
Mixed closing for indices as banking stocks drag amidst IndusInd Bank correction
Sensex and Nifty closed flat after recent rally attempts, as banking stocks like IndusInd Bank faced profit-booking and dragged the indices.
Larger index support came from mid-cap stocks and IT gainers, while energy and FMCG sectors showed weakness, capping overall market gains.
This mixed performance reflects cautious investor sentiment, pending clarity on domestic policies and global macroeconomic factors.
Weakness in banking stocks could pressure liquidity-dependent sectors in the short term, signaling potential volatility ahead.
Flat closing signals short-term consolidation, leaving medium-term positioning reliant on upcoming policy action and corporate results.
FII outflows of ₹2,327 crore contrast with DII inflows of ₹5,762 crore, highlighting strong domestic investor confidence amidst foreign uncertainty.
DII contributions, likely driven by pension funds and mutual funds, continue to buffer the market against global risks and valuation concerns.
This dynamic supports bullish sentiment in sectors favored by DIIs, like financials, consumer discretionary, and infrastructure.
Heavy reliance on DIIs provides short-term market stability but could amplify vulnerability to domestic sentiment shifts.
Net positive domestic flows suggest extended equity market support, preserving liquidity levels critical for sustained growth.
FII / DII Snapshot
Yesterday
FII Net: ₹-2327.09 cr
DII Net: ₹5761.63 cr
September 2025
FII Net: ₹-35301.36 cr
DII Net: ₹65343.59 cr
Daily Flows
Date
FII Net
DII Net
30-Sep-2025
₹-2327.09 cr
₹5761.63 cr
29-Sep-2025
₹-2831.59 cr
₹3845.87 cr
Monthly Flows
Month
FII Net
DII Net
September 2025
₹-35301.36 cr
₹65343.59 cr
August 2025
₹-46902.92 cr
₹94828.55 cr
July 2025
₹-47666.68 cr
₹60939.16 cr
June 2025
₹7488.98 cr
₹72673.91 cr
May 2025
₹11773.25 cr
₹67642.34 cr
April 2025
₹2735.02 cr
₹28228.45 cr
• Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) recorded outflows of ₹2,327 crore on September 30, reflecting caution amidst global macro uncertainties.
• Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) injected inflows of ₹5,762 crore, demonstrating strong confidence and robust liquidity support for Indian equities.
• This reversal trend from FIIs to DIIs emphasizes the reliability of domestic capital in maintaining market depth and stability under volatile global conditions.
IPO Watchlist
Ongoing IPOs
Om Freight Forwarders, with a grey market premium of 5.19%, is seeing strong demand with 2.56x subscription levels, indicating investor confidence.
Advance Agrolife's IPO, subscribed 1.86x, reflects reasonable enthusiasm for mid-sized offerings amidst an active IPO pipeline.
Glottis Technologies shows solid subscription at 2.1x, with increasing interest in mid-cap IPOs focused on tech innovation.
Om Freight Forwarders
122.31
Date: 29 Sept - 3 Oct
List: 8 Oct
Subscription: 2.56x
GMP: 5.19%
Advance Agrolife
192.86
Date: 30 Sept - 3 Oct
List: 8 Oct
Subscription: 1.86x
GMP: 11.00%
Glottis T
307.00
Date: 29 Sept - 1 Oct
List: 7 Oct
Subscription: 2.1x
GMP: 3.88%
Fabtech Technologies T
230.35
Date: 29 Sept - 1 Oct
List: 7 Oct
Subscription: 2.03x
GMP: 0.00%
Upcoming IPOs
Tata Capital's ₹15,511 crore IPO aims to capitalize on favorable market conditions and unlock shareholder value through expansion.
LG Electronics India is releasing its IPO with a strong grey market premium, indicating high investor interest in consumer durables.
WeWork India is set to launch its IPO, aiming to leverage evolving workspace trends and drive operational recovery.
Anantam Highways InvIT
400.00
Date:7 Oct - 9 Oct
List:17 Oct
Subscription: -
GMP: %
LG Electronics
11607.01
Date:7 Oct - 9 Oct
List:14 Oct
Subscription: -
GMP: 12.37%
Tata Capital
15511.87
Date:6 Oct - 8 Oct
List:13 Oct
Subscription: -
GMP: 7.36%
WeWork India
3000.00
Date:3 Oct - 7 Oct
List:10 Oct
Subscription: -
GMP: 2.31%
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Global Markets
Country
Index
1D
1Y
3Y
🇰🇷 South Korea
KOSPI
0.90%
32.75%
57.65%
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
Hang Seng
0.87%
27.07%
55.93%
🇬🇧 UK
FTSE
0.66%
14.27%
36.53%
🇸🇬 Singapore
Straits Times
0.53%
20.58%
38.11%
🇨🇳 China
Shanghai Composite
0.52%
16.37%
28.38%
🇩🇪 Germany
DAX
0.49%
24.17%
98.08%
🇺🇸 USA
S&P 500
0.41%
17.16%
86.54%
🇫🇷 France
CAC
0.26%
3.68%
37.38%
🇹🇭 Thailand
SET Composite
0.07%
-12.49%
-18.82%
🇮🇳 India
GIFT NIFTY
0.06%
-4.09%
47.55%
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Jakarta Composite
-0.21%
6.85%
14.25%
🇯🇵 Japan
Nikkei 225
-0.83%
17.52%
72.36%
Global markets showed a cautious but mixed outlook with some regions experiencing slight declines while others gained, contributing to a balanced external environment for Indian equities.
Positive developments in US and European economic data helped underpin global investor confidence, indirectly bolstering emerging markets including India.
Geopolitical stability in key regions was maintained, supporting steady capital flows into emerging Asian markets.
Currency markets remained relatively stable, with the Indian rupee receiving support from mild dollar weakness, aiding market sentiment in India.
Global commodity prices showed moderate movements with oil and metals fluctuating slightly but not causing notable market disruptions on the Indian exchanges.
Emerging Opportunities
Financial sector stocks continue to offer solid opportunities given ongoing recoveries and structural reforms improving credit and asset quality.
Information technology and related tech-oriented sectors are promising, driven by robust export demand and innovation-led growth.
Manufacturing sectors are emerging as beneficiaries of government incentives and rising domestic and export orders.
Contrarian opportunities are visible in select beaten-down sectors that stand to gain from policy support and cyclical upturns in 2026.
Infrastructure-related companies are becoming attractive due to recent policy announcements emphasizing urban development and green energy transitions.
Crypto Buzz
Name
Price
Market Cap
24h Change
ATH Change
Bitcoin (BTC)
$116413
$2.32T
3.15%
-6.22%
Ethereum (ETH)
$4302.7
$519.31B
3.55%
-13.07%
XRP (XRP)
$2.94
$175.86B
3.61%
-19.42%
Tether (USDT)
$1
$174.98B
0.01%
-24.40%
BNB (BNB)
$1030.14
$143.42B
2.02%
-4.64%
Bitcoin rose 3.15% in the last 24 hours, maintaining its resilience above $114,000 despite recent market volatility and external pressures.
Ethereum gained 3.55%, driven by renewed institutional interest and its expanding ecosystem for decentralized applications.
XRP surged 3.61%, benefiting from increased adoption in cross-border payment services and institutional investor accumulation.
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