On July 30, 2025, the Indian stock market closed marginally higher in a volatile session, with the Sensex and Nifty recovering from intraday lows. Gains in PSU banks and select energy stocks offset losses in IT and realty, amid mixed Q1 earnings and global uncertainties. Below is a precise summary of the day’s market performance, key drivers, and sectoral trends.
Market Performance
BSE Sensex: Rose 143.91 points (0.18%) to close at 81,481.86, with an intraday high of 81,975.32 and a low of 81,337.95.
NSE Nifty 50: Gained 33.95 points (0.14%) to settle at 24,855.05, trading between 24,688 and 24,921 intraday.
Market Breadth: On the BSE, ~2,100 stocks advanced, 1,900 declined, and 150 were unchanged out of ~4,150 traded stocks. About 180 stocks hit the upper circuit, and 130 hit the lower circuit.
Volatility: The India VIX rose slightly to ~14.6, reflecting modest uncertainty driven by earnings and global cues.
Key Drivers
Global Market Cues: Mixed global signals, with the S&P 500 futures flat and Nikkei 225 up 0.5%, kept sentiment cautious. Optimism around US-China trade talks faded as the US tariff deadline (August 1) loomed.
Earnings Season: Mixed Q1 FY26 earnings continued, with strong performances in PSU banks and energy offsetting IT sector weaknesses.
FII and DII Activity: Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold ~₹1,800 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought ~₹2,200 crore, supporting the market.
Rupee Movement: The Indian rupee weakened by 3 paise to 86.46 against the US dollar, pressured by a stronger dollar (DXY at 97.01).
Domestic Macros: Strong GST collections (₹2.01 lakh crore, May 2025) and an above-normal monsoon supported sentiment, though US tariff concerns persisted.
Sectoral Highlights
Sectoral Trends: Nifty PSU Bank (+1.5%) and Energy (+0.8%) led gains, while Nifty IT (-1.2%) and Realty (-0.9%) lagged. Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100 rose 0.3% and 0.2%, respectively.
Broader Market: Large-cap PSU banks and energy stocks drove gains, with selective buying in mid and small-caps.
Market Sentiment: The market opened flat, dipped intraday, but recovered due to buying in heavyweights. GIFT Nifty futures at ~24,880 signaled a neutral start for the next session.
Corporate Developments
Adani Green: Q1 profit up 31% YoY to ₹824 crore, boosting energy sentiment.
Waaree Energies: Q1 net profit rose 89% to ₹745 crore, supporting renewables.
NTPC Green Energy: Q1 profit up 59%, aiding sector gains.
HDB Financial Services: Strong debut post-IPO listing, lifting financials.
Mazagon Dock: Gained after ₹452 crore stake acquisition in Colombo Dockyard.
Market Outlook
Technical Levels: Nifty support at 24,750–24,580 (100-day EMA), resistance at 24,950–25,000. Sensex support at 81,300–81,000, resistance at 82,200–83,000. A break above 25,000 could target 25,150.
Volatility Expectations: VIX at ~14.6 suggests moderate volatility, with earnings and US tariff talks as key triggers.
Upcoming Triggers: US Core PCE data, Federal Reserve meeting, India’s Q1 FY26 earnings, and US tariff deadline (August 1) will drive sentiment. Monsoon progress and oil prices remain critical.
Conclusion
On July 30, 2025, the Indian stock market closed higher, with the Sensex at 81,481.86 (up 0.18%) and Nifty at 24,855.05 (up 0.14%), led by PSU banks and energy. DII buying and strong domestic macros offset FII selling and weak IT earnings. Investors should monitor Nifty’s 25,000 resistance and focus on PSU banks and energy, while staying cautious of US trade developments and earnings updates.
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