Indian Stock Market Today (May 23, 2025): Sensex Falls 0.79%

Published On: 23/05/20251.4 min read
Indian stock market today performance chart

Indian stock market today performance chart

Brief Market Summary

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, the Indian stock market witnessed a significant downturn, with the BSE Sensex declining by 644.64 points (0.79%) to close at 80,951.99. The NSE Nifty 50 also fell by 203.75 points (0.82%), settling at 24,609.70. This decline was attributed to global market weaknesses, including higher bond yields and concerns over the US debt situation. Source

Sector Performance Highlights

Banking Sector

The banking sector experienced mixed results. While IndusInd Bank emerged as a top gainer, other major banks faced selling pressure.

IT Sector

IT stocks were among the major losers, with Tech Mahindra witnessing declines due to global concerns.

Auto Sector

Auto companies like Mahindra & Mahindra led sectoral losses amid broader market weakness.

Pharma Sector

Sun Pharma shares fell following a 19% YoY decline in Q4FY25 net profit. Source

Top 5 Gainers & Losers

Top 5 Gainers:

  • IndusInd Bank – +2.1%
  • Bharti Airtel – +1.8%
  • UltraTech Cement – +1.5%
  • Nestle India – +1.2%
  • ITC – +1.0%

Top 5 Losers:

  • Mahindra & Mahindra – -3.5%
  • Bajaj Finserv – -3.2%
  • Tech Mahindra – -3.0%
  • Power Grid – -2.8%
  • Hindustan Unilever – -2.5%

FII/DII Net Flows

On May 22, 2025, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net sellers with ₹5,045.36 crore in outflows. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) were net buyers with ₹3,715.00 crore. Source

Key Macro-Economic & Global Drivers

  • US Debt Concerns: Higher US bond yields impacted global markets. More
  • Geopolitical Tensions: US tax policy uncertainty added pressure.
  • Domestic Earnings: Mixed results, notably from Sun Pharma, affected sectors. More

What to Watch Next

Investors should monitor:

  • US economic updates and bond yields
  • Upcoming Q4 earnings reports
  • FII/DII investment trends
  • RBI policy announcements

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External Reference: Reserve Bank of India

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