The Indian stock market today saw a robust performance as bulls returned after a three-day losing streak. The BSE Sensex closed at 81337.95, up by 446.93 points or 0.55 percent. The Nifty 50 settled at 24821.10, gaining 140.20 points or 0.57 percent. Market breadth remained positive, with broad-based buying across all major sectors. Out of 4154 traded stocks on the BSE, 2492 ended with gains while 1501 declined. Midcap and small cap indices also outperformed, with Nifty Midcap100 up 0.81 percent and Nifty Smallcap100 up 1.03 percent. The India VIX, which measures market volatility, eased by 4.45 percent, closing at 11.53. These gains reflect renewed optimism in the Indian stock market today driven by sectoral turnaround and positive investor sentiment.

Sector Performance Highlights
Banking stocks were among the major contributors to the rally on July 29 2025. The Nifty Bank index climbed 137 points to close at 56222, snapping its short losing streak. Financial services and PSU banks joined the rebound with improvements in credit growth and steady Q1 earnings.

The IT sector participated in the broad-based uptrend, showing modest gains. Increased demand for digital solutions and better-than-expected quarterly results kept investor interest strong, contributing to the overall upward movement. No major IT stock was reported among top movers, indicative of a stable performance.

Automobile stocks rose following strong domestic demand and easing input costs. Tata Motors was among the leading gainers for the day, reflecting positive sales trends and healthy volume growth. Bosch also hit a record high, rallying 5 percent ahead of its quarterly results.

Pharma was a standout sector, extending its winning streak to a fifth day. Torrent Pharma led the pack with a 4 percent gain after solid Q1 results. The sector benefited from favorable regulatory updates and sustained demand for healthcare products.

Top 5 Gainers
Jio Financial Services +4.1%
Tata Chemicals (Midcap) +7.0%
Varun Beverages +5.1%
Amber Enterprises +5.0%
Bosch +5.0%

Top 5 Losers
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) -3.1%
Other notable losers not specified in current data
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FII/DII Net Flows
As of July 29 2025, there is no specific net buying or selling figure for FII/DII activity directly quoted in today’s results. However, broad-based market gains and improved participation suggest positive flows. Historically, such rallies are supported by fresh institutional buying, especially following a period of selling pressure. For detailed and real-time data on institutional flows, investors can refer to official updates from SEBI at https://www.sebi.gov.in/.

Key Macro-Economic & Global Drivers
The sharp rebound in the Indian stock market today was underpinned by several key macro factors: Corporate earnings signaled resilience, with Q1 results from Asian Paints, Bosch, and Torrent Pharma surpassing analyst estimates. Global cues remained mixed with Asian equities trading range-bound, but optimism grew on stable commodity prices and expectations of a pause in interest rate hikes by major central banks. The Rupee closed weaker at 86.82 against the US Dollar, reflecting global currency volatility but not dampening domestic equity sentiment. Positive sectoral rotation helped drive all major indices higher, led by realty, pharma, metals, and auto stocks. Broader participation was notable with 93 stocks hitting 52-week highs, although 51 hit lows, indicating selective risk-on appetite among investors.

What to Watch Next
Looking ahead, investors should watch upcoming major earnings announcements from blue-chips and midcap firms, which could set the market’s short-term direction. Monitor FII/DII net flows—any sudden reversal or surge will impact market momentum; check SEBI or brokerage platforms for daily data. Pay attention to global macro developments, particularly signals from the US Federal Reserve, ECB, and crude oil prices. Track movements in the rupee-dollar exchange rate, as persistent currency volatility could affect IT and export-oriented stocks. Also, observe ongoing IPO activity by monitoring the IPO calendar at Next IPO India (https://nextipoindia.com/). Stay tuned to reliable sources like SEBI for official FII/DII data, and follow RBI releases for macro policy cues.