The Indian stock market today witnessed a sharp sell-off as benchmark indices declined. The Sensex closed at 81,691.98, down 823 points (–1%), while the Nifty 50 fell 253 points to 24,888.20. Weak global cues, Middle East tensions, and derivatives expiry dragged down the market.

Brief Market Summary

Volatility gripped the market today as traders reacted to unclear progress on the U.S.–China trade front and escalating geopolitical concerns. Broader markets underperformed, and all major sectoral indices ended in the red.

Sector Performance Highlights

Banking

Banking stocks ended in the red, with the Nifty Bank falling 0.67%. HDFC Bank was relatively resilient, shedding only 0.39% amid broader weakness.

IT

Information technology stocks underperformed due to their global exposure. The Nifty IT index fell nearly 1% amid muted global tech sentiment.

Automobiles

The auto sector slid nearly 2%. While Maruti Suzuki managed a small 0.56% drop, other names like Tata Motors and Eicher Motors were among top losers.

Pharma

Pharma stocks held up relatively well. Nifty Pharma declined just 0.10% with Dr. Reddy’s leading gains among large-cap pharma stocks.

Top 5 Gainers & Losers

Top 5 Gainers

• Apollo Hospitals: +1.00%
• Bajaj Finserv: +0.46%
• Asian Paints: +0.73%
• Dr. Reddy’s Labs: +0.38%
• Tech Mahindra: +0.37%

Top 5 Losers

• Tata Motors: –2.86%
• Titan Company: –2.62%
• Trent: –2.62%
• Shriram Finance: Among top losers
• Coal India: Among top losers

FII/DII Net Flows

• June 12 (Cash Market): FIIs sold ₹3,831 Cr; DIIs bought ₹9,393 Cr
• Month-to-date (till June 12): FIIs sold ₹3,548 Cr; DIIs bought ₹41,109 Cr

This indicates strong domestic support despite persistent foreign outflows.

Key Macro-Economic & Global Drivers

• Uncertainty over U.S.–China trade discussions
• Increased geopolitical tensions in the Middle East
• Weekly F&O expiry contributing to volatility
• Weak cues from global equity markets
• Brent crude fluctuations impacting sentiment

What to Watch Next

• Clarity on the U.S.–China tariff timeline
• Middle East updates and crude oil price trajectory
• Domestic macroeconomic data from RBI and SEBI
• IPO activity and primary market cues – follow NextIPOIndia

Market Chart

Note: All data is as of June 12, 2025. For continuous updates, follow NextIPOIndia.