Stock Market 25 April : News From Stock Market
The stock market ended lower on Friday as Sensex fell 589 points to 79,212 and Nifty dropped 207 points to 24,039. The fall was mainly due to a sharp decline in Axis Bank shares and rising tensions after a terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir. Axis Bank fell over 3% due to weak quarterly results. Small and mid-cap stocks also saw selling pressure. However, large-cap stocks like TCS, Infosys, and ICICI Bank showed some gains. Global markets remained stable with positive cues from the US and Europe.
🚀 Top 5 Nifty Gainers
| 🔰 Stock | 📈 % Change | 💸 LTP (₹) | 🔻 Low | 🔺 High | 📍 Prev Close |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBILIFE | +5.15% | ₹1,651.10 | ₹1,608.20 | ₹1,762.00 | ₹1,723.50 |
| TECHM | +1.02% | ₹1,375.00 | ₹1,172.80 | ₹1,807.70 | ₹1,455.40 |
| TCS | +0.95% | ₹3,405.00 | ₹3,056.05 | ₹4,592.25 | ₹3,420.00 |
| INFY | +0.58% | ₹1,463.50 | ₹1,307.00 | ₹2,006.45 | ₹1,475.50 |
| ULTRACEMCO | +0.25% | ₹11,860.00 | ₹9,408.05 | ₹12,304.00 | ₹12,149.00 |
📉 Nifty Top Losers
These stocks took a hit in today’s trade. Check out the biggest losers:
| ❌ Stock | 🔻 Change | 📉 Day Low | 📈 Day High | 🕰️ Open | 📍 Prev Close |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADANIENT | -3.95% (₹96.50) | ₹2,025.00 | ₹3,743.90 | ₹2,442.50 | ₹2,450.10 |
| TRENT | -3.75% (₹199.50) | ₹4,052.40 | ₹8,345.00 | ₹5,323.50 | ₹5,334.00 |
| APOLLOHOSP | -3.18% (₹227.50) | ₹5,693.20 | ₹7,545.35 | ₹7,159.50 | ₹7,169.50 |
| BAJFINANCE | -2.37% (₹220.50) | ₹6,375.70 | ₹9,660.00 | ₹9,301.00 | ₹9,310.50 |
| BAJAJ-AUTO | -2.33% (₹191.00) | ₹7,089.35 | ₹12,774.00 | ₹8,201.50 | ₹8,225.00 |
| MARUTI | -2.05% (₹244.00) | ₹10,725.00 | ₹13,680.00 | ₹11,894.00 | ₹11,902.00 |
Except for the IT sector, all other key indices closed lower, with media, metal, PSU, telecom, power, oil & gas, and realty sectors falling 2-3%. The BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices also declined sharply, losing 2.5% each.This market update highlights the worst-performing sectors, key stock movers, and midcap/smallcap trends for investors.
Market Wrap: Bloodbath in Sectors as Only IT Shines; Key Levels Broken
🔥 The market carnage continued today with most sectors drowning in red, while IT stood as the lone survivor. Here’s what you need to know:
Sectoral Showdown: Winners & Losers
✅ ONLY GAINER
🟢 Nifty IT (+0.72%) – Tech stocks defy market gloom
❌ TOP LOSERS
🔴 Nifty Media (-3.24%) – Worst performer of the day
🔴 Nifty Realty (-2.80%) – Realty stocks crushed
🔴 Nifty Pharma (-2.24%) – Healthcare bleeds
🔴 Nifty PSU Bank (-2.24%) – PSU banks under fire
Key Sector Moves at a Glance
| Sector | Performance | High-Low Drama |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | -1.39% | 28,342 ➝ 27,496 |
| Auto | -1.67% | 22,541 ➝ 21,885 |
| FMCG | -0.62% | 57,121 ➝ 55,976 |
| Metal | -2.10% | 8,833 ➝ 8,487 |
| Oil & Gas | -1.43% | 11,016 ➝ 10,700 |
Why This Matters for Traders?
1️⃣ 200-DMA BREACHED – Nifty closed below critical 24,052 (bearish signal)
2️⃣ Broader Market Crash – Midcap & Smallcap indices fell ~3%
3️⃣ Earnings Shock – Stocks like Shriram Finance (-6%) got punished
What’s Next?
📉 If selling continues: Next support at 23,800 (Nifty)
📈 Rebound chance: If IT strength spreads to other sectors
Watchlist for Tomorrow:
- IT majors (TCS, Infosys) – Can they pull up the market?
- Beaten-down PSU banks – Oversold bounce possible?
Key Factors Impacting the Market:
- Geopolitical Tensions: India-Pakistan concerns weigh on investor sentiment.
- Muted Q4 Earnings: Weak corporate results dampen market confidence.
- FII Support: Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) remained net buyers this week, providing some stability.Bearish Pressure: Geopolitical risks and disappointing earnings may extend losses.
- Potential Recovery: If FIIs sustain buying and global cues improve, a bounceback is possible.
- Key Levels to Watch:
- Nifty Support: 23,800 – 23,900
- Resistance: 24,200 – 24,400
- Sensex Support: 78,500 – 78,800
- Resistance: 79,500 – 80,000
- Stocks to Monitor Next Week
- Defensive Picks: IT, Pharma (if risk-off sentiment continues)
- High-Beta Sectors: Banking, Auto (for rebound bets)
Market Highlights (May Series Opens Weak)
- Nifty breaches 200-DMA (24,052), closes at 24,039 (-207 pts).
- Sensex crashes 589 pts to 79,213, fails to hold 79,300 support.
- Broader markets bleed: Midcap index plunges ~3% (1,400 pts), erasing ₹9 lakh crore in market cap.
Technical Breakdown: Key Support & Resistance
| Index | Support Levels | Resistance Levels |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 23,800 – 23,900 | 24,200 – 24,400 |
| Sensex | 78,500 – 78,800 | 79,500 – 80,000 |
| Nifty Bank | 54,000 | 55,200 |
⚠️ Critical Signal: Both indices trade below 200-SMA – a bearish trend confirmation.
Top Stock Movers: Q4 Earnings Reaction
Biggest Losers
- Shriram Finance (-6%): Weak Q4 results.
- Adani Group Stocks (-3 to -6%): Broad sell-off.
- Axis Bank: Slides post-earnings.
- Maruti Suzuki (-2%): Margin miss on rising costs.
Gainers
- SBI Life (+5%): Strong earnings.
- Tech Mahindra: Rises on Q4 performance.
- Mphasis (+2%): Q4 beats estimates.
Sectoral Trends
- Worst Hit: Auto, Financials, Midcaps.
- Relative Outperformers: IT (select stocks), Insurance.
What’s Next?
- Bearish Pressure: Sustained trade below 200-DMA may push Nifty to 23,500.
- Recovery Hopes: FII support or geopolitical easing could trigger rebound.
- Stocks to Watch: Defensive sectors (IT, Pharma) vs. oversold banks.