Sensex Nifty Live Updates August 25: Markets End Higher on IT and Metal Stock Gains

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Last Updated: 25th August 2025 - 04:05 pm

Indian markets closed Monday on a positive note, with both the Nifty 50 and Sensex closing higher amid broad-based buying. IT and metal stocks led the gains, while select heavyweight stocks supported overall market momentum. Investors remained cautious on laggards like Adani Enterprises and Apollo Hospital, but optimism persisted. Global cues, particularly from Asia, also contributed to a steady sentiment, helping domestic benchmarks finish the day with modest yet notable gains.

Stock Market Highlights, August 25

  • Domestic Indices Gain: Indian markets closed higher on Monday, supported by strong buying in IT and metal stocks. The Nifty 50 rose 0.39% to 24,967.75, while the Sensex gained 0.40% to 81,635.91, with Infosys, TCS, and HCL Tech leading the gains.

  • Global Markets: Asian markets ended mostly positive, led by Hong Kong’s Hang Seng, which surged 1.94%, and the Shanghai Composite up 1.52%. European indices traded mixed at mid-session, with FTSE 100 up 0.13%, while DAX, CAC 40, and STOXX 50 saw small losses.

  • U.S. Markets Recap: Wall Street indices rose sharply, with the Dow Jones up 1.89% and the NASDAQ gaining 1.88%. The S&P 500 also advanced 1.52%, driven by strong tech and industrial stock performances.

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Top Gainers

Company Gain
Infosys 3.00%
TCS 2.84%
HCL Tech 2.58%
Wipro 2.09%
Hindalco 1.65%

Top Losers

Company Loss
Adani Enterpris -0.95%
Apollo Hospital -0.90%
Nestle -0.85%

Indian Market Cues

Index Value Change (%)
Gift Nifty 24,995.50 -0.01%
Nifty 50 24,967.75 0.39%
Nifty Bank 55,139.30 -0.01%
SENSEX 81,635.91 0.40%

Asian Markets 

Index Value Change (%)
Nikkei 42,807 0.41%
Hang Seng 25,829 1.94%
Shanghai Composite 4,419 1.52%

European Market Mid-Session Update

Index Value Change (%)
FTSE 100 9,321 0.13%
DAX 24,283 -0.31%
CAC 40 7,920 -0.62%
STOXX 50 5,462 -0.46%

U.S. Markets Live Today

Index Value Change (%)
Dow Jones 45,631.74 1.89%
NASDAQ 21,496.54 1.88%
S&P 500 6,466.91 1.52%


*As of 15:45 IST

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