Indian Equities Edge Higher on June 25th; Sensex and Nifty Post Marginal Gains
Markets remained closed today for Muharram, with investor attention now turning to global cues and the resumption of trading on Monday.
The story
Indian equities concluded Thursday, June 25th, with marginal gains, extending their positive run for a second consecutive session. The BSE Sensex rose 109.25 points, or 0.14%, to close at 77,100.47, while the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 34.35 points, or 0.14%, to settle at 24,056.
The upward movement was primarily supported by buying interest in auto and FMCG stocks. Conversely, sectors such as metal, IT, oil & gas, and energy experienced some profit booking, which limited the overall upside.
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned net buyers, injecting ₹383.76 crore into the market on June 25th. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) continued their supportive role, with net inflows of ₹5,747.75 crore on the same day. The Indian rupee also saw some appreciation, strengthening against the US dollar to hover around 94.4000.
The tape
| Instrument | Last | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24,056.00 | +34.35 (+0.14%) |
| Sensex | 77,100.47 | +109.25 (+0.14%) |
| Bank Nifty | 58,177.05 | +0.05% |
| USD/INR | 94.4000 | -0.15% (approx) |
| India 10Y yield | 6.782% | -0.07% (approx) |
| India VIX | 13.05 | -2.50% |
Flows & data
| Item | Reading | Read |
|---|---|---|
| FII Net Flows | ₹383.76 Cr (June 25, 2026) | Foreign Institutional Investors were net buyers. |
| DII Net Flows | ₹5,747.75 Cr (June 25, 2026) | Domestic Institutional Investors provided strong support. |
| Monsoon Rainfall Deficit | 43% below normal for June (as of June 24, 2026) | Significant shortfall persists for the month, impacting agricultural outlook. |
IPOs & the primary market
The primary market saw continued activity, with several IPOs open for subscription. CSM Technologies Ltd (Mainboard) and Sri Priyanka Geo Commex Ltd (SME) remained open, with subscriptions at 0.26x and 0.10x respectively as of June 25th.
Crazy Snacks Ltd (SME) also opened on June 25th, seeing 0.16x subscription. Meanwhile, mainboard issues like Advit Jewels Ltd and Waterways Leisure Tourism Ltd closed on June 24th, with Advit Jewels notably oversubscribed at 210.57x.
Both are scheduled to list on June 30th. Looking ahead, Aastha Spintex Ltd is set to launch its mainboard IPO on June 29th, aiming to raise ₹170 crore.
Valuation watch — India & global
With Indian markets ending the week on a positive note before the Muharram holiday, supported by easing global crude oil prices and improved foreign fund flows, the immediate sentiment appears to have stabilized. This comes after a period of global risk-off sentiment.
While specific new valuation multiples for India or global markets have not emerged since the last edition, the shift towards a more positive global backdrop could influence perceptions of current market levels. The sustained support from Domestic Institutional Investors also continues to underpin local sentiment, providing a cushion against potential volatility.
Monsoon watch
The southwest monsoon has regained momentum, with conditions favorable for its further advance across large parts of central and northern India over the next three to four days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also forecast intense rainfall activity along the west coast and in the northeast.
Despite this recent progress, the overall rainfall for June remains a concern, with an all-India deficit of 43% as of June 24th. Rainfall during the first three weeks of June was significantly below normal, at 40-42% deficit. The government has initiated a comprehensive action plan to implement contingency measures for Kharif crops due to these delayed rains.
What we'll be watching
- Indian stock exchanges (NSE and BSE) reopen on Monday, June 29, after the Muharram holiday.
- Aastha Spintex Ltd mainboard IPO opens for subscription on Monday, June 29.
- CSM Technologies Ltd mainboard IPO closes for subscription on Monday, June 29.
- Sri Priyanka Geo Commex Ltd SME IPO closes for subscription on Monday, June 29.
- Advit Jewels Ltd and Waterways Leisure Tourism Ltd IPOs are scheduled to list on Tuesday, June 30.
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