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Nifty ended at 24,865.60, up 44.50 points, with Sensex gaining 172.31 points to trade at Rs. 81,510.26 amid mixed sectoral action.
Larsen & Toubro surged 4.65% after strong earnings, while Tata Motors fell over 3% on acquisition reports.
FIIs sold Rs. 4,636 crore, but DIIs offset this by buying Rs. 6,146 crore worth of equities.
The Indian equity markets demonstrated resilience at press timing on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, with benchmark indices posting modest gains. The Nifty 50 climbed above the psychological level of Rs. 24,850, settling at Rs. 24,865.60 with a gain of 44.50 points (0.18%). The BSE Sensex followed suit, advancing 172.31 points (0.21%) to trade at Rs. 81,510.26. This performance marked a notable improvement from the previous session, where markets had traded with mixed sentiment around the 24,700 level.
The session witnessed divergent sectoral trends that reflected the complex market dynamics. Banking stocks showed marginal improvement. Nifty Bank index gained 31.30 points (0.06%) to reach Rs. 56,253.30, recovering from previous day's weakness when it had declined by 75 points.
Tech stocks continued their positive momentum, with the Nifty IT index rising 77.65 points (0.22%) to Rs. 35,450.90, reversing the previous session's 0.50% decline. However, certain sectors faced pressure, with automotive, media, and realty stocks each declining approximately 0.5%.
The broader market indices showed mixed signals, with the BSE SmallCap index gaining 148.77 points (0.28%) to reach Rs. 53,938.89, demonstrating renewed investor interest in smaller companies after yesterday's 0.23% gain.
According to Moneycontrol data, Larsen & Toubro emerged as the session's standout performer, surging 4.65% to Rs. 3,658.00 following the company's impressive quarterly results that showed a 67% jump in net profit. The stock dominated trading volumes with a turnover of Rs. 2,301.72 crore.
NTPC gained significant ground with a 2.14% rise to Rs. 341.75, while Tata Consumer Products climbed 1.70% to Rs. 1,079.70. Sun Pharma and Grasim Industries rounded out the top gainers, advancing 1.57% and 1.53% respectively.
Moneycontrol data on top losers on Nifty 50 shows that Tata Motors faced selling pressure, declining 3.47% to Rs. 668.35 amid reports of an Italian company acquisition. Hero MotoCorp dropped 1.96% to Rs. 4,240.50, while Shriram Finance, IndusInd Bank, and Cipla also featured among the top losers with declines ranging from 1.03% to 1.28%.
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The ongoing quarterly results season continued to drive individual stock movements. Several companies reported their June quarter results, creating significant volatility in specific counters.
Nesco shares surged up to 6.6% following strong quarterly numbers, with the company reporting a 37% year-on-year growth in both net profit (Rs. 96 crore vs Rs. 70 crore) and revenue (Rs. 193.3 crore vs Rs. 141.3 crore). EBITDA also improved 28% to Rs. 110.5 crore, though margins compressed slightly to 57.17% from 61%.
New India Assurance Company shares witnessed exceptional performance after Q1 update. The stock jumped 9.05% to Rs. 189.22 from the previous close of Rs. 173.52, with trading volumes reaching 2 crore shares.
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their selling streak, though at a reduced pace compared to the previous session. FIIs sold Rs. 4,636.60 crore worth of securities on July 29, compared to Rs. 6,082.47 crore on July 28.
Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) provided crucial support by purchasing Rs. 6,146.82 crore worth of stocks, though this was lower than the previous day's Rs. 6,764.55 crore. This pattern of DII support offsetting FII outflows has been instrumental in maintaining market stability.
The IPO market remained active with multiple offerings scheduled. Knowledge Realty Trust announced its Rs. 4,800 crore IPO opening on August 5, with attractive post-tax dividend yields nearing 7%. The trust, backed by Blackstone and Sattva Developers, focuses on office and residential spaces with minimal exposure to IT/ITES sectors.
Additionally, six IPOs are set to open for subscription simultaneously, including the significant Rs. 4,011 crore NSDL IPO, which could impact market liquidity in the near term.
International developments also influenced market sentiment. Tesla's $4.3 billion battery deal with South Korea's LG Energy Solution highlighted the ongoing shift in global supply chains away from Chinese suppliers due to tariff concerns.
Gold prices edged higher, supported by softer Treasury yields and a weaker dollar, with spot gold rising 0.1% to $3,328.65 per ounce, potentially attracting safe-haven flows.
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The Indian stock market's ability to sustain above the 24,850 level on the Nifty provides encouragement to bulls, especially after yesterday's cautious trading around 24,700. The index's current positioning suggests growing confidence among market participants, though volatility is expected to persist as earnings season continues.
Key companies including Punjab National Bank, Tata Steel, and IndiGo are scheduled to announce their quarterly results, which could provide fresh direction to the market. The ongoing IPO activity and FII-DII flow dynamics will remain critical factors to monitor.
1. What was the trading price of the Nifty 50 on July 30, 2025?
The Nifty 50 closed at 24,865.60, marking a gain of 44.50 points (0.18%). This was a positive move compared to the previous day’s consolidation near 24,700. The market showed renewed buying interest, especially in sectors like IT and infrastructure.
2. Which were the top-performing stocks today?
Larsen & Toubro led the rally with a 4.65% jump to Rs. 3,658.00 on strong Q1 earnings. NTPC rose 2.14%, and Tata Consumer Products gained 1.70%. Pharma major Sun Pharma and Grasim Industries also closed higher, benefiting from solid fundamentals and earnings optimism.
3. Why did Tata Motors stock fall despite broader market gains?
Tata Motors dropped 3.47% to Rs. 668.35 amid reports suggesting a potential acquisition of an Italian firm. The market interpreted the news as a near-term risk to balance sheets, triggering profit booking. Other auto stocks also remained under pressure.
4. What impact did FIIs and DIIs have on the market today?
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their selling spree, offloading equities worth Rs. 4,636.60 crore. However, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) stepped in with Rs. 6,146.82 crore worth of purchases, stabilizing the market and supporting key indices.
5. What IPOs are currently active in the Indian market?
The IPO segment remains active, with Knowledge Realty Trust’s Rs. 4,800 crore IPO opening on August 5. The NSDL IPO worth Rs. 4,011 crore is also among the six offerings lined up this week. These IPOs are attracting strong interest from both retail and institutional investors due to attractive fundamentals and dividend yields.
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