Market Wrap: Nifty and Sensex Edge Higher Amid Mixed Sector Performance

1 min read     Updated on 21 Aug 2025, 03:31 PM
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Overview

Indian stock markets ended positively on Thursday, with Nifty 50 at 25,075.05 (+0.10%) and Sensex at 81,981.29 (+0.15%). Diamond, Gems and Jewellery sector led gains (+6.55%), while Cables sector underperformed (-3.19%). Vedanta recovered after dividend announcement, Tata Motors re-entered South African market, and Nazara Tech faced scrutiny. Market breadth was slightly positive with 2,279 advancing stocks against 2,178 declining.

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Market Overview

The Indian stock markets closed on a positive note on Thursday, with both the NSE Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex registering modest gains. The Nifty 50 ended the day at 25,075.05, up 24.50 points or 0.10% from its previous close. Similarly, the Sensex closed at 81,981.29, gaining 123.45 points or 0.15%.

Sectoral Performance

The day saw a mixed performance across various sectors:

Top Performing Sectors

Sector Average % Change
Diamond, Gems and Jewellery 6.55
Castings, Forgings & Fasteners 5.14
Printing & Stationery 2.64
Transport 1.69

Underperforming Sectors

Sector Average % Change
Cables -3.19
Oil & Gas -0.65

Buzzing Stocks

Vedanta Ltd.

Vedanta shares recovered from early losses after announcing a board meeting to consider a second interim dividend. The stock closed 0.24% higher at Rs 446.25, despite initial concerns over the NCLT's deferral of the proposed demerger hearing. The company is proceeding with plans to split into four separate entities, with the next hearing scheduled for September 17.

Tata Motors Ltd.

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles re-entered the South African market, launching four models and forming an alliance with Motus Holdings. The company plans to expand its dealership network from 40 to 60, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy.

Nazara Technologies Ltd.

Nazara Tech faced scrutiny after Rekha Jhunjhunwala sold her entire 7.06% stake. The company's Co-CEO hinted at a potential write-off of their investment in PokerBaazi, raising concerns about the impact of recent online gaming regulations. ICICI Securities downgraded the stock to 'reduce' with a lower target price of Rs 1,100.

Market Breadth

The overall market breadth was slightly positive:

Category Number of Scrips
Positive 2,279
Negative 2,178
Total 4,457

Conclusion

The Indian stock markets ended the day with marginal gains, showcasing resilience amid mixed sector performance. While sectors like Diamond, Gems and Jewellery showed strong growth, others like Cables and Oil & Gas faced headwinds. Investor focus remained on corporate actions and regulatory developments, particularly in the cases of Vedanta and Nazara Technologies.

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