Markets at Noon: Nifty Crosses 25,000 Mark as Sensex Gains Ground
Indian markets maintain positive momentum with Nifty 50 crossing 25,000 and Sensex up 0.28%. Castings, Forgings & Fasteners sector leads gains at 5.73%. Vedanta recovers on dividend news, Tata Motors re-enters South African market, and Reliance Industries contributes to upward trend. Market sentiment remains optimistic amid GST cut hopes and anticipation of Fed symposium.
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Market Overview
The Indian stock markets continued their positive momentum into midday trading on August 21, 2025, with both benchmark indices showing gains. The Nifty 50 crossed the significant 25,000 mark, while the Sensex pushed higher, driven by strong performances in select sectors.
Market Performance
As of 12:00 PM, the Nifty 50 was trading at 25,105.85, up 55.30 points or 0.22% from its previous close. The BSE Sensex showed even stronger gains, reaching 82,086.53, an increase of 228.69 points or 0.28% from its last closing price.
Sectoral Performance
Top Performing Sectors
| Sector | Avg. Per Change |
|---|---|
| Castings, Forgings & Fasteners | 5.73% |
| Diamond, Gems and Jewellery | 4.33% |
| Engineering Services | 1.50% |
Underperforming Sectors
| Sector | Avg. Per Change |
|---|---|
| Cables | -2.41% |
| Energy | -0.21% |
Buzzing Stocks
Vedanta Ltd.
Vedanta shares recovered from early losses following the announcement of a board meeting to consider a second interim dividend for FY2026. The stock was trading 0.24% higher at Rs 446.25 after initial declines. Investors are closely watching developments related to the company's proposed demerger, with the next NCLT hearing scheduled for September 17.
Tata Motors Ltd.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has made a significant move by re-entering the South African market with the launch of four models. The company has partnered with Motus Holdings to support its expansion plans, aiming to operate through 60 dealerships by 2026.
Reliance Industries Ltd.
Reliance Industries contributed to the market's upward momentum. In a separate development, its step-down subsidiary, Reliance TerraTech Holdings LLC in Texas, has been voluntarily wound up.
Market Sentiment
The overall market sentiment remains positive, buoyed by optimism surrounding a potential Goods and Services Tax cut. Investors are also keenly awaiting the Federal Reserve's annual symposium for insights into future interest rate directions.
Conclusion
As the trading day progresses, the Indian markets continue to show resilience with key indices in the green. The crossing of the 25,000 mark by Nifty 50 marks a significant milestone, while sector-specific movements and corporate developments are shaping the day's trading patterns.
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