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Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Wednesday as crude oil prices eased and foreign investors continued buying Indian equities worth ₹2,446 crore.
The Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decision is the key event today, with markets expecting the repo rate to remain unchanged at 5.25% with a neutral stance.
Banking stocks declined 0.29% while metal and finance stocks led gains; TCS and Apollo Hospitals were among the top losers.
Gold surged ₹4,758 per 10g and silver climbed ₹6,225 per kg, reflecting safe-haven demand ahead of the RBI announcement.
Nifty 50
24,625
+0.04%
More details
Open24,669
High24,678
Low24,498
Prev close24,615
52W high26,373
52W low22,183
Sensex
78,581
+0.19%
Bank Nifty
57,740
-0.29%
Sensex
78,581
+0.19%
Bank Nifty
57,740
-0.29%
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Mood
Optimistic
70/100 health
BearBull
FII / DII
FII net+Rs 2,446 Cr
DII net-Rs 936 Cr
Net flow+Rs 1,510 Cr
Market stats
Advances20
Declines20
VolumeRs 27,096 Cr
VIX12.06 — Low -- calm
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The market mood is cautiously optimistic (70/100) due to crude oil easing and FPI inflows, but tempered by anticipation and some profit-booking in IT and healthcare stocks ahead of the RBI policy decision.
Gainers
SHRIRAMFIN+3.23%
GRASIM+2.74%
JSWSTEEL+2.31%
Losers
TCS-1.91%
APOLLOHOSP-1.55%
HCLTECH-1.45%
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HINDALCO+1.96%
NTPC+1.82%
BAJAJ-AUTO+1.72%
HDFCLIFE+1.69%
LT+1.68%
SBIN+1.18%
ULTRACEMCO+1.16%
SUNPHARMA-1.22%
JIOFIN-1.15%
SBILIFE-1.01%
HDFCBANK-0.94%
BAJAJFINSV-0.9%
RELIANCE-0.84%
ONGC-0.74%
Sectors
Banking
-0.29%
IT
-0.16%
Pharma
-0.13%
Commodities & currency
Gold /10g MCX
Rs 148,790+3.3%
Silver /kg MCX
Rs 217,450+2.95%
USD/INR
95.12-0.22%
Today's events
Reserve Bank of India announces monetary policy decision and repo rate stance after three-day MPC meeting; market awaiting guidance on inflation, demand, and future rate trajectory
10:00 AM IST (estimated) • RBI Policy
Foreign institutional investors net buy ₹2,446 crore in Indian equities; domestic institutions sell ₹936 crore
Intraday • FII/DII
Up next
Post-RBI Market Reaction and FX/Commodity Review
— Post-RBI (Today)
Markets will digest RBI's policy stance and inflation commentary; rupee outlook and crude oil direction will remain in focus for Thursday's trading setup.
Yieldora insight
RBI Policy Day: Why This Matters for Your Fixed Deposits and Loan EMIs
With the RBI expected to hold rates steady at 5.25%, today's decision and commentary on inflation durability will signal whether rate cuts lie ahead. If the RBI hints at easing in coming months, FD rates may soften—making today an ideal time to lock in current yields. Conversely, if you're carrying a floating-rate home loan, understanding the RBI's inflation outlook helps you plan for potential EMI relief.
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Avg 12m return after similar dips
61%
Times market recovered within 6 months
6.6%
Below 52-week high right now
Based on Nifty 50 data 2010-2024. Past returns don't guarantee future results. Not investment advice.
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Why stocks moved, sector news, top headlines
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Why stocks moved
Top Gainers
SHRIRAMFIN (+3.23%)
Shriram Finance climbed 3.23% as rate-sensitive financials benefited from easing crude oil and positive FPI inflows ahead of a widely expected RBI pause.
- Lower crude oil prices reduce inflation pressure, supporting financial sector valuations
- Foreign investors' continued buying in Indian equities provides broad market support
GRASIM (+2.74%)
Grasim Industries gained 2.74%, tracking broader metal and industrial strength as commodity prices stabilized and market sentiment improved.
- Easing crude oil prices reduce raw material costs for industrial players
- Positive FPI inflows support large-cap industrial and diversified holdings
JSWSTEEL (+2.31%)
JSW Steel advanced 2.31% as metal stocks rallied on easing energy costs and expectation of steady monetary policy supporting demand.
- Lower crude prices support margin expansion in energy-intensive steel production
- RBI's expected pause signals monetary stability for industrial capex
Top Losers
TCS (-1.91%)
Tata Consultancy Services fell 1.91% as IT stocks faced profit-booking pressure and global growth concerns despite broader market strength.
- IT sector declined 0.16% as investors rotated away from software services into rate-sensitive financials
- Broader profit-taking in large-cap IT holdings ahead of RBI policy clarity
APOLLOHOSP (-1.55%)
Apollo Hospitals dropped 1.55% as healthcare stocks underperformed amid sector-wide weakness and potential profit-booking.
- Pharma and healthcare sectors declined 0.13% amid mixed demand signals
- Investor rotation from defensive healthcare to cyclicals on improved market sentiment
HCLTECH (-1.45%)
HCL Technologies declined 1.45% as IT stocks faced selling pressure, reflecting sector-wide profit-taking and concerns about global IT spending.
- IT sector underperformance (-0.16%) continues to weigh on mid-cap IT names
- Possible profit realization ahead of RBI policy announcement and earnings season
Sector news
Gaining Sectors
No gaining sector data today.
Declining Sectors
Banking (-0.29%)
Banking sector fell 0.29% despite broader market strength, as profit-taking and anticipation of the RBI's guidance on future rate moves weighed on sentiment.
- Banks' sensitivity to rate expectations makes them vulnerable ahead of RBI policy clarity
- Investors booking profits after recent rally, awaiting signals on future rate trajectory
IT (-0.16%)
IT sector declined 0.16% amid profit-booking and global growth headwinds, as investors rotated toward rate-sensitive and cyclical plays on easing crude prices.
- Broader market sentiment shifting from defensive IT to industrial and financial stocks
- Macro uncertainty and profit-taking in expensive IT valuations
Pharma (-0.13%)
Pharma sector slipped 0.13% as healthcare stocks underperformed; defensive positioning gave way to cyclical buying in metals and finance.
- Relative underperformance as investors seek higher returns in cyclicals and financials
- Mixed demand signals and profit-taking in pharma names offset by broader market gains
Top headlines
Sensex, Nifty rise in early trade as crude oil prices ease ahead of RBI policy Read article
Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Wednesday, driven by easing crude oil prices and continued foreign fund inflows amid anticipation of the RBI's monetary policy decision.
- Sensex rose 397.59 points to 78,826.54 and Nifty climbed 62.7 points to 24,677.60 in early trade
- Foreign institutional investors net bought ₹2,446 crore; RBI policy announcement expected later in the day with market consensus expecting repo rate to remain at 5.25%
GIFT Nifty jumps 170 pts, signals firm start for Sensex, Nifty as Wall Street hits record Read article
Indian benchmark indices are set to open higher on Wednesday, with GIFT Nifty signalling a firm start after Wall Street scaled fresh record highs overnight and Asian markets rallied on easing geopolitical tensions and sharp decline in crude oil prices.
- Global risk sentiment improving amid geopolitical easing and energy price decline providing tailwinds to Indian equities
- Investors closely watching RBI's monetary policy decision for guidance on inflation durability and future rate outlook
Firm opening seen for Nifty, Sensex; RBI likely to hold repo rate at 5.25% with neutral stance Read article
Markets are opening on a firm footing on Wednesday as the RBI's monetary policy decision takes centre stage. Analysts expect the central bank to hold the repo rate steady at 5.25% while retaining a neutral stance, with the pause aimed at preserving policy flexibility.
- RBI expected to maintain status quo on rates while providing commentary on inflation, domestic demand, crude prices, and rupee outlook
- Neutral stance signals RBI's intent to keep options open rather than committing to future rate cuts or hikes
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