Indian Equity Markets End The Day In Green
By HDFC Sky | Updated at: Jul 14, 2025 01:59 PM IST
Indian equity markets extended gains on Monday with major benchmark and thematic indices finishing in the green. Market sentiment was buoyed by a broad-based recovery in rate-sensitive sectors and consistent institutional buying. At 3:30 p.m., the Nifty 50 was up 227.9 points or 0.92% to close at 24,946.50, with 45 stocks advancing.
Key Index Performance as of 3:30 p.m.
| Index | Last Price | Change | % Change | Advances | Declines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24,946.50 | +227.90 | +0.92% | 45 | 5 |
| Nifty Next 50 | 67,472.15 | +493.10 | +0.74% | 39 | 11 |
| Nifty Bank | 55,944.90 | +417.55 | +0.75% | 11 | 1 |
| Nifty Financial Services | 26,554.75 | +219.15 | +0.83% | 17 | 3 |
| Nifty IT | 39,073.05 | +603.80 | +1.57% | 10 | 0 |
| Nifty Realty | 1,020.30 | +13.25 | +1.32% | 10 | 0 |
| Nifty Services Sector | 32,977.95 | +331.15 | +1.01% | 27 | 3 |
| India VIX | 14.84 | -0.24 | -1.60% | – | – |
Sectoral Highlights
- IT Sector: The Nifty IT index surged 1.57% led by strong performances from top-tier software exporters. The index reached a high of 39,258.40 during the session.
- Realty Sector: Nifty Realty outperformed with a 1.32 percent gain, tracking a rebound in property and housing finance stocks. All constituent stocks except one were in the green.
- Banking & Financials: Both Nifty Bank and Nifty Financial Services moved up sharply, rising 0.75 percent and 0.83% respectively, on expectations of improved credit growth following the RBI’s policy rate cut.
- Broader Markets: Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices also saw sustained buying. The Nifty Midcap 100 rose 0.93 percent while the Nifty Smallcap 100 added 0.95 percent.
Market Breadth and Volatility
Out of all stocks in the Nifty universe, 5,434 stocks advanced, while 2,574 declined, and 80 remained unchanged, indicating positive market breadth. India VIX, the volatility index, declined 1.60 percent to 14.84, suggesting reduced market fear and continued risk appetite.
One-Year and Monthly View
- The Nifty 50 has delivered a 5.34% return over the past 12 months.
- However, over the last 30 days, it is down 1.2%, reflecting some recent consolidation before today’s bounce.
Valuation Snapshot (Nifty 50)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price/Earnings | 22.22 |
| Price/Book | 3.60 |
| Dividend Yield | 1.19% |
As per the latest valuation snapshot, the Nifty 50 index is trading at a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 22.22, indicating moderate market optimism. The Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio stands at 3.60, reflecting strong investor confidence in underlying asset values. Meanwhile, the dividend yield is at 1.19%, offering a modest income stream for long-term investors.
Outlook
With domestic macroeconomic indicators stabilizing and global headwinds easing, analysts expect the bullish trend to continue in the near term, particularly in sectors like IT, Financials, and Real Estate. However, valuations remain a concern, especially in mid and small-cap stocks, warranting selective positioning. The markets await cues from upcoming FII flows, monsoon updates, and central bank commentary for further directional clarity.
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