Indian Market Weekly Review: 15th September -19th September 2025 | Scrolls
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by KarNivesh | 20 September, 2025
The Indian stock market had an eventful yet resilient week between September 15 and 19, 2025. Both benchmark indices—Sensex and Nifty—closed higher, marking their third straight week of gains, despite some caution in the final session.
The BSE Sensex gained 1.03%, finishing at 82,626 points, while the Nifty 50 rose 1.12% to end at 25,350 points. Market movement was largely shaped by the US Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates, fresh India-US trade negotiations, and strong domestic institutional support.
Market Performance
The week started on a soft note with the Sensex slipping on Monday as investors waited for the Fed meeting. By Tuesday, optimism returned, thanks to renewed trade talks between India and the US and hopes of a rate cut in America. The Sensex surged by 595 points, and Nifty crossed 25,200.
Wednesday and Thursday brought further strength as the Fed announced a 25 basis point rate cut, lifting both indices to two-month highs. The Sensex even touched 83,141 intraday, and Nifty crossed 25,450. However, Friday saw profit-booking, pulling markets slightly down.
Midcap and small-cap stocks outperformed the benchmarks, reflecting broader market participation.
Global & Domestic Drivers
Globally, US markets rallied after the Fed cut rates to 4.00–4.25%, the first reduction since December 2024. The Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all closed higher, particularly with tech stocks like Nvidia and Intel gaining.
On the domestic front, inflation saw a mild uptick with CPI at 2.07% in August, but still well within RBI’s comfort zone. Wholesale inflation also turned positive at 0.52%. The RBI maintained the repo rate at 5.50%, while continuing with its accommodative stance.
Corporate & Earnings Trends
The second quarter of FY25 proved tough for India Inc. Out of 167 companies analyzed, net profits grew only 5% year-on-year, compared to 16% in the same quarter last year. Sales growth slowed to 7%, the weakest in five quarters.
BFSI sector stood out, with 46 companies recording a 12.2% profit rise to ₹34,727 crore.
Public sector banks shined with 34% growth in profits due to lower provisioning.
IT companies like Infosys, TCS, and Wipro posted double-digit profit growth.
On the other hand, Reliance Industries reported a 4.8% decline in profits, while oil marketing firms saw a steep 92% drop.
IPO Buzz
The IPO market is heating up. As many as 25 companies are set to launch offerings in the week starting September 22, aiming to raise ₹6,323 crore (approx. $717 million).
Key issues include:
Seshaasai Technologies – ₹813 crore
Anand Rathi Share & Stock Brokers – ₹745 crore
Atlanta Electricals – ₹688 crore
The most anticipated: Tata Capital’s ₹17,200 crore IPO later in the month.
Commodities & Currency
Gold touched new highs above ₹1,09,624 per 10 grams, while silver surged to ₹1,28,800 per kg. Crude oil, however, slipped to ₹5,578 per barrel amid demand concerns.
The rupee traded in a tight band, ending at ₹88.16 per US dollar, pressured by persistent US tariffs on Indian exports.
Final word
Looking ahead, investors will watch for RBI’s October policy meeting, upcoming corporate earnings, and further progress in India-US trade talks. Sectors like banking, IT, and defense look set to remain in focus, while commodities like gold and silver may continue to shine.
Despite global uncertainties, strong domestic institutional support and low volatility suggest that the Indian markets could stay on a positive track.
The week showcased India’s market strength despite global headwinds. With IPOs lined up, rate cuts on the horizon, and festive season demand ahead, Dalal Street seems cautiously optimistic.
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