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Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty at 25,600, Sensex up 160 pts; PowerGrid, Adani Ports, Asian Paints Top Gainers

Mumbai, June 27, 2025 – Indian equity markets opened positively on Thursday, with both benchmark indices—the Nifty 50 and the Sensex—trading higher amid strong global cues, healthy institutional inflows, and sectoral support. The Nifty 50 rose above the 25,600 mark for the first time, while the BSE Sensex surged 160 points, reflecting overall market optimism.

📈 Market at a Glance

As of 11:30 AM IST:

  • Nifty 50: 25,620.45 (+68.25 points, +0.27%)
  • Sensex: 84,225.78 (+160.14 points, +0.19%)
  • Nifty Bank: 56,450.90 (+0.35%)
  • India VIX: 12.45 (-1.7%) – indicating lower market volatility

The broader markets also showed strength with the Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100 indices trading in the green.

🏆 Top Gainers Today

Several heavyweight stocks led the rally:

  • PowerGrid Corporation: +3.5%
    Buoyed by strong Q1 outlook and government push for power infrastructure upgrades.
  • Adani Ports & SEZ: +3.1%
    Gains came after the company announced record cargo handling data and plans for overseas expansion.
  • Asian Paints: +2.9%
    The stock rebounded on hopes of strong monsoon-led rural demand and stable input costs.

Other notable gainers include LTIMindtree, Coal India, and HDFC Bank.

📉 Top Losers

On the flip side, some stocks faced selling pressure:

  • Bajaj Auto: -1.8% – due to weaker-than-expected June dispatch estimates
  • ITC Ltd: -1.2% – profit booking post recent rally
  • Hero MotoCorp: -1.0% – analysts cut price targets amid EV competition concerns

🌍 Global Market Influence

Asian markets were mixed but mostly positive. Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Hang Seng in Hong Kong posted modest gains after Wall Street’s upbeat close. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose overnight due to easing inflation concerns, strengthening the bulls’ sentiment in Indian markets.

US bond yields also remained steady, easing fears of an aggressive interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve.

🔍 Sector-Wise Performance

  • Power & Utilities: Led by PowerGrid, NTPC, and Tata Power, this sector surged over 2%
  • Infrastructure & Ports: Adani Ports’ gains lifted sentiment across logistics and infra counters
  • Paints & FMCG: Asian Paints, Berger Paints, and HUL saw strong buying ahead of the monsoon season

IT stocks saw mixed movement, while auto and pharma remained under pressure.

🧾 Institutional Buying

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued to remain net buyers for the fourth consecutive session, injecting approximately ₹1,220 crore on June 26. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) also added ₹785 crore to the market, showing consistent confidence in Indian equities.

💬 Expert Commentary

“The Nifty’s break above the 25,600 level reflects strong market sentiment, driven by FII flows and stability in global macros. Investors are now eyeing the upcoming Q1 earnings season,” said Ravi Singhal, CEO of GCL Broking.

“Power and infrastructure themes are expected to dominate in the coming quarters, especially with the government’s CAPEX push in Budget 2025,” noted Kavita Shah, market analyst at Angel One.

🔮 What to Watch Ahead

  • June F&O expiry today could bring in volatility in the second half
  • US Q1 GDP data due later tonight might influence global risk appetite
  • Crude Oil Prices have softened below $80/barrel, which is positive for India’s import bill
  • Rupee vs Dollar: Stable at 83.45, giving comfort to FIIs and exporters alike

📊 Technical Outlook

  • Nifty Resistance: 25,700–25,750 zone
  • Nifty Support: 25,450–25,400
  • Sensex Resistance: 84,500
  • Sensex Support: 83,800

Momentum indicators such as the RSI (Relative Strength Index) and MACD are in bullish territory for both indices, indicating possible continuation of the uptrend.

💡 Investor Takeaway

This positive sentiment in the stock market signals strength in India’s economic fundamentals and investor trust. With sectors like power, infra, and FMCG leading the way and foreign investments flowing in steadily, the market is poised to remain bullish—barring any unexpected global shock.

However, short-term traders should remain cautious of F&O expiry-related volatility and global data triggers. Long-term investors may look at quality stocks in energy, infrastructure, and banking sectors for accumulation.


Conclusion
The Indian stock market on June 27, 2025, showed remarkable strength with Nifty crossing 25,600 and Sensex climbing over 160 points. PowerGrid, Adani Ports, and Asian Paints emerged as top performers, backed by sectoral optimism and steady institutional buying. As macroeconomic indicators continue to support bullish momentum, investors are advised to stay informed and watch global triggers closely.