Synopsis : Indian stock markets surged on Friday, tracking positive global cues, with benchmark indices posting strong early gains. Broader markets and sectoral indices rallied in unison, while ICICI Prudential AMC made a strong debut on Dalal Street.
Stock Market LIVE | Sensex Today | December 19, 2025:
Indian equity benchmarks opened sharply higher on Friday, buoyed by supportive global market signals, even as markets remain on track to close the week lower for the third consecutive session. Broad-based buying lifted sentiment across sectors, pushing headline indices firmly into positive territory.
At around 10:00 AM, the BSE Sensex surged 498.40 points (0.59%) to 84,980.21, while the NSE Nifty50 climbed 147.30 points (0.58%) to trade at 25,957.20, inching closer to the psychologically important 26,000 mark.
Stocks in Focus
Among the Sensex constituents, TMPV, Reliance Industries, BEL, Bajaj Finserv, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Eternal, and TCS emerged as top gainers, rising up to 1.78%.
On the downside, Tech Mahindra and HCL Technologies were the only stocks trading marginally lower in early deals.
Sectoral Performance
Buying was visible across the board, with all sectoral indices trading in the green:
Nifty Healthcare : up 1.5% (top performer)
Nifty Pharma : up 1.2%
Nifty Auto : up around 0.5–0.57%
Broader Market Strength
The broader market also reflected improved risk appetite:
Nifty Midcap index : up 0.45%
Nifty Smallcap index : up 0.47%
IPO Buzz
Fresh listing action added to market excitement as ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company debuted at a 20% premium over its issue price. Meanwhile, Ola Electric shares surged nearly 9%, grabbing investor attention.
Key Global and Domestic Triggers
Investors remain watchful ahead of major macroeconomic data releases:
UK retail sales data
ECB wage tracker from the euro area
US Federal Reserve balance sheet data
Domestically, market participants are awaiting the RBI MPC meeting minutes and India’s foreign exchange reserve data, which could influence near-term market direction.
Disclaimer : This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to market risks; readers are advised to consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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