Synopsis : Indian benchmark indices traded in the red on Monday, with the Sensex falling over 300 points and the Nifty slipping below the 26,100 mark amid weak market cues. SmallCaps and MidCaps underperformed while India VIX climbed 3%, signalling rising market uncertainty.
Stock Market LIVE, December 8, 2025 :
Indian equities opened the week on a weaker note as the absence of fresh domestic triggers weighed on investor sentiment. By 11 AM, the BSE Sensex stood at 85,409.04, down 303.33 points (0.35%), while the NSE Nifty50 slipped 113.70 points (0.43%) to 26,072.75.
The broader markets followed the negative trend, with the Nifty MidCap index declining 0.39% and the Nifty SmallCap index falling 0.77%, reflecting pressure on non-large-cap segments. Market volatility also increased, with India VIX rising 3%, indicating heightened nervousness among traders.
Top Losers and Gainers
Heavyweights such as Bajaj Finance, BEL, NTPC, Asian Paints, Power Grid, Trent, Sun Pharma, and ICICI Bank led the decline on the Sensex, dragging the benchmark lower.
On the positive side, Eternal, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Tata Motors PV, Infosys, HCL Tech, Tata Steel, and Reliance Industries (RIL) emerged as key gainers, helping cushion deeper losses.
Sectoral Snapshot
Sectorally, the market tone remained mixed:
Top Losers:
Nifty Realty
Nifty PSU Bank
Nifty Pharma
These indices dropped between 0.3% and 0.5%, reflecting weakness across rate-sensitive and healthcare stocks.
Top Gainers:
Nifty IT (up 0.5%)
Nifty Metal
Strong performance from IT and metal counters offered some support amid broader market weakness.
With global signals muted and domestic cues limited, investors remained cautious, leading to range-bound yet downward-biased movements in equities.
Disclaimer : This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Market conditions can change rapidly; readers should perform their own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
