Sensex, Nifty End Lower as IT Drags; Smallcaps Rally | July 14, 2025
Sensex and Nifty slip at close on July 14, 2025, led by IT losses. Smallcaps surge. Get live Indian stock market closing updates and sector trends.
Sensex, Nifty End Lower as IT Drags; Small caps Rally
Indian stock markets closed in the red on Monday, July 14, 2025, as persistent weakness in IT stocks weighed on the indices, while small caps bucked the trend with robust gains.
| Index | Price | Change | % Chg |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIFTY 50 | 25,082.30 | -67.55 | -0.27% |
| SENSEX | 82,253.46 | -247.01 | -0.30% |
| NIFTY BANK | 56,765.35 | +10.65 | +0.02% |
| NIFTY IT | 37,273.70 | -419.55 | -1.11% |
| BSE SMALLCAP | 54,796.82 | +312.06 | +0.57% |
Market Highlights
- IT stocks led the decline: Nifty IT dropped 1.11% as HCLTech, TCS, and Infosys extended losses following weak Q1 results and ongoing global tech sector pressure.
- Sensex and Nifty 50 both closed lower for the fourth consecutive session, reflecting continued caution amid global tariff concerns and lackluster earnings.
- Bank Nifty managed a marginal gain, supported by select private lenders, even as overall financials remained subdued.
- Smallcaps outperformed: The BSE Smallcap index surged 0.57%, with investors rotating into broader market stocks seeking value and growth opportunities.
- Sectoral action: While IT, auto, and FMCG stocks lagged, PSU banks, media, and healthcare indices showed relative strength.
Key Factors Influencing the Market
- Global trade tensions and the absence of a US-India trade deal continued to keep risk appetite in check.
- Earnings season: Disappointing results from major IT firms weighed on sentiment, with more Q1 numbers expected this week.
- Macro triggers: Investors are awaiting inflation data and RBI policy cues, which could set the tone for the coming sessions.
Stocks & Sectors to Watch
- HCLTech, TCS, Infosys: Ongoing IT sector pressure.
- DMart, DLF, RailTel: Corporate news and earnings in focus.
- Small-cap movers: Select stocks in the broader market delivered strong gains, defying the large-cap weakness.
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