Sensex, Nifty Slide Further; IT Under Pressure, Volatility Up | Aug 1, 2025
Sensex and Nifty fell sharply mid-morning on August 1, 2025, with IT, midcap, and smallcap stocks leading declines. Volatility rises. Get market trends and outlook.
Sensex, Nifty Slide Further; IT Under Heavy Pressure, Volatility Rises | August 1, 2025, 11:45 AM IST
Indian equities extended their losses through the mid-morning session on Friday, August 1, 2025, as persistent global weakness and sectoral outflows weighed on sentiment. All major indices remained under pressure, with IT stocks leading the decline and volatility inching higher.
Market Snapshot – 11:45 AM IST
| Index | LTP | Change | % Chg |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENSEX | 80,887.89 | -297.69 | -0.37% |
| NIFTY 50 | 24,654.35 | -114.00 | -0.46% |
| NIFTY BANK | 55,823.40 | -138.55 | -0.25% |
| NIFTY IT | 34,805.75 | -495.85 | -1.40% |
| India VIX | 11.75 | +0.21 | +1.82% |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 56,997.70 | -402.85 | -0.70% |
| NIFTY Smallcap 100 | 17,832.95 | -133.90 | -0.75% |
Latest Market Trends & News
- IT stocks drag indices: Persistent selling in technology stocks saw Nifty IT drop 1.4% amid Q1 earnings concerns and global tech weakness.
- Benchmarks retreat: Sensex fell nearly 300 points and Nifty 50 lost 0.46% as losses broadened following weak cues from global markets and adverse FII flows.
- Volatility ticks up: India VIX climbed to 11.75 (+1.82%), highlighting increasing risk aversion and uncertainty among traders.
- Midcap and smallcap underperform: Heavier selling was observed in the broader market, with midcap and smallcap indices down 0.7–0.75%—a signal of deepening caution and ongoing profit-taking.
- Bank Nifty softer: Financials declined, but losses were less steep compared to the IT pack, suggesting selective sector rotation rather than broad panic.
What to Watch & Predictions
- Support and resistance: Nifty's next support zone is 24,600; a decisive break could trigger further downside toward 24,500. Key resistance stands around 24,800.
- IT & global tech focus: Watch movement in largecap IT stocks and US tech peers for hints of stabilization or further pressure.
- Broader market health: Track FII data and sectoral leadership; sustained midcap/smallcap weakness may accelerate if benchmarks do not stabilize soon.
- Volatility management: India VIX rising further could spur hedging activity and short-term volatility spikes. Caution is advised until risk appetite visibly returns.
- Macro triggers: Upcoming earnings, global economic data, and Fed commentary remain the main market movers for today.
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