Sensex, Nifty Gain Modestly Midday; IT Leads, Banks Lag | Aug 12, 2025
Sensex and Nifty inch higher midday on August 12, 2025, driven by IT sector gains. Banks remain under pressure. Midcap and small cap indices edge up.
Sensex, Nifty Gain Modestly Midday; IT Sector Leads, Bank Stocks Weigh | August 12, 2025, 12:45 PM IST
Indian equity markets traded cautiously yet positively into midday on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. The Sensex rose 79.30 points (+0.10%) to 80,683.38, and the Nifty 50 gained 25.70 points (+0.10%) to 24,610.75, supported by robust buying in the IT sector. However, banking stocks lagged, with Nifty Bank slipping 0.25%, reflecting ongoing sector pressure amid macro uncertainties.
Market Snapshot – 12:34 PM IST
| Index | LTP | Change | % Chg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensex | 80,683.38 | +79.30 | +0.10% |
| Nifty 50 | 24,610.75 | +25.70 | +0.10% |
| Nifty Bank | 55,369.80 | -140.95 | -0.25% |
| Nifty IT | 34,810.00 | +265.35 | +0.77% |
| India VIX | 12.22 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Nifty Midcap 100 | 56,527.65 | +48.65 | +0.09% |
| Nifty Smallcap 100 | 17,567.70 | +76.00 | +0.43% |
Market News and Midday Trends
- IT sector rallies: Nifty IT surged 0.77%, leading market gains with strong buying in leading tech stocks amid positive global cues and sector rotation.
- Banks under pressure: Nifty Bank declined 0.25%, weighed down by profit booking and cautious positioning ahead of key economic data releases.
- Modest midcap and smallcap gains: Reflecting selective risk-taking, midcap and smallcap indices advanced moderately, adding breadth to the recovery.
- Volatility steady: India VIX remained unchanged, suggesting a balanced risk sentiment despite cautious investor mood.
- Macro backdrop: Markets remain cautious ahead of India’s inflation data and global developments, including US economic indicators and trade talks.
What to Watch Ahead
- Key support and resistance: Nifty support lies near 24,550; resistance expected around 24,650–24,700. Sensex seen holding above the 80,600 mark.
- Sector focus: IT stocks to remain in spotlight for sustainable gains; watch banking for signs of stabilization. Midcaps/smallcaps could provide tactical opportunities amid cautious sentiment.
- Volatility management: Steady VIX suggests measured trading; investors should maintain disciplined risk controls given ongoing macro uncertainties.
- Upcoming catalysts: Inflation data release, corporate earnings updates, and foreign institutional investor flows expected to influence afternoon trading sentiment.
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