Sensex, Nifty Gain Midday; IT and Midcap Surge, Volatility Rises | Aug 25, 2025
Sensex and Nifty climb by midday August 25, 2025. IT and midcap indices lead the rally, while volatility ticks higher. See key trends, sectors, and what to watch next.
Sensex, Nifty Gain Midday; IT and Midcap Surge, Volatility Rises | August 25, 2025, 12:35 PM IST
Indian equity benchmarks extended their morning rally by midday Monday, August 25, 2025, driven by strong gains in IT, midcap, and frontline indices. Sensex jumped 359.63 points (+0.44%) to 81,666.48 and Nifty 50 surged 110.30 points (+0.44%) to 24,980.40. IT stocks posted outsized gains, propelling broader market momentum, while volatility increased.
Market Snapshot – 12:35 PM IST
| Index | LTP | Change | % Chg |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENSEX | 81,666.48 | +359.63 | +0.44% |
| NIFTY 50 | 24,980.40 | +110.30 | +0.44% |
| NIFTY BANK | 55,203.65 | +54.25 | +0.10% |
| NIFTY IT | 36,389.65 | +948.80 | +2.68% |
| India VIX | 11.98 | +0.25 | +2.13% |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 57,884.60 | +254.85 | +0.44% |
| NIFTY Smallcap 100 | 17,959.40 | +39.90 | +0.22% |
Midday Market News & Key Trends
- IT stocks ignite rally: Nifty IT soared nearly 2.7%, pushing the market higher as heavyweight tech names saw robust buying.
- Broad participation: Midcap (+0.44%) and smallcap (+0.22%) index moves supported the rally, while Bank Nifty eked mild gains (+0.10%).
- Spike in volatility: India VIX climbed above 11.9 (+2.13%), hinting at potential sharp swings and heightened trader activity.
- Sector rotation: Momentum spread to consumption, healthcare, pharma, and capital goods, sustaining widespread market optimism.
What to Watch This Afternoon
- Key resistance and support: Watch Nifty near 25,000 for breakout attempts; Sensex eyeing 81,700–81,800 band. India VIX movement could indicate risk-off shifts.
- Sector alerts: IT, midcap, and smallcap stocks remain pivotal for leadership. Bank Nifty could see catch-up if momentum persists.
- Macro cues: Stay mindful of FII/DII flows, global policy headlines, and major earnings results for new trends and opportunities.
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