Sensex, Nifty lift amid cautious optimism; Bank, Midcap rally | 15 Oct 2025
Sensex and Nifty gained on October 15 on strong bank buying and midcap rallies, supported by easing volatility reflected in India VIX. Investors remain watchful of technical support and global cues as अंतरराष्ट्रीय मुद्रा कोष projects robust Indian GDP growth, reinforcing cautious optimism.
Indian equity markets opened higher on 15 October with Sensex up 199.93 points at 82,229.91 and Nifty gaining 73.35 points to 25,218.85. Supported by strong buying in banks and midcaps, the market displayed cautious optimism amid easing volatility as India VIX fell 3.14%. Investors continue to monitor key technical support levels and global economic developments for directionIMF projects India’s GDP growth to lead Emerging Markets in 2025 and 2026, further bolstering sentiment.
Snapshot – 9:15 AM IST, 15 October 2025
| Index | Price | Change | % Chg |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENSEX | 82,229.91 | 199.93 | 0.24 |
| NIFTY 50 | 25,218.85 | 73.35 | 0.29 |
| NIFTY BANK | 56,658.30 | 161.85 | 0.29 |
| NIFTY IT | 35,264.10 | 49.25 | 0.14 |
| India VIX | 10.81 | -0.35 | -3.14 |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 58,506.90 | 182.50 | 0.31 |
| NIFTY Smallcap 100 | 17,952.30 | 12.15 | 0.07 |
Latest News & Trends
- Banking and midcap stocks rally amid improved liquidity and positive earnings momentum.
- Volatility eases as India VIX dips below 11, reflecting lower nervousness among traders.
- Investors monitor global developments including US debt talks and संयुक्त राष्ट्र संघ Ki economic outlooks.
- IT sector and large caps show moderate gains as select earnings reports support sentiments.
- Traders advised to watch for key supports near 25,050 and 24,950 on Nifty amid mixed volume and breadth.
Predictions & Watch Outs
- Nifty eyes fresh highs with resistance near 25,300 and crucial supports at 25,050–25,000.
- Sector focus: Banks and midcaps favored; cautious stance on defensives while awaiting Q2 earnings.
- Trade strategy: Maintain buy-on-dips approach with disciplined stop-losses amid mixed global cues.
