Sensex, Nifty open flat | 19 September 2025

Sensex, Nifty trade muted as pharma, IT lead gains. Key levels, trends and what to watch 19 September 2025.

Sensex, Nifty Flat; Pharma & IT Lead Gains | 19 September 2025, 9:10 am IST

Indian equities opened flat following three days of gains as global optimism faded after the US Federal Reserve rate cut and hawkish commentary dampened sentiment. The Sensex dipped to 82,946.04 (-67.92), while Nifty slipped to 25,410.20 (-13.40). Pharma and IT sectors showed resilience, with defensive rotation in play.

Snapshot – 9:10 am IST, 19 September 2025

IndexPriceChange% Chg
Nifty 5025,410.20-13.40-0.05
BSE Sensex82,946.04-67.92-0.08
Nifty Bank55,647.95-79.50-0.14
  • Pharma and IT outperform, while Realty and PSU Banks lag.
  • GIFT Nifty points to a muted, slightly negative open.
  • Federal Reserve rate cut fails to boost momentum as Powell signals caution.
  • Broader markets remain firm, with positive FII and DII inflows.
  • India VIX remains low, signaling stable volatility conditions.

Predictions & Watch Outs

  • Nifty support: 25,300–25,150; resistance: 25,500–25,550.
  • Sector focus: Defensive rotation toward pharma, IT; avoid PSU Banks, Realty.
  • Trade strategy: Favor stock-specific plays over index bets; monitor for profit-booking and choppy moves near resistance.
    Brand: Streak analytics – Rotation to defensive names, moderate risk advised.