The BSE Sensex dropped 271.17 points or 0.33% to end at 82,059.42, while the NSE Nifty50 lost 74.95 points or 0.30%, closing at 24,944.85.
This decline was largely attributed to profit booking, especially in the IT and FMCG sectors.
Volatility also ticked up. The India VIX, which measures market volatility, rose 4.89% to 17.36, suggesting a cautious outlook among traders.
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Impact on the stock market
Despite the negative close for the benchmark indices, some sectors showed strength.
- Bank Nifty, Auto, Financial Services, Metal, Pharma, and Healthcare: Marginal gains
- FMCG, Media, Consumer Durables, Oil & Gas: Closed in the red
| Sector/Index | Performance |
| IT & BPM sector | -1.30% |
| Healthcare sector | 0.38% |
| Oil & Gas sector | -0.36% |
| Real estate sector | 2.26% |
| PSU Bank in India | 1.46% |
Top gainers today
| Company | Price (in ₹) | Change % |
| Bajaj Auto Share Price | 8,851.00 | 4.34 |
| Shriram Finance Share Price | 677.80 | 1.85 |
| Power Grid Corp Share Price | 304.05 | 1.28 |
| Hero Motocorp Share Price | 4,387.70 | 0.98 |
| Bajaj Finance Share Price | 9,255.50 | 0.97 |
Top losers today
| Company | Price (in ₹) | Change % |
| Eternal Share Price | 238.03 | -3.15 |
| Grasim Share Price | 2,727.00 | -2.75 |
| Infosys Share Price | 1,559.80 | -1.89 |
| TATA Cons. Prod Share Price | 1,149.30 | -1.60 |
| TCS Share Price | 3,518.80 | -1.19 |
Market aftermath: Impact on stocks
Oberoi Realty: Real estate momentum continues
Oberoi Realty surged 3.43% to ₹ 1,733.70, backed by strong trading volumes. The stock’s upward movement reflects continued investor confidence in the real estate sector, especially as broader indices like Nifty Realty led the gainers today.
The company reported:
- March 2025 revenue: ₹ 1,150.14 crore
- March 2025 net profit: ₹ 433.01 crore
- EPS: ₹ 11.91
Its 5-year journey shows significant growth:
- Revenue: ₹ 2,052 crore in FY21 to ₹ 5,286 crore in FY25
- Net profit: ₹ 736 crore in FY21 to ₹ 2,217 crore in FY25
- EPS: ₹ 20.33 to ₹ 61.21
- ROE: 7.89% to 14.17%
Havells India: Quiet rise, strong fundamentals
Havells India rose 0.56% to ₹ 1,586.20, with rising volumes showing strong investor interest. Though not a big gainer, Havells has posted steady financials that keep it on the radar for long-term investors.
Quarterly snapshot:
- March 2025 revenue: ₹ 6,543.56 crore
- Net profit: ₹ 517 crore
- EPS: ₹ 8.26
Annual numbers:
- FY25 revenue: ₹ 21,778 crore
- Net profit: ₹ 1,470 crore
- EPS: ₹ 23.49
- Debt-to-equity: 0.00 since FY23
Its clean balance sheet and consistent growth make it a staple for portfolios focusing on consumer durables.
Bajaj Auto: Speeding ahead with a 4.35% surge
Bajaj Auto jumped 4.35% to ₹ 8,851.50 amid high trading volumes. The stock’s surge mirrors strong fundamentals and momentum.
Key figures:
- EPS FY24: ₹ 272.70
- Net profit FY24: ₹ 7,440.65 crore
- Revenue FY24: ₹ 44,870.43 crore
- ROE: 26.61%
- Dividend per share: ₹ 80.00
Quarterly net profits have also stayed strong, with the latest December 2024 quarter at ₹ 2,195.65 crore. Low debt (D/E ratio of 0.06) adds to the company’s financial strength.
Global crude oil demand slows down
In macro news, oil demand growth is expected to weaken due to slower economic activity in India and China.
The IEA and US EIA both flagged that oil consumption growth may fall below 1 million barrels/day in both 2025 and 2026. This marks the third year in a row of subpar global oil demand growth, a trend not seen since before the pandemic.
- The US EIA expects Brent crude to average $62/barrel in H2 2025 and fall to $59/barrel in 2026
- IEA notes that the biggest slowdown will come from Asia, particularly India and China
- Trade tensions, lower container ship activity, and reduced freight movement are contributing factors
This softening in oil demand could ease inflationary pressures and indirectly support sectors like auto and logistics in the Indian markets.
Conclusion
The broader theme in today’s share market news was profit booking on the indices, while midcaps and select sectors like real estate, PSU banks, and auto saw buying.
- Sensex closed at 82,059, Nifty at 24,944
- Top performers: Bajaj Auto, Oberoi Realty, Power Grid
- Top laggards: Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra, Eternal
As India heads deeper into earnings season and global cues like crude oil and Fed rate expectations play out, investors should stay nimble. The market might be volatile, but the opportunities in sectors like real estate and auto are proving their worth.
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