This week’s market story was defined by corporate, policy, and macroeconomic catalysts: Infosys stunned investors with a record ₹18,000 crore buyback, while US Fed rate-cut expectations and positive India-US trade progress boosted sentiment; a defence sector rally, driven by fresh large-order wins, added momentum; mixed FII selling and strong DII buying underscored domestic confidence; gold and silver hit record highs on safe-haven demand, industrial silver use, and central bank purchases; and despite strong gains, risks from Fed disappointment, persistent FII outflows, high valuations, and global recession concerns pose clear headwinds.

Welcome to today’s “What moved the Market” show. I'm your host Prem. It’s Friday, September twelfth, twenty twenty-five, and here is everything you need to know as the markets close for today.

Starting with the day’s market performance summary, the Nifty Fifty closed at twenty-five thousand one hundred fourteen, rising one hundred eight points or zero point four three percent. It tested resistance near twenty-five thousand one hundred forty levels but could not close above decisively. The Sensex finished at eighty-one thousand nine hundred four, up three hundred fifty-six points or zero point four four percent. The Bank Nifty ended near fifty-four thousand four hundred, gaining about zero point seven percent and tested resistance near fifty-four thousand eight hundred levels. The Indian rupee closed steady at around eighty-eight point three against the US dollar, hovering near its recent lows. The overall sentiment was optimistic, supported by strong sectoral buying and positive global cues.

Moving to top gainers and losers, Bharat Electronics gained nearly four percent on robust earnings, along with Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, and Axis Bank rallying. On the downside, Eternal, Hindustan Unilever, and Asian Paints fell up to two percent amid sector rotation. Mid and small-cap stocks were mixed. The Urban Company IPO was a highlight, closing with an oversubscription of over twenty-five times, reflecting very strong investor demand ahead of its listing planned for next week.

Regarding support and resistance, Nifty Fifty held support near twenty-four thousand nine hundred, while resistance was tested near twenty-five thousand one hundred forty. Bank Nifty’s support remained at fifty-four thousand with resistance at fifty-four thousand eight hundred, suggesting potential consolidation going into the next trading week.

Sector-wise, metal stocks led gains with strong performances from Hindustan Copper and Hindustan Zinc. PSU banks and select IT counters also outperformed, while FMCG and real estate lagged due to profit booking.

On the regulatory front, SEBI’s consultation paper proposing phasing out weekly FnO expiry led to some pressure on capital market stocks like BSE and AngelOne yesterday, but these declines were muted and not extended through today. Traders continue monitoring this development closely.

Commodity update: Crude oil prices remained steady. Gold closed slightly higher in INR, reversing a recent decline, while silver had a stellar day, rising nearly three percent in INR terms after several days of stability. Base metals had a mixed day with demand remaining stable.

Geopolitically, tensions persist in the Middle East, mildly affecting energy-related sectors. Meanwhile, ongoing US-India trade talks continue to keep sentiment constructive.

Technically, key levels to watch for coming trading sessions are support at twenty-four thousand nine hundred and resistance near twenty-five thousand one hundred forty for Nifty Fifty. Bank Nifty’s immediate zones are support near fifty-four thousand and resistance around fifty-four thousand eight hundred. Market participants should look for clear breakouts for directional cues.

Your actionable takeaway: focus on well-performing sectors like metals and PSU banks, but maintain caution given the regulatory uncertainties around FnO trading and currency volatility. Employ tight stops around support zones and prepare for potentially volatile sessions early next week.

Markets open next on Monday, enjoy your weekend.

That’s all for today’s wrap. Stay tuned for Monday morning’s market update, and do send your questions and thoughts. Have a great evening!

Welcome to today’s “What will move the Market” show. I'm your host Prem. It’s Friday, September 12th, 2025, and here is everything you need to know as the markets open for today.

Let’s start with the Wall Street Overnight Recap. US stocks surged to record highs, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing 1.3% and closing above 46000 for the first time. The Standard and Poor’s 500 gained 0.9%, while the Nasdaq Composite added about 0.7%—both setting all-time records. The rally was powered by inflation data matching expectations and growing optimism that the Federal Reserve is set to cut rates as soon as next week. Top movers in the US included Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance, both soaring on takeover speculation, while Oracle slipped after recent gains cooled. Tesla and Micron also saw strong upward momentum in trades, while AMD and Netflix lagged as tech consolidation set in. The overall mood was upbeat, setting a positive global tone.

Switching to Indian ADR Performance, most major counters traded mixed overnight. Infosys ADRs declined slightly, about 0.2%, while ICICI Bank slipped by about 0.5%. HDFC Bank ADRs ticked up by just over 0.5%, and Tata Motors held steady. These signals suggest a neutral to mildly positive opening bias for Indian IT and banking stocks, but traders are watching closely as fresh cues may emerge during today’s session.

Moving now to Asian Markets and Gift Nifty. Major Asian indices opened higher, tracking Wall Street’s gains. The Nikkei achieved a new record, rising 0.4%, while Shanghai Composite advanced by 1.5%. The Hang Seng was mildly positive, supported by tech stocks and easing monetary policy signals from the People’s Bank of China. Early prints from Gift Nifty are indicating a positive open for Indian markets, quoted just above 25100. Asian sentiment remains constructive with fresh investor inflows into equities and renewed hopes for a US interest rate cut.

On to Key Global News and Geopolitics. It’s a relatively quiet morning globally, but the US inflation release and a spike in jobless claims have increased bets for monetary easing worldwide. No major central bank policy moves or geopolitical shocks occurred overnight, but investors remain alert to ongoing Middle East tensions and President Trump’s renewed tariff rhetoric—both potential triggers for energy and commodity markets.

Turning to Indian Market Headlines and Pre-Open Cues. Domestic sentiment is strong, coming off a streak of rallies. The big headline for the day is Infosys, which has announced its largest-ever buyback at a 19% premium, likely lifting the IT sector. FII flows have remained supportive, especially into financials and energy stocks, while domestic institutions continue net buying. Among sectors, oil and gas, PSU banks, and select auto stocks may move today.

Now, let’s cover Technical Levels and Trading Setups. The Nifty Fifty’s support is found at twenty-four thousand nine hundred, with resistance at twenty-five thousand one hundred. A strong break above resistance could drive momentum towards twenty-five thousand two hundred. The Bank Nifty’s key support is at fifty-four thousand, resistance stands at fifty-four thousand five hundred. Traders will be watching for a decisive pattern in either index, as momentum could shift rapidly on fresh news or earnings action.

Here is your Actionable Idea or Day Plan. Given the positive global cues and strong domestic flows, the day looks promising for high-conviction large caps in oil, gas, and PSU banking sectors. IT stocks could see short-term volatility driven by the Infosys buyback. For traders, consider tactical buying with strict stop-losses near marked support zones, and avoid excessive leverage as news and data releases could spark sudden swings.

That wraps up this morning’s show. Stay tuned for the evening wrap, and send in your questions or market thoughts. Trade smart and have a profitable day ahead!