Stock Market Closing Bell 5 August 2025: Nifty Ends Flat Ahead of RBI Policy; Global Cues Mixed
By CapitalKeeper | Closing Bell | Indian Equity | Market Moves That Matter
Indian stock market closed marginally lower on 5 August 2025 as Nifty settled at 24,649 ahead of RBI policy. Bank Nifty and Sensex also ended weak; global cues remain mixed with US jobs data in focus.
Closing Bell Report – 5 August 2025: Markets Await RBI Policy Amid Global Caution
The Indian stock market ended Tuesday’s session on a subdued note, with major indices closing marginally lower amid investor caution ahead of the RBI Monetary Policy decision. Despite intraday volatility, Nifty 50 managed to hold above the 24,600 level, while Bank Nifty and Sensex extended mild losses. Fin Nifty also closed slightly in the red, signaling muted activity in the broader financial space.
🔢 Index Summary
| Index | Open | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24,720.25 | 24,649.55 | 🔻 -70.70 pts (-0.29%) |
| Bank Nifty | 55,545.05 | 55,360.25 | 🔻 -184.80 pts (-0.33%) |
| Sensex | 80,946.43 | 80,710.25 | 🔻 -236.18 pts (-0.29%) |
| Fin Nifty | 26,434.70 | 26,373.50 | 🔻 -61.20 pts (-0.23%) |
📌 Market Highlights
RBI Policy Looms Large
- Investors adopted a wait-and-watch approach ahead of the upcoming RBI Monetary Policy announcement.
- Consensus expectation is for a status quo on repo rates, but focus remains on liquidity stance and inflation commentary.
Volatility in Banking Index
- Bank Nifty traded volatile, with PSU banks attempting intraday recoveries while private lenders like HDFC Bank and Kotak Bank stayed weak.
- Short positions continued to build in select banking futures.
Sector Rotation in Play
- Auto and FMCG stocks attracted fresh buying, providing support to Nifty.
- IT and Metal stocks witnessed profit booking amid mixed global cues.
🌍 Global Cues
- US Markets: Futures indicate a flat start after mixed closes on Monday; focus on upcoming jobs and CPI data.
- European Markets: Trading positive as bond yields eased, but investors remain cautious ahead of US data.
- Asian Markets: Nikkei gained 0.8% on strong earnings; Hang Seng and Shanghai closed lower on weak Chinese PMI.
- Commodities:
- Crude Oil steady around $82.90/bbl amid supply concerns.
- Gold prices at $2,385/oz; safe haven buying continues.
- Currency: INR stable at ₹83.75/$, awaiting RBI guidance.
📊 Sectoral Performance
| Sector | Performance | Key Movers |
|---|---|---|
| Auto | 🔼 Positive | Tata Motors, M&M, Bajaj Auto |
| FMCG | 🔼 Positive | ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Nestle |
| PSU Banks | ⚖️ Mixed | Bank of Baroda strong; SBI flat |
| Private Banks | 🔻 Weak | HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra, Axis |
| IT | 🔻 Negative | Infosys, TCS dragged indices |
| Metals | 🔻 Weak | JSW Steel, Hindalco corrected |
🔥 Top Gainers (NSE Nifty 50)
- Indusind Bank – ₹819.15 (+1.88%) – momentum continues on robust
- Titan – ₹3,418.20 (+1.84%) – Positive outlook on rural demand .
- SBI Life – ₹1857.00 (+1.39%) – defensive play ahead of policy uncertainty.
- Maruti – ₹12,537.00 (+1.39%) – Sales volume growth.
- Trent – ₹5,317.00 (+1.31%) – Continued buying interest.
💔 Top Losers (NSE Nifty 50)
- ICICI Bank – ₹1,444.40 (-1.28%) – Pre-policy profit booking continues.
- Infosys – ₹1,460.30 (-1.36%) – IT sector remains weak amid global uncertainty.
- JSW Steel – ₹880.00 (-0.9%) – Pressure on metals from weak China data.
- Reliance – ₹1,391.70 (-1.40%) – Marginal selling in private lenders.
- Adani Ent – ₹2,328.60 (-1.50%) – Lack of momentum.
📈 Technical View – Nifty & Bank Nifty
Nifty 50
- Support: 24,600 – 24,500
- Resistance: 24,750 – 24,880
- Comment: Consolidation near lower band; breakout above 24,750 needed for upside momentum.
Bank Nifty
- Support: 55,200 – 55,000
- Resistance: 55,800 – 56,000
- Comment: PSU banks holding firm, but private banks weigh on index performance.
🧠 Derivatives & FII Data
- Nifty Futures: OI suggests mild short buildup; key Put support at 24,600 and Call resistance at 24,800.
- Bank Nifty Futures: OI concentrated at 55,000 Put and 56,000 Call, indicating tight range trade.
- FII/DII Flow: FIIs net sellers in cash segment; DIIs absorbed selling with selective buying in autos and FMCG.
🗓️ Key Events to Watch
- RBI Monetary Policy Outcome – Due later this week; will set tone for August series.
- US Jobs Data – To guide global risk appetite.
- Crude Oil Movement – Key input cost factor for Indian macros.
CapitalKeeper Insight
Markets remain in consolidation mode with event-driven volatility expected ahead of RBI’s announcement. While Nifty’s ability to hold 24,600 is encouraging, decisive breakout above 24,750–24,800 is crucial for the next leg of rally. Auto and FMCG sectors continue to show relative strength, while banking remains range-bound. Traders should maintain light positions and hedge exposures until policy clarity emerges.
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