Indian Stock Market Closing Bell 25 November 2025: Bears Keep Control as Nifty Slips Below 25,900
Updated: 25 November 2025
Category: Closing Bell | Market Analysis
By CapitalKeeper Research Desk
Indian stock market closed weak on 25 November 2025 with Nifty at 25,884.80 and Sensex at 84,587.01. Bank Nifty also ended lower. Read full Closing Bell report with global cues, sector trends, technical analysis, RSI, MACD, volume check, FAQs, and more.
📉 Market Summary: A Weak Close Ahead of Key Global Signals
Indian equities ended the session on a subdued note as profit booking, weak global cues, and cautious sentiment ahead of major macro data weighed on the indices. Despite a positive start, markets gradually drifted into weakness throughout the day.
Here are the index moves for the session:
| Index | Open | Close | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,998.50 | 25,884.80 | ▼ 113.70 |
| Bank Nifty | 58,925.65 | 58,820.30 | ▼ 105.35 |
| Sensex | 85,008.93 | 84,587.01 | ▼ 421.92 |
| Fin Nifty | 27,538.95 | 27,409.40 | ▼ 129.55 |
The broader market mirrored the headline weakness, with Midcap and Smallcap indices ending flat to mildly negative. Sectoral indices remained mixed, while PSU banks saw selective buying interest.
📌 Key Domestic Cues Driving Today’s Market
1️⃣ F&O expiry week volatility
Being the expiry week, trading volumes were heavy, but directional clarity was missing. Traders preferred staying light on positions.
2️⃣ Crude oil easing
Brent crude drifted below $78/barrel—supportive for Indian macros, but it failed to lift sentiment due to global uncertainty.
3️⃣ RBI commentary expectations
Markets await the next RBI policy cues, with expectations of:
- No rate hikes
- A mild upward revision in FY26 growth outlook
4️⃣ Mixed corporate announcements
Earnings season tail-end saw a few stock-specific reactions, mainly in:
- FMCG
- Pharma
- NBFC space
🌍 Global Market Check: Sentiment Still Cautious
Global markets were mostly range-bound to weak, influenced by the following factors:
🟦 US Market
- Dow Futures slightly negative
- Investors await key PCE inflation data
- Treasury yields remain stable but elevated
🟥 European Market
- FTSE, DAX, CAC opened lower
- Geopolitical tensions and disappointing manufacturing numbers weighed on sentiment
🟩 Asian Market
- Nikkei reversed early gains
- Hang Seng volatile amid tech pressure
- Shanghai Composite traded flattish
Overall, global markets provided no strong directional support, keeping Indian indices subdued.
📊 Sector-Wise Performance Snapshot
🔻 Weak Sectors
- IT: Dollar strengthening pressured the tech pack
- Metal: China demand outlook still uncertain
- Auto: Mild profit booking after recent rallies
🔺 Positive Sectors (Selective Buying)
- PSU Banks: News flows around potential reforms kept interest alive
- FMCG: Defensive stocks saw accumulation
- Pharma: Stable movement with mild upside
📈 Technical Analysis: Nifty, Bank Nifty & Fin Nifty
🔵 Nifty 50: 25,884.80 (Down 113.70 pts)
Key Technical Observations
- Nifty closed below the intraday support of 25,900, indicating mild short-term weakness.
- The index is finding resistance near 26,050–26,150.
- Immediate support lies at 25,780, followed by 25,650.
RSI
- RSI near 48 indicates neutral-to-weak momentum.
MACD
- MACD line below signal line—bearish crossover intact.
Volume
- Higher selling volumes observed in the second half indicate short-term caution.
🟠 Bank Nifty: 58,820.30 (Down 105.35 pts)
Key Insight
Bank Nifty tried to sustain above 58,900, but selling pressure pulled it down.
Levels to Watch
- Support: 58,400 / 58,050
- Resistance: 59,200 / 59,550
RSI
- Hovering near 47, indicating range-bound movement.
MACD
- Sideways momentum persists, neither strongly bullish nor bearish.
Volume
- PSU bank counter volumes were higher compared to private banks.
🟢 Fin Nifty: 27,409.40 (Down 129.55 pts)
The index remained under pressure due to weakness in:
- NBFCs
- Insurance majors
- Select private banks
Tech Levels
- Support: 27,320 / 27,180
- Resistance: 27,600 / 27,720
🏦 Sensex Closing Overview: 84,587.01
Sensex logged a 421-point drop, dragged by:
- HDFC Bank
- TCS
- ICICI Bank
- Infosys
- Reliance
Heavyweights contributed majorly to the downside.
💬 Market Sentiment Overview
The overall mood remained neutral-to-cautious due to:
- Absence of strong global cues
- Expiry week volatility
- Institutional selling in select sectors
FII/DII Trend
- FIIs continued mild selling
- DIIs provided support but not strong enough to lift the indices
📅 What to Expect Tomorrow?
Potential Drivers
- Overnight US data
- Crude oil pricing
- FII flow trend
- Expiry positioning
- Banking sector stock movement
Market Tone
- Expect a range-bound session with volatility
- Nifty must hold 25,780 for stability
- Bank Nifty needs 58,400 support to avoid further downside
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- Trading Psychology Series
- Technical Indicator Guide (RSI, MACD, Volume)
❓ FAQs: Closing Bell – 25 November 2025
1. Why did Nifty close in the red today?
Weak global cues, expiry week volatility, and profit booking kept upside limited.
2. Which sectors performed better?
FMCG, PSU banks, and pharma showed selective strength.
3. What levels are crucial for Nifty tomorrow?
Support at 25,780, resistance near 26,050.
4. How did global markets influence Indian equities?
Cautious global sentiment, weak European opening, and US inflation concerns dragged Indian markets.
5. Should traders remain cautious this week?
Yes, due to F&O expiry, global data releases, and institutional selling patterns.
📌 Closing Note
Despite a positive open, Indian markets lacked conviction throughout the day as global uncertainty and heavyweights’ weakness kept indices under pressure. With key macro triggers ahead, traders should maintain a disciplined, risk-managed approach.tay selective, avoid chasing momentum, and focus on fundamentally strong sectors that continue attracting institutional interest.
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