Indian Stock Market Closing Bell 8 Aug 2025 – Nifty Slips Below Yesterday’s Low, Bank Nifty Under Pressure
By CapitalKeeper | Closing Bell | Indian Equity | Market Moves That Matter
Indian stock market ended lower on 8 Aug 2025 as Nifty closed at 24,363.30, breaking yesterday’s low. Bank Nifty and Sensex also declined amid weak global cues and sectoral selling.
Indian Stock Market Closing Bell – 8 August 2025
Nifty breaks yesterday’s low, Sensex and Bank Nifty end in the red
The Indian equity market witnessed a sharp sell-off on Friday, 8 August 2025, as benchmark indices closed deep in the red, dragged by banking, IT, and metal stocks. The Nifty 50 slipped below yesterday’s low and ended at 24,363.30, down nearly 181 points from the opening, while the Bank Nifty shed over 600 points intraday before partially recovering. The overall market sentiment remained cautious as weak global cues, profit booking, and concerns over foreign fund outflows weighed on investors.
Market at Close – Key Highlights
- Nifty 50: Open – 24,544.25 | Close – 24,363.30 | Change: -0.74%
- Bank Nifty: Open – 55,609.35 | Close – 55,004.90 | Change: -1.08%
- Sensex: Open – 80,478.01 | Close – 79,857.79 | Change: -0.77%
- Fin Nifty: Open – 26,379.85 | Close – 26,167.35 | Change: -0.81%
The selling was broad-based, with more than 65% of Nifty constituents ending in the red. Defensive sectors like FMCG and Pharma witnessed some buying interest, while high-beta sectors such as Banks, Metals, and IT remained under pressure.
Sectoral Performance – Bears Dominate the Street
The NSE sectoral indices painted a largely negative picture:
- Nifty Bank: Down 1.08%, weighed by weakness in private lenders like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Axis Bank.
- Nifty IT: Down 1.25% as global tech weakness spilled over, with Infosys and Wipro among top losers.
- Nifty Metal: Down 1.4% amid concerns of slowing Chinese demand.
- Nifty FMCG: Up 0.3%, led by ITC and Hindustan Unilever.
- Nifty Pharma: Flat to positive as defensive buying emerged in Dr. Reddy’s and Cipla.
Top Gainers & Losers – Nifty 50
Top Gainers:
- NTPC (+1.52%) – Power demand outlook supported the stock.
- TITAN (+1.30%) – Defensive buying lifted the stock amid market weakness.
- Dr. Reddy’s (+0.88%) – Pharma space saw value buying.
Top Losers:
- BharatiArtl (-3.33%) – Weighed by Block Deal.
- AdaniEnt (-3.19%) – Weak Quarter-Ending decrease year-over-year.
- Indusind Bank (-3.08%) – Banking index dragger amid FII selling.
Market Cues – What Drove the Fall?
1. Global Market Weakness
Asian markets closed mixed, with Japan’s Nikkei falling over 1% and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng down 0.6%, while Shanghai Composite managed marginal gains. European markets opened lower, tracking concerns over global economic slowdown and mixed corporate earnings.
2. Profit Booking Ahead of Weekend
After Thursday’s sharp rebound, traders booked profits, especially in cyclical stocks. The Nifty’s inability to sustain above 24,500 triggered technical selling.
3. Weak FII Flows
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their selling streak, as provisional data suggested net outflows of around ₹1,200 crore. This added to the selling pressure on large-cap banking and IT names.
4. Bond Yield & Currency Moves
The Indian Rupee weakened slightly to ₹83.02 per US dollar, adding pressure on import-heavy sectors. Meanwhile, 10-year bond yields hovered near 7.14%, indicating cautious investor sentiment.
Technical View – Nifty & Bank Nifty
Nifty 50 Analysis
- Support: 24,300 – 24,250 zone (today’s low & crucial demand area)
- Resistance: 24,500 – 24,600 zone (yesterday’s recovery level)
- Outlook: Nifty breaking yesterday’s low is a sign of short-term weakness. A close below 24,300 may open the door for a test of 24,150 in the coming sessions.
Bank Nifty Analysis
- Support: 54,800 – 54,650
- Resistance: 55,300 – 55,500
- Outlook: The index formed a bearish candle but held the 55,000 mark. If this level is breached, further downside towards 54,500 is possible.
Global Market Recap – Mixed Signals for Next Week
- US Markets: Wall Street futures traded flat ahead of US inflation data, which could influence the Fed’s rate path.
- Europe: German DAX and French CAC opened lower amid weak industrial production data.
- Asia: Mixed trend; Japanese stocks fell sharply while Chinese markets showed resilience on hopes of policy support.
- Commodities: Brent crude traded near $81.40 per barrel, slightly higher on supply concerns. Gold prices hovered near $2,410/oz as safe-haven buying continued.
Investor Sentiment & Market Outlook
The near-term sentiment remains cautious. The Nifty’s failure to hold above 24,500, coupled with weak global cues and sustained FII selling, may keep the upside capped. However, any positive news from global central banks or stronger-than-expected earnings could trigger short-covering rallies.
For the week ahead:
- Traders should monitor global economic data, corporate earnings, and currency movements.
- Sectors like FMCG and Pharma may remain defensive havens, while high-beta sectors could remain volatile.
Conclusion
The Indian stock market ended the week on a weak note, with Nifty breaking yesterday’s low and Bank Nifty closing below 55,100. Weak global sentiment, persistent FII outflows, and sectoral selling contributed to the decline. While the market remains in a broader consolidation phase, short-term volatility is expected to continue. Investors are advised to stay cautious and focus on fundamentally strong stocks with stable earnings outlooks.
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