Indian Stock Market Closing Bell(31 Oct 2025): Nifty Ends Below 25,800; Bank Nifty and Sensex Slip as Global Volatility Weighs
By CapitalKeeper | Closing Bell | Indian Equity | Market Moves That Matter
Indian Stock Market ended lower on 31 October 2025, with Nifty closing at 25,722.10, Bank Nifty at 57,776.35, and Sensex at 83,938.71. Global cues, FII outflows, and mixed sectoral action dominated today’s session.
Closing Bell: Indian Markets End October on a Subdued Note
Indian stock markets wrapped up the final trading session of October 2025 on a cautious and volatile note. Despite early optimism, indices failed to hold intraday gains as selling pressure emerged in heavyweight sectors. The Nifty 50 closed at 25,722.10, down nearly 0.55% from its opening level of 25,863.80. The Bank Nifty also slipped to 57,776.35, while the Sensex settled at 83,938.71, marking a weak close for the month.
Global headwinds, a dip in foreign institutional inflows, and profit booking in financials and IT stocks weighed on investor sentiment. The market breadth remained slightly negative, with midcaps and smallcaps witnessing mixed action.
Market Overview (31 October 2025):
| Index | Open | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,863.80 | 25,722.10 | 🔻 -141.70 pts |
| Bank Nifty | 57,942.45 | 57,776.35 | 🔻 -166.10 pts |
| Sensex | 84,379.79 | 83,938.71 | 🔻 -441.08 pts |
| Fin Nifty | 27,329.40 | 27,138.85 | 🔻 -190.55 pts |
The tone remained muted throughout the session as traders awaited U.S. inflation data and key central bank commentary. Despite the domestic macro stability, foreign cues dictated intraday volatility.
Global Market Cues:
Global equities traded cautiously as investors braced for the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook and upcoming U.S. jobs data.
- U.S. Futures: Indicated mild weakness as yields hovered near recent highs.
- Asian Markets: Mixed performance; Nikkei and Hang Seng slipped while Shanghai Composite ended slightly positive.
- European Markets: Opened flat as investors monitored inflation readings and geopolitical updates.
- Crude Oil: Prices cooled below $82 per barrel, giving some relief to import-heavy economies like India.
- Dollar Index & INR: The Dollar Index remained steady around 104.7, while INR depreciated slightly to 83.29 against the USD, putting mild pressure on import-oriented sectors.
Sectoral Snapshot:
The market displayed sectoral rotation, with only FMCG and Metals managing to stay resilient, while Financials, IT, and Realty dragged the indices lower.
| Sector | Trend | Observation |
|---|---|---|
| Banking & Financials | 🔻 Weak | PSU banks saw mild profit booking despite positive structural outlook. |
| IT Stocks | 🔻 Negative | Nasdaq weakness and strong USD hit sentiment. |
| FMCG | 🔼 Positive | HUL, Dabur, and ITC gained on festive demand optimism. |
| Metals | 🔼 Slightly Positive | Supported by firm Chinese data and strong copper demand. |
| Pharma | ⚖️ Mixed | Sun Pharma and Cipla saw mild buying interest post earnings. |
| Auto | ⚖️ Flat | Stocks consolidated after recent rally ahead of festive sales numbers. |
Broader Market Highlights:
Midcap and smallcap indices showed resilience in the second half but failed to generate sustained momentum.
- Nifty Midcap 100: Down 0.25%
- Nifty Smallcap 100: Flat with selective buying in consumer and textile stocks.
- Volatility Index (India VIX): Rose by 1.9% to 13.86 — signaling slight nervousness ahead of U.S. macro data and F&O expiry rollovers.
Technical View:
Technically, Nifty 50 faces near-term resistance around 25,880–25,900, while immediate support lies near 25,650.
If Nifty sustains below 25,650, further weakness toward 25,480 cannot be ruled out.
However, a rebound above 25,900 could trigger short-covering up to 26,050.
Bank Nifty showed initial strength but failed to hold gains above 58,000, forming a short-term consolidation pattern. Key support lies at 57,400, while upside momentum could resume above 58,200.
Analyst View:
“The market ended October on a cautious note as global factors overshadowed domestic stability. While inflation data from the U.S. and crude prices will guide direction, domestic macros remain favorable for medium-term investors. Dips should be used for selective accumulation in sectors like FMCG, Capital Goods, and PSU Banks.” — CapitalKeeper Research Desk
Global & Domestic Sentiment Overview:
- FII Activity: Continued mild outflows were noted, reflecting global risk aversion.
- DII Activity: Domestic funds provided strong support, particularly in defensives.
- Bond Yields: Stable at 7.21%, showing neutral monetary expectations.
- Commodities: Gold stayed flat near ₹63,200 per 10 gm, indicating safe-haven positioning.
Market Outlook for November 2025:
The first week of November may bring volatility due to global central bank meetings and U.S. macro data releases. Traders should stay cautious with leveraged positions.
- Nifty support: 25,650–25,480
- Nifty resistance: 25,900–26,050
- Bank Nifty range: 57,400–58,400
A breakout above these levels could set the tone for the next leg of the rally heading into the Diwali season.
Conclusion:
Indian markets ended October with mild losses, reflecting global caution and profit booking after a solid mid-month rally. Broader sentiment remains constructive for long-term investors as domestic demand, festive consumption, and robust GDP growth continue to act as strong tailwinds. However, near-term volatility may persist due to global monetary dynamics and oil prices.
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