Mumbai: The Indian equity market witnessed further declines on 25 September 2025, as benchmark indices extended their losses. However, selective momentum in midcap and smallcap counters provided pockets of strength amid broad-based selling.
Nifty 50 ended the session at 24,890.85, registering a fall of 166.05 points (-0.66%). Broader indices also remained weak, with Nifty Next 50 dropping by 514.55 points (-0.75%), Nifty Fin Service slipping by 141.05 points (-0.53%), and Nifty Bank down by 145.30 points (-0.26%). Market sentiment was cautious throughout the session, with headline indices remaining under pressure.
Top Gainers: Robust Midcap and Smallcap Performance
Several midcap and smallcap stocks bucked the downtrend with exceptional gains. TVSELECT surged 20% to 623.80, while NATCAPSUQ mirrored this jump, climbing 20% to 259.89. MCL advanced 13.81% to 53.40, CHEMCON gained 12.58% to 277.00 on large volumes, and MAXIND rose 11.22% to 223.90. These counters attracted strong trading interest and high turnover, indicating focused buying on select themes.
Top Losers: Heavy Selloff in Select Counters
On the downside, PRUDMOULI and EMKAY both slumped by about 10%, closing at 30.09 and 341.59 respectively. Other notable losers included MFML (-9.85%), NDTV-RE (-7.88%), and RKEC (-7.53%). The sharp declines were accompanied by heightened activity, reflecting profit-taking as well as risk aversion among traders.
Conclusion: 25 September 2025
The September 25 session displayed sustained selling pressure in headline indices, yet delivered significant outperformance in specific midcap and smallcap names. Ongoing market volatility calls for careful stock selection amidst sector rotation and cautious sentiment, with trading action centered around high-momentum stocks.