The Indian equity market traded positively on December 5, 2025, with the Nifty 50 climbing to 26,141.90, registering a gain of 108.15 points (0.42%) by 11:46 AM IST. Supported by strong buying in financial services and banking stocks, the benchmark index extended its upward momentum even as broader market indicators showed a mixed performance.
Nifty 50 Maintains Uptrend Driven by Strength in BFSI Stocks
The Nifty 50 index opened at 25,999.80 and quickly moved upward, touching a high of 26,156.65 before retracing marginally. The intraday low stood at 25,985.35, indicating stable market sentiment.
Sectoral Highlights:
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Nifty Next 50: 68,581.65 (+0.03%)
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Nifty Financial Services: 27,821.85 (+0.76%) -
Nifty Bank: 59,628.75 (+0.57%)
Nifty Financial Services: 27,821.85 (+0.76%)Both the Financial Services and Banking sectors outperformed, contributing significantly to the Nifty’s surge.
Broader Market Gainers: Kesoram Industries & Arvee Lead the Charge
Several mid- and small-cap stocks recorded strong upside movements, supported by active trading volumes.
Top Gainers
Top Gainers| Symbol | LTP | Change | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
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| KESORAMIND | 6.54 | +1.09 | +20.00% | 257.76 | 16.78 |
| ARVEE | 192.05 | +27.43 | +16.66% | 0.62 | 1.21 |
| FILATFASH | 0.43 | +0.06 | +16.22% | 2,044.55 | 8.38 |
| ZUARI | 302.45 | +39.80 | +15.15% | 41.78 | 123.50 |
| KEYFINSERV | 325.80 | +41.30 | +14.52% | 0.79 | 2.60 |
Key Observations:
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KESORAMIND hit the 20% upper circuit, driven by strong volumes exceeding 257 lakh shares.
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FILATFASH continued its high-volume momentum with over 2,044 lakh shares, indicating strong retail participation.
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ZUARI saw robust trade value of ₹123.50 crore, reflecting institutional buying interest.
Broader Market Losers: TOTAL and STEL Decline; KAYNES Suffers Heavy Selling
Despite the benchmark index’s strength, certain broader market stocks witnessed sharp declines driven by profit booking and sectoral weakness.
Top Losers
Top Losers| Symbol | LTP | Change | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOTAL | 78.89 | –7.16 | –8.32% | 0.92 | 0.76 |
| STEL | 570.00 | –43.45 | –7.08% | 0.33 | 1.99 |
| KAYNES | 4,644.00 | –334.00 | –6.71% | 44.16 | 2,083.94 |
| HCC | 20.44 | –1.40 | –6.41% | 473.23 | 96.78 |
| KSHITIJPOL | 2.23 | –0.15 | –6.30% | 4.52 | 0.10 |
Key Observations:
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KAYNES saw substantial value turnover of ₹2,083.94 crore, reflecting heavy institutional selling.
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HCC, with its massive trading volume of 473 lakh shares, declined 6.41%, under pressure from broader infra-sector weakness.
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STEL and TOTAL recorded moderate volumes but significant price corrections.
Market Sentiment & Outlook
The morning session’s performance reflects a cautiously optimistic market, supported by strong financials and healthy institutional flows.
However, volatility in the mid- and small-cap segments indicates selective profit booking and stock-specific movements.
Investors will now watch for:
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Global market cues
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RBI commentary
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Sector-specific triggers
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Institutional fund flows
These factors will likely determine the market’s direction in the second half of the session.
Conclusion: December 5, 2025
As of mid-session on December 5, 2025, the Nifty 50’s rise above 26,140 underscores positive sentiment driven largely by financial and banking stocks. Meanwhile, the broader market remains mixed, with notable gains in Kesoram Industries, Arvee, and Zuari offset by losses in Kaynes, STEL, and HCC. Market participants continue to adopt a selective approach amid sectoral rotations and global uncertainties.
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