Weekly market update, Dec 26, 2025

Indian equity markets ended the week marginally higher amid thin year-end trading in a truncated week, and the lack of positive triggers further weighed on sentiment. The Nifty 50 snapped a three-week losing streak to finish up 0.29% for the week, while the Sensex broke a two-week slide, ending 0.13% higher. The broader market indices, BSE MidCap and BSE SmallCap gained 0.37% and 1.02% respectively. On sectoral front, it was mixed. Metals emerged as the week’s standout performer, gaining 2.34%, aided by recent gains in copper and zinc. Capital goods and utilities also showed resilience, both ending the week just shy of 1% gains. In contrast, consumer durables, banking and realty stocks underperformed.

Looking ahead, Analysts expect that Indian markets will remain open through the coming week, but the New Year’s Day closure of US markets is expected to dampen global cues and keep FPI participation muted. On the domestic front, early-January auto sales data could drive selective rallies in auto stocks reporting strong numbers. Credit growth data may also spur stock-specific action in financials. Other key data points to watch include India’s industrial and manufacturing output, the manufacturing PMI, and the US Federal Open Market Committee minutes, all of which could influence near-term market direction.

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