Daily Finance Pulse India - 3 September 2025
India's equity markets closed lower on 2 Sep 2025, with the Sensex ending at 80,158.88 (down 206.61 points) and Nifty 50 at 24,579.00 (down 45.45 points), reflecting a mildly bearish sentiment amid profit booking and caution ahead of the GST Council meeting. The NSE and BSE are open for trading on 3 Sep 2025. Stock market ahead for India: Open for 3 Sep 2025.
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Change: NSE Expiry Shift, Volatility Increases
On 2 Sep 2025, the NSE's weekly F&O expiry moved to Tuesday from Thursday for the first time, adding volatility to the market as Nifty fell below 24,600 and Sensex dropped to 80,158.88. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Traders should expect increased volatility and adjust strategies as expiry day shifts impact market dynamics.
2/10
Change: Sensex Drops, Profit Booking Drives Decline
The BSE Sensex closed at 80,158, down 206.61 points (0.26%) on 2 Sep 2025, as investors booked profits ahead of the GST Council meeting and amid global uncertainty. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Investors display caution; market volatility may continue until policy clarity emerges.
3/10
Change: GST Council Meeting, Tax Cuts Expected
The 56th GST Council meeting begins 3 Sep 2025, with anticipated tax cuts of 10 percentage points on 175 items, including consumer goods and hybrid vehicles, aiming to boost demand. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Potential tax cuts could stimulate sectors like autos and consumer goods, influencing related stocks.
4/10
Change: Top Gainers/Laggards, Sector Moves
On 2 Sep 2025, NMDC, RBL Bank, Eicher Motors, and Paytm led Nifty gains while Dr Reddy, D Mart, and ICICI Bank were notable losers. Midcap index rose 0.27%, smallcap index fell 0.64%. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Sector rotation and stock-specific action continue to drive market breadth.
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Change: US-India Trade Tensions, Tariff Concerns
On 2 Sep 2025, US President Trump criticized the India-US trade deal as 'one-sided,' suggesting a tougher stance on tariffs and trade negotiations. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Ongoing trade friction could impact export-oriented sectors and overall investor sentiment.
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Change: Market Breadth, Advances Outnumber Declines
On 2 Sep 2025, 1,929 stocks advanced while 1,117 declined on Indian bourses, with 86 unchanged, suggesting pockets of resilience despite headline index losses. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Despite index decline, broad-based participation could moderate downside risk.
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Change: Midcap Outperformance, Smallcap Pressure
Midcap stocks gained 0.27% while smallcaps lost 0.64% on 2 Sep 2025, highlighting divergent trends within broader markets. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Investors may find opportunities in midcaps, but caution is warranted in smallcaps.
8/10
Change: Volume Buzzers, Select Stocks Surge
On 2 Sep 2025, stocks like Renka Sugar, Balrampur Chini, ITI, Apollo Tyre, Triveni Engineering, and Sun TV saw significant trading volumes, indicating strong investor interest. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: High volumes in select stocks signal possible near-term momentum plays.
9/10
Change: F&O Expiry, Nifty Support-Resistance Levels
With the expiry shift, Nifty's resistance is at 24,702 and support at 24,432 for 3 Sep 2025, offering key levels to watch for traders. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Traders should monitor these technical levels amid increased expiry-related volatility.
10/10
Change: GST Anticipation, Defensive Play Evident
Ahead of the GST Council meeting, defensive sectors like power and utilities (Power Grid, NTPC) saw gains, while financials lagged. Source: 2 Sep 2025.
Impact: Investors shift to defensive bets amid policy uncertainty and global cues.