The Sensex, India’s key stock market index, closed at 77,860 on Friday, down approximately 0.3% and marking its third consecutive decline. Profit-booking by investors, fueled by anticipation of a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) rate cut and foreign fund outflows, contributed to the downward trend. The RBI reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25% to stimulate growth, representing the first such cut in nearly five years. The bank adopted a “neutral stance,” contrary to some investors’ hopes for a further liquidity injection through a cash reserve ratio (CRR) reduction. Financial and state-owned companies exerted downward pressure on the index. ITC, a diversified conglomerate, experienced a more than 2% drop following a reported 7.3% decline in consolidated net profit for the December quarter, attributed to weak demand and escalating input costs. Despite the recent losses, the Sensex gained 0.5% for the week, extending its weekly winning streak to two, bolstered by a personal tax reduction initiative outlined in the Union Budget aimed at stimulating domestic demand.
The Sensex, officially the BSE SENSEX Stock Market Index, has decreased by 279 points (0.36%) since the start of 2025 based on contract for difference (CFD) trading that tracks this benchmark. The index reached an all-time high of 85,978.25 in September 2024.
Trading Economics’ global macro models and analyst forecasts predict the Sensex to reach 76,338.06 by the end of the current quarter and 72,951.29 within 12 months.
The table below presents recent performance data for the Sensex and Nifty 50 indices:
| Indexes | Price | Day | Month | Year | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIFTY 50 | 23,559.95 | -43.40 | -0.18% | -0.54% | 8.48% |
| SENSEX | 77,860.19 | -197.97 | -0.25% | -0.37% | 9.00% |
The following table displays key components of the Sensex and their recent performance:
| Components | Price | Day | Year | MCap | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Consultancy | 4,029.40 | -53.35 | -1.31% | -2.53% | 166.63B |
| HDFC Bank | 1,732.75 | -11.10 | -0.64% | 23.50% | 150.46B |
| Bharti Airtel | 1,676.75 | 57.00 | 3.52% | 46.81% | 109.09B |
| ICICI Bank | 1,256.90 | -15.50 | -1.22% | 27.05% | 100.88B |
| Reliance Industries | 1,266.70 | -14.85 | -1.16% | -12.73% | 97.96B |
The Trading Economics SENSEX (BSE30) is a CFD index tracking the 30 largest companies on the Bombay Stock Exchange, selected based on liquidity, trading volume, and industry representation. It’s a free-float market capitalization-weighted index derived primarily from over-the-counter trading. For official data, refer to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) website.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Unit | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77860.19 | 78058.16 | 85978.25 | 113.28 | 1979 – 2025 | points | Daily |
Key economic indicators related to the Indian economy and the Sensex performance include inflation, interest rates, and unemployment.
| Related | Last | Previous | Unit | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India Inflation Rate | 5.22 | 5.48 | percent | Dec 2024 |
| India Interest Rate | 6.25 | 6.50 | percent | Feb 2025 |
| India Unemployment Rate | 8.30 | 8.00 | percent | Dec 2024 |
Global market trends and economic news can also impact the Sensex. Factors such as commodity prices, currency exchange rates, and international stock market performance can influence investor sentiment and trading activity.
