Indian equity markets displayed strong bullish momentum on December 22, 2025, extending gains for the second consecutive session amid renewed foreign inflows, a firmer rupee, and positive global cues from US markets. Key themes revolved around robust domestic resilience despite trade uncertainties, record corporate market capitalizations, and supportive monetary conditions following recent rate cuts.
The Indian stock market is set for a mildly positive opening on December 22, 2025, amid steady global cues and renewed foreign investor interest following recent economic data releases. Overnight, US indices closed flat to positive, with the S&P 500 up 0.2% on tech gains, while Asian peers like Nikkei rose 0.5%. GIFT Nifty futures hovered around 26,050, indicating a flat-to-upward start for Nifty 50, potentially adding 50-80 points at open. Volatility remains low, with India VIX below 12, supporting a consolidation phase.
Indian equity markets staged a strong recovery on December 19, 2025, snapping a four-day losing streak with benchmark indices rising over 0.5%, driven by positive global cues from softer US inflation data and renewed hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts. Sentiment remained cautiously optimistic amid foreign inflows into financial stocks, robust tax collections, and significant cross-border investments, though concerns over slowing growth and rupee volatility persisted.