Indian Stock Market Today: Nifty, BankNifty, Sensex End Bearish on July 18, 2025
Indian Stock Market Today: Nifty, BankNifty, Sensex End Bearish on July 18, 2025
Published on July 18, 2025
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Market Overview - July 18, 2025
The Indian benchmark indices witnessed another day of bearish sentiment on July 18, 2025. Nifty, BankNifty, and Sensex all closed in the red, with significant declines observed in the morning session before the market settled into a range-bound movement. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their selling streak on NSE, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) provided some buying support across all exchanges.
Nifty Performance
| Index | Open | Close | High | Low | Trend | Volume (Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25108.55 | 24968.4 | 25144.6 | 24918.65 | Bearish | 316.98 |
After opening, Nifty fell drastically by approximately 0.54% in the morning session until 11 AM, then traded within a range for the rest of the day.
BankNifty Performance
| Index | Open | Close | High | Low | Trend | Volume (Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BankNifty | 56524.25 | 56283 | 56705.15 | 56204.85 | Bearish | 141.25 |
BankNifty saw a gap-down opening of about 0.42% and continued to fall by approximately 0.65% until 11 AM, post which it remained range-bound till market close.
Sensex Performance
| Index | Open | Close | High | Low | Trend | Volume (Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensex | 82193.62 | 81757.73 | 82334.75 | 81608.13 | Bearish | 8.31 |
Sensex experienced a drastic fall of approximately 0.80% from its opening in the morning session until 11 AM, followed by range-bound trading for the remainder of the day.
VIX and USDINR
| Indicator | Open | Close | Day Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIX | 11.2425 | 11.3925 | 1.33% |
| USDINR | 85.989 | N/A | 0.1 |
Note: USDINR 'Latest Change' is provided as an absolute value. A positive change indicates Rupee depreciation.
Top Gainers
| Stock Name | LTP | Change in % |
|---|---|---|
| Wipro | 266.35 | 2.21 |
| BajajFinance | 941.5 | 1.97 |
| TataSteel | 162.5 | 1.63 |
Top Losers
| Stock Name | LTP | Change in % |
|---|---|---|
| AxisBank | 1098.7 | -5.27 |
| ShriramFin | 645.1 | -3.06 |
| BEL | 394.6 | -2.38 |
| HDFCLife | 738.45 | -1.78 |
| KotakBank | 2132 | -1.67 |
| HDFCBank | 1956 | -1.56 |
FII & DII Trading Activity
FII DII Trading activity details on NSE, BSE and MSEI (All Exchanges)
| Date | Category | Buy (Cr) | Sell (Cr) | Net Value (Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18Jul25 | DII | 14,451.18 | 12,347.67 | 2,103.51 |
| 18Jul25 | FII | 15,430.85 | 15,056.11 | 374.74 |
| Total Net Value | 2,478.25 | |||
FII DII Trading activity details on NSE
| Date | Category | Buy (Cr) | Sell (Cr) | Net Value (Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18Jul25 | DII | 13,614.68 | 11,952.14 | 1,662.54 |
| 18Jul25 | FII | 11,929.90 | 14,824.56 | -2,894.66 |
| Total Net Value | -1,232.12 | |||
Kindly visit NSE official website to know more about FII/DII data.
Block Deals
No block deals reported for July 18, 2025.
For more details on block deals, kindly visit NSE Official website.
To know more about any specific symbol, kindly visit screener.in.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What does a "bearish" trend in the market mean?
A1: A bearish trend signifies that the prices of stocks or indices are generally falling. It reflects a negative market sentiment where investors expect prices to decline further, often leading to selling pressure. This is typically characterized by lower highs and lower lows on the charts.
Q2: Why is FII and DII data important for stock market analysis?
A2: Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) represent significant buying and selling power in the market. Their net trading activity (buy vs. sell) provides insights into institutional sentiment and liquidity. If FIIs are net sellers and DIIs are net buyers, it indicates that domestic investors are trying to cushion the impact of foreign outflows, as seen on July 18, 2025.
Q3: What is the significance of high trading volume in a bearish market?
A3: In a bearish market, high trading volume alongside falling prices indicates strong conviction among sellers. It suggests widespread selling pressure and confirms the downward trend. Conversely, if prices fall on low volume, it might indicate a weaker downtrend or a temporary correction. For July 18, Nifty's relatively high volume in a falling market reinforces the bearish sentiment.
Disclaimer: This blog post provides general market information based on publicly available data and should not be considered financial advice. Investing in the stock market involves risks, and readers are advised to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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