{"id":8352,"date":"2025-08-12T12:21:24","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T12:21:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/?p=8352"},"modified":"2025-08-12T12:22:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T12:22:25","slug":"daily-market-outlook-12-august-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lemonn.co.in\/blog\/market-updates\/daily-market-outlook-12-august-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily Market Outlook \u2013 12\u00a0August\u00a02025"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Benchmark indices:<\/strong> India\u2019s benchmark equity gauges ended a volatile session in the red. The BSE\u00a0Sensex dropped 368.49\u00a0points (\u20110.46\u00a0%) to 80,235.59 and the NSE\u00a0Nifty\u00a050 slipped 97.65\u00a0points (\u20110.40\u00a0%) to 24,487.40. About 19 of the 30 Sensex stocks closed lower, while selling pressure in banking, FMCG and realty counters outweighed gains in auto, IT, pharma and oil\u2011&\u2011gas names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Index Performances and Global Cues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Index \/ Market<\/th>Latest Close*<\/th>Change<\/th>Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Sensex<\/strong><\/td>80,235.59<\/td>\u25bc0.46\u00a0%<\/td>Weakness in banking & financial heavyweights led the slide.<\/td><\/tr>
Nifty 50<\/strong><\/td>24,487.40<\/td>\u25bc0.40\u00a0%<\/td>Index fell below 24,500 as investors awaited India & U.S. CPI data.<\/td><\/tr>
Dow Jones<\/strong><\/td>44,003.32<\/td>\u25bc0.45\u00a0%<\/td>U.S. indices were lower ahead of key inflation data.<\/td><\/tr>
Nasdaq<\/strong><\/td>21,395.37<\/td>\u25bc0.32\u00a0%<\/td>Caution due to U.S. CPI & tariff uncertainty.<\/td><\/tr>
S&P 500<\/strong><\/td>6,395.51<\/td>\u25bc0.24\u00a0%<\/td>Global markets were mixed; Asian markets largely positive.<\/td><\/tr>
Brent crude<\/strong><\/td>USD 66.75\/bbl<\/td>\u25b20.18\u00a0%<\/td>Rising oil prices add to inflation concerns.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*As of the close on 12 Aug 2025 or most recent data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Gainers (Nifty 50)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Company (Ticker)<\/th>Close (\u20b9)<\/th>% Change<\/th>Key driver<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Tech Mahindra (TECHM)<\/strong><\/td>1,511.20<\/td>\u25b22.03\u00a0%<\/strong><\/td>Positive sentiment towards IT & strong quarterly outlook.<\/td><\/tr>
Maruti Suzuki (MARUTI)<\/strong><\/td>12,847.00<\/td>\u25b21.98\u00a0%<\/td>Robust sales momentum in passenger vehicles.<\/td><\/tr>
Hero MotoCorp (HEROMOTOCO)<\/strong><\/td>4,644.00<\/td>\u25b21.79\u00a0%<\/td>Better\u2011than\u2011expected volumes; positive rural outlook.<\/td><\/tr>
Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M)<\/strong><\/td>3,236.00<\/td>\u25b21.56\u00a0%<\/td>Continued demand for SUVs and farm equipment.<\/td><\/tr>
NTPC<\/strong><\/td>340.15<\/td>\u25b21.19\u00a0%<\/td>Renewed interest in power stocks amid high electricity demand.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Top Losers (Nifty 50)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Company (Ticker)<\/th>Close (\u20b9)<\/th>% Change<\/th>Key driver<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Bajaj Finance (BAJFINANCE)<\/strong><\/td>853.00<\/td>\u25bc2.83\u00a0%<\/strong><\/td>Profit\u2011taking in NBFCs; investors cautious ahead of CPI data.<\/td><\/tr>
Trent (TRENT)<\/strong><\/td>5,368.00<\/td>\u25bc1.39\u00a0%<\/td>Weakness in retail names after recent rally.<\/td><\/tr>
Hindustan Unilever (HINDUNILVR)<\/strong><\/td>2,484.00<\/td>\u25bc1.37\u00a0%<\/td>Consumer\u2011goods stocks declined amid high valuations.<\/td><\/tr>
Nestle India (NESTLEIND)<\/strong><\/td>1,090.00<\/td>\u25bc1.36\u00a0%<\/td>Profit\u2011taking; concerns about rural demand.<\/td><\/tr>
Eternal (Zomato)<\/strong><\/td>305.30<\/td>\u25bc1.33\u00a0%<\/td>Food\u2011delivery platform fell on softening order growth.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What moved the market?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Sector rotation and profit\u2011taking:<\/strong> Pressure in banking, FMCG and realty stocks outweighed gains in auto, IT, pharma and energy counters. Heavyweight banking\/financial stocks erased early gains and dragged the indices lower.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Inflation anxieties:<\/strong> Investors were cautious ahead of July CPI data from India and the U.S., expected to provide clues on interest\u2011rate paths. Analysts noted that any sign of tariff\u2011related inflation could influence U.S. Federal Reserve policy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tariff and geopolitical uncertainties:<\/strong> The U.S.\u2011China tariff truce and the prospect of further tariffs kept export\u2011oriented sectors under pressure. Markets also monitored planned U.S.\u2011Russia discussions on 15\u00a0Aug.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Technical factors:<\/strong> According to Religare Broking, the decline reflects lack of conviction; a positive bias is likely only if the Nifty decisively sustains above 24,600 (its 100\u2011day exponential moving average).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Global cues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Awaiting CPI releases:<\/strong> The Indian rupee traded flat as traders remained in \u201cwait\u2011and\u2011watch\u201d mode for inflation data in the U.S. and India. Core U.S. inflation was expected at 0.3\u00a0% m\/m.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Possible Fed rate cut:<\/strong> A weaker\u2011than\u2011expected U.S. jobs report has increased expectations of a U.S. rate cut in September, but uncertainty over tariffs and global geopolitics may cloud the outlook.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mixed global markets:<\/strong> Asian markets were mixed, with Japan\u2019s Nikkei\u00a0225 and China\u2019s SSE Composite ending higher while South Korea\u2019s Kospi fell. European indices were flat, and U.S. markets closed lower.Brent crude inched up to ~USD\u00a066.75\/bbl.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Stocks to watch \/ Corporate updates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The following companies announced major results or corporate actions and may be in focus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Upcoming earnings:<\/strong> Hindustan\u00a0Aeronautics, Oil\u00a0&\u00a0Natural\u00a0Gas\u00a0Corp., Oil\u00a0India, NMDC, NHPC, Jindal\u00a0Steel\u00a0&\u00a0Power, Bharat\u00a0Dynamics, Rail\u00a0Vikas\u00a0Nigam, Rashtriya\u00a0Chemicals\u00a0&\u00a0Fertilisers, Apollo\u00a0Hospitals, Zydus\u00a0Lifesciences, Abbott\u00a0India, Alkem\u00a0Labs, Natco\u00a0Pharma, Dr\u00a0Agarwal\u2019s Health\u00a0Care, Nykaa (FSN\u00a0E\u2011Commerce), Honasa\u00a0Consumer, Nazara\u00a0Technologies, National\u00a0Securities\u00a0Depository\u00a0(NSDL), Senco\u00a0Gold, Suzlon\u00a0Energy and VA\u00a0Tech\u00a0Wabag are due to report earnings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Bata\u00a0India:<\/strong> Reported Q1FY26 net profit of \u20b952\u00a0crore, a 70.1\u00a0%<\/strong> year\u2011on\u2011year decline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Ashoka\u00a0Buildcon:<\/strong> Q1FY26 net profit rose 44.6\u00a0%<\/strong> to \u20b9217.3\u00a0crore.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Indian\u00a0Hotels (IHCL):<\/strong> Board approved acquisitions of controlling stakes in ANK\u00a0Hotels and Pride Hospitality for about \u20b9204\u00a0crore.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Muthoot\u00a0Microfin:<\/strong> Q1FY26 profit plunged 94.5\u00a0%<\/strong> to \u20b96.2\u00a0crore; net interest income fell 16\u00a0%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • JM\u00a0Financial:<\/strong> Q1FY26 net profit surged 166\u00a0%<\/strong> year\u2011on\u2011year to \u20b9454\u00a0crore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Outlook for tomorrow (13 Aug 2025)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          \n
        • Data\u2011driven trading:<\/strong> Markets are expected to react to India\u2019s July CPI figures (anticipated to be at an eight\u2011year low) and U.S. inflation data. A softer inflation print could support rate\u2011cut expectations, while a surprise uptick may trigger further volatility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Technical levels:<\/strong> Analysts believe the Nifty must close above 24,600 to confirm a bullish reversal; support levels lie near 24,371 and 24,238.Participants may focus on consumption\u2011driven sectors and stocks showing resilience on earnings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Global watchpoints:<\/strong> Investors will monitor U.S.\u2011Russia talks scheduled for 15\u00a0Aug and any developments on U.S. tariffs. Global equity sentiment remains cautious, so any positive surprises could spark a relief rally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Sectoral focus:<\/strong> With banking and financials under pressure, stock\u2011specific action may centre on auto, IT, pharma and select PSU banks that displayed strength despite the broader sell\u2011off<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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