Indian equities fluctuated on 26th August 2025 due to foreign investor flows, global macroeconomic indicators, and a run of domestic corporate news. Across the board, there was profit unwinding, barring FMCG, as global developments shook sentiment.
- Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were the major sellers, selling shares of ₹2,466 crore.
- Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs), however, took the bite out with heavy buying of ₹3,176 crore, showing domestic confidence despite global uncertainty.
- Bond Yields: US 10-year yield softened to 4.29%, showing expectations of rate cuts in anticipation.
- Dollar Index: Softened at 98, showing improving sentiment in emerging markets.
- Commodities:
- Crude Oil dropped to US $66.50, softening inflation pressure.
- Gold was at ₹1,01,100 for 10 grams, while Silver was at ₹1,16,700 per kg.
- Base metals were higher, reflecting recovery in global industrial demand.
- Markets are left surprised with the resignation of Governor Lisa Luck, even though her term extends up to 2038. Experts now anticipate four rate cuts of 25 basis points each until January 2026.
- US Tariffs: From 27th August (9:31 AM IST), imports will face a 25% premium tariff, heightening trade tensions.
- Sovereign Wealth Fund push: The US government has bought into Intel for a 10% stake, the first step in a sovereign fund plan. Other corporate stakes could follow as well.
- China rare earth threat: Beijing, should it suspend shipments of rare earth magnets, faces a 200% US tariff, but IT companies will likely be spared.
- Sai Life: TPG offloading its 14.72% holding at ₹860, raising ₹2,640 crore.
- Protein E-GOV: Bags ₹1,160 crore UIDAI order to establish Aadhaar centers.
- Sona BLW: Gets PLI certificate for EV 2Ws & 3Ws.
- Mazgaon Docks: Denied any progress on the ₹70,000 crore project since January 2025.
- Paytm: To invest ₹300 crore in Paytm Money and ₹155 crore in Paytm Services.
- Signpost: Won 9-year, ₹700 crore Bangalore Metro ad contract.
- Shree Refrigerators – Hindustan Shipyard: Wins ₹106 crore defence contract.
- Tata Motors: NCLT approves PV-CV restructuring scheme.
- NHPC: Commissioned 214.28 MW of its 312 MW Karnisar solar power plant, rest to be commissioned by 30th Sept.
- Tasty Bite Eatables: Launches new CHEFFIN retail range.
- ONGC: Begins marketing natural gas from Rajasthan small field block.
- IRB Infra: Issued certificate for 8-lane expressway project.
- Titan: In the dock as govt reduces duty drawback on jewellery.
- Ola Electric: Receives PLI approval for Gen-3 EV scooters, which will deliver 13–18% cost advantage from Q2 FY26.
- Orient Technology: Bags ₹30 crore, 3-year order from New India Assurance.
- Aris Lifesciences: Receives Brazilian regulatory clearance for Ahmedabad injectable unit.
- Gland Pharma: Receives USFDA approval for Vasopressin 5% Dextrose injection RTU.
- HCL Tech: Signs MoU with Thought Machine for fintech solutions.
- Asiana Housing: Buys 22.71 acres Chennai property, expected revenue ₹1,200 crore.
- Vikram Solar: Listed at ₹340 (BSE), ₹338 (NSE) at IPO price of ₹332.
- Shriji Shipping: Listed at ₹271.85 (BSE), ₹270 (NSE) at IPO price of ₹252.
- Gem Aromatics: Listed at ₹325 (BSE), ₹333.10 (NSE) at IPO price of ₹325.
- Patel Retail: Listed at ₹305 (BSE), ₹300 (NSE) at IPO price of ₹255.
- BSE Sensex: Closed at 80,786
- NSE Nifty 50: Closed at 24,712
- Bank Nifty: Closed at 54,450
Broader markets witnessed profit booking across the board except for FMCG, which showed resilience.
- US tariff imposition on 27th Aug will be critical to global trade flows.
- FII selling trend can test Indian equities in the near term.
- Corporate order victories and IPO listings reflect sector-specific strength.
- Commodities (gold, silver, and crude) will remain in focus with global policy shifts.