Indian equity markets extended their winning streak for the fourth consecutive session on October 7, driven by strong buying in energy, oil & gas, auto, and telecom stocks. The benchmark Nifty 50 closed comfortably above the 25,100 mark, while the Sensex advanced over 130 points, continuing the positive momentum seen through the week.
At close, the Sensex was up 136.63 points (0.17%) at 81,926.75, while the Nifty 50 gained 30.65 points (0.12%) to settle at 25,108.30. The BSE Midcap index rose 0.4%, whereas the Smallcap index ended marginally lower, reflecting selective buying across broader markets.
The session saw mixed movement, with indices erasing part of their intraday gains due to mild profit booking in FMCG and banking counters. Still, positive global cues and steady inflows from domestic institutional investors helped markets stay in the green.
Top Gainers and Losers
Among the major Nifty gainers were Jio Financial Services, Bharti Airtel, Eicher Motors, Eternal, and HCL Technologies. On the downside, Trent, Tata Motors, Axis Bank, Tata Consumer, and Hindustan Unilever (HUL) were among the key laggards.
| Stock | Price (₹) | Change (₹) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biggest Gainer: Bharti Airtel | 1,929.00 | +25.90 | +1.36% |
| Biggest Loser: Axis Bank | 1,186.80 | -26.00 | -2.14% |
Sectoral Snapshot
Sector-wise, the market was largely positive. Energy, oil & gas, pharma, telecom, and consumer durables gained between 0.3% and 2%, while FMCG stocks saw mild pressure.
| Sector | Index Level | Change (₹) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Sector: Nifty Midcap 100 | 58,289.40 | +274.30 | +0.47% |
| Worst Sector: Nifty FMCG | 54,763.80 | -293.90 | -0.53% |
Key Stock Actions
- Trent Ltd shares slipped 2% after Morgan Stanley maintained its ‘Overweight’ rating, leading to some profit booking.
- Coal India gained after signing an MoU with the Chhattisgarh Mineral Development Corporation, boosting investor sentiment.
- Bank of India rose as its Q2 global business grew 11.8% year-on-year.
- Metropolis Healthcare added 2% after reporting a 23% jump in quarterly revenue.
- Brigade Enterprises gained 4% following the signing of a joint development agreement for premium residential projects in West Chennai.
- Fino Payments Bank rallied 4% after receiving clearance in a SEBI settlement order.
- Gabriel India hit a 52-week high after executing a joint venture agreement with Korea-based SK Enmove Co.
Index Performance at Close (October 7, 2025)
| Index | Closing Level | Change (Points) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensex | 81,926.75 | +136.63 | +0.17% |
| Nifty 50 | 25,108.30 | +30.65 | +0.12% |
| Nifty Bank | 56,239.35 | +134.50 | +0.24% |
Market Outlook
Analysts say the positive momentum is expected to continue in the near term, supported by strong domestic fundamentals and steady inflows into equity mutual funds. However, traders caution that the FMCG and banking sectors could witness short-term consolidation after recent gains.
“Markets remain resilient despite global headwinds. Sector rotation and strong institutional support are likely to drive the indices toward new highs,” said a senior analyst at a leading brokerage.
As investors look ahead, all eyes will be on the upcoming Q2 earnings season, which could dictate short-term market direction and stock-specific movement across sectors.
