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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Indian benchmark indices closed Friday's session on a positive note, extending gains from the previous day, primarily driven by a positive global sentiment following the US Federal Reserve's rate cut. Nifty 50 closed decisively above the psychologically important 26,000 mark at 26,046.95, up 148.40 (0.57%), while Sensex advanced 449.53 points (0.53%) to settle at 85,267.66.
The rally was broad-based and led by cyclicals, with Metal emerging as the top performer, supported by firmer global commodity prices. FMCG witnessed mild profit booking. Market breadth was strong, with the advance-decline ratio on the BSE 500 standing at a robust 2.37:1, indicating healthy participation across the broader market, particularly in Midcap stocks.
India’s equity benchmarks closed firm on December 12, 2025, with Nifty 50 rising 0.57% to 26,046.95, supported by broad-based buying and favorable global cues. The index held above the 25,900 support, gradually strengthening through the afternoon to finish near the day’s high. Market breadth was strongly positive, with 2,072 stocks advancing versus 1,036 declining, signalling healthy risk appetite.
On the sectoral front, Consumer Durables, Metal, IT, Auto, and Financials led gains, with Consumer Durables experiencing sharp increase, reflecting sustained discretionary demand. Metals outperformed on firmer commodity prices, while IT benefited from renewed interest in defensives. FMCG and Media lagged, showing mild profit-taking.
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