Indian equity markets ended in the red on Friday, September 19, 2025, as selling pressure in key sectors weighed on benchmarks.
The BSE Sensex fell 387.73 points, or 0.47%, to close at 82,626.23, while the NSE Nifty50 declined 96.55 points, or 0.38%, to settle at 25,327.05.
Weakness was visible in IT, FMCG, and private banking stocks, which dragged indices lower. In contrast, PSU banks and power counters posted notable gains, offering some support to the broader market.
The midcap and smallcap indices closed largely flat, indicating selective buying despite cautious sentiment.
Market participants tracked global cues and awaited fresh domestic triggers to gauge near-term direction.

Markets end lower as IT, FMCG and banks drag; PSU banks, power stocks show gains

Sensex Slips 388 pts, Nifty Ends Below 25,350

Markets end lower as IT, FMCG and banks drag; PSU banks, power stocks show gains

September 19, 2025 | 22:19 IST