The Indian stock market today, July 30, 2025, witnessed a continuation of the positive momentum from the previous day, albeit with more cautious gains. After opening on an optimistic note, benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, maintained their upward trajectory, primarily driven by strong corporate earnings from key infrastructure and pharmaceutical companies. This upward movement occurred despite lingering uncertainties surrounding a potential trade deal between India and the United States and the anticipation of the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision.
Table of Contents
- Nifty and Sensex Today – Key Market Indices Performance
- Sector-wise Performance
- Top Stock Market News of the Day – What Moved the Markets
- FII and DII Activity Today – Where Big Money Moved
- IPOs, Listings and Market Buzz – Latest Stock Market Trends
- Top Gainers and Losers – Best and Worst Performing Stocks
- Economic and Global Factors – What Else Affected Markets Today
- What to Watch in the Coming Day/Days – Key Events and Predictions
- Final Takeaway – Summary of Stock Market Day
The Indian benchmark indices extended their gains on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, marking a second consecutive day of positive closes. Investor sentiment remained buoyant, particularly in specific sectors, although broader market gains were more subdued compared to Tuesday.
The 30-shareBSE Sensex climbed by 143.91 points, or 0.18%, to close at 81,481.86. The index had opened higher at 81,594.52 and touched an intraday high of 81,618.96 before settling slightly lower.
The NSE Nifty 50 also ended in positive territory, advancing by 33.95 points, or 0.14%, to settle at 24,855.05. The market breadth was mixed, with gains in some large-cap stocks cushioning declines in other segments.
The cautious rebound was supported by strong Q1 FY26 results from companies like Larsen & Toubro (L&T), NTPC, and Asian Paints. However, ambiguity over the India-US trade deal and the impending US Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision kept some investors on the sidelines, capping further upside.
The Indian stock market today, 30 July 2025, exhibited a mixed sectoral performance. While some sectors maintained positive momentum, others witnessed declines, contributing to the broader market's cautious yet slightly positive close.
Outperforming Sectors:
- Nifty IT: This sector continued its positive trend, closing up by 0.31% at 35,481.70. The resilience in the IT sector suggests sustained demand for technology services or a defensive play by investors amid broader market uncertainties.
- Nifty FMCG: The Nifty FMCG index showed relative resilience, closing with a gain of 0.24% at 55,020.40. This sector often acts as a defensive play during volatile times, indicating stable consumer demand for essential goods.
- Nifty Consumer Durables: This sector also closed in positive territory, gaining 0.23% to settle at 38,545.50. This indicates a positive sentiment within the consumer discretionary space.
- Nifty Pharma: Continuing its positive momentum, the Nifty Pharma index closed higher by a marginal 0.01% at 23,073.90. Despite a minimal gain, it signals continued investor confidence in the pharmaceutical sector, likely driven by ongoing healthcare demand and potential future growth prospects.
Underperforming/Lagging Sectors:
- Nifty Realty: This sector demonstrated a significant decline, dropping by 0.96% to close at 917.65. The substantial fall suggests continued headwinds for the real estate sector, possibly due to broader economic concerns, interest rate sensitivities, or specific company-level challenges reflected in recent earnings.
- Nifty Media: The Nifty Media index recorded a decline of 0.79%, settling at 1,624.80. This indicates weakness in the media and entertainment space.
- Nifty PSU Bank: This sector saw a notable decline, dropping by 0.66% to 6,907.70. This suggests a cautious sentiment pervading public sector banks.
- Nifty Auto: The Nifty Auto index closed lower by 0.60% at 23,745.80. The decline in the auto sector could be attributed to mixed Q1 FY26 results from some key players and concerns over potential high-value acquisitions impacting financial outlooks.
- Nifty Private Bank: This sector also experienced a slight dip, closing down by 0.13% at 27,119.45.
- Nifty Oil & Gas: The Nifty Oil & Gas index saw a marginal decline of 0.12%, closing at 11,431.50.
- Nifty Metal: This sector also registered a slight dip, closing down by 0.11% at 9,399.75.
- Nifty Healthcare Index: This index closed marginally lower by 0.05% at 15,040.45, reflecting a largely neutral to slightly negative sentiment.
Overall, while some sectors managed to eke out gains, several key indices, particularly in the financial, auto, and realty spaces, faced headwinds, contributing to a cautious end to the trading day.
Broader Market Performance:
The broader market saw some pressure:
- The S&P BSE Midcap index, currently at 46,102.35, saw a slight increase of 76.62 points (0.17%) today. This comes after an earlier dip, as the index had fallen 0.07% during the trading day.
- The S&P BSE SmallCap index is currently trading at 53,881.48, up by 91.36 points, or 0.17%, today.
Several key domestic and global events significantly influenced market movements on July 30, 2025.
Domestic News and Impact:
The first-quarter (Q1) earnings season continued to be a primary catalyst for stock-specific and sectoral movements.
Companies Announcing Results (or related news) on or around July 30, 2025:
- Larsen & Toubro (L&T): L&T shares jumped over 4% after the infrastructure major reported a 29.8% rise in consolidated net profit at ₹3,617.19 crore during the June quarter, driven by strong overseas order growth.
- Asian Paints: Despite reporting a 6.0% decline in consolidated net profit to ₹1,099.8 crore, the stock saw an uptick, possibly due to a focus on underlying segment growth or pre-factored challenges.
- NTPC: The power major was also among the top gainers on the Sensex after releasing its Q1 FY26 earnings.
- Punjab National Bank (PNB): Reported a 48% decline in standalone net profit at ₹1,675 crore for Q1 FY26, primarily due to higher tax expenses.
- Hyundai Motor India: Reported an 8% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit at ₹1,369 crore for Q1 FY26 due to lower sales.
- Power Grid Corporation of India: Reported a dip in net profit for Q1 FY26 at ₹3,630.58 crore compared to ₹3,723.92 crore in the same quarter last year.
- Welspun Living: Consolidated net profit for Q1 FY26 was ₹87.55 crore, down from ₹185.51 crore in the same quarter last year. The company approved $13 million capital expenditure for a pillow manufacturing unit in Nevada, USA.
- JBM Auto: Reported consolidated net profit of ₹36.80 crore for Q1 FY26, up from ₹33.40 crore last year. The board approved fundraising of up to ₹1,500 crore.
- Greenpanel Industries: Reported a consolidated net loss of ₹34.62 crore for Q1 FY26, compared to a profit last year.
The Q1 earnings season continued to be a mixed bag, with strong results from some large-cap companies providing support, while others faced headwinds. This selective performance continued to guide investor sentiment.
The flow of funds from institutional investors remained a critical determinant of market sentiment.
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their cautious stance. While specific daily figures for July 30, 2025, were not immediately available, the trend for July has shown FIIs pulling out ₹28,528 crore so far, indicating a significant shift from previous months where they were net buyers. This sustained selling pressure continues to weigh on the market.
Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) continued to provide crucial support. DII inflows for July have reached ₹37,687 crore, helping to cushion the impact of foreign outflows. This consistent domestic buying demonstrates confidence in India's macroeconomic fundamentals.
The persistent FII selling, often attributed to global macro developments, a strengthening US dollar, and the delay in the India-US trade agreement, is being largely offset by robust DII buying, which maintains a degree of stability in the Indian market.
The primary market remained active, with several Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) opening for subscription.
The Laxmi India Finance IPO, which opened on July 29, 2025, continued to receive subscriptions on Day 2. As of July 30, 2025 (11 AM), the IPO was subscribed 0.50 times overall, with the retail category subscribed 0.83 times. The Grey Market Premium (GMP) for Laxmi India Finance stood at approximately ₹8.25, indicating an estimated listing price around ₹166.25 against the upper price band of ₹158.
Three new IPOs opened for public subscription today, July 30, 2025:
- NSDL IPO: The National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) IPO opened with a price band of ₹760 to ₹800 per share. As of 12:30 PM on July 30, 2025, the IPO was subscribed 0.29 times. The GMP for NSDL IPO was reported at approximately ₹125-₹126, suggesting about a 15.6% premium over the upper price band.
- M&B Engineering IPO: This issue opened with a price band of ₹366 to ₹385. On Day 1, as of 10:33 IST, the IPO was subscribed 5% overall, with the retail portion at 23%. The GMP for M&B Engineering IPO was +₹43, indicating an estimated listing price around ₹428, a premium of about 11.17%.
- Sri Lotus Developers and Realty IPO: This IPO opened with a price band up to ₹150. Its shares were trading at a premium of ₹32 over the upper price band in the grey market, indicating a potential listing gain of 21%. Notably, the company had attracted significant private placement investments from individuals including Bollywood celebrities.
The primary market continues to draw investor interest, reflecting appetite for new listings despite broader market volatility.
Today, 30 July 2025, saw varied performance across the Indian stock market. While some key players registered notable gains on the back of strong earnings and strategic wins, others experienced declines due to disappointing results or broader sector-specific concerns.
Top Gainers (Nifty 50 & Broader Market)
Larsen & Toubro (Construction & Engineering)
- Current Market Price: ₹3,661.30 (NSE)
- Percentage Change: +4.74%
- Reasons: Larsen & Toubro (L&T) was a top gainer today, surging over 4% after announcing strong Q1 FY26 results. The company reported a consolidated net profit (attributable to shareholders) of ₹3,617.19 crore, up 29.8% YoY, and a 16% YoY increase in revenue to ₹63,679 crore. This performance was driven by robust execution in its Projects & Manufacturing (P&M) business. Additionally, L&T reported a significant 33% YoY gain in new order inflows, reaching ₹94,453 crore, fueled by strong demand across various business areas, including a major "ultra-mega" order (over ₹15,000 crore) for its hydrocarbon offshore business from the Middle East. Analysts widely praised the results, with some upgrading their target prices, citing comfortable positioning to meet annual growth guidance and potential margin uptick from hydrocarbon contributions.
NTPC (Power Generation)
- Current Market Price: ₹342.30 (NSE intraday high)
- Percentage Change: Over +2%
- Reasons: NTPC shares gained over 2% today, a day after the power generation firm announced its Q1 FY26 earnings. The positive market reaction indicates that investors were pleased with the company's financial performance. While specific Q1 FY26 numbers for net profit and revenue for NTPC were not immediately available in the search results, the stock's upward movement confirms a favorable reception to its earnings report.
Asian Paints (Chemicals/Paints)
- Current Market Price: ₹2,419.10
- Percentage Change: +0.17% (initially climbed over 1%)
- Reasons: Asian Paints saw an uptick today despite reporting a 6% decline in consolidated net profit to ₹1,100 crore and a marginal dip in revenue to ₹8,939 crore for Q1 FY26. The stock initially jumped after the earnings announcement, suggesting that investors may have already factored in some of the challenges or are focusing on specific positive aspects. The company reported 3.9% volume growth in the domestic decorative paints segment and strong growth in its international business (11.1% like-to-like, 20.4% in constant currency terms), especially from the Middle East and South Asia. The industrial coatings segment also registered 8.8% growth. The market seems to be reacting to the positive outlook on certain segments and perhaps the anticipation of a strategic recovery in the coming quarters.
Maruti Suzuki (Automobiles)
- Current Market Price: ₹12,613.10
- Percentage Change: +0.16%
- Reasons: Maruti Suzuki India closed in positive territory today. While no major specific news was immediately available to explain today's gain, the stock showed an upward trajectory throughout the trading session. This suggests general positive sentiment in the automotive sector or accumulation by investors ahead of potential future announcements or market developments.
Trent (Consumer Discretionary - Retail)
- Current Market Price: ₹5,042.00
- Percentage Change: +0.04%
- Reasons: Trent Ltd saw a marginal increase in its share price today. As one of the top gainers on the Sensex mentioned in the brief, the positive movement suggests continued investor interest in the retail sector or the company's specific growth strategies. No direct significant company-specific news explaining today's rise was immediately available, indicating it could be part of broader market sentiment or sustained buying interest.
Sun Pharma (Pharmaceuticals)
- Current Market Price: ₹1,732.25
- Percentage Change: -0.15% (fluctuated, ended slightly down)
- Reasons: Sun Pharma was initially noted as a top gainer, but live market data for July 30, 2025, shows its share price actually closing slightly down by -0.15%. While it might have seen intraday gains that positioned it among top performers at some point, its final close was in the red. No specific company-related news on July 30, 2025, explaining a significant positive or negative movement was available in the provided search snippets, suggesting its performance might have been more reflective of broader sector movements or profit-booking.
Bharti Airtel (Telecommunications)
- Current Market Price: ₹1,934.85
- Percentage Change: -0.06% (fluctuated, ended slightly down)
- Reasons: Bharti Airtel was mentioned as closing in positive territory, but the detailed live market data for July 30, 2025, shows its share price ultimately closing slightly down by -0.06%. Similar to Sun Pharma, it might have experienced intraday gains that positioned it among top performers at certain points, but its final settlement was slightly negative. No specific company-related news on July 30, 2025, explaining a significant positive or negative movement was available in the provided search snippets, suggesting its performance might have been more reflective of broader sector movements or profit-booking.
Top Losers (Nifty 50 & Broader Market)
Triveni Engineering and Industries Ltd (Sugar & Engineering)
- Current Market Price: ₹339.00
- Percentage Change: -7.80%
- Reasons: Triveni Engineering & Industries tumbled significantly today after the company reported a steep 93% fall in its net profit for the quarter ended June 2025 (Q1 FY26). Despite a 27.4% rise in net sales to ₹1,954.5 crore, EBITDA slipped by 21.2%. The significant fall in profitability was primarily attributed to lower profitability in its Sugar, Distillery, and Power Transmission Business (PTB) segments, which severely impacted investor sentiment.
Birla Corporation Ltd (Cement & Cement Products)
- Current Market Price: ₹1,399.10 (Indicative close)
- Percentage Change: -7.65%
- Reasons: Birla Corporation Ltd was among the notable losers today, declining over 7%. The company held a board meeting on July 30, 2025, to consider and approve its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 (Q1 FY26). While the specific details of the Q1 results causing the sharp decline were not fully elucidated in the search result, the immediate negative reaction suggests that the market was disappointed with the earnings outcome, possibly due to a net profit of ₹77.87 crore for Q1 FY26, which might have fallen short of expectations.
Redington Ltd (IT Products Distribution)
- Current Market Price: ₹ 265
- Percentage Change: -7.66%
- Reasons: Redington Ltd experienced a significant crash of 7.66% today, leading the losers in the BSE's 'A' group. While the company presented its Q1 FY26 earnings and corporate presentation on July 30, 2025, highlighting revenue growth (23% YoY), EBITDA growth (19%), and PAT growth (29%), the sharp decline suggests that certain aspects of the results or outlook were not well-received by the market. The specific reason for the crash, despite overall positive growth figures, points to potential concerns not captured in the summary, possibly related to margins in specific segments or future guidance.
Five-Star Business Finance Ltd (Financial Services - NBFC)
- Current Market Price: ₹625.00
- Percentage Change: -3.78%
- Reasons: Five-Star Business Finance declined by 3.78% today. The company had a board meeting on July 28, 2025, to discuss quarterly results. While the latest reported net profit (for the last quarter) was ₹266.31 crore, and the company has shown consistent profitability, the decline today suggests a negative market reaction to its latest performance or outlook for Q1 FY26, or perhaps a broader negative sentiment impacting the NBFC sector.
Tata Motors (Automobiles)
- Current Market Price: ₹669.30 (NSE)
- Percentage Change: -3.33% (slipped almost 4%)
- Reasons: Tata Motors was among the top laggards today, with its shares falling nearly 4%. The decline was primarily driven by reports of a potential high-value international acquisition. According to media reports, Tata Motors is in advanced talks to acquire the truck division of Italy's Iveco Group for an estimated $4.5 billion. If concluded, this would be Tata Group's second-largest buyout and the largest ever for Tata Motors. The market seems to be nervous about the significant deal size and its potential impact on the company's financials, despite strategic benefits.
Power Grid Corporation of India (Power Transmission)
- Current Market Price: ₹289.25
- Percentage Change: -0.92%
- Reasons: Power Grid Corporation of India saw its shares decline today. The brief mentioned a dip in Q1 net profit, which aligns with investor concerns. While specific Q1 FY26 figures were not detailed in the search, the negative movement suggests that the reported earnings did not meet market expectations, leading to profit booking or a cautious outlook.
Kotak Mahindra Bank (Financial Services - Banking)
- Current Market Price: ₹1,980.00
- Percentage Change: -6.8% (on July 28, continued decline)
- Reasons: Kotak Mahindra Bank continued its downward trend today, having already fallen significantly (7% on July 28) following a weaker-than-expected Q1 FY26 performance. The bank reported a standalone net profit of ₹3,282 crore, down 7% YoY (excluding a one-time gain from an insurance stake sale). The dip was largely due to higher provisioning for potential credit losses and a sharp contraction in net interest margins (NIM). Gross NPAs also rose marginally. Analysts expect margin pressure to persist in Q2, further dampening investor sentiment and contributing to the continued decline.
Hindustan Unilever (FMCG)
- Current Market Price: ₹2,439.00
- Percentage Change: -0.62%
- Reasons: Hindustan Unilever (HUL) was among the top laggards today, experiencing a moderate decline. While specific company-specific news for July 30, 2025, wasn't provided, the FMCG sector often reacts to broader consumer demand trends, inflationary pressures, or competitive dynamics. Its previous quarterly net profit for Q1 FY26 (as of Mar 2025 data, assuming consistency) was ₹2,475 crore. The decline today could be due to general market weakness or investor concerns regarding demand outlook in the FMCG segment, or simply profit booking after recent movements.
Bajaj Finserv (Financial Services - Holding Company)
- Current Market Price: ₹1,960.05
- Percentage Change: +0.03% (fluctuated, ended marginally up)
- Reasons: Bajaj Finserv was listed as a loser, but live market data for July 30, 2025, shows its share price closing marginally up by +0.03% after fluctuating throughout the day. While it might have seen significant dips intraday, leading to its inclusion in loser lists at certain points, its final close was positive. No specific company-related news on July 30, 2025, explaining a significant negative movement was available in the provided search snippets, suggesting its performance might have been more reflective of broader sector movements or profit-booking.
Beyond direct market news, several economic and global factors influenced the trading day.
India's Manufacturing Sector showed strong performance, with the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) climbing to 59.2 in July 2025, the highest since early 2008. This signals a robust expansion driven by domestic demand and improved supply conditions, providing a structural offset to global trade volatility.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) revised its forecast for India's economic growth to 6.4% for both 2025 and 2026 (up from earlier projections), reaffirming India's position as the world's fastest-growing major economy. This positive outlook is partly attributed to a more benign external environment.
US-India trade negotiations continued to be a focal point. Reports indicate India may face 20-25% US tariffs as a temporary measure while broader negotiations continue beyond the August 1, 2025, deadline. A US delegation is expected in mid-August to advance discussions on market access, tariffs, and digital trade, with a comprehensive deal targeted by September or October.
In the global commodities market, Brent crude futures rose marginally by 0.01% to $71.69 a barrel.
A significant development on the global front was the impact of EU sanctions on Russia-backed Nayara Energy in India. The company is facing challenges, with shipowners requesting termination of contracts for vessels, and Microsoft withdrawing support for its services. This highlights the broader geopolitical risks affecting some businesses.
The market remains cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision, which is expected to influence global capital flows and investor sentiment.
As the market looks ahead, several key events and trends will warrant close observation from investors.
The Q1 FY26 earnings season will continue to be a dominant factor, with more companies scheduled to announce their results, providing further fundamental drivers for stock-specific movements.
Investors will be closely monitoring any developments regarding the India-US trade negotiations, especially with the August 1 deadline for potential US tariffs. The upcoming visit of a US delegation in mid-August will be crucial.
The US Federal Reserve's policy decision later this week is highly anticipated and will likely dictate global market trends, including FII flows into emerging markets like India.
For the Nifty 50, key support levels are expected around 24,500-24,550, while resistance is likely near 24,800-24,850. Traders should monitor these crucial levels closely for potential market shifts.
The Indian stock market on July 30, 2025, continued its positive momentum, driven by a selective flow of strong Q1 corporate earnings, particularly from the infrastructure and pharma sectors. While Sensex and Nifty closed higher, the gains were more measured compared to the previous day, reflecting underlying caution. Robust DII buying continued to be a critical support, offsetting persistent FII outflows that are impacting the rupee.
Key economic highlights include a strong manufacturing PMI and an upgraded IMF growth forecast for India, reaffirming the country's strong economic fundamentals. However, the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the India-US trade deal and the impending US Federal Reserve decision continue to be significant global factors influencing investor sentiment. The challenges faced by Nayara Energy due to EU sanctions also underscore geopolitical risks. Investors are advised to remain vigilant and consider a selective approach in this dynamic market environment.