Stock Market Live Update: Market Closes On A Green Note, Banking Titans HDFC & ICICI Drive Markets Higher, Sensex Jumps 400+ Points

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The stock market ended on a positive note today, led by robust gains in banking heavyweights HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. The Sensex climbed over 400 points, reflecting renewed investor optimism. HDFC Bank shares rallied on strong quarterly results, while ICICI Bank’s steady performance boosted market sentiment. Broader indices also showed gains as investors reacted favorably to easing inflation concerns and encouraging corporate earnings. Market breadth favored advances, with more stocks rising than falling, signaling healthy participation. This upbeat session suggests confidence is returning to the market, setting a positive tone for the coming days. 

At 12 PM, The Indian stock market saw a positive trend with the Sensex rising by 283.86 points (0.35%) to close at 82,041.59. The Nifty also climbed 70.45 points (0.28%) to surpass the 25,000 level, ending at 25,038.85. Market breadth was mixed as 1,681 shares advanced while 1,825 shares declined, and 167 remained unchanged. Investors showed cautious optimism amid global cues and domestic factors. The intra-day advance/decline ratio indicates a balanced trading session, reflecting steady investor sentiment. The market’s resilience suggests confidence as key indices maintain gains amid ongoing economic developments.

Gold prices remained steady on Monday as investors stayed cautious ahead of crucial developments in U.S. trade negotiations and upcoming central bank meetings. Spot gold was flat at $3,352.19 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures hovered around $3,358.70. Market participants are closely watching for signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy meeting next week, which could influence interest rate outlooks and gold’s appeal as a safe-haven asset. With uncertainty over global economic trends and potential geopolitical flare-ups, gold traders are likely to tread carefully in the days ahead, awaiting clearer direction from policymakers. 

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On July 21, several stocks, including Angel One, RBL Bank, Bandhan Bank, and Hindustan Copper, have entered the Futures & Options (F&O) ban list. These stocks exceeded 95% of the market-wide position limit, triggering regulatory restrictions for derivative trading. Traders are advised to exercise caution, as no new F&O positions can be created in these stocks during the ban period. Positions can only be squared off. The ban will remain until the open interest falls below the set threshold. Market participants should stay alert and adjust strategies accordingly to avoid penalties.

Adani Commodities LLP has fully exited AWL Agri Business, offloading its entire 13.54 crore shareholding for ₹3,732.5 crore. The stake was sold to a mix of prominent domestic and global institutional investors at ₹275.5 per share. Buyers included Duro India Opportunities Fund, IDFC Mutual Fund, Bandhan MF, Jupiter India Fund, Morgan Stanley, Quant MF, Shajaeatan Investment FZCO, and Vanguard Funds. The transaction marks a significant shift in AWL’s ownership structure and highlights strong institutional appetite for the agri business segment. The sale reflects Adani’s portfolio realignment and strategic capital reallocation across its business verticals.

Anthem Biosciences is all set to debut on the stock market today, July 21, following a blockbuster IPO that saw an oversubscription of 63.86 times. The IPO, open from July 14 to 16, attracted massive interest across categories, reflecting strong investor confidence. The company is known for its end-to-end offerings in the pharmaceutical and biotech space, serving both CROs and CRDMOs. With its integrated capabilities and global client base, Anthem has positioned itself as a key player in the life sciences sector. All eyes are now on its listing price and first-day performance

Top Gainers:

• ASTEC-RE
• MAXIND
• TIMESGTY
• VIJIFIN
• ANUHPHR
• HATSUN

Top Losers:

• KSOLVES
• AUBANK
• CEATLTD
• MRPL
• RCOM
• ALPSINDUS

Stocks to Watch on Friday, July 21, 2025

• Q1FY26 Earnings & Key Updates:
  • UltraTech Cement, Eternal, Havells India, Globe Civil Projects, IDBI Bank: Set to announce Q1 earnings for the quarter ending June 30, 2025.
  • Oberoi Realty, UCO Bank, PNB Housing Finance, Mahindra Logistics, Dodla Dairy: Also to announce Q1 results on June 21, 2025.
• Stocks to Watch Today:
  • Reliance Industries: PAT rose 76.5% to ₹30,783 crore; revenue up 6% to ₹2,73,252 crore; retail gross revenue up 11%. Strong growth except in Exploration & Production.
  • ICICI Bank: PAT at ₹12,768 crore, up 15.5% YoY; NII increased 10.6% to ₹21,635 crore; net interest margin stable at 4.34%.
  • HDFC Bank: Net profit slightly down 1.3% at ₹16,258 crore; core net interest margin down to 3.35%; CASA deposits up 6.1%.
  • JSW Steel: Revenue slightly up to ₹43,147 crore; PAT surged to ₹2,209 crore; capacity utilization at 87%; crude steel production up 14%.
  • PCBL Chemical: Tax demand partly confirmed; company says no material impact on operations or finances.
  • Brigade Enterprises: Acquired 20.19-acre land in Bengaluru’s Whitefield–Hoskote corridor for ₹588.33 crore via subsidiary.
  • Globe Civil Projects: Won EPC order worth ₹172.99 crore from NBCC India Ltd for Central University of Punjab project (21-month timeline).
  • Yes Bank: Net profit up 59.4% at ₹801 crore; net interest margin steady at 2.5%; non-interest income up 46.1%; CASA ratio improved to 32.8%.
  • Dr. Reddy’s: USFDA issued Form 483 with seven observations after recent inspection; company plans to address issues timely.
  • Union Bank of India: Net profit up 12% to ₹4,116 crore; NIM down 29 bps to 2.76%; net interest income down 3.18%.
  • Central Bank of India: Net profit rose 32.84% to ₹1,169 crore; net interest income ₹3,383 crore; NIM at 3.16%.
  • Waaree Energies: Subsidiary Waaree Solar Americas got order for 500 MW solar modules supply in the US for FY 2026–27.
  • Texmaco Rail & Engineering: Received ₹47.77 crore order from Ultratech Cement for BOXNHL wagons and BVCM Brake Van; delivery by mid-Oct 2025

The Indian Stock Market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty opened on a flat note at 24,999 with +30.60 (0.12%) points, Whereas Sensex opened at 81,918.53 with +160.80 (0.20%) from previous session.

Global markets are threw a mixed bag of signals today. Asian markets are a bit all over the place after China decided to keep loan prime rates steady—no surprises there. Back home, GIFT Nifty is playing it cool, hinting at a flat start for the day. Meanwhile, across the pond, the US is sticking to its August 1 tariff deadline, stirring up trade tension vibes again. Wall Street is calm before the storm of big earnings from Alphabet and Tesla, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq still basking in last week’s record highs. The Dow, however, took a slight dip thanks to Trump’s EU tariff talk putting a pause on the rally. Meanwhile, bond yields dipped as traders bet on a Fed rate cut, which Fed’s Waller seems to back given the shaky labor market. Gold is shining bright with a weaker dollar, oil is steady despite EU sanctions on Russia, and even Ether got a 2% boost after Trump signed the GENIUS Act on stablecoins. Phew, quite a day in markets!

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite closed mostly flat on Friday after a brief dip caused by reports that U.S. President Donald Trump was considering steep new tariffs on European Union products. The Financial Times report initially rattled markets but the indexes quickly recovered. The S&P 500 dipped slightly by 0.57 points (0.01%) to end at 6,296.79, while the Nasdaq Composite edged up 10.01 points (0.05%) to 20,895.66. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 142.30 points, or 0.32%, closing at 44,342.19. Investors remain cautious amid ongoing trade tensions and tariff uncertainties.

It was a bloodbath on Dalal Street as bears tightened their grip for a second straight day. On July 18, the Nifty crashed below the crucial 25,000 mark, ending at 24,968.40 — its lowest in a month. The Sensex wasn’t spared either, sinking 502 points to 81,757.73. Selling was widespread, with pharma, banks, FMCG, and telecom all deep in the red. Only media and metal stocks managed to stay afloat. Major losers included Axis Bank, Shriram Finance, and HDFC Life. Even midcaps and smallcaps weren’t safe, falling 0.6% each. Brace yourselves — the slide may not be over. 

At 7:30 Am, GIFT Nifty signals a flat to slightly negative start for the Indian stock market today. The index showed a marginal decline of 37.5 points, or 0.15 percent, suggesting subdued investor sentiment. At the time of reporting, Nifty futures were trading around the 24,995.50 mark, just below the psychological 25,000 level. This trend reflects cautiousness among global investors, influenced by mixed global cues and economic uncertainties. Traders may brace for a range-bound session, with stock-specific action likely to dominate. The overall sentiment remains fragile, and market participants are closely monitoring global developments and domestic earnings to determine the next directional move.