After four straight sessions of declines, the Indian stock market staged a solid comeback on Friday, December 19, with benchmark indices closing firmly in the green.
Investors cheered the Sensex Nifty rebound, driven by short covering, sectoral strength, and upbeat signals from global peers, lifting sentiment across Dalal Street.
The BSE Sensex climbed 447 points to settle at 84,929, while the NSE Nifty gained 150 points to end at 25,966, marking a welcome recovery after recent pressure.
Sensex Nifty Rebound: Key Index Movements
Trading started on a positive note and gathered momentum through the day. The Sensex touched an intra-day high before closing with gains of over 0.5 percent. Similarly, Nifty held above crucial levels, forming a higher high and higher low structure.
Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks, with BSE Midcap index rising 1.26 percent to 46,547 and Smallcap index up 1.25 percent to 50,800. All sectoral indices on NSE ended higher, reflecting widespread buying interest.
Top Gainers and Losers in Nifty
Shriram Finance led the pack with a sharp rise of around 4 percent, closing near ₹905. Max Healthcare followed closely, gaining over 2.6 percent to ₹1,076. Defence major BEL added 2.49 percent to ₹393, while Power Grid and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles also featured among notable advancers.
On the flip side, IT heavyweight HCL Technologies was the top drag, slipping about 1.18 percent to ₹1,642. Hindalco and Kotak Bank saw marginal declines, but losses remained limited across the board.
Sectoral Performance and Midcap Strength
Auto, realty, and healthcare sectors stole the show, posting the strongest gains. Defence and realty stocks attracted heavy buying, pushing related indices up significantly.
In the midcap space, a hammer pattern near the 50-DEMA earlier in the week triggered strong follow-through, with the index crossing recent highs. Analysts point to historical trends suggesting potential for a continued rally in midcaps during this period.
Global Cues Support the Rally
Asian markets closed mostly higher, with Japan’s Nikkei up over 1 percent and Korea’s Kospi gaining 0.65 percent. Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite also ended in positive territory.
Overnight, US indices had mixed but generally firm closes, providing a supportive backdrop for Indian equities.
Technical View: Supports and Resistances Ahead
The rebound has strengthened the near-term setup, with Nifty closing above key EMAs. Immediate support lies in the 25,800-25,850 zone, while a sustained move past 26,050 could open doors to higher levels around 26,300.
Short covering in derivatives added fuel, confirming the shift in momentum.
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Disclaimer: This article is based on market data, technical analysis, and reports from reliable sources as of December 19, 2025. Stock markets are subject to risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Readers are advised to consult certified financial advisors before making investment decisions.