Sensex Tanks 550 Points, Nifty Slides Below 25,500; India VIX Jumps 4% as Market Volatility Spikes

Mumbai, June 30, 2025 — Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Monday as the benchmark Sensex plunged over 550 points, while the Nifty 50 slipped below the crucial 25,500 level. Rising global uncertainty and profit-booking in heavyweight sectors drove the markets lower, while volatility surged significantly.

At close, the BSE Sensex fell 552.65 points, settling at 84,102.35, while the NSE Nifty 50 declined 168.90 points to end at 25,462.70. Market sentiment remained under pressure, reflecting investor caution ahead of key global economic data and central bank policy updates.

Global Jitters Weigh on Sentiment

Analysts attribute Monday’s fall to nervousness over potential interest rate moves by major central banks, especially the US Federal Reserve. Investors are worried about the possibility of rates remaining higher for longer, which could impact capital flows into emerging markets like India.

“Global markets are jittery due to expectations of tighter monetary policy and geopolitical tensions. This uncertainty has spilled over to domestic equities, prompting traders to reduce positions,” said Richa Sharma, Senior Analyst at SharePro Securities.

Heavyweights Drag Markets Lower

The IT, banking, and financial sectors were among the biggest drags on the indices.

Major losers on the Sensex included Infosys, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and TCS, which saw selling pressure amid weak global tech cues.

However, select FMCG and auto stocks offered some support, preventing deeper losses.

Mid-cap and small-cap indices also closed lower but managed to outperform the benchmarks slightly, indicating selective buying interest in broader markets.

India VIX Spikes Nearly 4%Sensex Tanks 550 Points, Nifty Slides Below 25,500; India VIX Jumps 4% as Market Volatility Spikes

Mumbai, June 30, 2025 — Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Monday as the benchmark Sensex plunged over 550 points, while the Nifty 50 slipped below the crucial 25,500 level. Rising global uncertainty and profit-booking in heavyweight sectors drove the markets lower, while volatility surged significantly.

At close, the BSE Sensex fell 552.65 points, settling at 84,102.35, while the NSE Nifty 50 declined 168.90 points to end at 25,462.70. Market sentiment remained under pressure, reflecting investor caution ahead of key global economic data and central bank policy updates.

Global Jitters Weigh on Sentiment

Analysts attribute Monday’s fall to nervousness over potential interest rate moves by major central banks, especially the US Federal Reserve. Investors are worried about the possibility of rates remaining higher for longer, which could impact capital flows into emerging markets like India.

“Global markets are jittery due to expectations of tighter monetary policy and geopolitical tensions. This uncertainty has spilled over to domestic equities, prompting traders to reduce positions,” said Richa Sharma, Senior Analyst at SharePro Securities.

Heavyweights Drag Markets Lower

The IT, banking, and financial sectors were among the biggest drags on the indices.

Major losers on the Sensex included Infosys, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and TCS, which saw selling pressure amid weak global tech cues.

However, select FMCG and auto stocks offered some support, preventing deeper losses.

Mid-cap and small-cap indices also closed lower but managed to outperform the benchmarks slightly, indicating selective buying interest in broader markets.

India VIX Spikes Nearly 4%Sensex Tanks 550 Points, Nifty Slides Below 25,500; India VIX Jumps 4% as Market Volatility Spikes

Mumbai, June 30, 2025 — Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Monday as the benchmark Sensex plunged over 550 points, while the Nifty 50 slipped below the crucial 25,500 level. Rising global uncertainty and profit-booking in heavyweight sectors drove the markets lower, while volatility surged significantly.

At close, the BSE Sensex fell 552.65 points, settling at 84,102.35, while the NSE Nifty 50 declined 168.90 points to end at 25,462.70. Market sentiment remained under pressure, reflecting investor caution ahead of key global economic data and central bank policy updates.

Global Jitters Weigh on Sentiment

Analysts attribute Monday’s fall to nervousness over potential interest rate moves by major central banks, especially the US Federal Reserve. Investors are worried about the possibility of rates remaining higher for longer, which could impact capital flows into emerging markets like India.

“Global markets are jittery due to expectations of tighter monetary policy and geopolitical tensions. This uncertainty has spilled over to domestic equities, prompting traders to reduce positions,” said Richa Sharma, Senior Analyst at SharePro Securities.

Heavyweights Drag Markets Lower

The IT, banking, and financial sectors were among the biggest drags on the indices.

Major losers on the Sensex included Infosys, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and TCS, which saw selling pressure amid weak global tech cues.

However, select FMCG and auto stocks offered some support, preventing deeper losses.

Mid-cap and small-cap indices also closed lower but managed to outperform the benchmarks slightly, indicating selective buying interest in broader markets.

India VIX Spikes Nearly 4%

A significant development was the surge in the India VIX, the volatility gauge, which climbed nearly 4% during the session. Rising VIX signals growing fear and uncertainty among market participants, suggesting that the road ahead could remain choppy.

Technical View: Key Levels to Watch

Technical experts caution that further downside cannot be ruled out if the Nifty fails to reclaim levels above 25,500 decisively.

Immediate support for the Nifty lies around 25,250-25,300.

A decisive break below this zone could open the door for a deeper correction toward 24,900-25,000.

On the upside, resistance is seen near 25,600-25,750.

“Today’s fall appears to be a healthy correction within an overall bullish structure, but sustained weakness below 25,300 could alter the short-term outlook,” said Ankit Jaiswal, Technical Analyst at EquityEdge.

Outlook

Despite today’s drop, long-term market fundamentals remain intact, driven by strong domestic economic growth, robust earnings outlook, and investor interest in India as a favored emerging market destination. However, traders and investors should brace for higher volatility in the near term.

Investors are advised to stay cautious, avoid aggressive positions, and look for opportunities on dips in fundamentally strong stocks.

Stay tuned for live market updates, expert views, and analysis on how global events could shape the next move for Dalal Street.

A significant development was the surge in the India VIX, the volatility gauge, which climbed nearly 4% during the session. Rising VIX signals growing fear and uncertainty among market participants, suggesting that the road ahead could remain choppy.

Technical View: Key Levels to Watch

Technical experts caution that further downside cannot be ruled out if the Nifty fails to reclaim levels above 25,500 decisively.

Immediate support for the Nifty lies around 25,250-25,300.

A decisive break below this zone could open the door for a deeper correction toward 24,900-25,000.

On the upside, resistance is seen near 25,600-25,750.

“Today’s fall appears to be a healthy correction within an overall bullish structure, but sustained weakness below 25,300 could alter the short-term outlook,” said Ankit Jaiswal, Technical Analyst at EquityEdge.

Outlook

Despite today’s drop, long-term market fundamentals remain intact, driven by strong domestic economic growth, robust earnings outlook, and investor interest in India as a favored emerging market destination. However, traders and investors should brace for higher volatility in the near term.

Investors are advised to stay cautious, avoid aggressive positions, and look for opportunities on dips in fundamentally strong stocks.

Stay tuned for live market updates, expert views, and analysis on how global events could shape the next move for Dalal Street.

A significant development was the surge in the India VIX, the volatility gauge, which climbed nearly 4% during the session. Rising VIX signals growing fear and uncertainty among market participants, suggesting that the road ahead could remain choppy.

Technical View: Key Levels to Watch

Technical experts caution that further downside cannot be ruled out if the Nifty fails to reclaim levels above 25,500 decisively.

Immediate support for the Nifty lies around 25,250-25,300.

A decisive break below this zone could open the door for a deeper correction toward 24,900-25,000.

On the upside, resistance is seen near 25,600-25,750.

“Today’s fall appears to be a healthy correction within an overall bullish structure, but sustained weakness below 25,300 could alter the short-term outlook,” said Ankit Jaiswal, Technical Analyst at EquityEdge.

Outlook

Despite today’s drop, long-term market fundamentals remain intact, driven by strong domestic economic growth, robust earnings outlook, and investor interest in India as a favored emerging market destination. However, traders and investors should brace for higher volatility in the near term.

Investors are advised to stay cautious, avoid aggressive positions, and look for opportunities on dips in fundamentally strong stocks.

Stay tuned for live market updates, expert views, and analysis on how global events could shape the next move for Dalal Street.