The Indian stock market had a rough day on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Both the Sensex and Nifty fell sharply for the second day in a row. Heavy selling by foreign investors, a weak rupee, and worries over the India–US trade deal pulled markets lower.
By the closing bell, the Sensex crashed 533.50 points (0.63%) to close at 84,679.86, while the Nifty50 dropped 167.20 points (0.64%) to end at 25,860.10, slipping below the key 25,900 level.
These 5 Big Stocks Dragged the Market Down
A handful of heavyweight stocks were mainly responsible for today’s fall. The biggest losers were Axis Bank, Reliance Industries, Eternal, Infosys, and HDFC Bank. These stocks together caused most of the damage to the Sensex.
Axis Bank Top Loser, Banking & IT Under Pressure
Axis Bank emerged as the biggest loser on the Sensex, falling 5.03% to ₹1,219.65. Eternal followed with a sharp 4.69% decline. Other major stocks like HCL Technologies, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Steel, and UltraTech Cement also closed lower.
Sector-wise, banking stocks remained under pressure as the BSE Bankex index fell 1.03% to close at 66,024.80. IT stocks also struggled, with the BSE IT index slipping 0.90% to settle at 36,783.35.
Market Breadth Turns Weak: More Losers Than Gainers
The overall market mood remained negative throughout the session. Out of 4,328 actively traded BSE stocks, 2,517 stocks declined, 1,649 stocks ended higher, and 162 stocks remained unchanged.
During the session, 100 stocks touched their 52-week highs, while 135 stocks slipped to their 52-week lows. Meanwhile, 187 stocks hit their upper circuit limits, whereas 144 stocks were locked in lower circuits.
Expert View: Why Did the Market Fall?
Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Investments Limited, said that domestic equity markets slipped into negative territory as the rupee weakened to fresh record lows. He added that continued foreign institutional investor selling and a weak global risk environment further hurt investor sentiment.
According to him, small and mid-cap stocks underperformed large caps, while IT, metals, banking, and realty stocks led the losses. He also mentioned that market volatility may remain high due to currency movement and uncertainty over foreign inflows.
What’s Next for Investors?
In the short term, the stock market may continue to remain volatile. Investors should closely watch the rupee’s movement, foreign investor activity, and updates related to the India–US trade deal.
However, experts believe that softer commodity prices and improving corporate earnings can provide support in the medium term. Long-term investors are advised not to panic and stay focused on quality stocks.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Investors should consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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