Sensex Surges Over 1,000 Points, Nifty Nears 25,000 on GST Reforms & Rating Upgrade
Mumbai, August 18, 2025:
The Indian stock market staged a sharp rebound on Monday, with the BSE Sensex soaring more than 1,000 points and the Nifty 50 crossing the 25,000 mark intraday. The rally was driven by government-backed GST reforms, a favorable S&P credit rating upgrade, and strong gains in auto and financial stocks.
Market Snapshot
- Sensex: Up 1,100+ points, trading near 81,500–81,590 (+1.2%).
- Nifty 50: Gained 1.3–1.4%, around 24,950–24,964.
- Broader markets: Mid-cap and small-cap indices advanced ~1%.
- Top performing sectors: Automobiles, financials, and consumer goods.
Top Gainers Today
- Maruti Suzuki: +6–8%, boosted by expected GST cuts on small cars.
- Hero MotoCorp: +6–7.5%, auto momentum remained strong.
- Financials: Banks & NBFCs rallied ~1.6% after S&P’s credit upgrade.
Why the Stock Market is Rising
- GST Reforms
- Proposal to move to a two-rate GST structure (5% & 18%).
- Likely to reduce consumer prices and boost demand.
- Analysts see potential 0.7–0.8% GDP growth boost.
- S&P Credit Rating Upgrade
- Improved India’s financial outlook.
- Strengthened investor confidence, lifting banking & NBFC stocks.
- Global Cues & Geopolitical Relief
- US–Russia diplomatic progress eased oil supply fears.
- Asian markets also traded higher, supporting Indian equities.
- Technical Breakout
- Nifty ended its six-week losing streak.
- Support near 24,200 (200-day EMA); resistance around 25,000.
Where to Watch Live Updates
Expert View
“The GST simplification and S&P upgrade are medium-term positives. However, Nifty faces resistance near 25,000, and some consolidation is possible,” said a market strategist.
Outlook Ahead
- Short-term: Nifty may consolidate between 24,200–24,800.
- Medium-term: Analysts expect steady upside if reforms boost consumption.
- Key watch factors: Global crude trends, monsoon’s impact, and Q2 earnings.
Conclusion
The Sensex–Nifty stock market rally reflects strong domestic policy support and positive global sentiment. If GST reforms deliver as expected and rating upgrades sustain confidence, markets could continue their upward momentum—but resistance at 25,000 on Nifty remains a psychological hurdle.
