Indian Share Market Today: Nifty, Bank Nifty & Sensex End Sideways [08 Sep 2025]
Indian Stock Market Today: Gap-Up Opening Followed by Sideways Trend on September 08, 2025
Published on September 08, 2025 | By Aadarshkumar Jadhav
A day of range-bound movement as Indian markets opened with a gap-up but closed near their opening prices after a late sell-off, indicating indecision between buyers and sellers.
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Market Overview - September 08, 2025
The Indian share market displayed sideways movement on 08 September 2025 with all major indices opening with modest gains but failing to sustain momentum. Nifty, BankNifty, and Sensex all showed similar patterns - opening with approximately 0.25% gap-up, trading in a range for most of the session, attempting a breakout around midday, but facing selling pressure in the final session to close near opening levels. Auto stocks were the clear outperformers while FIIs continued their selling streak.
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Nifty Performance
Nifty 50
Open: 24802.6
Close: 24773.15
High: 24885.5
Low: 24751.55
Trend: Sideways
Volume (Cr): 213.23
Key Highlight: Nifty opened with a 0.25% gap-up and traded in a range until midday. It attempted to rise further but a late-session sell-off pushed it down to close below its open. The narrow trading range from open to close and the final-hour reversal confirmed the overall sideways sentiment for the day.
BankNifty Performance
BankNifty
Open: 54215.4
Close: 54186.9
High: 54518.7
Low: 54067.15
Trend: Sideways
Volume (Cr): 76.26
Key Highlight: BankNifty opened with a slight 0.22% gap-up. It traded sideways before breaking out of a resistance level at 54320. However, the upward move was short-lived, as a sharp fall after 2:40 pm brought the index back down. It closed near its opening level, forming an indecisive "reverse hammer" candle, which signifies the market's indecision.
Sensex Performance
Sensex
Open: 80904.4
Close: 80787.3
High: 81171.38
Low: 80733.07
Trend: Sideways
Volume (Cr):
Key Highlight: Sensex, mirroring Nifty, opened with a 0.25% gap-up. It attempted to rise but failed to sustain the momentum. A late-session sell-off erased the day's gains, leading to a close near its open. The price action indicates a lack of conviction and a clear sideways trend for the day.
VIX and USDINR
| Indicator | Open | Close | Day Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIX | 10.78 | 10.8375 | +0.53% |
| USDINR | 88.143 | N/A | -0.15% |
The VIX (Volatility Index) increased slightly by 0.53%, indicating mildly increased uncertainty. The Indian Rupee strengthened against the US Dollar with USDINR declining by 0.15%, which typically supports foreign investment flows.
Top Gainers
| Stock Name | LTP | Change in % |
|---|---|---|
| TataMotors | 721.1 | +4.25 |
| Bajaj-Auto | 9455 | +4.08 |
| M&M | 3704.2 | +4.01 |
| EicherMot | 6798 | +3.31 |
| JSWSteel | 1103 | +2.79 |
| Maruti | 15256 | +2.42 |
| Adaniports | 1351 | +2.21 |
Top Losers
| Stock Name | LTP | Change in % |
|---|---|---|
| Trent | 5308 | -3.99 |
| AsianPaint | 2535 | -1.74 |
| CoalIndia | 387.35 | -1.35 |
| DrReddy | 1251 | -1.35 |
| NestleInd | 1193 | -1.28 |
| SBILife | 1782.9 | -1.24 |
| TechM | 1460 | -1.21 |
FII & DII Trading Activity
FII DII Trading activity details on NSE, BSE and MSEI (All Exchanges)
| Date | Category | Buy (₹ Cr) | Sell (₹ Cr) | Net Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08-Sep-2025 | DII | 11,080.70 | 8,066.40 | 3,014.30 |
| FII | 8,228.52 | 10,398.87 | -2,170.35 | |
| Total Net Value | 843.95 | |||
FII DII Trading activity details on NSE
| Date | Category | Buy (₹ Cr) | Sell (₹ Cr) | Net Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08-Sep-2025 | DII | 10,769.85 | 7,882.63 | 2,887.22 |
| FII | 7,857.41 | 10,079.73 | -2,222.32 | |
| Total Net Value | 664.90 | |||
Kindly visit NSE official website to know more about FII/DII data.
Block Deals
| Symbol Name | LTP | Traded Volume |
|---|---|---|
| HEROMOTOCO | 5,363.00 | 83,549 |
| INDIGO | 5,670.00 | 1,04,028 |
| VBL | 469.65 | 14,71,154 |
| ETERNAL | 329.15 | 87,18,482 |
| BHARTIARTL | 1,895.30 | 6,34,534 |
| RELIANCE | 1,375.00 | 5,17,192 |
For more details on block deals, kindly visit NSE Official website.
To know more about any specific symbol, kindly visit screener.in.
Note:The data shown is accurate as of the date of this post. Since external sources update daily, the same data may not be available on the provided links on other days.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does a 'sideways' trend mean, and why did the market close that way today?
A 'sideways' trend, also known as a horizontal trend or range-bound market, occurs when the price of a stock or index moves within a relatively narrow range, with no clear upward or downward direction. Today, the market opened with a gap-up, attempted to move higher, but a sharp sell-off in the final hour brought the indices back down to close near their opening prices. This indecisive price action, where bulls and bears struggled for control, resulted in an overall flat or sideways movement for the day.
Why did FIIs sell heavily while DIIs bought in today's market?
The pattern of Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) selling and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) buying has been a consistent theme in the recent market. This dynamic reflects differing perspectives on the market's valuation and outlook. FIIs may be booking profits or rebalancing their portfolios due to global factors, while DIIs, supported by strong inflows from domestic investors via mutual funds and SIPs, are seeing value at current levels. This strong DII buying is providing crucial support and preventing a steeper market decline despite significant FII outflows.
Why were Auto stocks the top performers today?
The strong performance of Auto stocks like Tata Motors, Bajaj-Auto, M&M, and Maruti can be attributed to several factors. Positive sentiment surrounding upcoming festive demand, strong sales numbers, or specific company-related news could be the catalysts. Additionally, with crude oil and other commodity prices being stable, the raw material cost for these companies remains in check, which is a positive for their profit margins. This has made the sector a favorite among buyers today.
Disclaimer: This blog post provides general market information based on publicly available data and should not be considered financial advice. Investing in the stock market involves risks, and readers are advised to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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