Indian Share Market Today: Nifty, BankNifty & Sensex Turn Bearish | [22 Sep 2025]
Indian Share Market Today: FIIs Turn Net Sellers as Indices Fall | September 22, 2025
Published on September 22, 2025| By Aadarshkumar Jadhav
The Indian markets started the week with a gap-down and a bearish trend, with FIIs turning into net sellers and the IT sector leading the decline.
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Market Overview - September 22, 2025
The week began on a negative note for the Indian share market. All major indices, Nifty, BankNifty, and Sensex, opened with a gap-down and were dominated by a bearish trend throughout the day. A key development was the reversal in foreign institutional flows, with FIIs turning into net sellers for the first time in recent sessions, selling over ₹2,900 crores. This negative sentiment was amplified by a sharp rise in the India VIX. Despite strong and consistent buying from Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs), the overall market sentiment was negative, with indices making lower highs and lower lows. The IT sector was the hardest hit, with many of its heavyweights appearing on the list of top losers.
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Nifty Performance
Nifty 50
Open: 25238.10
Close: 25202.35
High: 25331.70
Low: 25151.05
Trend: Bearish
Volume (Cr): 254.51
Nifty 50 Summary:
- Opening: The index opened with a gap down of approximately 0.35%
- Early Recovery: It staged a strong recovery in the first 30 minutes, rising +0.30% from the open to fill the opening gap entirely.
- Established Downtrend: However, the bullish momentum faded. For the rest of the session, the index trended downwards in a slow and steady fashion, forming a pattern of lower lows and lower highs, confirming a sustained downtrend.
- Late Sell-off & Partial Recovery: The selling intensified after 1:00 PM, causing a sharp fall of about -0.60% from a recent lower high. A minor recovery of +0.20% in the final 30 minutes provided little relief.
- Close & Pattern: The index closed below its opening level, forming a bearish candle on the daily chart. The late recovery prevented it from being an exceptionally strong bearish candle, indicating some buying at lower levels, but the overall structure remained negative.
- Net Change: The Nifty 50 ended the day with a loss of -0.49%.
Key Highlight: Nifty opened with a 0.35% gap-down. It initially attempted to fill the gap by rising 0.30% in the first half hour but then resumed its bearish trajectory, making lower lows and lower highs. A late-day fall of 0.60% was met with a 0.20% recovery, but the index still closed below its open, confirming the overall bearish trend. The candle on the daily chart, while bearish, lacked a strong closing, suggesting some indecisiveness at lower levels.
BankNifty Performance
BankNifty
Open: 55429.30
Close: 55284.75
High: 55666.35
Low: 55215.60
Trend: Bearish
Volume (Cr): 118.64
BankNifty Summary:
- Opening: The index opened almost flat.
- Strong Morning Rally: It witnessed a solid upward move in the first hour, rallying +0.40% from the open.
- Slow Reversal: The trend reversed in the mid-session as the index began a slow and steady decline, making lower lows and lower highs.
- Drastic Afternoon Fall: After 1:00 PM, the decline accelerated drastically, with the index falling -0.70% from a recent lower high.
- Close & Pattern: The index closed near the day's low, forming a bearish candle with a long upper wick. This pattern is a clear sign of seller dominance; buyers were able to push the price higher initially, but sellers overwhelmed them and drove the price down to close near the lows.
- Net Change: The Bank Nifty ended the day with a loss of -0.31%.
Key Highlight: BankNifty's day began with a flat opening, followed by a 0.40% rise. However, this early strength was short-lived as the index began a steady descent, making lower highs and lower lows. A significant drop of 0.70% occurred after 1 PM, and the index closed near its low, reinforcing the bearish trend with a -0.31% change. The long upper wick on its bearish candle clearly indicates that sellers are active and are overpowering buyers at higher levels.
Sensex Performance
Sensex
Open: 82151.07
Close: 82159.97
High: 82583.16
Low: 81997.29
Trend: Bearish
Volume (Cr): 1.97
Sensex Summary:
- Opening: The index opened with a significant gap down of 0.62%.
- Gap-Filling Rally: It quickly rallied +0.47% in the first 30 minutes, recovering a large portion of the initial gap.
- Sustained Downtrend: Following the rally, the index entered a prolonged downtrend, moving slowly and steadily with lower lows and lower highs.
- Sharp Decline and Final Recovery Attempt: A sharp sell-off after 1:00 PM led to a -0.60% fall. A recovery attempt in the last 30 minutes helped the index close very near its opening price.
- Close & Pattern: This price action resulted in what can be described as an inverted hammer or an indecisive candle on the daily chart. While the long upper wick indicates selling pressure, the close near the open after a large gap down suggests a balance between buyers and sellers by the end of the session.
- Net Change: The Sensex ended the day with a loss of -0.56%.
Key Highlight: Sensex opened with a significant 0.62% gap-down but recovered quickly to close the gap. Similar to its peers, it then followed a downward path, losing 0.60% from its recent high. Although it tried to recover in the last 30 minutes, it closed almost flat to its open. The resulting Indecisive Inverted Hammer candle on the day chart suggests a battle between bulls and bears, with sellers holding the upper hand for now.
VIX and USDINR
| Indicator | Open | Close | Day Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIX | 9.9675 | 10.5575 | +5.92% |
| USDINR | 88.0750 | N/A | +0.21% |
The India VIX surged by nearly 6%, indicating a sharp increase in market fear and volatility. This jump confirms the bearish sentiment. The Indian Rupee saw a minor depreciation against the US Dollar.
Top Gainers
| Stock Name | LTP | Change in % |
|---|---|---|
| ADANIENT | 2,624.50 | +3.98 |
| ETERNAL | 341.95 | +1.60 |
| BAJFINANCE | 1,006.00 | +1.37 |
| ADANIPORTS | 1,445.00 | +1.20 |
| ULTRACEMCO | 12,645.00 | +1.10 |
Top Losers
| Stock Name | LTP | Change in % |
|---|---|---|
| TECHM | 1,507.20 | -3.00 |
| TCS | 3,075.50 | -2.96 |
| INFY | 1,500.90 | -2.55 |
| CIPLA | 1,542.00 | -2.14 |
| WIPRO | 250.49 | -2.11 |
| HCLTECH | 1,442.00 | -1.73 |
Other Stocks with Significant Losses:
- TATAMOTORS
- DRREDDY
- FEDERALBNK
- AUBANK
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22-Sep-2025 | DII | 12,715.96 | 10,133.33 | 2,582.63 |
| FII | 9,544.69 | 12,454.78 | -2,910.09 | |
| Total Net Value | -327.46 | |||
FII DII Trading activity details on NSE
| Date | Category | Buy (₹ Cr) | Sell (₹ Cr) | Net Value (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22-Sep-2025 | DII | 12,108.95 | 9,674.45 | 2,434.50 |
| FII | 9,466.22 | 12,258.25 | -2,792.03 | |
| Total Net Value | -357.53 | |||
Today marked a significant shift in institutional activity. While DIIs continued their strong buying, providing a net value of over ₹2,582 crores, FIIs turned net sellers, with a substantial net sell of over ₹2,910 crores. This negative flow from foreign investors contributed to the overall bearish sentiment in the market. For more details on FII/DII data, visit the NSE official website.
Block Deals
| Symbol Name | LTP | Traded Volume |
|---|---|---|
| MFSL | 1,561.70 | 1,51,935 |
| FORTIS | 953.95 | 2,19,013 |
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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 is the significance of FIIs turning net sellers after a period of buying?
The return of Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) as net sellers is a significant development. After providing a solid foundation with their buying in previous sessions, their selling today of over ₹2,900 crores signals a shift in sentiment. While DIIs continue to buy, a sustained exit by FIIs could lead to further downward pressure on the market. It indicates that foreign investors are either booking profits or becoming cautious about the short-term outlook.
Why did the IT sector see such a sharp decline today?
The IT sector was the biggest loser today, with stocks like TECHM, TCS, INFY, and WIPRO among the top losers. This broad-based selling in IT stocks could be attributed to several factors, including global economic slowdown concerns, profit booking after a recent rally, or potential negative forecasts from global peers. The significant drop indicates a strong bearish sentiment specifically targeting the IT sector.
What does the rise in India VIX imply?
The India VIX, which measures market volatility, jumped by 5.92% today to close at 10.5575. This is a substantial increase and signifies a sharp rise in market fear and uncertainty. A rising VIX often precedes or accompanies a market downturn, as traders buy protective puts to hedge their positions. The jump in VIX today confirms the bearish sentiment and indicates that traders are anticipating increased volatility in the coming days.
How did the candlestick patterns on the indices reflect today's market action?
Nifty and BankNifty formed bearish candles, confirming the sellers' dominance. BankNifty's candle with a long upper wick is particularly notable, as it indicates that an early attempt by buyers to push prices higher was met with strong selling pressure, and prices were ultimately driven back down. Sensex, on the other hand, formed an 'Indecisive Inverted Hammer' candle, which, while bearish, suggests some buying interest at lower levels but not enough to overcome the overall bearish bias.
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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