Indian Markets Snapped Their Two-Day Winning Streak On Weak Global Cues; Manufacturing PMI Eased In November & More
- Share.Market
- 10 min read
- 21 Nov 2025
Here’s a quick wrap-up where we break down the performance of key indices, top corporate movers, and the major economic headlines of the day.
Nifty 50 and Sensex ended a two-day rally to close in the red on Friday. The broader market indices, including Nifty Midcap 150 and Nifty Smallcap 250, were also under pressure, falling by over 1% each. On the sectoral front, Nifty FMCG index was the only gainer, while Nifty Metal was the top loser.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
MARUTIMaruti Suzuki inaugurated its 1,500th parts and accessories distributor touchpoint in Mumbai, expanding coverage to nearly 760 cities. The strategic move boosts customer access to genuine parts and supports the brand’s extensive sales and service network across India
INDIGOInterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) has allocated $820 million to its subsidiary IndiGo IFSC for acquiring aviation assets, marking a shift toward greater aircraft ownership. The move supports a balanced fleet structure and long-term shareholder value.
TCSTata Consultancy Services secured a $1 billion investment from TPG for its HyperVault AI data center platform. The partners will commit up to ₹18,000 crore, enabling TCS to aggressively expand AI-ready data center capacity in India over the next few years.
TRIDENTTrident Group announced a ₹2,000 crore expansion plan for Punjab, including new investments in Barnala and Mohali. The initiative will create 2,000 jobs, mainly for rural women, strengthen industrial growth, and reinforce sustainable development.
HINDALCOHindalco shares slipped after a fire broke out at the Novelis plant in Oswego, New York. All workers were safely evacuated with no injuries, but this is the second fire in two months, raising operational concerns about the US subsidiary.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty FMCGNIFTY FMCG | +0.14%+78.00 | 55504.70 |
 Nifty AutoNIFTY AUTO | -0.06%-16.15 | 27537.85 |
 Nifty InfraNIFTY INFRA | -0.32%-30.85 | 9661.45 |
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 20 Nov 2025 | 283.65 | 824.46 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | 1,580.72 | 1,360.27 |
| 18 Nov 2025 | -728.82 | 6,156.83 |
| 17 Nov 2025 | 442.17 | 1,465.86 |
| 14 Nov 2025 | -4,968.22 | 8,461.47 |
| Month till Date | -12,074.94 | 51,159.55 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- The flash HSBC India Manufacturing PMI dipped to 57.4 in November 2025 from October’s 59.2, marking the slowest factory activity improvement since February. Weaker new orders and subdued domestic demand slowed output growth, but business confidence remains positive for 2026, says HSBC.
- India’s renewable energy share in total power generation is set to exceed 35% by FY30, rising from 22.1% in FY25. ICRA notes capacity additions of about 200 GW will drive this shift amid policy support and slowed recent bidding.
- Domestic mutual funds recorded their highest-ever equity ownership at 10.9% in Q2FY26, supported by strong SIP inflows. Meanwhile, foreign portfolio investors’ shares slid to a 15-year low of 16.9%, reports National Stock Exchange (NSE) Market Pulse.
- Air cargo services between India and Afghanistan are set to begin shortly, with air freight corridors on the Kabul-Delhi and Kabul-Amritsar routes now activated. This move aims to boost trade ties, particularly in agriculture and other sectors, amid broader efforts to strengthen economic cooperation, an Indian foreign ministry official said during Taliban Trade Minister Al-Haj Nooruddin Azizi’s visit to New Delhi.
- The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) released ₹39.84 crore to Andhra Pradesh for Red Sanders conservation under the Access and Benefit Sharing initiative. Total ABS disbursements have crossed ₹110 crore, funding protection, research, and sapling programs in the Eastern Ghats.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is an Accumulation Phase?
An accumulation phase is a period when investors quietly buy shares of a stock or market, often after prices have fallen, but before wider market interest picks up. It usually happens when the market is moving sideways, neither rising nor falling much. During this phase, trading volumes may be low but gradually increase as more investors start buying. You won’t see big price jumps yet, but it’s a sign that investor confidence is returning.
These phases don’t guarantee instant gains, but they suggest that smart money sees value. Spotting accumulation phases can help you invest before the crowd jumps in, keeping you ahead of short-term market noise and focused on long-term potential.
Corporate Actions
| Stock | Ex-Date | Record Date | Event Type | Event Details |
| Ingersoll-Rand (India) Ltd. | 25 Nov 2025 | 25 Nov 2025 | Interim Dividend | ₹55.00 |
Before You Go…
Markets aren’t just charts and tickers; they’re daily tales of ambition and the quiet courage to stay invested.
We’ll be back to cut through the noise, so you can focus on investing intelligently.
