Nifty 50, Sensex Hit All-Time High; India-UAE Advance Talks On FTA & More
- Share.Market
- 10 min read
- 27 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.
The Indian benchmark indices achieved milestones on Thursday, with the Sensex crossing the 86,000 mark and the Nifty topping 26,300 for the first time, although they eventually settled largely flat. On the sectoral front, Nifty Media and Nifty Financial Services emerged as the top performers, rising 0.84% and 0.53% respectively, while Nifty Oil & Gas was the biggest laggard, declining 0.73%.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
ASHOKLEYThe Board of Directors has approved the merger of Hinduja Leyland Finance, a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, into NDL Ventures Limited with a share swap ratio of 25 NDL shares for every 10 Hinduja Leyland shares held. The scheme is slated for an appointed date of April 1, 2026, pending final regulatory approvals from SEBI, the NCLT, and stock exchanges.
ASHOKAAshoka Buildcon’s subsidiary completed the sale of five highway SPVs to Maple Infrastructure Trust for a total consideration of ₹1,814.42 crore.
SWSOLARSterling and Wilson Renewable Energy secured a ₹1,313 crore solar project in South Africa, marking its second win in the region this fiscal and pushing total order inflows past ₹5,088 crore.
ASIANPAINTAsian Paints’ subsidiary, Berger Paints Emirates, will invest ~₹340 crore to establish a second manufacturing facility in the UAE with an annual capacity of 55,800 KL.
PAYTMPaytm’s subsidiary, PPSL, has received the final RBI authorization to operate as a Payment Aggregator, effectively lifting the regulatory ban and allowing the company to resume onboarding new online merchants.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
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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) |
| 26 Nov 2025 | 4,778.03 | 6,247.93 |
| 25 Nov 2025 | 785.32 | 3,912.47 |
| 24 Nov 2025 | -4,171.75 | 4,512.87 |
| 21 Nov 2025 | -1,766.05 | 3,161.61 |
| 20 Nov 2025 | 283.65 | 824.46 |
| Month till Date | -12,449.39 | 68,994.43 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- Platinum surged to a one-month high of $1,620 an ounce, driven by the launch of China’s new futures contract and rising expectations for a US rate cut.
- India’s robust services exports are serving as a critical counterbalance to merchandise trade volatility, while strong domestic demand and record-low inflation are expected to sustain economic growth through FY26 despite global uncertainties.
- India and the UAE are advancing negotiations to streamline market access and regulatory frameworks, particularly regarding gold import quotas and food safety standards. These discussions aim to capitalize on a record $100 billion in bilateral trade, with a strategic focus on expanding non-oil commerce to meet future targets.
- India’s FMCG sector saw a temporary dip in Q2 growth due to GST adjustments, though rural demand continues to significantly outperform urban markets. Companies anticipate a strong recovery in the second half of the fiscal year, aided by lower raw material costs and increased consumer affordability.
- India’s GDP is projected to grow by 7.5% in Q2 FY26, significantly higher than the previous year, driven by strong government spending and robust private sector activity. However, growth may moderate in the second half of the fiscal year as statistical benefits fade and potential trade delays impact exports
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?
The Consumer Price Index acts as the economy’s “price tag,” tracking the changing cost of a standard basket of essential goods and services, like food, fuel, housing, and healthcare, over time. It is the primary gauge used to measure inflation (how fast prices are rising) or deflation (how fast they are falling).
When the CPI climbs, it indicates that purchasing power is eroding, meaning your currency buys less today than it did yesterday. Central banks (like the RBI) watch this number closely; a spiking CPI forces them to raise interest rates to cool down prices, while a slumping CPI (like India’s recent record low) gives them room to cut rates. This metric is a leading indicator for your monthly budget and investments: a high CPI eats into your real savings, while a cooling CPI often signals that lower loan interest rates (EMIs) may be on the horizon.
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