Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Closes Higher at 23128 as Axis Bank Leads Market Gains | 25 Sept 2026, 03:45 PM IST
By ThePip Desk
The Nifty 50 finished Friday at 23128.10, marking a 0.28% gain. Axis Bank and Asian Paints outperformed as domestic investors offset recent FII selling pressure.
Market Summary: Friday, 25 September 2026
The Indian equity markets concluded the trading session on Friday, 25 September 2026, with the Nifty 50 settling at 23128.10, reflecting a gain of +65.00 points or +0.28%. The Nifty Bank also ended in positive territory at 55522.50, up +84.00 points or +0.15%. Conversely, the NIFTY Midcap 100 index faced pressure, closing at 60852.95, a decline of −137.20 points or −0.23%.
Market Performance Table
| Index | Close | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 23128.10 | +65.00 | +0.28% |
| Nifty Bank | 55522.50 | +84.00 | +0.15% |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 60852.95 | −137.20 | −0.23% |
Corporate Developments
Axis Bank Ltd. (AXISBANK) emerged as the top gainer, rising +2.93%. The bank recently announced the appointment of an additional independent director and launched a co-branded credit card in partnership with Scapia. Asian Paints Ltd. (ASIANPAINT) also saw significant activity, climbing +2.27% following the commencement of commercial production of VAE at its Dahej facility. Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) gained +1.59% as it introduced the new Thar OG model.
Top Movers
| Stock | Close | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| Axis Bank Ltd. | 1221.3 | +2.93% |
| Asian Paints Ltd. | 2447 | +2.27% |
| Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. | 1015.5 | −2.92% |
| Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. | 290.05 | −1.68% |
Investors should monitor the ongoing FII outflow trend, which saw a net sale of ₹5027.36 crore in the previous session, alongside the DII support of ₹4301.18 crore, as these flows continue to dictate market sentiment heading into next week.