Closing Bell: Nifty Ends Flat At 25,600 As Markets Consolidate After Recent Record Highs | 22 Sept 2026, 03:45 PM IST
By ThePip Desk
The Nifty 50 settled at 25,600.25 on Tuesday, 22 September 2026, as investors paused for breath following a period of sustained gains in the equity market.
Market Overview
The Indian equity markets concluded the trading session on Tuesday, 22 September 2026, with the Nifty 50 settling at 25,600.25. The session was marked by consolidation as participants assessed the current valuation levels after a recent rally. The Sensex finished the day at 83,850.10, reflecting the cautious sentiment prevailing among domestic institutional investors.
Closing Market Data
| Index | Close | Change | Change% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,600.25 | +12.10 | +0.05% |
| Sensex | 83,850.10 | −45.20 | −0.05% |
Sectoral Performance
The sectoral landscape showed mixed results throughout the day. The Nifty Bank index closed at 53,200.45, recording a modest gain of +0.12%. Conversely, the Nifty IT index faced selling pressure, settling at 42,150.80, down by −0.45%. The Nifty Auto index remained relatively flat, finishing at 26,450.30 with a marginal move of +0.02%.
What to Watch
Market participants will look toward global cues and the upcoming macroeconomic data releases before the market opens on Wednesday. Investors should monitor the movement in major index heavyweights for further directional clarity.