Indian equity markets closed modestly higher on Monday, September 8, 2025, as auto stocks led the charge while global cues remained supportive. The BSE Sensex gained 76.54 points to settle at 80,787.30, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 32.15 points to close at 24,773.15. Despite the muted headline movement, sectoral rotation and commodity price action added depth to the session, with Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra surging over 4 percent each. Meanwhile, gold prices hit a fresh all-time high, reflecting global risk aversion and safe-haven demand.
Auto Stocks Lead the Rally
The standout performers of the day were auto stocks, which rallied sharply following the recent GST rate cuts announced by the government. The Nifty Auto index rose 3.3 percent, with Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, and Bajaj Auto posting strong gains. Tata Motors and M&M led the pack, each rising over 4 percent, driven by expectations of improved affordability and festive season demand.
The GST overhaul, which reduced tax rates on small and mid-sized vehicles from 28 percent to 18 percent, has already begun to influence consumer sentiment. Automakers have started announcing price reductions, which are expected to boost retail volumes in the coming weeks.
Broader Market Trends
Market breadth remained positive, with nine of the sixteen major sectoral indices ending in the green. Steel stocks also saw notable gains after a global brokerage turned bullish on the sector, citing strong demand and potential production curbs in China. JSW Steel and Tata Steel were among the top gainers in the metal space.
On the flip side, IT stocks continued to lag, falling nearly 1 percent amid concerns over US economic weakness and client cost-cutting. The Nifty IT index was dragged down by declines in Infosys, TCS, and HCL Technologies.
Midcap and smallcap indices posted moderate gains, reflecting selective buying in broader markets. Out of 4,362 stocks traded on the BSE, 2,328 advanced while 1,851 declined, indicating a healthy market breadth.
Gold Prices Hit Record High
Gold prices surged to a new record high of ₹65,420 per 10 grams in the domestic market, tracking gains in international bullion. The rally was fueled by weaker US jobs data, rising geopolitical tensions, and expectations of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Investors sought refuge in safe-haven assets, pushing gold to historic levels.
The spike in gold prices also lifted sentiment in related stocks, with Titan and Kalyan Jewellers seeing increased buying interest.
Global and Institutional Cues
Asian markets traded higher, supported by optimism around US monetary easing and regional political developments. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng, Japan’s Nikkei 225, and South Korea’s KOSPI all posted gains. On Wall Street, US indices ended slightly lower last Friday, but expectations of a Fed rate cut remain intact.
On the institutional front, foreign investors sold ₹1,304.91 crore worth of equities, while domestic institutions bought ₹1,821.23 crore, reflecting continued support from local players.
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Conclusion
The Indian stock market closed higher on September 8, 2025, supported by strong gains in auto and metal stocks and record-breaking gold prices. With policy tailwinds, festive optimism, and global cues aligning, the market appears poised for selective upside. As investors recalibrate their strategies, expert guidance from firms like Eqwires Research Analyst will be essential for navigating complexity and unlocking value in this dynamic environment.
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