Indian markets are set to open on a positive note on Monday, with GIFT Nifty hovering at 24,983.50. As traders step into a new week, the mood will be shaped by global cues, movements in crude oil, and the broader trend across Asian markets. The dollar–rupee equation will also be on the radar, while metals, infra, and IT stocks are likely to set the early tone on Dalal Street.
On August 22, Indian markets ended weak, with both Sensex and Nifty closing in the red. The Sensex tumbled 693.86 points, or 0.85%, to finish at 81,306.85, while the Nifty fell 213.65 points, or 0.85%, slipping below the 24,900 level to close at 24,870.10.
Key global and domestic cues to know on August 25, 2025
Asian Markets
Asian markets started the week on a positive note, taking cues from Wall Street after US Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted that rate cuts could begin as early as next month during his Jackson Hole speech. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose 1.08% and the Topix gained 0.53%. South Korea’s Kospi added 0.75% while the Kosdaq jumped 1.71%. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 also advanced 0.87%.
US markets
On Friday, US markets closed sharply higher with the Dow jumping 846.24 points, or 1.89%, to a record 45,631.74. The S&P 500 rose 1.52% to 6,466.91, coming within three points of its all-time high. The Nasdaq Composite also surged 1.88% to finish at 21,496.53.
Powell’s Jackson Hole Signal
At the Jackson Hole gathering, US Fed Chair Jerome Powell suggested that the central bank could consider cutting interest rates as early as September, though he cautioned that the final call would depend on upcoming data on inflation and jobs. While he left the door open for easing, Powell also reminded markets that inflation risks are not fully behind.
US dollar
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the dollar’s value against a basket of six foreign currencies, was trading 0.02% up at 97.91 on Monday morning. The index evaluates the strength or weakness of the US dollar in comparison to major currencies. The basket contains currencies such as the British Pound, Euro, Swedish Krona, Japanese Yen, Swiss Franc, etc. The rupee appreciated 0.29% to close at 87.52 to the dollar on August 22.
Crude Oil
Oil prices inched higher in early Monday trade, with WTI crude up 0.20% at $63.79 a barrel and Brent crude gaining 0.16% to $67.83.
FII, DII data
On August 22, provisional exchange data showed selling pressure from both domestic and foreign investors. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 329 crore, marking their first net selling since July 4. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs/FPIs) also withdrew funds, offloading equities worth Rs 1,623 crore from the Indian market.
Gold rate today
Gold prices were lower in early Monday’s trade. As per Goodreturns, today, 10 grams of 24-carat gold rate today is Rs 1,01,610, while 22-carat gold costs Rs 93,140. For those preferring 18-carat gold, the price is Rs 76,200 for the same weight.
Top sectors in Friday’s trade
On the sectoral front, glass stocks saw the biggest move with a gain of 2.14%, followed by telecommunications, which added 0.8%. Plastics rose 0.79%, while electronics edged higher by 0.65%.
Best and worst performing business groups
Among business groups, Essel Group and Nagarjuna Group were the top gainers, rising 4.58% and 4.57% respectively. Future Group added 2.37%, while Manipal Group was up 2.31%. On the other hand, Ramco Group slipped 2.01%, Kalyani Group fell 2.08%, and Anil Ambani Group declined 2.49%.