Domestic Market Update: Sensex and Nifty Performance
The domestic stock market opened lower on Monday, December 16, 2025, with the BSE Sensex trading nearly 300 points down at around 84,900. Meanwhile, the Nifty 50 index slipped approximately 100 points to hover near 25,900 in Nifty live updates.
Out of the 30 Sensex stocks, a staggering 26 were in the red, signaling widespread broad-based selling. Sectors like banking stocks, auto stocks, and IT stocks bore the brunt of heavy selling pressure, contributing to the overall stock market crash vibes in early trade.
Amid this market downturn, positive developments included the mainboard IPO of KSH International, which opened for subscription today, offering a glimmer of opportunity in the IPO market India.
Weak Global Markets Impact on Indian Indices
Global market cues played a pivotal role in today's Sensex Nifty decline, with Asian markets and US stock markets setting a bearish tone:
- South Korea’s KOSPI declined 1.73% to 4,019.
- Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 1.28% to 49,523.
- Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index dropped 1.89% to 25,145.
- China’s Shanghai Composite slipped 1.22% to 3,820.
In the US markets on December 15, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed marginally lower by 0.086% at 48,416. The Nasdaq Composite ended 0.59% down, while the S&P 500 fell 0.16%, underscoring global market weakness that spilled over to Indian stock market today.
KSH International IPO Opens: Key Details for Investors
In IPO news today, KSH International Limited IPO kicked off for bidding on December 16, 2025, and will close on December 18. The mainboard IPO aims to raise ₹710 crore, comprising a fresh issue of ₹420 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of ₹290 crore by promoters. This upcoming IPO is a highlight in the Indian IPO market, attracting retail and institutional interest amid market volatility.
KSH International IPO Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
| IPO Opening | 16 Dec |
| IPO Closing | 18 Dec |
| Share Allotment | 19 Dec |
| Refund/Share Credit| 22 Dec |
| Listing Date | 23 Dec |
Note: These IPO dates are tentative and subject to change. Stay tuned for IPO allotment status updates.
FII Outflows vs DII Buying: Institutional Activity in Focus
FII data revealed continued foreign investor selling, with Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloading equities worth ₹1,468 crore on December 15. In contrast, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bucked the trend as net buyers, purchasing ₹1,792 crore worth of shares.
Monthly FII and DII Trends (Up to December 15, 2025)
| Period | FII Net Selling (₹ Cr) | DII Net Buying (₹ Cr) |
| December (YTD) | 21,073 | 41,762 |
| November 2025 | 17,500.31 | 77,083.78 |
These figures highlight FII outflows pressuring the bull market India, while DII support underscores domestic investor confidence in the long-term stock market outlook.
Previous Session Recap: Markets End Flat on December 15
The Indian stock market closing on December 15 was subdued, with indices trading in a narrow range. The Sensex share price settled 54 points lower at 85,213 (▼ 0.06%), and Nifty closing price dipped 20 points to 26,027 (▼ 0.08%).
Among Sensex companies, 16 stocks ended in the red, while 14 closed green, indicating mixed market sentiment.
Index Performance: December 15, 2025
| Index | Closing Value | Change (Points) | % Change |
| Sensex | 85,213 | ▼ 54 | ▼ 0.06% |
| Nifty | 26,027 | ▼ 20 | ▼ 0.08% |
| BSE Midcap| 46,551 | ▲ 75 | ▲ 0.16% |
| BSE Smallcap| 51,097 | ▲ 206 | ▲ 0.41% |
Nifty Top Gainers (December 15)
| Stock | Current Price (₹) | Change (₹) | % Change |
| IndiGo | 4,960 | ▲ 99.50 | ▲ 2.05% |
| Trent | 4,125 | ▲ 49.60 | ▲ 1.22% |
| Hindustan Unilever| 2,288 | ▲ 27.40 | ▲ 1.21% |
Nifty Top Losers (December 15)
| Stock | Current Price (₹) | Change (₹) | % Change |
| M&M | 3,610 | ▼ 69.90 | ▼ 1.90% |
| Eicher Motors| 7,116 | ▼ 113.00 | ▼ 1.56% |
| ONGC | 235 | ▼ 2.82 | ▼ 1.18% |
As stock market today evolves, keep an eye on global cues, FII DII activity, and IPO subscriptions for the next moves in Sensex Nifty live. For real-time share market news and stock tips, follow updates closely.
