Indian markets slipped on June 22, 2025, with Sensex falling 550 points. Here’s what triggered the sell-off, top losers, and sectors to watch going forward.
📉 Markets Today – June 22, 2025
The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp correction on Saturday as the Sensex fell over 550 points, and the Nifty slipped below 22,300, tracking weak global cues and investor caution ahead of US Fed commentary.
“Profit booking in banks, IT, and energy stocks led to a steep fall. Global recession fears and bond yields are weighing heavily,” said a market analyst at Motilal Oswal.
Key Reasons for the Fall
- 🔺 US Recession Worries: Weak job data and hawkish Fed signals rattled global sentiment.
- 📉 FII Selling Continues: Foreign institutional investors were net sellers for the fourth consecutive session.
- 💡 Crude Oil Spike: Brent crude touched $88/barrel, raising inflation concerns.
📊 Sector & Stock Highlights
| Sector | Trend | Key Movers |
|---|---|---|
| Banking | 🔻 | SBI -3.1%, ICICI Bank -2.4% |
| IT | 🔻 | Infosys -1.8%, TCS -1.5% |
| Auto | 🔺 | Tata Motors +1.2%, M&M +0.9% |
| Pharma | 🔺 | Sun Pharma +2.3%, Cipla +1.6% |
Expert Insight
Analysts expect volatility to continue until the Fed gives clearer signals on rate cuts. Traders are advised to keep stop-losses tight and avoid aggressive long positions.
FAQs
1. Why did Sensex fall today?
Global recession fears, profit booking, and continued FII selling dragged the market down.
2. Which sectors were most affected?
Banking and IT stocks led the fall, while pharma and auto showed resilience.
3. Is this a good time to invest?
Experts recommend waiting for clarity from the US Fed and avoiding high-risk bets in the short term.
