Market report on February 21, 2025

Indian Stock Market Report: February 21, 2025

The Indian stock market experienced a downturn on February 21, 2025, primarily due to losses in financial and automobile sectors amid concerns over U.S. tariffs and potential changes in import duties for electric vehicles. The benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex, both declined by approximately 0.67% and 0.66%, respectively.

Sector-wise Performance

1. Financial Sector

   • Banks: Private lenders faced significant declines, with ICICI Bank notably impacted.

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   • Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs): Religare Enterprises saw gains after the Burman family took control of the company.

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2. Automobile Sector

   • Major players like Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors experienced declines due to potential government reductions in import duties for electric vehicles, coinciding with Tesla’s plans to enter the Indian market.
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3. Metals and Mining Sector

   • Tata Steel Ltd. shares gained 1.88% to close at ₹140.60, outperforming the broader market.
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4. Consumer Goods Sector

   • Hindustan Unilever Ltd. shares declined by 0.32% to ₹2,241.60 but still outperformed several competitors.
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Dividend Stocks

Investors seeking income through dividends may consider the following high dividend-paying stocks in India:

• Company A: Dividend Yield: 6.5%

• Company B: Dividend Yield: 5.8%

• Company C: Dividend Yield: 5.2%

Note: Specific company names and dividend yields are illustrative. For detailed and updated information, refer to financial platforms such as Trendlyne.

High and Low Volume Traded Stocks

• High Volume: Tata Steel recorded a trading volume of 1.7 million shares, surpassing its 50-day average of 1.4 million shares.

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• Low Volume: Hindustan Unilever’s trading volume stood at 118,302 shares, higher than its 50-day average of 80,662 shares.

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Upper and Lower Circuit Stocks

Specific data on stocks hitting upper or lower circuits for February 21, 2025, is not available in the provided sources. Investors are advised to consult real-time market data platforms or the NSE India website for the latest information.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) and Domestic Institutional Investors (DII) Data

• Daily Activity: As of February 21, 2025, FIIs have been net sellers, while DIIs have been net buyers in the Indian equity market.

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• Monthly Activity: In February 2025, FIIs sold equities worth ₹33,121.26 crores, whereas DIIs purchased equities amounting to ₹30,778.84 crores.

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• Yearly Activity: In 2025, FIIs have sold equities totaling $11.75 billion.

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Conclusion

The Indian stock market faced challenges on February 21, 2025, influenced by sector-specific issues and global economic factors. While FIIs have been net sellers, DIIs continue to show confidence in the market. Investors should stay informed through reliable financial news sources and consider diversifying their portfolios to mitigate risks associated with market volatility.

Note: This report is based on data available up to February 21, 2025. For the most current information, please refer to official financial news platforms and market data providers.

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