Stock Market Today: NAVA, IDBI Bank, Tejas Networks Among Top Gainers; OLA Electric, BSE, Angel One Drag

Stock Market Today: The Indian stock market extended its winning streak on August 21, 2025, with both benchmark indices recording their sixth consecutive positive close. Despite some profit booking at higher levels, the Nifty 50 ended 0.13% higher at 25,083, while the Sensex advanced 0.17% to 82,000.

Pharma stocks were the driving force of the rally today, even as FMCG, auto, and consumer durables witnessed mild selling pressure after strong gains earlier in the week. Broader markets, however, struggled to sustain momentum, with the Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100 slipping marginally into negative territory.

Optimism continues to stem from the government’s plan to cut GST rates across key sectors, but persistent foreign investor outflows due to India–US tariff tensions capped broader gains.

Top Gainers: NAVA, IDBI Bank, Tejas Networks Shine

In the Nifty 500 pack, 28 stocks gained up to 13%, with NAVA leading the charge, jumping 13% to ₹675 and hitting a fresh all-time high of ₹710 intraday.

IDBI Bank surged 9% to ₹98.2, boosted by optimism around its stake sale process, as the government confirmed due diligence by bidders is nearly complete. The divestment is expected to conclude soon, making it a key part of the Centre’s fiscal strategy.

Other notable gainers included:

Lemon Tree Hotels (+7% at ₹168)
Tejas Networks (+7% at ₹620 after sharp earlier sell-off)
India Cements (+5.6% at ₹390)
Reliance Power (+5% at ₹50, third consecutive upper circuit)
PG Electroplast (+4.2% at ₹559)

Top Losers: OLA Electric, BSE, Angel One Under Pressure

After two strong sessions, OLA Electric fell 8.3% to ₹48.8 on heavy profit booking.

Capital market stocks also came under pressure after Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey signaled possible reforms in the equity derivatives market. BSE slipped 7.6%, while Angel One lost 6.7% as investors reacted to regulatory uncertainty.

Among other laggards were:

JK Cement (-5.4%)
Raymond Lifestyle (-5%)
Carborundum Universal (-4.8%)
Vodafone Idea, Tata Communications, HFCL, Aarti Industries, Suzlon Energy – down up to 2%

Global and Domestic Factors Impacting Market Sentiment

While domestic optimism continues with GST rationalisation, overseas investors remain cautious due to the looming 25% US tariff hike deadline. Adding to this, Russia has reportedly offered a 5% discount on crude oil to India, seeking to ensure stable supplies amidst sanctions pressure.

Analysts believe foreign investor inflows may only recover once the tariff tensions ease, even as domestic traders remain upbeat on government-led reforms and sectoral rotations driving gains.

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