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Stocks Flat as Investors Book Profits After Recent Rally
13 Nov
Summary
- Benchmark indices close flat despite positive global and domestic cues
- Profit-booking erases early gains amid FII outflows and weak rupee
- Experts advise stock-specific approach amid potential market consolidation
On November 13, 2025, Indian benchmark stock indices closed largely flat, despite positive global and domestic cues. The S&P BSE Sensex gained just 12.16 points to close at 84,478.67, while the NSE Nifty50 ended 3 points higher at 25,879.15.
The market witnessed profit-booking after a 3-consecutive-day rally, as investors turned cautious ahead of the Bihar election results. Positive factors, such as the U.S. government shutdown ending, hopes of tariff relief for India, and record-low October inflation, were overshadowed by continued foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows and a weakening rupee.
Experts advise a stock-specific approach going forward, as the Nifty has approached the 26,000-26,100 resistance zone, coinciding with its previous swing high. While the overall undertone remains constructive, supported by resilience in key sectors like banking and IT, some consolidation cannot be ruled out. Traders are advised to focus on outperforming sectors like banking, auto, and metals, while maintaining disciplined risk management amid potential volatility.
