Nifty Slides 270 Points Despite Ceasefire | Market Insights May 12, 2025

In today’s episode of Indian Market in Minutes from the Motilal Oswal Research Desk, host Shivangi Sarda brings you everything you need to know from the world of finance. Despite easing geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan and signs of de-escalation in US-China trade ties, markets witnessed a sharp decline. Nifty opened with a 300-point gap down, lost 270 points during the day, and broke below its recent six-day range. FIIs sold ₹3799 Cr while DIIs bought ₹7278 Cr, signaling cautious sentiment. India VIX climbed to 21.63, and the market structure remains weak unless Nifty sustains above 24250. Key stocks like Union Bank, Titan, Tata Motors, and BEL showed strength, while MCX, Apollo Tyres, and DLF exhibited weakness. Follow this podcast for daily market updates and solid trading advice.