India’s share market indices, Sensex and Nifty50, closed in green on Friday, May 2, 2025. The Sensex (index with top 30 firms) surged 259.75 points to close at 80,501.99 points on Friday. Meanwhile, Nifty50 (index with top 50 firms) closed with a 12.50 points surge at 24,346.70. Among the Sensex-packed stocks, 18 advanced, while 12 saw decline.
Last week, on Friday, April 25, 2025, the Sensex tumbled 588.90 points to close at 79,212.53, and the Nifty50 closed 207.35 points lower at 24,039.35.
Analysing the data for the week, Sensex surged 1,289.46 points and Nifty was up 307.35 points in a week. Moreover, foreign investors infused Rs 173 crores in the Indian equities this month, so far.
What Impacted The Share Market?
Indian stock markets had a strong week on the back of global optimism and hopes of easing trade tensions. US customs recently announced temporary tariff exemptions on key consumer and industrial electronics, including semiconductors. On the other hand, Indian investors showed confidence in the equity markets. Moreover, foreign investors were back with the infusion in the Indian equities this week.
However, Indian stock market saw the strong week despite the tensions between India and Pakistan continue to escalate. The tensions escalated following the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the life of at least 26 people. The incident sent shockwaves in the country, leading to the suspension of Indus water treaty, and downgrading the already stressed diplomatic ties between the countries. There are assumptions of military retaliation as well.
Market experts however said that the foreign portfolio investor (FPI) inflows into India remain strong despite the ongoing geopolitical concerns. On the other hand, they warned that any military action between the two neighbouring countries could trigger a major sell-off in the equity markets.
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