Mumbai, February 1, 2025: The Indian stock market remained flat following the presentation of the Union Budget 2025. The benchmark Sensex showed minimal movement, trading near previous levels, while Nifty50 slipped below the 23,450 mark. Despite key announcements during the Budget, investor sentiment appeared cautious as markets processed new fiscal measures.
India VIX, a gauge for market volatility, eased by 12%, reflecting a temporary decline in market apprehensions. Sector-wise, banking and financial stocks showed resilience, while IT and energy sectors faced mild selling pressure. Analysts noted that investors are likely to adopt a wait-and-watch approach to assess the long-term impact of budgetary announcements.