Indian stock markets ended the week on a weaker note as the Sensex fell 388 points (0.47%) to 82,626.23 and the Nifty 50 declined 97 points (0.38%) to 25,327.05 on Friday. Profit booking and subdued global cues contributed to the downward movement. The BSE Midcap index slipped 0.09%, while the Smallcap index gained 0.16%.
With major events behind, investors are now focusing on key factors likely to shape market trends in the coming week.
Top Five Market Triggers
- Trump’s H-1B Visa Fee Hike
US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation introducing a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas, effective September 21, 2025. The fee targets high-skilled roles often filled by foreign professionals, especially from India and China, and could impact the technology sector significantly. - GST 2.0
India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework is undergoing a major overhaul starting September 22, 2025. Under the revised structure, most goods and services will attract tax at either 5% or 18%, replacing the previous four-tier system and simplifying compliance. - India-US Trade Talks
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is leading a delegation to the US on September 22 to advance bilateral trade negotiations. The visit follows discussions in New Delhi between US Chief Negotiator Brendan Lynch and India’s Rajesh Agrawal and includes talks in New York with US officials. - Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) Activity
On September 19, FIIs/FPIs were net buyers of Indian equities worth ₹390 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) net purchased ₹2,105 crore, according to provisional exchange data. In total, DIIs bought shares worth ₹14,840 crore and sold ₹12,735 crore, whereas FIIs bought ₹37,090 crore and sold ₹36,700 crore. - Gold Prices
Gold rebounded on Friday, climbing ₹572 to ₹1,09,624 per 10 grams in domestic futures markets, following value buying and positive global cues after the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut. On the MCX, October gold futures rose 0.52%, while December contracts gained 0.47%. Globally, December gold futures increased by 0.36% to $3,691.70 per ounce, and silver advanced 1.22% to $42.67 per ounce.
Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
