Sensex opens 300 points lower, Nifty below 26,000

India's benchmark stock indices opened lower on December 16, 2025. The Sensex declined by 300 points at the opening bell, while the Nifty fell below the 26,000 mark. Shares of Eternal dropped 3 percent amid the downturn.

The Indian stock market started the trading session on December 16, 2025, on a negative note, reflecting broader market sentiments. At the opening bell around 9:19 AM IST, the BSE Sensex was down 300 points, signaling early weakness in blue-chip stocks. Similarly, the NSE Nifty index slipped below 26,000, underscoring pressure on key sectors.

Among individual stocks, Eternal saw a notable decline of 3 percent, contributing to the overall bearish tone. This opening performance comes amid ongoing global and domestic economic factors, though specific triggers for the day's drop were not detailed in initial reports.

Market participants will watch for further movements as trading progresses, with potential volatility influenced by recent trends. The downturn highlights the sensitivity of Indian equities to both local and international cues.

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