The Nifty Financial Services Index, commonly known as FinNifty, provides a comprehensive look at the performance of the Indian financial sector, encompassing banks, financial institutions, housing finance, insurance, and various other financial services companies. As of 12:14 PM on July 21, 2025, the index was at 26,884.00 levels, experiencing a gain of 327.85 points or 1.23% during the trading session.
The FinNifty index has demonstrated varied returns across different time horizons, reflecting the dynamic nature of the financial market. The total return, which includes dividends, consistently outperformed the price return.
| Index Returns (%) | QTD | YTD | 1 Year | 5 Years | Since Inception |
| Price Return | 8.37 | 15.57 | 16.03 | 20.80 | 16.59 |
| Total Return | 8.97 | 16.29 | 17.09 | 21.82 | 17.87 |
Source: NSE
Notably, the index achieved a robust 21.82% total return over the last five years, indicating sustained growth in the sector.
The Finnifty index exhibits healthy fundamental metrics, offering insights into its valuation and profitability.
| Metric | Value |
| Dividend Yield | 3.08 |
| P/E Ratio | 18.0 |
Source: NSE
A P/E ratio of 18.0 suggests a reasonable valuation for the financial sector, while a 3.08% dividend yield indicates a decent return for investors through dividends.
Today's trading session for FinNifty constituents shows a mix of strong performers and some declines:
| Symbol | LTP | %Change |
| ICICIBANK | 1,458.20 | 2.27 |
| HDFCBANK | 1,991.80 | 1.76 |
| HDFCLIFE | 750.10 | 1.43 |
| ICICIGI | 1,933.20 | 1.07 |
| CHOLAFIN | 1,569.60 | 0.96 |
Source: NSE
| Symbol | LTP | %Change |
| AXISBANK | 1,089.20 | -0.92 |
| LICHSGFIN | 624.20 | -0.64 |
| PFC | 418.25 | -0.52 |
| RECLTD | 399.20 | -0.42 |
| JIOFIN | 316.70 | -0.05 |
Source: NSE
Read more: Nifty Smallcap 100 Trade Flat Amid Mixed Performance by Benchmark Indices.
The FinNifty index is currently experiencing positive momentum on July 21, 2025, driven by gains in major banking stocks like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank. While some financial entities are seeing declines, the overall health of the sector, as indicated by its robust long-term returns and reasonable valuation metrics, suggests a strong foundation. For investors, understanding these trends is crucial, as is having a well-managed investment vehicle, such as a Demat account, to capitalise on new opportunities.
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Published on: Jul 21, 2025, 12:37 PM IST
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