Bank Nifty Dips 0.08%, IDFC First Bank and HDFC Leads on December 29

Bank Nifty experienced a decline of 0.08% to 58,965.40 during early trading at 10:20 AM on December 29, 2025. The index faced mixed trading patterns with some stocks gaining while others saw declines. 

Bank Nifty Performance on December 29 

Opening at 59,007.05, Bank Nifty moved within a range of 58,916.65 to 59,140.40. The index traded below its previous close of 59,011.35, with a turnover of 2,57,76,275 shares, amounting to ₹829.3 crore. Despite the dip, the index remains above its 52-week low of 47,702.90, though below its high of 60,114.30. 

Gainers and Losers 

IDFC First Bank and HDFC Bank emerged as top gainers, rising 0.14% to ₹993.50. Kotak Bank also saw a modest gain of 0.12% to ₹2,166.90. In contrast, State Bank of India fell 0.41% to ₹962.35, and Axis Bank declined 0.54% to ₹1,221.60. 

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IDFC First Bank Gained Most  

IDFC First Bank saw a slight increase of 0.18% to ₹85.27, while ICICI Bank remained almost flat with a minor dip of 0.01% to ₹1,350.30. IndusInd Bank, however, dropped 0.29% to ₹847.35, and Punjab National Bank decreased by 0.56% to ₹119.70. 

Performance of Major Bank Stocks 

Bank Nifty Advance/ Decline  

The advance decline ratio was in favour of declines with 9 stocks trading in red, while only 3 stocks were seen trading in the green.  

Conclusion 

Bank Nifty's slight decline reflects a mixed trading session, with gains in some private banks offset by losses in public sector banks. The index remains stable despite minor fluctuations. 

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