The Nifty Bank index surged to an all-time high of 54,891.25 on April 21, 2025 at 9:15 am, rallying over 1% intraday as positive earnings from heavyweight banks lifted investor sentiment. At 9:15 AM, the index was trading at 54,852.45, up 562.25 points or 1.04% from the previous close of 54,290.20.
This sharp uptick follows strong Q4 FY25 results from two of India’s largest private lenders — ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank. ICICI Bank reported an 18% year-on-year jump in profit after tax (PAT) to Rs 12,630 crore, while HDFC Bank posted a 6.7% YoY rise in PAT to Rs 17,616 crore. The robust financial performance from these banks has bolstered confidence in the banking sector and led to a rally in the index.
In terms of daily performance, the Nifty Bank traded within a range of 54,674.95 to 54,891.25 — the latter marking its new record high. On a yearly basis, the index has now risen from a low of 46,077.85 to this peak, reflecting strong investor confidence in the banking space.
Broader indices also traded in the green, with the Nifty 50 up 0.41% at 23,949.15 and the Sensex climbing 0.47% to 78,922.44. Analysts believe the bullish undertone in banking could continue if earnings from upcoming private lenders remain strong.
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