Sensex, Nifty End Higher on GST Reforms Hopes; Global Cues Boost Sentiment

Sensex, Nifty Close Higher on GST Reform Hopes and Positive Global Cues

Written by: Supriya Kadu

Edited by: Pinky Deshmukh

Last Updated: August 18, 2025

Summary: Indian stock markets rose on Monday as positive global signals and discussions over GST reform boosted investor confidence.

As the Indian markets closed higher on Monday, both the BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty 50 saw gains. This was due to positive trends in global markets and expectations of upcoming GST reforms.

The Sensex gained almost 300 points, and the Nifty 50 closed above 25,000. Market experts attributed the increase to renewed purchasing interest in banking, information technology, and energy companies, as well as anticipation that the government will implement structural tax changes to stimulate corporate confidence.

Investors were also intently monitoring global developments, with the anticipated Trump-Putin meeting adding to geopolitical watchlists. Asian markets offered bullish indications, which boosted local momentum.

Analysts said that if GST reforms are rolled out smoothly, the move could strengthen India’s position as a business-friendly economy, which in turn may attract stronger foreign inflows.

The small-cap and mid-cap indices also had significant gains, and the market's breadth remained steady. Experts stressed that investor confidence in Indian markets remained high despite concerns around the world, particularly with expected official support.