Stock Market Live – December 17, 2025, Analyzed

Wednesday’s stock market opening looks uncertain. Global markets are sending mixed signals, and investors are watching for important economic news. This could lead to some fluctuations in the Indian stock market today.

Key Points

• Global markets showing uncertainty with awaiting UK inflation data.
• Japanese exports boosted, but Nikkei 225 still edged down slightly.
• Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 fell, while Korea’s Kospi rose unexpectedly.
• US markets closed lower, impacted by delayed jobs report announcements.
• Foreign investors sold shares, domestic investors bought, impacting market flow.
• Several IPOs saw subscription end, basis of allotment finalized, or debuts.

Investors are carefully examining the news from around the world. Specifically, they’re waiting to see how the UK’s inflation numbers will affect things. Also, the performance of Japan’s exports is creating some questions about the overall economy.

Across Asia-Pacific, markets were generally down. Japan’s Nikkei 225 was down a little, even though export numbers were better than expected. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 also decreased, while South Korea’s Kospi surprisingly went up.

Wall Street had a mixed day. The S&P 500 went down, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average also decreased. The Nasdaq, which is full of tech companies, did slightly better. Investors are waiting for important information about jobs.

Institutional investors were busy. Foreign investors sold shares for ₹2,060.76 crore, while domestic investors bought shares for ₹770.76 crore. This shift in investment shows how people are feeling about the market.

Several Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) were in action. The KSH International IPO and ICICI Prudential AMC IPO had their subscription periods end, and the basis of allotment was decided. Several other companies like Global Ocean Logistics India and MARC Technocrats also opened for subscription.

Commodity prices had some changes. Oil prices were fluctuating, with Brent crude falling and WTI crude rising. This can impact industries that use a lot of oil.

The stock market is constantly changing, so it’s important to stay informed and make smart decisions.