Abhishek Sinha
Diwali Muhurat Trading 2025:
The Indian stock market is gearing up for its special one-hour Muhurat trading session on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. This annual tradition marks the beginning of the new Hindu financial year (Samvat 2082) and is considered an auspicious occasion for investors to make symbolic trades and start the year on a positive note.
What History Says: A Decade of Muhurat Trading Trends
Data from the last 10 years shows that the benchmark Nifty 50 index has delivered positive returns in eight out of ten Muhurat trading sessions, slipping into the red only twice.
This indicates a historically bullish bias during the Diwali hour of trade — suggesting that investors often end up in green on this festive day.
The last time the Nifty recorded a negative Muhurat return was in 2017, when it slipped 0.63%. Since then, the trend has been upbeat, with average gains of 0.35%, and the best performance in 2022, when the index jumped 0.87% in a single session.
Although trading volumes remain light, every Muhurat transaction carries full settlement obligations, making it more than just a symbolic gesture.
Diwali Cheer Already Visible on Dalal Street
The festive spirit seems to have arrived early this year.
The Nifty 50 has rallied for four consecutive sessions, adding over 750 points (around 3%) ahead of the Muhurat trading day.
According to analysts, this positive momentum, supported by improving fundamentals and technical indicators, reflects strong investor confidence leading into the new Samvat year.
Outlook for Samvat 2082: A Year of Optimism
Market experts expect Samvat 2082 to begin on a constructive and optimistic note.
According to a recent market report, India’s economy stands at a transformative juncture — supported by reforms, liquidity measures, and a resilient macroeconomic backdrop.
With the RBI cutting repo and CRR rates, along with ₹1 lakh crore in income tax relief, liquidity conditions have improved, boosting both consumption and corporate earnings potential.
Meanwhile, inflation remains manageable, and the simplified GST 2.0 has strengthened consumer sentiment.
Analysts believe that this environment could drive a renewed private investment cycle and a pick-up in earnings growth, keeping Indian equities in a strong position through 2025–26.
As per technical projections, any market correction towards the 25,000–24,800 zone on the Nifty could present a buying opportunity, with potential upside targets near 25,700 levels.
Key Takeaways
- Muhurat trading 2025 will be held on Tuesday, October 21.
- Over the last decade, Nifty 50 has gained in 8 out of 10 Muhurat sessions.
- Average Muhurat gains: 0.35%; Best year: 2022 (+0.87%).
- The outlook for Samvat 2082 remains bullish, with growth supported by reforms and liquidity measures.
- “Buy-on-dips” strategy likely to stay dominant in the near term.
Disclaimer:
This article is for informational and educational purposes only. Market performance is subject to risks and volatility. Please consult your financial advisor before making investment decisions.
