The special Mahurat Trading session will be held on October 21, 2025, from 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM on NSE and BSE, marking the start of the Hindu financial year (Samvat 2082).
Mahurat Trading is a one-hour annual ritual on Diwali, rooted in centuries-old Indian traditions where investors and traders start the year with symbolic trades for prosperity and good luck. The session coincides with Laxmi Pujan and marks the beginning of a new financial chapter as per the Vikram Samvat calendar.
How it affects market participants this year:
- Major stock exchanges (NSE, BSE) remain closed except for this symbolic, one-hour slot.
- Investors typically make token equity or mutual fund purchases; some opt for intraday trading.
- Market sentiment tends to be optimistic due to festive buying and cultural beliefs, often leading to positive index movement, though returns are not guaranteed.
- This year’s session (afternoon slot) offers operational convenience, but the heart of the tradition remains unchanged.
- Top brokerage picks: Expect recommendations around quality stocks and sectors poised for growth in the new Samvat year.
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For retail investors, Mahurat Trading is more about participating in tradition than chasing instant profits. It’s an excellent occasion to review financial goals, add quality stocks for the long term, and involve family — one can even make small investments for children to reinforce the value of wealth creation. Focus on fundamentally sound companies and avoid speculative buys based purely on festive optimism.
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