“This article expresses my personal analysis based on publicly available financial data and market reports.”

It’s that time of the year again – the markets open just for one hour, candles are lit, broking houses feel festive and hopeful. The special Muhurat Trading 2025 session on Diwali isn’t just about stocks; it’s about tradition, fresh starts and believing that good luck can meet smart investing. As we step into the Hindu financial year Samvat 2082, this symbolic hour gives us a chance to pause, reflect and maybe make a move.

What is Muhurat Trading & Why Investors Care

Muhurat Trading is the moment when both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) open for a short window on Diwali – historically viewed as the perfect time to begin something anew.

For many investors and traders, participating means more than profit: it’s aligning with tradition, invoking the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi (the goddess of wealth), and setting a tone of optimism for the entire year ahead.

This year especially, as markets globally face headwinds, this hour stands out as a symbolic boost – not a guarantee of big gains, but a chance to start on the right foot.

Key Timings for Muhurat Trading 2025

Good to know: the times this year are slightly different from what many expect.

• Block Deal Session: 1:15 pm – 1:30 pm (equity)
• Pre-Open Session: 1:30 pm – 1:45 pm (for IPOs, relisted securities)
• Main Muhurat Trading Window: 1:45 pm – 2:45 pm
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• This shift to the afternoon slot is notable – the exchanges opted for earlier hours rather than the traditional evening timing.

In other words: mark your watch for 1:45 pm onwards.

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Real-World Insights and What to Watch

Here’s where it gets interesting. Real traders, analysts and market watchers are saying:

• Sectors like IT, pharma and metals kicked off strong during this window. The broader indices showed optimism early on.
• Analysts noted that while this session is auspicious, what will really matter for Samvat 2082 is earnings growth. There’s talk of 8-10 % earnings rise for FY26 if consumption stays strong.
• The shift in timing may be more than logistical – it could reflect exchange efforts to align market rituals with modern operations, or even reflect the “shubh muhurat” (auspicious time window) this year.

Real-world example: An investor I spoke with said: “I’ll log in during the hour, pick a few quality stocks I believe in, but I’m not expecting fireworks. It’s more about mindset for the year ahead.”

And that sums up the emotion of the day: hopeful rather than speculative.

My Take & What I Would Do

From my perspective, the Muhurat Trading session this year is a reminder more than a rush. It’s the kind of moment where you:

• Pause and reflect on your portfolio: Are you aligned with long-term goals?
• Consider adding or starting positions in companies you believe will perform, rather than chasing fads.
• Accept that this one hour won’t define your returns for the year – but it can set a positive tone.

If I were trading, I’d use this hour to invest in companies with solid fundamentals, say, in sectors tied to India’s growth story – consumption, infra, tech. But I wouldn’t treat it as a last-minute “must buy now or never” moment. Faith, yes. Frantic, no.

Trends for 2025–26 After Muhurat Trading

Looking ahead to Samvat 2082, here are some trends worth noting:

• Consumption rebound: According to Mint Early festive season signs show white-goods, automobiles and electronics doing well. If that holds, it can feed into company earnings and strengthen the market.
• Global conditions & trade: India’s markets remain sensitive to global cues – trade deals, rate decisions and foreign flows will matter.
• Symbolism + reality: The ritual of Muhurat Trading draws us in, but the real engine remains company performance, policy support and macro stability. Use the ceremony as a checkpoint, not a guarantee.

If the mood is right and the macro tailwinds cooperate, this year could offer more stable ground after some volatile years.

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Conclusion

The one-hour Muhurat Trading session on Diwali isn’t just a market event; it’s a ritual. For 2025 it comes with fresh timings, hopeful sentiment and a chance to press the “reset” button for Samvat 2082. Personally, I’ll log in, pick up a stock or two I believe in, and quite simply feel good about starting the year on a positive note. After all, investing isn’t just numbers-it’s hope, belief and commitment for the long haul.

Here’s hoping the light of Diwali brings more than candles and rangoli-may it bring clarity, prudence and steady growth in your financial journey.

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Source : Moneycontrol, Mint & Business Today - Diwali Muhurat Trading 2025