Nifty delivered positive returns for 18 of 25 years in July

After ending June with gains of around 2%, Nifty could be headed for another positive month if historical trends are any guide. Data compiled by SAMCO Securities shows that July has been one of the strongest months for Indian equities over the past 25 years. Between 2001 and 2025, the Nifty 50 delivered positive returns in 18 out of 25 years, implying a success rate of 72%.

The benchmark index generated an average return of 2.19% during the month, making July the third-best performing month after December and November.

According to Jahol Prajapati, Equity Research Analyst at SAMCO Securities, the seasonal strength in July has historically been supported by factors such as the onset of a normal monsoon, improving expectations around first-quarter corporate earnings and resilient domestic liquidity.


The brokerage believes the macroeconomic backdrop also appears supportive this year. Crude oil prices have retreated to around $72 per barrel following easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and expectations of a possible US-Iran agreement, helping reduce inflationary pressures and input costs for Indian companies.

At the same time, the rupee has shown signs of stabilising after a volatile start to the year, while foreign portfolio investor (FPI) selling has moderated, improving institutional flow dynamics.

According to Prajapati, these factors together create a constructive environment for Indian equities, provided global risks remain under control.

The historical trend comes at a time when markets have recovered from recent volatility triggered by geopolitical tensions and fluctuating crude oil prices. With the June quarter earnings season set to begin in July, investors will closely watch corporate commentary for signs of demand recovery and margin trends.

While historical seasonality does not guarantee future performance, market participants will be hoping July once again lives up to its reputation as one of the Nifty's strongest months.