CSEET MCQS on current affairs on stock market 2025 part 2

Here are multiple-choice questions on recent developments in the Indian stock market—useful for your CSEET preparation.

1. Which Indian bank hit a five-year high after a reported $3 billion investment by Emirates NBD?

A) HDFC Bank

B) RBL Bank

C) ICICI Bank

D) Axis Bank

Answer: B

2. The e-commerce platform Meesho plans to raise about how much through its upcoming IPO?

A) US$ 200 million

B) US$ 484 million

C) US$ 750 million

D) US$ 1 billion

Answer: B

3. On 20 October 2025, the benchmark indices in India opened higher, driven by strong earnings. Which of the following was noted in that update?

A) HDFC Bank hit a record high

B) Reliance Industries surged ~3.4%

C) Ultratech Cement achieved record earnings

D) Out of 16 major sectors, 14 recorded gains

Answer: C (Ultratech Cement had disappointing results, not record earnings)

4. As of 2025, how many IPOs had raised approximately US$ 14 billion in India, and what concern was flagged?

A) 50 IPOs; concern of over-valuation

B) 60 IPOs; concern of lack of investor interest

C) 80 IPOs; concern of increasing investor selectivity

D) 100 IPOs; concern of regulatory changes

Answer: C

5. According to a recent analysis, which segment(s) of the Indian stock market saw steeper corrections in 2025?

A) Large-caps only

B) Mid- and small-caps

C) Small-caps only

D) All segments equally

Answer: B

6. A major factor cited for outflows from Indian equities was rising yields in which country?

A) United Kingdom

B) India

C) United States

D) China

Answer: C

7. Which Indian telecom major recently touched a 52-week high, per market news?

A) Vodafone Idea

B) Bharti Airtel

C) Jio Platforms

D) None of the above

Answer: B

8. On the day the market rally was noted, the Nifty 50 closed at approximately what level?

A) 24,000

B) 25,000

C) 25,828.75

D) 26,500

Answer: C

9. Which historic Indian stock exchange is reported to be closing after about 117 years?

A) Calcutta Stock Exchange

B) Bangalore Stock Exchange

C) Ahmedabad Stock Exchange

D) Delhi Stock Exchange

Answer: A

10. A study reported that market sentiment in India is weak because of what about government budget?

A) Increased defence spending

B) Capex being largely unchanged

C) Large tax increases on corporate profits

D) Complete overhaul of GST

Answer: B

11. Research shows that the Indian stock market is losing its edge in 2025 compared to global peers. Which of these was not cited as a reason?

A) Weak corporate earnings

B) Rising valuations

C) Higher US bond yields

D) Strong export growth

Answer: D (Strong export growth was not cited as a reason for the lag)

12. According to reports, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) are absorbing some of the outflows from which investor category?

A) Retail investors

B) Foreign institutional investors (FIIs)

C) Government funds

D) Hedge funds

Answer: B

13. The upcoming IPO of Meesho is a “fresh issue” plus what additional component?

A) Debt conversion

B) Sale by existing shareholders

C) Preferential allotment to employees

D) Rights issue to the public

Answer: B

14. On a strong market day, the BSE SENSEX rose by approximately how many points, per latest update?

A) 200 points

B) 411 points

C) 800 points

D) 1000 points

Answer: B

15. Which of these statements is TRUE regarding the Indian stock market in 2025?

A) Indian stocks are outperforming all other Asian markets.

B) IPO fundraising in 2025 has exceeded 2024 levels.

C) Foreign fund outflows continue due to global bond yields.

D) Small-cap stocks are showing the strongest gains.

Answer: C