Bajaj Auto Shows Strong Short-Term Gains Amid Mixed Market Sentiment

Bajaj Auto has shown notable activity today, gaining 3.03% on August 19, 2025, and outperforming its sector by 1.23%. This marks the second consecutive day of gains for the stock, which has risen 7.56% over this period. The stock reached an intraday high of Rs 8,830, reflecting a 2.91% increase at its peak.
In terms of moving averages, Bajaj Auto is currently trading above its 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, indicating a strong short to long-term performance trend.

In the broader market context, the Sensex has risen by 266.78 points to reach 81,585.89, a 0.38% increase after a flat opening. While the Sensex is trading below its 50-day moving average, the 50-day moving average itself is above the 200-day moving average, suggesting a mixed market sentiment.

Over the past week, Bajaj Auto has outperformed the Sensex, with a 7.88% increase compared to the index's 1.74%. However, its one-year performance shows a decline of 9.58%, contrasting with the Sensex's 1.50% gain. In longer-term metrics, Bajaj Auto has demonstrated significant growth, with a 3-year performance of 117.15% and a 5-year performance of 188.83%.