Indian markets ended May 2025 on a strong footing, with equity benchmarks advancing across the board. The Nifty Microcap 250 surged 12.10%, the Smallcap 250 climbed 9.59%, and the Nifty Midcap 150 rose 6.30%. The Nifty 50 gained 1.71%, while the Nifty 500 rose 3.50%, driven by strong performances in key sectors including defence, realty, industrials, financial services, and consumer discretionary.