SGX Nifty
While Nifty trades for 6.5 hours on NSE from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM (IST), SGX Nifty Futures trade for 16 hours from 6.30 AM to 11.30 PM (IST). Since SGX Nifty trades for longer hours, it can capture global trends even when Indian markets are closed for trade.
It is an attractive product for foreign investors, who want to take a position in Indian stock market, but do not want to register with Indian authorities. The index is also popular among hedge funds that are exposed to Indian market.
The index is considered a good indicator to know how Indian market will open on a day. A lot of traders follow it to predict the direction of Indian stock market. Intraday traders can take long or short positions in Indian stock market depending on the movement in SGX Nifty.
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SGX Nifty
SGX Nifty is a derivative of the National Stock Exchange’s Nifty index and trades officially on Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX). SGX Nifty thus moves with respect to Nifty50. The index opens at 8:00 AM Singapore time on all working days and suggests the initial direction of the Indian stock market.While Nifty trades for 6.5 hours on NSE from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM (IST), SGX Nifty Futures trade for 16 hours from 6.30 AM to 11.30 PM (IST). Since SGX Nifty trades for longer hours, it can capture global trends even when Indian markets are closed for trade.It is an attractive product for foreign investors, who want to take a position in Indian stock market, but do not want to register with Indian authorities. The index is also popular among hedge funds that are exposed to Indian market.The index is considered a good indicator to know how Indian market will open on a day. A lot of traders follow it to predict the direction of Indian stock market. Intraday traders can take long or short positions in Indian stock market depending on the movement in SGX Nifty.
GIFT Nifty up 55 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equity benchmarks neared a one-month high on Wednesday, driven by a broad rally fueled by expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut and optimism over an earnings rebound. The rupee also strengthened significantly, indicating a potential shift in foreign investor sentiment towards emerging markets like India.
GIFT Nifty up 10 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities opened flat, breaking a two-day winning streak due to renewed global trade tensions. Analysts anticipate a range-bound market, influenced by Q2 earnings and evolving tariff developments. Despite institutional inflows and strong domestic fundamentals, volatility may persist as investors gauge trade rhetoric's impact on global growth.
GIFT Nifty up 90 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities declined on Tuesday, influenced by weak global markets and foreign fund outflows. Optimism surrounding India-US trade talks resurfaced as both nations prepare for discussions this week. Analysts anticipate a range-bound market, with global trends, FII flows, and Q2FY26 earnings shaping the near-term direction.
GIFT Nifty down 25 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities surged on Thursday, with Nifty advancing 262 points, driven by expectations of a domestic earnings rebound and renewed foreign inflows. The broad-based rally was supported by strong Q2 results and improving sentiment, with analysts anticipating further upward movement as the earnings season progresses.
GIFT Nifty down 50 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian stocks climbed on Friday, propelled by financial sector strength and renewed foreign investor interest. Despite a slight drag from Tata Consultancy Services' results, the market sentiment remained positive, with analysts anticipating further gains. The rupee also saw a modest recovery against the dollar, signaling increased investor confidence.
GIFT Nifty up 60 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian markets closed flat on Wednesday following profit booking after an initial strong start. Investors are now awaiting US jobless claims data, with analysts anticipating a range-bound market influenced by global cues and Q2 earnings. The India VIX saw a slight increase, indicating rising market fear.
GIFT Nifty down 20 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Nifty closed slightly higher on Tuesday as markets reacted to pre-quarterly business updates ahead of the Q2FY26 results season. Analysts anticipate Indian equities to trade within a range, with stock-specific movements driven by sectoral developments and upcoming earnings. The India VIX saw a slight decrease, indicating reduced market fear.
GIFT Nifty down 20 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities surged for a third straight day, with the Nifty breaching the 25,000 milestone, signaling a positive market outlook. Analysts anticipate stock-specific movements driven by Q2 results, with banking, IT, capital goods, and consumption sectors in focus. Technical indicators suggest further upside potential if the Nifty holds above 25,020.
GIFT Nifty down 20 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian stock markets, Nifty and Sensex, saw a rebound on Thursday. Gains in IT, metal, and pharma sectors boosted the indices. Nifty closed higher, while Sensex saw a slight dip. Experts suggest a positive outlook with potential for further rallies if key resistance levels are breached. The Rupee traded near its all-time low against the US dollar.
GIFT Nifty down 10 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities closed higher for a second consecutive session on Friday, buoyed by the RBI's dovish stance and recent regulatory reforms. Analysts expect sustained positive momentum, supported by accommodative monetary policy and a favorable monsoon. India VIX dropped sharply, boosting bullish sentiment, though the rupee depreciated against the dollar.
GIFT Nifty down 10 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equity markets staged a strong rebound on Wednesday after eight consecutive sessions of decline, with analysts expecting positive momentum to sustain on Friday. This outlook is supported by an accommodative monetary policy, favorable monsoon, festive demand, a fall in India VIX, and a recovering rupee.
Market Highlights: Sensex settles 862 pts higher, Nifty above 25,550; Titan, M&M rise 3% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: On the day, the S&P BSE Sensex surged 862.23 points, or 1.04%, to close at 83,467.66, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 261.75 points, or 1.03%, to 25,585.30. The Nifty is now 84 points away from its 52-week high of 25,669.35. Over the past two sessions, the Sensex has gained more than 1,500 points, while the Nifty has risen 1.7%. The market capitalization of all listed companies on the BSE surged by Rs 2.32 lakh crore to Rs 466.89 lakh crore. Q2 Results Infosys Q2 Results: Profit jumps 13% YoY to Rs 7,364 crore, revenue up 9% Nestle India Q2 Results: Standalone PAT declines 24% YoY to Rs 753 crore, but revenue rises 10% Eternal Q2 Results: Zomato parent's PAT plunges 63% YoY to Rs 65 crore, but revenue soars 183% Wipro Q2 Results: Cons PAT rises 1.2% YoY to Rs 3,246 crore, misses Street estimates Zee Entertainment Q2 Results: Cons net profit falls 63% YoY to Rs 76 crore, revenue down 2% Why stock market surged today? 1. Private banks lead the rally 2. FII inflows lift mood 3. India-U.S. trade talks buoy sentiment 4. Rupee strength supports stocks 5. Earnings-related optimism drives gains Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 2:43 p.m. Tokyo time Nikkei 225 futures (OSE) rose 1% Japan’s Topix rose 0.5% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng fell 0.8% The Shanghai Composite fell 0.1% Euro Stoxx 50 futures fell 0.4%
Market Highlights: Sensex settles 575 pts higher, Nifty above 25,300; Bajaj twins jump up to 4%
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex climbed 0.7%, or 575.45 points, to close at 82,605.43, while the NSE Nifty 50 added 0.71%, or 178.05 points, to finish at 25,323.55. Bank of Maharashtra surged 7.6% to a one-year high after brokerages cited strong loan growth, stable asset quality, and a smaller-than-expected decline in net interest margin in the September quarter. The solid results from the state-run lender lifted the PSU Bank index 1.7%. ICICI Lombard General Insurance rallied 8.9%, emerging as the top gainer among financials, after posting higher profit for the September quarter. Persistent Systems climbed 7.2%, leading advances in IT stocks, following a robust set of quarterly earnings. Larsen & Toubro rose 2.3% and was among the top three contributors to Nifty’s gains after Jefferies raised its target price on the infrastructure heavyweight. In contrast, Cyient DLM fell 6% after the integrated electronics manufacturer reported weaker revenue and profit for the July–September quarter. Broader markets also advanced, with the mid-caps and small-caps up 1.1% and 0.8%, respectively. The top Nifty50 gainers include Nestle India, Asian Paints, and Bajaj Finserv. On the flipside, Infosys, Tech Mahindra and Axis Bank emerged as the top laggards. Top reads Persistent Systems shares rally 6% after 45% YoY surge in Q2 PAT. What brokerages say? Diwali Muhurat Trading 2025: Date, time and significance of special trading session Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.4% as of 6:43 a.m. London time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.5% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 1.9% Japan’s Topix rose 1.6% Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 1.6% The Shanghai Composite rose 0.6% Euro Stoxx 50 futures rose 1.3%
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex gains over 500 pts, Nifty above 25,650; Nifty Bank hits record high
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty Bank hit fresh all-time high of 57,828.30. The index was up 10,000 points from March low. Nifty50 hit 52 week high after topping 25,750 and approached record high as the 50 stock index was less than 100 points away from hitting the record mark. Market sentiment appears broadly positive, with most sectors trading higher. Auto, consumer durables, and FMCG are leading the gains, reflecting strong buying interest. Banking and healthcare are also contributing to the upbeat tone, while IT and media stocks show strong weakness, slightly capping the overall upward momentum. Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 1.4% as of 8:14 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures fell 1.2% Nasdaq 100 futures fell 1.3% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.7% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 1% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index fell 1.2%
GIFT Nifty up 5 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities closed flat on Monday amidst mixed global cues and ahead of RBI's MPC decision, with analysts expecting near-term consolidation. Foreign portfolio investors net sold shares worth Rs 2,831 crore. The rupee hit an all-time closing low of 88.79 against the US dollar due to persistent foreign capital outflows and risk-off sentiments.
Market Highlights: Sensex settles 297 pts lower, Nifty below 25,150; DRL, Tata Steel drop 2% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex fell 297.07 points, or 0.36%, to 82,029.98, while the NSE Nifty 50 dropped 81.85 points, or 0.32%, ending at 25,145.50. On the 30-stock Sensex, Bajaj Finance, Bharat Electronics, Tata Steel, TCS and NTPC led the declines, slipping between 1.4% and 1.8%. Broader markets were also under pressure, with small-cap and mid-cap indices down about 0.9% and 0.8%, respectively. In stock-specific action, LG Electronics India, which is not part of the benchmark indices, made a spectacular debut, listing at a 50% premium to its issue price and closing up 48.2%, the strongest showing for a billion-dollar IPO since Eternal in 2021. Top reads of the day LG share price target at Rs 2,050? Korean giant sparks record frenzy with 8 buy calls on Day 1LG Electronics India’s Rs 11,600 crore IPO has sparked what market experts describe as an exceptional display of analyst confidence, securing at least seven buy ratings within minutes of its impressive stock market debut, a notable achievement highlighting strong investor optimism in India’s consumer durables sector. LG Electronics India shares soar 50% on debut! Co sets record for mega issues on D-St Did Tata Motors shares really crash 40%? What the demerger plunge actually means Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures fell 0.9% as of 7:34 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures fell 1.2% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.6% The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.7% The MSCI World Index fell 0.3%
Market Highlights: Sensex settles 174 pts lower, Nifty below 25,250; DMart falls 3%, Siemens 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex declined 173.77 points, or 0.21%, to finish at 82,327.05, while the NSE Nifty 50 slid 58 points, or 0.23%, closing at 25,227.35. On the 30-share Sensex, Tata Motors, Infosys, Hindustan Unilever, Power Grid, and BEL led the declines, slipping between 1% and 2.7%. Broader markets were mixed, with the small-cap index down 0.2% while mid-caps edged up 0.1%. Renewed trade tensions between Washington and Beijing have stoked fears of persistent inflation and higher interest rates in the U.S. Elevated Treasury yields often draw capital away from emerging markets such as India, pressuring equities and currencies alike. Sectorally, IT stocks fell 0.8% as investors turned cautious ahead of HCLTech’s quarterly results due after market hours. The stock ended largely flat. In primary market action, Tata Capital made a firm debut, listing 1.23% above its issue price and closing 1.4% higher on its first trading day. Tata Capital gets 2 buy calls on Day 1. Check target prices, valuation and strategy for IPO investors Top trades of the day Waaree Renewable Technologies shares soar 13% as profit more than doubles in Q2 MapmyIndia shares jump 8% after Railway Minister's tweet favouring Google Maps rival BLS International Services shares crash 18% after MEA imposes 2-year ban on tenders Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 1.4% as of 6:31 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 1.9% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.9% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.5% The MSCI World Index was little changed
GIFT Nifty up 10 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Benchmark indices closed flat as market attention turned to the RBI MPC outcome, where a status quo on the repo rate is anticipated. Analysts expect a range-bound market, with Nifty's short-term outlook negative. The rupee hit a record low, while FIIs net sold shares amid global uncertainties.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 329 pts higher, Nifty above 25,250; SBI, Maruti rise 2% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex climbed 328.72 points, or 0.40%, to close at 82,500.82, while the NSE Nifty 50 added 103.55 points, or 0.41%, to settle at 25,285.35. On the 30-share Sensex, State Bank of India, Maruti Suzuki, Axis Bank, NTPC, and Power Grid led the advance, rising between 1% and 2%. Broader markets also firmed, with midcaps up 0.5% and smallcaps gaining 0.7% on the day. The Nifty IT index closed flat, as Tata Consultancy Services slipped 1.1% after posting weaker-than-expected September-quarter earnings. Still, IT stocks jumped 4.9% for the week, the best-performing sector, helped by TCS’s stronger-than-forecast revenue growth. Financials climbed 1.6% for the week, buoyed by the Reserve Bank of India’s recent lending reforms and improved loan growth outlook. Among individual movers, Tata Elxsi dropped 3% after reporting a decline in quarterly profit. Both the Nifty 50 and Sensex rose about 1.6% this week, their strongest showing in three months. LG Electronics IPO Allotment Status Live: How to check status on BSE, registrar's website; GMP show 33% listing gains Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures were little changed as of 6:18 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures were little changed Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.2% The MSCI World Index fell 0.1%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 398 pts higher, Nifty above 25,150; HCL Tech, UltraTech rise 2% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex rose 398.44 points, or 0.49%, to close at 82,172.10, and the NSE Nifty 50 gained 135.65 points, or 0.54%, to finish at 25,181.80. Metal shares surged 2.2% to lead gains across major indices as base metal prices climbed amid supply disruptions at key global mines, including Freeport’s Grasberg operation in Indonesia. The heavyweight IT index advanced 1.1%, extending its six-session winning streak to roughly 6%. Tata Consultancy Services rose 1.1% ahead of its September-quarter earnings release later in the day. Broader markets also firmed up, with the mid-cap and small-cap gauges up 1% and 0.6%, respectively. TCS Q2 Results Live Updates: Profit may rise 10% YoY amid tariff and visa woes; revenue likely to inch up 4% Tata Consultancy Services is set to release its Q2 results today, with investors expecting modest growth and little change in margins. The company faces challenges such as employee attrition, wage hikes, and uncertain demand in the US market. Key areas to monitor include the effects of layoffs, the outlook for the US market, revenue growth, and margin trends, along with performance in major deals and business verticals. LG Electronics IPO GMP Live Updates: Issue subscribed over 3 times on Day 3. Check GMP Tata Capital IPO Allotment Status Live: How to check status on BSE, MUFG Intime India Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.3% as of 9:55 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures were little changed Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.1% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were little changed The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose 0.3% The MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 0.2%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex snaps 4-day winning run, settles 153 pts lower, Nifty below 25,050
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex fell 153 points, or 0.19%, to close at 81,773.66, while the NSE Nifty 50 declined 62 points, or 0.25%, to finish at 25,046.15. Financials fell roughly 0.5%, ending a six-session rally that had added 3%. The earlier run-up came after the Reserve Bank of India unveiled measures to boost bank lending and on upbeat pre-earnings updates from banks for the September quarter. Auto stocks slipped 1.5%, led by a 2.4% decline in Tata Motors after its luxury arm, Jaguar Land Rover, projected lower second-quarter volumes. Meanwhile, the IT index surged 1.5% ahead of Tata Consultancy Services’ quarterly results due Thursday, with TCS itself climbing 1.8%. Reliance Industries retreated 1.3%, weighed down by profit-taking after a 1.6% gain over the previous two sessions. Jewellery retailer Titan rose 4.3% following a stronger-than-expected pre-quarterly update. Broader market segments also showed weakness, with small-caps falling 0.5% and mid-caps down 0.7%. LG Electronics IPO Live Updates: Latest GMP on Day 2; check all key details Tata Capital IPO GMP Live Updates: Latest GMP on Day 3; Check Listing and Allotment date here Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% as of 5:43 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.2% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.5% The MSCI World Index was little changed
GIFT Nifty up 100 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Equity markets faced significant selling pressure last week, tumbling over 2.5% and ending a three-week winning streak. The upcoming week is data-heavy, with RBI policy and derivatives expiry expected to fuel volatility. FIIs net sold shares, while the rupee rebounded from its all-time low.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 137 pts higher, Nifty above 25,100; Divi's Labs rises 5%, Bajaj Holdings 3%
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex added 136.63 points, or 0.17%, to close at 81,926.75, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 30.65 points, or 0.12%, to end at 25,108.30. Broader markets also advanced, with the mid-cap index up 0.4% and the small-cap index gaining 0.6%. Financials rose 0.5%, extending their winning streak to a sixth day, supported by robust loan growth in the September quarter and optimism after the Reserve Bank of India eased lending norms for capital markets and large corporates. Bajaj Finance gained 1.5% after reporting a strong pre-quarterly update over the weekend, adding to Monday’s 2% advance. Bank of India climbed as much as 2.7% following its Q2 business update. Trent slipped 2%, bucking the broader trend, as its September-quarter revenue growth slowed amid weaker same-store sales. Investors kept an eye on the primary market, where two major offerings, Tata Capital and LG Electronics India, opened for subscription this week. Tata Capital IPO GMP Live Updates: Check grey market buzz Tata Capital’s Rs 15,512‑crore IPO, the year’s largest, opened Monday and closes Wednesday. The grey market premium was just over 2% above the issue price at launch. The issue includes a Rs 6,846‑crore fresh issue and an Rs 8,666‑crore offer‑for‑sale by promoter Tata Sons, which holds a 95.6% stake. LG Electronics IPO Live Updates: LG's Rs 11,607 cr IPO opens for bidding. Check GMP, subscription & key dates South Korean giant LG Electronics India launched its highly anticipated ₹11,607 crore IPO for subscription on Tuesday, buoyed by strong analyst support and a robust grey market premium (GMP) of 24%, signaling strong investor interest. The tech bets that are making PhonePe unstoppable Global Markets Updates The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.2% as of 9:13 a.m. London time S&P 500 futures fell 0.2% Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.2% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.2% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index was little changed The MSCI Emerging Markets Index rose 0.2%
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 583 pts higher, Nifty above 25,050; TCS, TechM rise 3% each
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: The S&P BSE Sensex rose 582.95 points, or 0.72%, to finish at 81,790.12, while the NSE Nifty 50 advanced 183.40 points, or 0.74%, ending at 25,077.65, crossing the 25,000 mark. On the 30-stock Sensex, shares of TCS, Tech Mahindra, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finance and Eternal were among the top gainers, rising between 2% and 3%. Private banks advanced 1.2% and financials added 1.1% on the day. HDFC Bank, the largest weight on the Nifty 50, gained 0.9%, while Kotak Mahindra Bank climbed 2% after both lenders reported strong loan growth for the September quarter. Bajaj Finance rose 1.9% after disclosing a 24% year-on-year increase in assets under management in the July–September period. The Nifty IT index advanced 2.3%, extending its rebound to 3.2% over the past three sessions after earlier weakness tied to U.S. labor market worries and higher H-1B visa fees. Broader markets also firmed, with mid-cap stocks up 0.9% and small-caps higher by 0.3%. Tata Capital IPO Live Updates: 2025’s biggest issue opens for bidding Tata Capital’s Rs 15,512 crore IPO, among the largest of 2025, commenced subscription today and will remain open until Wednesday. The issue comprises a Rs 6,846 crore fresh issue and an Rs 8,666 crore offer for sale by promoter Tata Sons, which holds a 95.6% stake in the company. Ahead of the launch, the grey market premium was modest at around 3% above the issue price. Track GMP & live updates here Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.4% as of 6:12 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.6% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.2% The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 0.1% The MSCI World Index was little changed
GIFT Nifty down 55 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian stock markets saw a fifth day of losses. Nifty dipped below 25,000. Foreign fund outflows and US visa concerns impacted sentiment. Analysts foresee continued market pressure. They are watching global cues and India-US trade talks. India VIX rose, indicating market fear. Rupee settled slightly higher due to suspected RBI action. FIIs increased their net short positions.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex settles 224 pts higher, Nifty above 24,850; Tata Steel, Power Grid rise 3% each
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Nifty rises 58 points, Sensex up 220 as banks, consumer stocks drive second straight gain. While the broader Nifty ended at 24,894.25, up 57.95 or 0.23%, the 30-stock Sensex settled at 81,207.17, falling 223.86 points or 0.28%. The Nifty breadth was mildly tilted towards the bears with 26 stocks settling in the green while 24 in the red. Among the top Nifty gainers were Tata Steel, Power Grid Corporation, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank and Larsen & Toubro (L&T), while the top losers were Max Healthcare Institute, Eicher Motors, Coal India, Tech Mahindra and Maruti Suzuki. In the broader markets, stocks like Atlantaa, V2 Retail and Rekha Jhunjhunwala-backed Baazar Style Retail moved the most on company-specific developments and Q2 updates. Among 17 Nifty sectoral indices, 14 finished in the green while 3 in the red. While Nifty Auto fell marginally at 0.06%, Nifty Realty and Nifty Healthcare were down 0.12% and 0.22% at the closing time. Among the top gainers was Nifty Metal, Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty Consumer Durables, closing 1.8%, 1.12% and 1.09% higher. Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures rose 0.3% as of 6:14 a.m. New York time Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.3% Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.3% The Stoxx Europe 600 rose 0.5% The MSCI World Index rose 0.2%
GIFT Nifty down 55 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian equities faced a fourth consecutive losing session, influenced by US visa policy concerns and persistent foreign investor selling. While festive demand and GST reforms offer support, currency weakness and global headwinds, including India-US trade deal uncertainty, are expected to keep markets range-bound. Technically, the 25,000-25,050 zone is crucial support; a fall below could trigger a deeper correction.
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex breaks 8-day losing run, surges 716 pts, Nifty above 24,800 boosted by RBI MPC policy
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Tata Motors, whose demerger of passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles businesses came into effect from today, was the top gainer among bluechips at 5.5%. Other top gainers were banks and financials like Shriram Finance, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Axis Bank, which got a boost from the RBI policy. RBI MPC Outcome RBI MPC maintains status quo on rates, keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.5% RBI projects CPI inflation at 2.6% vs 3.1% earlier Keeping a close eye on movement of rupee: RBI Governor FY26 GDP growth projection at 6.8% RBI increases IPO financing limit to Rs 25 lakh per investor Sensex, Nifty snap 8-day losing streak. Here are top factors behind the rally today RBI policy Bank stocks gain Oversold conditions Rupee recovers Positive global cues Global Markets Updates S&P 500 futures fell 0.5% as of 6:50 a.m. London time Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.5% The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 0.2% Japan’s Topix fell 1.3% Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 was little changed Euro Stoxx 50 futures were little changed
GIFT Nifty down 50 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Equities closed slightly lower as India-US trade talks progressed. Analysts anticipate market firmness, driven by GST reforms and festive demand. Technically, the index finds strong support at 25,000, suggesting a potential rebound. FIIs net sold shares, while DIIs were net buyers, and the rupee weakened against the US dollar.