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Market Pulse: Key triggers to watch ahead of the July 3 trading session
Market Pulse July 3: Global cues remain supportive as US stocks traded higher after weaker-than-expected jobs data reinforced hopes of a prolonged pause in Federal Reserve rate hikes. Domestically, investors will track Adani Enterprises’ ₹10,000-crore QIP launch and developments in energy markets after the government ruled out an immediate fuel price cut. Technically, Nifty’s close above its 100-day moving average has improved sentiment, with analysts seeing scope for a move towards 24,300-24,500, while 24,000 remains a key support level.
Tech-Led global selloff, Fed rate fears weigh on Indian equities
Indian stock markets experienced their sharpest single-day drop in nearly a month, mirroring a global tech sell-off. The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex both fell significantly, influenced by a strong US dollar and profit-taking after recent gains. While pharma and healthcare sectors showed resilience, most others, including metals and IT, declined. Market volatility increased, with analysts watching key support levels closely.
Metal companies' hot run comes to an end as West Asia cools off
Metal stocks experienced a significant downturn Tuesday, with the Nifty Metal index dropping 3.2% as falling commodity prices, domestic economic slowdown fears, and anticipated US Federal Reserve rate hikes impacted investor confidence. Vedanta led the decline. Analysts suggest a cautious approach, advising a wait-and-watch strategy before re-entering the sector amidst these headwinds.
Stock markets decline for 2nd day on selling in oil, gas, banking shares
Stock markets closed lower for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid conflicting geopolitical signals from the West Asia and fresh foreign fund outflows. In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 141.90 points, or 0.19 per cent, to settle at 75,867.80, with 20 of its constituents ending higher and 10 with losses. During the day, it hit a high of 76,224.68 and a low of 75,748.21, gyrating 476.47 points. The 50-share NSE Nifty skidded 6.55 points, or 0.03 per cent, to end at 23,907.15. Sensex had dropped by 479.26 points and Nifty by 118 points on Tuesday. Financials, oil & gas, IT and private banking shares were the major drag while energy, metals, and auto shares advanced, capping the downside. Among 30 Sensex firms, HDFC Bank fell the most by 2.63 per cent. Infosys, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards. Power Grid, Eternal, NTPC and Tata Steel were the major ...
Nifty Pharma, 4 others hit 52-week high since Iran war while Nifty fell 7%. Will the form continue?
Despite a challenging market backdrop fueled by geopolitical tensions and foreign fund outflows, five Indian sectors—Pharma, Energy, Defence, Capital Markets, and Metals—are showing remarkable strength. These sectors are hitting new highs, driven by structural earnings visibility and long-term growth tailwinds, indicating a fundamental shift beyond mere defensive plays.
Dalal Street set for negative opening as GIFT Nifty trades lower
Nifty closed at 23,690 on Thursday. IT shares faced pressure from global AI competition. Markets will watch West Asia conflict, energy prices, and foreign fund flows. A move above 23,800 could boost Nifty higher. Failure to hold this level may bring selling pressure. India VIX fell. SAIL and Kaynes are in F&O ban. Foreign investors bought shares.
Market Trading Guide: Apollo Pipes among 3 stock recommendations for Tuesday
Sensex and Nifty plunged nearly 2% as rising crude oil prices, weak global cues and escalating West Asia tensions triggered heavy selling. Foreign fund outflows and a weaker rupee added pressure. Analysts recommend Apollo Pipes, Aurobindo Pharma and Tata Steel for potential short-term gains.