India’s stock market opened on a cautious note but managed to hold slight gains. The indices traded with small advances, reflecting optimism in Asian peers and firm Wall Street futures.
At 10:30 AM, the BSE Sensex climbed 66.74 points to reach 81,368.63, while the Nifty 50 rose 9.10 points, crossing the 24,750 mark.
That’s the data. Now, what does it mean for you? If you’re an investor watching the F&O expiry drama unfold, today’s market is a slow burner—with just enough heat to keep things interesting.
Markets are reacting to a surprise twist from across the globe. A U.S. federal court blocked Donald Trump’s proposed “Liberation Day” tariffs—a move investors feared could have rattled global trade. With that tension cooled off, Asian markets perked up, giving Indian indices a gentle push.
Metal Stocks Break Their Losing Streak
The real spotlight today? Metal shares.
After falling in the last two sessions, the Nifty Metal index rebounded by 0.97%, rising to 9,329.45. Stocks like Welspun Corp (up 7.42%), Lloyds Metals & Energy (up 3.52%), and Hindustan Copper (up 2.82%) led the charge. Even giants like JSW Steel and Jindal Steel & Power gained over 1%.
Translation: If you’ve been betting on metals, this might be your moment of redemption. Or at least, a decent cup of chai.
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Broader Markets Stay Mixed, But Positive
The broader market added modest gains. The BSE MidCap index edged up by 0.07%, while the SmallCap index rose 0.23%. Market breadth was narrowly positive—1,802 stocks rose versus 1,706 declining.
In short: not a rally, but not a wreck either.
Stocks in the News
- FDC fell 3.86% after its Q4 net profit dropped 16.4%, despite a revenue rise.
- Avanti Feeds surged 4.74% after posting a 45.8% jump in quarterly profit.
- Aurobindo Pharma rose slightly after its arm Curateq Biologics set up a new unit in the Netherlands.
Several companies including Bajaj Auto, Mazagon Dock, Alkem Labs, Campus Activewear, and ICRA are scheduled to report their Q4 earnings today. Notably, JNK India jumped 4.99% ahead of its results.
The kicker? Despite everything going on, markets might still get shaky as traders adjust positions before today’s F&O expiry.
Isn’t it a bit funny? A global tariff scare gets tossed, metals bounce back, and yet our markets are tiptoeing like it’s Sunday morning. But hey—if Sensex is sipping coffee, at least your portfolio isn’t burning toast.
Disclaimer:
This article is for information only and not financial advice. Please do your own research or talk to a financial expert before investing. Investing has risks, and past results don’t guarantee future success.
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