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Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open in the green on January 15 and continue the uptrend from the previous week with IT stocks in focus. In the previous session on January 12, Sensex and Nifty 50 surged over a percent to hit their fresh all-time highs, driven by a stellar rally in IT stocks after TCS and Infosys reported financial results. Later in the day, Wipro and HCLTech also reported their quarterly earnings, following which there are likely to be stock reactions. Jio Financial and Angel one will report their numbers later today. Now, in terms of the global setup, it seems as though the domestic market will be more resilient because the Dow closed more than 100 points lower, with several banks ending lower. Oil prices slipped in early trade with traders watching out for supply disruption risk in the Middle East following strikes by U.S. and British forces to stop Houthi militia in Yemen from attacking ships in the Red Sea. Brent crude futures fell or 0.4% to $77.98 a barrel by 6:54 am India times after settling up 1.1% on January 12. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

India's benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open the trading session of January 12, as the overall setup for the market looks positive on the domestic front. The focus will be on information technology stocks after top companies TCS and Infosys flagged weak client spending in their quarterly results. The earnings reports, however, were largely in line or better than estimates. On the global front, Wall Street equities closed little changed overnight after data showed that headline CPI rose above estimates at 0.3% in December, for an annual gain of 3.4%. Asian equities opened marginally higher. In the previous domestic session, Reliance contributed more than 50 points and helped Nifty 50 hold on to the level of 21,600. India's GIFT Nifty was trading at 21,720.50 as of 8:18 am, suggesting the NSE Nifty 50 will open near its close of 21,647.20 on January 12. Meanwhile, Wipro, HDFC Life Pro and HCL Tech will report earnings for the third quarter. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to start the trading session of January 11 on a positive note as cues have largely turned positive on both global and domestic front. Overnight on Wall Street, all the three major indices closed the session near day’s high with gains coming in the range of half a percent to 1%. Major contributors to Dow Jones were stocks like Microsoft, Walmart and Salesforce. Nifty 50, meanwhile on January 10, gained more than 70 points of which more than 50 points were contributed by Reliance, which closed at a record high. Despite the surge in market and positive sentiment, it did not reflect in FiI numbers. FIIs were sellers in the cash market and the sell figure was ₹1,700 crore but it was offset by DII, where the buy figure was ₹2,100 crore. India's GIFT Nifty was trading at 21,730 as of 8:00 am, suggesting the NSE Nifty 50 will open above its close of 21,618.70 on January 10. TCS and Infosys’ are the key quarterly earnings reports to track in the day. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to start the trading session of January 10 with minor cuts, following mixed cues from global markets. On Wall Street, US indices closed near the flat line after a range bound session overnight. Some of the technology stocks helped NASDAQ close in the green while S&P 500 was flat. Dow too saw recovery from day’s low but failed to turn positive. The MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan lost 0.35% in morning trade, after logging losses in each of the six previous sessions. Meanwhile, India's GIFT Nifty was trading at 21,573 as of 8:18 a.m. IST, suggesting the NSE Nifty 50 will open near its close of 21,544.85 on January 9. Among the key stocks to track are Zee Entertainment, Delta Corp, Vedanta, and SpiceJet. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to make a gap up opening in the trading session of January 9, a drop in the previous session. This follows a rebound in Asian peers. In the overnight session, Wall Street equities closed higher overnight. Thanks to the big surge in the tech heavyweights, NASDAQ the tech heavy index surged over 2%, S&P too gained more than 1% though Dow relatively underperformed and closed with a gain of 0.6%. Following the positive global cues, Gift Nifty indicated a gap up start for the Indian market. India's GIFT Nifty was trading at 21,704.50 as of 8:09 a.m. IST, suggesting the NSE Nifty 50 will open above its close of 21,513.00 on January 8. Another positive cue for the domestic market is the big fall in crude. Brent saw a fall of over 4% each as demand concerns resurfaced after price cut announcement by Saudi Arabia. Stocks in focus: Bajaj Auto, Delta Corp, Metropolis Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to make a muted opening on January 8. The week ahead will see major earnings including Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Wipro, HCLTech and HDFC Life. Meanwhile, the GIFT Nifty suggests a flat start for the January 8 session, consolidating from last week. Global markets too consolidated in the previous session. Brent crude prices rose over the weekend with the commodity trading near $78.5 per barrel. Stocks to track in today’s trade include Titan, Bajaj Auto, Tata Steel, Nykaa, Bank of Baroda, Marico, and Adani Wilmar, among others. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Markets ended 2023 with nine weeks of Street gains, but in the first week of the New Year, we are likely to snap the winning streak. The Dow Jones and S&P 600, Nasdaq, are all set to end the week with cuts as well. On Thursday, the Nasdaq continued to witness selling pressure and bore the brunt of the kind of the weakness that has been seen given the fact that some of the heavyweights like Apple have underperformed in 2024. So far, Apple has seen a couple of analyst downgrades that have come in. Talking about oil prices, brent futures continued its softness. Yesterday it closed near the $77.5 a barrel mark. Now this was an account of higher crude inventories that were seen in the US markets coming to the Indian market. Overnight queues are not very confident but Indian markets yesterday managed to outperform. It was a sharp recovery that helped the market. The realty index was to top gaining sector. Today, the power sector is in focus. Asian markets and indicating a mild soft start for our own markets today.

The New Year started off on a slightly softer note after heavy gains witnessed throughout 2023. Yesterday, the US markets entered the negative territory, NASDAQ down over 1%, and in the red for four straight sessions. Oil prices last evening rose on increasing worries. As far as the Red Sea is concerned, a lot of tankers continue to remain off the Red Sea route given the fact that there continues to be increased militant attacks. Brent futures were higher by 3%, WTI futures too were high by 3.5% in the trading session. The Indian markets yesterday ended in cuts for the second straight day. Nifty 50 however managed to hold on to the 21,500 level in trade. The broader market indices showed relative out performance in the trading session. IT stocks and metal stocks continued to witness selling pressure through the day. GIFT Nifty is indicating a slightly muted start. However, it is not showing the kind of weakness that would have been anticipated, given the weak equity handover that we got from global markets.

Asian markets have taken cues from a slightly soft handover from the Wall Street and are witnessing a bit of red. The GIFT Nifty too is indicating a gap down start for the Indian benchmakr indices. After the heavy gains the markets witnessed in 2023, the markets across the world have started 2023 on a cautious note. US markets, in the previous trade session, were quite mixed, with the Dow Jones ending slightly above the flat line and the NASDAQ fell over 1.6%. Yesterday, the European markets too were quite muted. Oil prices fell yesterday despite mounting worries on the Red Sea. In fact, they witnessed a bit of a bump up, but by the end of the session, brent futures fell over 1.5% and WTI Futures were down 1.7%. They now continue to hover around the $70/barrel. The Indian markets ended with cuts on Tuesday after an extremely volatile session. The Nifty Bank index fell over 500 points and the Nifty IT index was another sector that witnessed a significant pullback from recent highs. The Nifty Farmer index on the other hand was a clear outperformer, However, FII buying has resumed with over Rs 1,600 crore of buying in the cash market. Among the key things to watch out for are operational updates by companies such as DMart. The monthly sales volumes of Hero MotoCorp were slightly disappointing, and the markets may react to that..

While several global markets remained closed for the New Year holiday, India saw a different scenario as trading resumed on the first day of the year. The New York Stock Exchange, the US market, European markets, and various Asian markets were still in holiday mode. In contrast, Indian markets opened for the second trading session of 2024. Despite the early start, market participants noted thin volumes, indicating a cautious approach to the new year's trading. Yesterday, a small sell flow figure was reported, but markets managed to hold on and even made fresh gains. In 2023, the Indian market witnessed significant milestones, with the Nifty, Nifty Bank, mid-cap index, and small-cap index all reaching record highs. Investors are keenly watching to see how these markets will perform in 2024. Notably, on the first trading day of the year, the Nifty hit a fresh record intraday high. However, the second half of the trading session experienced a notable sell-off, primarily centered around auto stocks. The auto sector was in focus as December monthly sales volumes trickled in, with tractor sales disappointing overall. This mixed picture led to varied performances across different segments. The telecom sector, with a focus on companies like Idea, continued to move higher, building on the gains made on the last trading day of 2023. However, the auto sector faced headwinds, with some stocks lagging behind. Analysts suggest that reactions to operational data from companies, particularly in the cement sector, may influence market movements. Investors are advised to keep an eye on how auto stocks respond to market conditions. Global market indicators are pointing towards a slightly muted start for Indian markets today, with a potential gap down opening. This cautious sentiment aligns with the thin volumes observed in the early hours of trading.

As the year end is nearing, global market signals appear mixed for the final trading session. U.S. indices witnessed a flat close following a range-bound session, offering a neutral perspective. However, positive indicators emanate from the crude market, with both Brent and WTI experiencing a 3% overnight dip due to a further easing of tensions in the Red Sea. In the Indian markets, it was yet another day of record-breaking performances, with Sensex, Nifty 50, and Nifty Bank achieving fresh intraday highs. Notably, Nifty breached the 21,800 mark for the first time, underscoring the bullish sentiment. While Sensex approaches the 23,000 milestone, midcaps exhibit a relatively subdued performance, contributing to a market breadth slightly favoring declines with an advance-decline ratio of 3 to 4. Institutional activities reflect continued confidence, with Foreign Investors (FIs) displaying a buying spree despite elevated levels. Yesterday, FIs made purchases amounting to INR 4359 crore, while Domestic Investors (DIs) reported sales of only INR 137 crore. Today's pre-market data for Nifty indicates a modest gain, poised to mark yet another record high. Investors are advised to keep a close eye on auto companies, anticipating reactions ahead of their monthly sales figures. Additionally, oil marketing companies are in focus, driven by two key factors – the recent decline in crude prices and speculations surrounding potential price cuts.

On Wednesday, the U.S. stock market experienced a lackluster day with minimal trading volumes, contrasting sharply with India's bullish performance that led to record highs. The U.S. market closed with marginal gains, setting the stage for its ninth consecutive week of positive momentum. Major U.S. indices achieved fresh 52-week highs, registering gains ranging from 0.1% to 0.3%. Conversely, India's market saw another day of record highs, propelled by IT and banking stocks. The Nifty surged past 21,600, while the Nifty Bank reached an unprecedented close, largely attributed to HDFC Bank, contributing nearly 50% to its gains. Despite the upbeat equity movement, Wednesday's market ascent coincided with a notable uptick in India's volatility index, rising 6% to reach its highest level since March. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) played a significant role in this dynamic, with net purchases of nearly ₹3,000 crores, overshadowing the sales figure for Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) at ₹200 crores. As the December series approaches its expiry day, the GIF Nifty indicates a potential record high, currently up by more than 70 points. However, the commodities market experienced an opposing trend, with Brent and WTI Crude reversing previous gains and slipping by 2%. Overnight reports suggest that major logistics companies have resumed shipping via the Red Sea. Investors are advised to keep a close eye on stocks linked to Nifty Dividend Opportunities 50 (ND C's) for potential inflows (e.g., Bajaj Finance and HDFC Bank) and outflows (e.g., Adani Enterprises, L&T, and Adani Ports) as the market dynamics continue to evolve.

In a positive start to the last week of 2023, the US market witnessed a rise despite low trading volumes. Major averages closed the Tuesday session with gains of half a percent each, and small-cap indices outperformed, recording a gain of more than 1%. The NASDAQ, dominated by tech stocks, hit a record high, while the broad-market index S&P is within striking distance of its record level. Banking heavyweights such as HDFC and Kotak Bank, along with Reliance Industries, played a crucial role in supporting the Nifty, helping it hold levels above 21,400. With Tuesday's gains, front-liners are now 1% away from their record levels earlier in the month. In the commodities market, the energy sector emerged as one of the best performers amid ongoing tensions in the Red Sea. Both Brent and WTI crude oil surged nearly 3% each to hit their highest levels in the last three weeks. Gold also saw an upward move, tracking a lower dollar and 10-year yield, trading just below the $2100 per ounce mark. Sectors to watch include metals, with stocks like Hindalco, Nalco, and Vedanta in focus as aluminum gained more than 3% overnight. Additionally, Adani Group stocks are in the spotlight due to fundraising plans.

As we step into a new week after the weekend, global markets remain stable, setting the stage for a positive start. The Friday market close reflected a positive trend, with NASDAQ and S&P recording gains. Dow Jones experienced a slight dip, but the small-cap index stood out with a 2.5% surge in the closing hour, finishing at the day's peak. U.S. markets extended their winning streak for the eighth consecutive week, underscoring continued investor confidence. Back home, the Indian market showed resilience amid volatility, particularly in mid and small-cap stocks. The GIF Nifty suggests a positive opening today, although the focus remains on sustainability, given the expected low trading volumes leading up to year-end. In the commodity space, crude oil is navigating a range amidst tensions in the Red Sea, with Brent at around $80 and WTI dynamics near $74 per barrel. Precious metals continue their upward trajectory, with gold touching a record high and approaching $2100 per ounce. In terms of institutional activities, FI net sellers on Friday amounted to INR 2829 crore, while DI net buyers acquired shares worth INR 2167 crore. Looking ahead, key stocks are in focus, including Infosys following the termination of a global deal exceeding $1.5 billion, VIP Industries amidst CEO succession concerns, and liquor stocks gaining traction with the Gujarat government permitting liquor consumption at Gift City. As the week progresses, market participants remain cautious amid year-end uncertainties.

In a turnaround, equity markets have displayed a significant recovery after the apprehensions caused by a steep selloff on Wednesday. Both the Indian market, especially post 1 p.m., and the US markets experienced a challenging period during the sell-off. However, Thursday witnessed a substantial rebound in both markets, marking the eighth consecutive week of gains for the US markets. The NASDAQ surged by 1.2%, contributing to the positive trend. Crude oil prices experienced a marginal decline on Thursday, attributed to Angola's decision to exit the OPEC. Brent now hovers below the $80 per barrel mark. In the Indian market, Wednesday's sharp decline prompted a cautious start, but markets rebounded, recovering half of the losses incurred on Wednesday. Notably, heavyweight banks such as HDFC Bank and SBI played a pivotal role in aiding the recovery, emerging as top gainers. The mid-cap and small-cap indices also showcased a robust recovery, posting gains of over 1% in just two days. Furthermore, diagnostic companies stood out among the top performer. The overall positive sentiment in global markets, as indicated by Asian markets and the GIFT NIFTY, suggests a favorable outlook for Indian markets in the coming sessions.

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open flat on December 21 after closing a percent lower in the previous session, which led to the worst session in nine months. India's GIFT Nifty was trading at 21,143 as of 8:15 am, indicating the NSE Nifty 50 is likely to open near its previous close of 21,150.15. In the previous session, the Nifty and BSE Sensex shed 1.41% and 1.30%, respectively, as selling pressure emerged across public sector banks, information technology, energy and metal stocks after a recent rally. Despite the fall, however, the Nifty is still up 5.05% in December so far, and is likely to post its second-best month in 2023. On the global front, Asian shares opened lower after a drop in Wall Street equities overnight ahead of US third quarter growth data on December 21 and a key inflation reading on December 22. Stocks to track in the domestic market include Cochin Shipyard, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, Zee Entertainment Enterprises and Astrazeneca Pharma India. Tune in to the Market Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely headed for a flat opening on December 19, as the global rally triggered by hopes of US interest rate cuts in 2024 has slowed down. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.04% from its overnight close at 21,478 as of 8:09 am IST, indicating the Nifty 50 is likely to open around its December 18 close of 21,418.65. The Nifty and Sensex declined in the previous session after rallying to record highs for most of this month. So far in December, the Nifty has risen 6.38% and is on course for its best month since July 2022. Meanwhile, in the overnight session, Wall Street equities closed marginally higher. In morning trade, Asian shares steadied as traders' focus turned on Japan's central bank and whether it might edge further away from its ultra-easy monetary policy. Oil prices rose for a second session, as attacks by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militants on ships in the Red Sea disrupted maritime trade. Stocks to watch: Vedanta, Sun Pharma, PSU Banks, OMCs, Devyani International, PNC Infra, Kaynes Tech and more Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to make a subdued start on December 18, after record breaking rally across equity markets worldwide. The handover has been strong from the US markets. However, Asian markets were subdued ahead of Japan's monetary policy decision later in the day, indicating a flat start for the Indian market. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.15% from its overnight close at 21,487 as of 8:15 a.m. IST, indicating that the Nifty 50 is likely to open around its Friday closing level of 21,456.65. The Nifty and Sensex have gained about 6.6% so far this month, and are on course to their best monthly performance in 2023, with the Nifty closing at record highs in nine of 11 sessions. Besides the easing global interest rate outlook, the rally has been driven by the Reserve Bank of India raising its fiscal 2024 growth forecast, return of foreign inflows, sustained domestic inflows, and moderation in oil prices. Stocks to watch: Tata Power, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, PB Fintech, Zee Entertainment Enterprises among others Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are set to scale new highs on December 15 after a continued massive rally in global stocks on elevated bets of a U.S. rate cut by March 2024 after the Federal Reserve's policy meeting earlier this week. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.10% from its overnight close at 21,420.50, as of 8:14 a.m. IST, indicating that the Nifty 50 will open higher than its Thursday closing level of 21,182.70.

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to scale new highs in the trading session of December 14, tracking global peers. The rally shall come after the US Federal Reserve flagged the end of its tightening cycle and struck a dovish tone on the interest rate outlook. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.07% from its previous close at 21,227.50, as of 8:10 a.m., which implies the Nifty 50 will open higher than its last closing level of 20,926.35. In the overnight session, Wall Street equities surged with the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 1.4% to notch a record closing high. Asian stocks too followed US market shares and broadly rallied in morning trade on December 14. In the commodity space, oil prices rose in early Asian trade with Brent futures hovering around the $74 a barrel mark. The movements come after the Fed last night acknowledged that it is making "real progress" in easing inflation on the US, while maintaining a rate pause and adding that hikes were "not the base case anymore". Chair Jerome Powell said the Fed is aware of the risks of keeping rates higher for too long and lowering them too late, at a press conference after the policy decision, bolstering expectations of a rate cut in early 2024. Stocks to track in the domestic market: State Bank of India, NBCC, RBL Bank, Biocon, IndiGo and more Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Nifty 50 and Sensex are set to open higher on December 13 as the focus turns to the US Federal Reserve's policy decision, while domestic and US, data re-ignited inflation concerns and elevated bets of delay in rate cuts. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.02% from its overnight close at 21,067, as of 8:15 am, indicating that the Nifty 50 will open higher than its Tuesday closing level of 20,906.40. In the overnight session, US markets saw the fourth session of gains. Crude prices, meanwhile, saw significant cuts with Brent futures hovering around $73 a barrel mark. Meanwhile, back home, the domestic market gradually corrected throughout the previous trading session. Today, the primary market will see two IPOs, both looking to raise close to Rs1200 crore – IndiaShelter Finance and Doms Industries. Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

India's benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are set to open higher on December 12, tracking the rise in Asian peers ahead of a crucial inflation data and the US Federal Reserve policy decision. India's GIFT Nifty was little changed from its overnight close at 21,140.50, as of 8:05 a.m. IST, indicating that the Nifty 50 will open higher than its Monday closing of 20,997.10. Globally, all three major Wall Street indexes posted their new 2023 closing highs in the overnight session, ahead of key economic data and Fed monetary policy decision. Asian markets rose in morning trade. Stocks to watch: Dixon Technologies, SpiceJet, Mankind Pharma, Infosys, Sun Pharma Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open at fresh all-time highs on December 11, following the biggest weekly gain in more than a year the previous week. All of the front line indices hit record highs on December 8. The Nifty 50 hit 21,000 for the first time ever. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.02% from its overnight close at 21,073 as of 8:12 am this morning, indicating that the Nifty 50 will open higher than the December 8 close of 20,969.40. The ongoing rally is supported by strong macroeconomic data, a drop in crude oil prices, favourable global interest rate outlook, return of foreign inflows and sustained inflows from domestic mutual fund investors. Meanwhile, the Indian IPO landscape is gearing up for a busy week ahead with three companies, including Doms Industries, India Shelter Finance, and Inox India, set to launch in the primary market. Globally, Wall Street equities and US Treasury yields rose on December 8 after data showed that jobs growth accelerated in November. Chinese inflation data, on the other hand, was a bit disappointing. The European Central Bank, Bank of England, Norges Bank and the Swiss National Bank will also announce their monetary policy decision this week. Asian markets opened lower, dragged by data from China indicating deflationary pressure in the world's second largest economy. Stocks to track: Zomato, Tata Motors, Wipro, SpiceJet Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are set to open higher on December 8 ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) monetary policy decision, where the central bank is likely to keep key rates unchanged for the fifth consecutive time. India's GIFT Nifty this morning indicated that the Nifty 50 will open higher than its previous close of 20,901.15. The RBI's rate decision will be announced at 10:00 am. Key stocks to watch: Zomato, Titagarh Rail, and Five-Star Business Finance among others Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

As CNBC-TV18 celebrates 25 years of excellence, Indian markets continue to trade near lifetime highs. Benchmark indices are set to open at fresh record highs for a fourth session in a row on December 7. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.14% from its overnight close at 21,030.50 as of 8:25 a.m. IST, above the Nifty 50's Wednesday's record close of 20,937.70, indicating a positive open. This comes at a time after US economic data kept intact the expectations of the US Federal Reserve rate cut by March 2024 and as oil prices dropped. In the overnight session, Wall Street equities extended losses for a third session as the rally faded after posting their best month in 2023 in November, while US Treasury yields fell as data showed a lower-than-expected rise in private payrolls in November. Oil prices fell to a six-month low of $74.11 per barrel on Wednesday as high US crude output and gasoline inventories added to concerns over global fuel demand Back home in the Indian market, the stellar rally continued. The Nifty 50 has risen 5.77%, over the last seven sessions and is at record high levels. The index is the most overbought in over two years, boosted by favourable macroeconomic data and liquidity. Interestingly, fertiliser and sugar stocks were in focus. Stocks to watch: Paytm, M&M, IDFC First Bank Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are set to scale record highs at open in the trading session of December 6, continuing the stellar rally this week post the election results. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.15% from its overnight close at 21,036.50 as of 8:20 am, above the Nifty 50's December 5 record close of 20,855.10, indicating a positive open. The market is eyeing a very strong domestic setup after the Nifty, Nifty Bank, midcap and small cap indices — all closing at fresh record highs in the previous session. In fact, the midcap and smallcap indices have continued their stellar rally without a negative close for over 15 sessions. In terms of overnight cues, the US markets saw mixed closes with softness continuing for the second straight session. The NASDAQ was the only index that closed above the flat line. Crude oil prices continued to give good news. The oil price has now slipped to a five-month low. Brent futures were near the $77 a barrel mark. A fall in crude prices is positive for importers of the commodity like India and its oil marketing companies Meanwhile, in the domestic market, the Nifty Bank saw a bit of underperformance the entire year but that ended in the last two trading sessions. Stocks to watch: State Bank of India, Power Grid Corporation of India, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Adani Group companies Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

In the wake of a historic trading session, all frontline indexes reached unprecedented heights, marking a momentous occasion for the financial markets. Bank Nifty, notably, not only cleared its underperformance but also achieved a fresh record high, reflecting a positive turn of events. However, global markets experienced a slight setback, with U.S. markets exhibiting a pullback after five consecutive weeks of gains. The NASDAQ bore the brunt of this, witnessing a 0.8% decline. On a brighter note, crude oil prices saw a decrease, with Brent futures trading around half a percent lower, hovering near the $78 per barrel mark. In the Indian markets, the standout performers were oil and gas stocks, banking stocks, and capital goods measures, contributing to the overall robust performance. Meanwhile, the Pharma and Media sectors underperformed. Looking ahead, investors are keenly watching the Services PMI data expected today and await the Reserve Bank of India's policy meet outcome verdict scheduled for December 8th. The current positive sentiment in Indian markets is attributed to the clear verdict from state election polls. As the day unfolds, market participants are eager to see if the rally will persist, especially with expectations of a flat start influenced by both Asian markets and the GIFT NIFTY.

As we step into the final month of the year, global equity markets have defied concerns and reached new heights. In a notable global context, the S&P 500 hit a fresh 2023 high on Friday, and all US indexes closed with gains. Simultaneously, crude oil prices softened, with futures trading over 2.5% lower, hovering near the $78 per barrel mark. However, stealing the spotlight is the Indian equity market, which emerged as a standout performer in the past week, outpacing its regional counterparts with a gain of over 2%. The Nifty marked its fifth consecutive week of positive returns. Particularly noteworthy is the midcap segment, which extended its winning streak to 15 consecutive sessions, achieving record highs throughout. Key events shaping the market sentiment include the BJP's resounding victories in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, surpassing even the most optimistic exit poll predictions. This political development has injected a strong positive sentiment into the market. Looking ahead, the Indian market anticipates a positive start, with the Nifty expected to make significant moves at the opening. Important cues, including Mizoram counting data, will influence trading today. Additionally, market participants are eagerly awaiting the policy meet outcome on December 8. While Asian markets exhibit mixed signals, the Indian market's strong gap opening sparks anticipation about its sustainability throughout the morning. Investors are keenly observing these developments, indicating an optimistic outlook for the Indian market in the coming days.

In a significant turn of events, the Nifty index marked a milestone by closing above the 20,100 level, reflecting positive sentiments in the Indian stock market. However, the Nifty Bank witnessed a halt in its four-day gaining streak, while midcap stocks continued their remarkable rally, reaching record highs for the 20th consecutive session. The financial inflow landscape saw substantial foreign institutional investment (FII), with a net purchase of a hefty ₹8,147 crores. On the other side, the domestic institutional investors (DII) recorded a net sale of approximately ₹780 crores. It's worth noting that these flow dynamics may have been influenced by the MSCI rebalancing, which took effect yesterday. Turning the focus to domestic factors, the macroeconomic indicators have been highly supportive. The recently released Q2 FY 524 GDP data surpassed expectations, standing at an impressive 7.6% compared to the estimated 7.03%. This growth rate represents a significant increase from the previous year, with the GDP now standing at 7.6%, up from 6.2% on a year-on-year basis. Additionally, the core sector data exhibited strength, recording a month-on-month growth of 12.1%, outpacing the earlier figure of 9.2%. The fiscal deficit for October showed a decline on a year-to-year basis, adding another positive dimension to the overall economic outlook. On the global front, the United States markets ended on a positive note, with the Dow reaching a new high for the year. Meanwhile, oil prices remained stable around $82 per barrel, and Asian markets exhibited mixed trends. The Gift Nifty's positive indication points towards a promising start for the upcoming trading sessions. Looking ahead, market participants eagerly await the results of exit polls conducted yesterday, with election results expected on Sunday. These outcomes are likely to drive a more definitive market reaction come Monday. Additionally, high-frequency indicators, such as auto sales for November, will provide insights into the real-world implications of the GDP data, particularly in the manufacturing sector. Investors are advised to keep a close eye on the global manufacturing PMI for India, which is set to be released today, along with developments in the banking sector and business momentum. Notably, Flare Writing's upcoming listing is anticipated, considering the strong subscription rate of 46.68 times during its IPO.

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are set to open higher on November 29, tracking a rise in Asian and US peers. This came against the backdrop of dovish commentary from a US Federal Reserve official elevated bets of rate cuts by as early as March 2024. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.31% at 20,029.50 as of 7:58 am IST, above the benchmark Nifty 50's previous close of 19,889.70. In the November 29 trading session, the Nifty may hit or cross the 20,000-mark and breach its all time high levels. In the previous session it crossed the 19,900-mark, just about 1.65% away from record levels. In November, the market has gained 4.25% while the mid cap index has risen 8.75%. Globally, Wall Street equities rose overnight after Fed governor Christopher Waller flagged the possibility of lowering the interest rate in the months ahead if inflation continued to come down. Key stocks to track: Zomato, Siemens, Phillips Carbon Black, Tata Power and more Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to start the trading session of November 28 in the green, after Asian stocks edged higher in morning trade. In the previous session, the domestic market ended flat with the Nifty 50 closing below 19,800. All markets have been consolidating for the past few sessions. There has been an absence of major events, moreover, an extended weekend likely kept the range bound momentum. This week, the market might pick up with the GDP data from both the US and India due later this week. In the overnight session, US’ Wall Street witnessed a quiet close. Asian stocks edged higher in morning trade while the dollar was at its lowest in three months as investors remained convinced the Federal Reserve was done with its rate-hike cycle and looked ahead to a crucial inflation report later this week. The market will continue to watch out for crude prices that saw some correction with the commodity trading between $79 to $80 per barrel, ahead of the OPEC meeting. The GIFT Nifty indicated a bit of a quiet start with a positive bias. Meanwhile, the Finance Ministry and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officials are set to meet banks, and payment aggregators later in the day over cyber frauds, sources earlier told CNBC-TV18. The meeting will be chaired by the DFS Secretary. Stocks to watch: Maruti Suzuki, Paytm, Eicher Motors, HDFC Bank, Fortis Healthcare, Raymond, PB Fintech among others Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

In the wake of a subdued trading session that left markets virtually unchanged, investors are gearing up for a quiet start today, with early indicators suggesting a minimal opening shift. The previous day concluded with markets moving within a narrow range of approximately 70-80 points. Notably, U.S. markets remained closed yesterday in observance of Thanksgiving and will witness an early closure today, translating to a truncated half-day of trading. This factor is expected to influence global sentiments, including Asian markets. However, the spotlight is currently on Japan's economic performance, specifically the announcement of a 2.9% core inflation rate for October, surpassing the 2.8% recorded in September. In terms of market flows, both foreign and domestic investors were net buyers in the cash market, setting the tone for today's proceedings. Investors are also keeping a keen eye on the Tata Tech IPO, with subscription rates nearing 15 times, and the Adani group, particularly Adani Enterprises, as the Supreme Court is set to hear the Adani Hindenburg case today. Pharmaceutical stocks, are attracting attention due to a tentative U.S. FDA approval for canagliflozin tablets. Other stocks under scrutiny include Siemens, facing a service tax demand of 23.7, and Indian Hotels, where sources indicate a data breach compromising the information of nearly 15 lakh users in Taj hotels. In the energy sector, NMDC has announced the pricing of its QIP size ₹1000 crore issue at ₹5264 per share, representing a 7.4% discount to the closing price. As the market prepares for the final trading session of the week, investors are advised to monitor these developments closely. Furthermore, with Indian markets closed on Monday, anticipation is building for a dynamic end to the trading week.

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely headed for a mildly positive start in the trading session of November 23, as indicated by the GIFT Nifty. Asian shares were in morning trade with markets holding onto their gains for the week as confidence grows that interest rates globally will head lower next year, while oil prices fell on the prospects for smaller-than-expected output cuts by OPEC+. Oil prices fell by more than 1% this morning, extending losses from the previous session, after OPEC+ postponed a ministerial meeting, leading to speculation that producers might cut output less than earlier anticipated. Brent futures were down $1.04, or 1.3%, at $80.92 a barrel. Meanwhile, in the Indian market, Nifty 50 managed to recover 100 points from the day's low closer to 19,700. This morning, the GIFT Nifty suggests a start above 19,800. Four new ipos opened up for subscription in the previous session Stocks to track: Honasa Consumer, TVS Motors, Bajaj Auto, Infosys, IndiGo and more Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

The GIFT NIFTY is indicating a calm opening for today's trading session, influenced by the mild cuts observed in US markets. The Dow and the S&P 500 experienced a slight downturn of about 0.2%, while the NASDAQ faced a 0.6% dip. Notably, the trading range in the Indian markets has been contracting, with the Nifty trading within a band of just 75 points yesterday, ranging from 19,754 to 19,829. This narrowing trend is evident when comparing recent days; the Nifty's range was 86 points the day before and 138 points last week on Friday. This trend reflects a consolidation phase in the market. Investors should keep a close eye on Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) as the company is set to make an exceptional provision of $125 million in its Q3 earnings related to a lawsuit dating back to 2014. This provision will impact the stock performance. Additionally, Tata Steel is planning to raise ₹7,550 crore through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) with an indicative price of ₹1,29.1, offering a 13.4% discount to the current market price. Another stock of interest is Titan Company Limited, as the Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of an additional 27.2% share capital of Carrick Lane by Titan. Lastly, Allcargo Logistics may attract attention due to lower year-on-year and month-to-month volumes observed in October. These factors will likely contribute to the market's opening dynamics, shaping the early trading sessions. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more news and cues ahead of today's session

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open higher on November 21, tracking global peers, amid expectations that US interest rates have peaked. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.31% at 19,803 as of 8:14 am, above the benchmark Nifty 50's November 20 close of 19,694. The previous session was a range bound one but the mid cap index hit a record high crossing 42,000. Though Bank Nifty was flat, financials will continue to be in focus as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has tightened norms for consumer credit. Meanwhile, Brent crude is at around $82 per barrel, which would be a slight negative for the year in markets. In terms of the global setup, the US market continued to gain with the NASDAQ hitting a 22-month high. Microsoft was in focus after hitting a fresh 52 week high. This is after Sam Altman has been announced to lead a new AI team at Microsoft. Asian markets too traded largely higher in morning trade. Also, Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes will be watched out for later in the day. Stocks to watch: ABB India, Titagarh Rail Systems, HDFC Life Insurance, Karnataka Bank, Tata Power and more Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are poised to open relatively flat yet leaning towards a positive trajectory on November 17. This optimistic outlook is fueled by expectations of the US Federal Reserve concluding rate hikes and a decline in crude oil prices. However, the significant volatility that the market saw in the previous session is likely to extend on November 17 as well. Notably, the focus will be on financial stocks — both banking and non-banking sectors. This follows the Reserve Bank of India's move to tighten norms for consumer credit, urging banks and NBFCs to assign a higher risk weight for unsecured personal loans. This strategic measure aims to instill a sense of caution among lenders regarding such advances, with a 25 percentage point increase in risk weight on unsecured consumer loans. Meanwhile, the overnight session on Wall Street concluded with US indices displaying a mixed performance, largely near the flat line. As far as the Indian economy is concerned, crude prices have seen a further sharp correction. Crude prices were hovering around the $95 per barrel mark a few months ago. However, in the previous session, there was a 5% dip, bringing Brent futures to approximately $77 per barrel in morning trade. Stocks like TVS Motor Company, Axis Bank, JSW Infrastructure, JSW Steel, and other financial stocks will be in focus. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to make a flat opening with an inclination towards the positive trend on November 16. GIFT Nifty was up 0.17% at 19,751.50 as of 8:13 am IST, compared to the benchmark Nifty 50's previous close of 19,675.45. After a gap up opening in the previous session, Indian markets sustained all gains and ended closer to the day's highest point, with all sectoral indices ending in green. Rupee and rate sensitives were at the fore of the market rally. In the overnight session on Wall Street, the Dow Jones continued its up move for the fourth session and closed high by almost half a percent. The S & P 500 and NASDAQ closed above the flat line. Along with that, there’s some positive news, especially in terms of crude oil prices which actually softened for the industry's trading session. Brent futures traded closer to the $81.1 a barrel mark. Asian markets indicated a mixed start this morning, given a certain amount of profit booking that’s been emerging after the recent rally. Stocks in focus: Bajaj Finance, UCO Bank, Tata Consultancy Services, Rategain Travel, and Dabur Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Following a market holiday, Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are poised for a higher opening on November 15, propelled by a surge in global stocks. The surge is attributed to the softer-than-expected US inflation data, which has sparked optimism regarding a potential conclusion to the interest rate-hiking cycle in the world's largest economy. As of 7:59 a.m. IST today, India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.89%, reaching 19,731.50, approximately 300 points above the Nifty 50's closing figure on November 13. In the overnight Wall Street session, US equities climbed higher with the Nasdaq Composite index recording a 2.4% increase, marking its most robust performance in over six months. This upswing came after the US consumer price inflation (CPI) remained unchanged in October, a first in more than a year, following a 0.4% uptick in September. Simultaneously, early Asian trade witnessed a rise in oil prices attributed to escalating tensions in West Asia and a weakened dollar. Investors closely monitored inventory data following a two-week delay in reporting, with Brent futures maintaining levels around $82.5 per barrel. In the preceding session, Indian markets concluded with losses, although broader markets outperformed the benchmark indices. The overall market breadth, however, favoured declines. Goldman Sachs has upgraded its rating on Indian equities to the 'overweight' category. Additionally, MSCI released a list of stocks included in the global standard index. Key stocks to track include Biocon, IDFC First Bank, Rail Vikas Nigam, and Grasim Industries. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are likely to open the trading session of November 13 in green, a day after Samvat 2080 started on a strong note. On the day of Diwali Muhurat trading on November 12, Nifty 50 ended nearly 100 points higher at 19,523 and Sensex closed 350 points higher at 65,250. For the Nifty, 19,500-level was the level that the index managed to cross on the upside and that is now a key level to hold as it aims for 19,600. Meanwhile, the US markets ratings agency Moody's has downgraded the US credit rating outlook and thus, a certain amount of negative sentiment in US equity indices on November 10. However, for the last two consecutive trading weeks, all of the US indices ended with gains. In some further positive news flow for the domestic market, crude prices fell close to 5% in the week gone by with Brent futures now trading and hovering closer to the $80 a barrel mark. The earnings session has almost reached its final lap with a few more days left when listed companies will report their quarterly results. Grasim Industries and Manappuram Finance are due to report their earnings later in the day. Coal India, ONGC, SAIL, LIC, Biocon and Eicher Motors are among the other stocks in focus. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

In the recent market activity, we observed a range-bound performance with minor fluctuations. The Nifty Bank yesterday closed with a modest gain of around 25 points, while the midcap index rose by approximately 91 points. However, the overall market sentiment saw a dip of 143 points in the Sensex, and the Nifty also struggled to breach the levels around 19,004 to 19,500. In terms of institutional participation, net selling prevailed, with institutions selling over 1,700 crores and buying around 1,500 crores. This suggests that institutions remained net sellers in the market. One significant influence on the global markets was the hawkish comments made by Powell, which affected the US markets. The S&P witnessed a correction, breaking its longest winning streak since 2021, and the Asian markets followed suit. Additionally, oil prices hovered around $79 to $80 per barrel in response to these developments. Despite the Nifty indicating a lower start, macroeconomic factors may provide some support to cushion the market fall. In terms of corporate earnings, several companies, including Biocon, Coal India, ONGC, Tata Motors, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, and Tata Chemicals, are scheduled to release their results, which will be closely watched by investors. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more news and cues ahead of today's session

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are likely to open in green on November 9, after closing with minor gains in the previous session. In terms of big cues, oil has slipped further to three month lows below $80 per barrel for Brent crude as demand concerns have mounted. US markets closed marginally higher in the overnight session as stocks like Disney reacted positively to quarterly results. Asian peers also traded in the green in morning trade. Gift Nifty indicates a positive start for the domestic market. Amid earnings to track are Mahindra and Mahindra, Adani Ports, Apollo Hospital, Ashok Leyland, ABB India and more. Tata Power shares will also be in focus as several analysts have given it a 'sell' call amid collapse in Indo coal profits. Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to start the trading session of November 8 in the green, after ending with minor cuts in the previous session. In morning trade, Brent crude fell around 4.2% or $3.57 in absolute terms to the lowest price since July. It is a positive for the Indian markets because the country is a net importer of crude. Stocks in Asia this morning rose after a rally in Big Tech pushed US stocks to their longest streak of gains in two years, with investors shrugging off the latest attempts from Federal Reserve speakers to tone down Wall Street’s optimism. In the domestic market, Bata India, Lupin, Multi Commodity Exchange of India, Pidilite Industries, Power Finance Corporation, Tata Power Company, and United Spirits among others will report their quarterly earnings later in the day. Among other stocks to track are IndiGo, Power Grid, Shree Cement, IRCTC, and Apollo Tyres Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

The Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are poised for a gap-down opening on November 7, following a festive mood in the previous session. On November 6, the domestic market saw a third consecutive day of gains, with Nifty 50 reaching a two-week high. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) offloaded approximately Rs 549 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) purchased around Rs 595.7 crore. Asian stocks snapped a three-day winning streak in morning trade, slipping as the bond market's rally paused and investors reined in enthusiasm about a possible peak in global interest rates. In contrast, on Wall Street, the Nasdaq extended its winning streak for a seventh consecutive session, marking its longest such streak since January. However, the gain was modest at 0.3%, indicating a slight loss of momentum. S&P 500 futures and European futures both declined by 0.2%. Oil prices retraced most of their gains from the previous day due to concerns about weak demand in China. Investors are closely monitoring trade data scheduled for later in the day to assess demand from the world's second-largest oil consumer. Key stocks to watch in the domestic market include Nykaa, Gland Pharma, Bajaj Finance, IRCTC, Power Grid, and more. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are likely to open in green on November 6, building upon the positive momentum from the previous week. In the preceding session, the market closed at a one-week high, with the Nifty 50 displaying a robust rally of approximately 2% from its lows on October 26. At 8:00 am IST, India's GIFT Nifty was up by 0.84%, reaching 19,451, which is more than 200 points above the benchmark Nifty 50's closing figure of 19,230.60 on November 3. In the global context, the previous session witnessed a surge in Wall Street equities, while US 10-year Treasury yields dipped to their lowest point in five weeks. This occurred after data revealed that US job growth in October was slower than anticipated. The Federal Reserve's decision to pause rates on November 1 had ignited a global market rally. On November 3, Asian markets made significant gains during morning trade, with the MSCI Asia ex-Japan index showing a substantial increase of nearly 1.5%. Japan's Nikkei also climbed by 2.48% to reach 32,793.74, marking its highest level since September 21. Meanwhile, oil prices experienced a slight uptick, as top exporters Saudi Arabia and Russia announced their commitment to maintaining extra voluntary oil output cuts until the end of the year, effectively tightening the supply. Investors remained vigilant for the possibility of stricter U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil. Brent crude futures rose by 0.5% to $85.30 per barrel by 5:30 am IST. In the domestic market, the quarterly results of companies such as State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, IndiGo, and Metropolis will be closely monitored by investors. Additionally, Hindustan Petroleum and Bharat Forge are expected to release their earnings reports later in the day. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are set to open higher in the trading session of November 3, following global peers as risk appetite has improved across global markets on optimism that the US Federal Reserve may not hike rates again in this cycle. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.70% at 19,357.50 as of 8:10 a.m. IST, over 200 points above the Nifty 50's Thursday close of 19,133.25. Wall Street equities rallied overnight, with key indexes gaining over 1.5%, while U.S. 10-year Treasury yields fell to a three-week low. Asian markets advanced, with the MSCI Asia ex-Japan index gaining nearly 1%. In the domestic market, Nifty 50 and Sensex witnessed a rebound on November 2. Nifty 50, however, could not cross the 19,200 mark. Now, it remains to be seen if the market will see a gap up opening and get closer to the market resistance levels of 19,250-19,300. Among key stocks to watch is Tata Motors that posted a rise in second-quarter profit on strong JLR sales and pick-up in volumes. Drug maker Lupin has announced the launch of a drug used to control seizures, after receiving approval from the US FDA. Titan, IndiGo, Zomato, and Crompton Greaves, on the other hand, will report their earnings for the quarter later in the day. Tune in the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are likely to open higher on November 2, tracking a rise in global stocks after the U.S. Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged and Chair Jerome Powell hedged on the possible end of the rate hiking cycle. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.86% at 19,214.50 as of 8:12 a.m. IST, over 200 points above the Nifty 50's Wednesday close of 18,989.15. Wall Street equities rallied overnight, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite adding more than 1% and 1.5%, respectively. Asian markets advanced, with the MSCI Asia ex-Japan index gaining 1.5%. Stocks to watch: Maruti Suzuki, GAIL, Bharat Petroleum Corp, Godrej Consumer Products, Tata Motors Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are set to open marginally higher in the trading session of November 1, tracking a rise in global stocks ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.15% at 19,133.50 as of 8:16 am IST, but still above the previous close of 19,079.60. In the overnight session on Wall Street, Dow Jones, the S&P 500 and NASDAQ ended in green. This was ahead of the Fed's policy decision due later on November 1 and US monthly jobs data due on November 3. The FOC decision will be out at around 11:30 pm (India time) is largely expected to be a no rate change policy. Asian markets also rose in morning trade. Brent crude prices further eased down to levels of about $85.5 per barrel. A decline in crude prices is positive for India's economy. In the domestic market, it is a big day for earnings. Larsen & Toubro and Tata Consumer have reported good growth and the stocks are expected to react. Ambuja Cement, Britannia Industries, Godrej Consumer Products, Hero Motocorp, Indraprastha Gas, India Cements, LIC Housing Finance, and Tata Steel are among those that are due to report their earnings later in the day. Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty — are likely to open marginally higher in the trading session of October 31, following an overnight rise in equities on Wall Street. Asian markets, meanwhile, were subdued ahead of the Bank of Japan's (BOJ) policy decision. India's GIFT Nifty was down 0.05% at 19,216 as of 7:32 a.m. IST, but still above the Nifty 50's Monday close of 19,140.90. Wall Street equities gained over a percent each overnight, ahead of the US Federal Reserve policy meeting and US monthly jobs data due later this week. Asian markets were muted amid expectations that the BOJ will raise its inflation forecasts and tweak its bond yield control in a higher-for-longer global interest rate scenario. For the domestic market, it seems the market may continue the momentum that it had over the trading session on October 27. In the previous trading session, the Indian market started off lower due to global jitters but recovered all losses led by Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank, among others. Stocks to watch: Tata Motors, Marico, DLF, Oberoi Realty Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are likely to open marginally higher in the trading session of October 30. In the previous session, the domestic market had logged its worst week in over a month. As of 8:06 am, India's GIFT Nifty was trading at 19,092, marking a 0.34% increase from the Nifty 50's closing figure on October 27, which stood at 19,047.25. While the Asian markets exhibited a subdued performance, it was partially attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. On the global front, Wall Street witnessed a decline in equities during the previous session, with data revealing that US inflation had remained at elevated levels throughout September. Among stocks to track in the domestic market, investors await market reaction to the quarterly results of Reliance Industries. The oil-to-telecom conglomerate posted a weaker-than-expected quarterly profit, as a slide in revenue from fuel sales hurt its mainstay oil-to-chemicals business. Additionally, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) were net sellers of shares worth Rs 15 billion on October 27, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) made net purchases of shares worth Rs 3.14 billion. Some of the key stocks to monitor include Dr. Reddy’s, SBI Card, Bharat Petroleum, and Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are set to open higher on October 27, after logging losses over the last six sessions as US treasury yields retreated following weaker-than-expected inflation data. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.42% at 18,991.50 as of 8:11 a.m. IST, more than 100 points above the Nifty 50's Thursday close of 18,857.25. The Nifty 50 and Sensex have lost nearly 5% each over the last six sessions, settling at near four-month lows on October 26. This week, the Nifty is down 3.51%, on course for the worst week in 16 months. Asian markets rose in morning trade, with the MSCI Asia ex-Japan index adding 0.8%. Wall Street, meanwhile, equities closed lower overnight on mixed economic data and weak earnings. Brent crude futures hovered around $88.50 per barrel, after sliding in the previous session. Crude prices have been volatile since the Israel-Hamas clashes began. Brent Crude rose from $84.50 on Oct. 6 to $93 per barrel on October 20, before easing over the last week. Stocks to watch: Reliance Industries, Cipla, Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Maruti Suzuki India, SBI Life Insurance, Bajaj Finserv. Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues