Indian stock markets are poised for a promising start today, with the Gift Nifty showing an impressive 0.59% increase in early trading. This positive movement suggests that key indices like the Sensex and Nifty are set to open in the green. Here’s a rundown of essential global and domestic indicators that investors should consider before today’s trading session.
Market Recap: Previous Trading Session
In yesterday’s trading, Indian equity indices concluded on a down note. The Sensex fell by 315.06 points, or 0.39%, finishing at 79,801.43. Similarly, the Nifty experienced a decline of 82.25 points, or 0.34%, to end at 24,246.70.
Global Market Insights: April 25, 2025
Positive Momentum in Asian Markets
Asian markets opened positively today, buoyed by the upward trend on Wall Street, which marked its third consecutive day of gains. Notably, Japan’s Nikkei 225 climbed by 0.91%, while the Topix rose by 0.88%. South Korea also reported strong gains, with the Kospi increasing by 1.03% and the Kosdaq up by 0.6%. Meanwhile, Australian markets were closed for a holiday.
US Market Performance
The previous day saw robust growth in the US stock market, with technology stocks leading the charge. The Nasdaq Composite surged by 2.74%, closing at 17,166.04. The S&P 500 also performed well, rising 2.03% to finish at 5,484.77. Although the Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged slightly, it still managed a rise of 1.23%, closing at 40,093.40.
Currency Movements: The US Dollar Index
As of Friday morning, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which reflects the dollar’s strength against a basket of six major foreign currencies, was up 0.19% at 99.57. This index includes currencies like the British Pound, Euro, Swedish Krona, Japanese Yen, and Swiss Franc. The Indian Rupee saw a slight depreciation of 0.17%, ending at 85.26 against the dollar on April 24.
Crude Oil Prices on the Rise
Crude oil prices saw a modest uptick this morning, with both major benchmarks experiencing gains. WTI crude is trading at $63.05, reflecting a 0.40% increase, while Brent crude rose by 0.35% to reach $66.78.
Investment Trends: FII and DII Data
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their buying spree for the eighth consecutive session, investing Rs 8,250 crore on Thursday—marking their most significant single-day investment since March 27. Conversely, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) opted to book profits, selling shares worth Rs 534 crore.
Gold Prices Surge Amid Economic Uncertainty
Gold prices experienced a notable increase globally, with spot gold rising by $47.16, or 1.43%, to $3,335.50 per ounce. This rise comes as investors gravitate toward gold amid ongoing economic uncertainty and escalating geopolitical tensions.
In India, current gold rates according to Goodreturns show that 10 grams of 24-karat gold is priced at Rs 98,230, while 22-karat gold costs Rs 90,040 for the same quantity. The price for 18-karat gold stands at Rs 73,670 for 10 grams.
Stay updated with the latest market trends and make informed investment decisions as the trading day unfolds!
