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Business Standard
19 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
GIFT Nifty signals firm start
GIFT Nifty: GIFT Nifty June 2025 futures were trading 41.50 points higher in early trade, suggesting a positive opening for the Nifty 50. Institutional Flows: Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth 934.62 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 605.97 crore in the Indian equity market on 19 June 2025, provisional data showed. According to NSDL data, FPIs have sold shares worth Rs 10710.25 crore in the secondary market during June 2025. This follows their purchase of shares worth Rs 18082.82 crore in May 2024. Global Markets: US Dow Jones futures were down 156 points, signaling a weak start for Wall Street. Wall Street was closed on Thursday for the Juneteenth holiday. Asian stocks traded mixed Friday as investors assessed China data and monitored escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump is now weighing on whether to back the Israeli military and strike Tehran. The White House said that he will make a final decision within the next two weeks. Japan's core consumer price index (CPI), which excludes volatile fresh food costs, rose 3.7% in May from a year earlier, data showed on Friday, accelerating from a 3.5% increase in April. China kept its benchmark lending rates unchanged Friday. The Peoples Bank of China held the 1-year loan prime rate at 3.0% and 5-year LPR at 3.5%, according to a statement Friday. Domestic Market: Key equity benchmarks ended with marginal losses Thursday, marking the third straight session of decline, as investor sentiment remained shaky due to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Adding to the caution, the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady also weighed on global cues. The S&P BSE Sensex shed 82.79 points or 0.10% to 81,361.87. The Nifty 50 index fell 18.80 points or 0.08% to 24,793.25. The Sensex and the Nifty have fallen 0.53% and 0.61%, respectively, in three sessions.
India Today
4 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Explained: Why Dalal Street hasn't panicked amid ongoing Iran–Israel conflict
The Iran–Israel conflict rattled global markets last week, briefly dragging down Indian equities. But the panic was short-lived. On Monday, the Nifty and Sensex rebounded sharply, reflecting the Street's growing comfort with geopolitical uncertainty, and its continued focus on domestic markets did slip in the immediate aftermath of the conflict, investors quickly shifted back to buying, taking cues from stabilising oil prices and strong domestic the escalation of the Iran–Israel conflict, globally stock markets are steady and resilient," said Dr. VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Financial Services. "The decline in the US volatility index CBOE suggests that markets are unlikely to correct sharply unless the conflict takes a dramatic turn for the worse." The early days of the flare-up did trigger a risk-off mood as oil prices spiked and equities slid. But with no disruption to energy supplies or trade flows through critical chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz, those fears quickly eased.'Global markets often behave contrary to mainstream expectations, and the recent escalation between Israel and Iran is a textbook example,' said Harshal Dasani, Business Head at INVasset PMS. 'While the initial reaction was a spike in oil prices and a flight to safety, the absence of direct supply disruptions... quickly settled nerves.'advertisement'As clarity emerged and worst-case scenarios were ruled out, markets bounced back,' he added. 'Investors are again viewing dips as opportunities, with capital rotating into domestic themes that are largely insulated from global geopolitical shocks.'RETAIL INVESTORS BUY THE DIPBack home, domestic liquidity once again cushioned the fall. Over four sessions of FII selling worth Rs 8,080 crore, DIIs stepped in with a far stronger Rs 19,800 crore in net buying, fuelled by steady retail flows.'The main contributor to the market resilience is the retail investors using every dip in the market as a buying opportunity,' said Vijayakumar. 'Valuations do not appear to deter retail investors. Sustained retail funds flows, mainly through SIPs, are empowering the DIIs to buy consistently.'Even as war headlines dominated, Indian markets stayed grounded in local drivers. 'We're seeing renewed strength in internal consumption-driven sectors—especially energy, power, defence, and capital expenditure-linked plays,' Dasani said. These themes, he added, 'benefit from long-term policy support, strong demand visibility, and minimal dependence on external macro conditions.'Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit, said large-cap stocks led Monday's recovery. 'Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, the market moved higher, supported by gains in large-cap stocks, as investors maintained their focus on long-term fundamentals,' he said. However, he flagged that small-cap stocks may underperform in the near term due to high valuations and lack of short-term and gas stocks were among the biggest gainers, thanks to crude stabilisation. IT stocks also rallied, ahead of the US Fed's rate guidance this REMAINSWhile markets may have shrugged off the worst-case scenarios, the risk hasn't entirely vanished. As Dasani pointed out, 'Every fresh negative headline may cause temporary jitters, but the broader trend remains bullish. As long as geopolitical risks remain contained and don't evolve into systemic shocks, markets will continue to absorb such events.'Vijayakumar also offered a word of caution: 'Even while exercising some caution, it makes sense to remain invested in this market and to buy the dips.' With the Nifty finding support around 24,500 and facing resistance near 25,000, traders and investors alike are watching the next global trigger but staying the course.(Disclaimer: The views, opinions, recommendations, and suggestions expressed by experts/brokerages in this article are their own and do not reflect the views of the India Today Group. It is advisable to consult a qualified broker or financial advisor before making any actual investment or trading choices.)Must Watch
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Stock market today: Nifty50 above 24,900; BSE Sensex opens on a choppy note
The ongoing Israel-Iran situation will keep defence and oil-related stocks under observation. (AI image) Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex , the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened on a choppy note on Tuesday. While Nifty50 was above 24,900, BSE Sensex was near 81,750. At 9:18 AM, Nifty50 was trading at 24,933.10, down 13 points or 0.054%. BSE Sensex was at 81,743.28, down 53 points or 0.065%. The ongoing Israel-Iran situation will keep defence and oil-related stocks under observation, whilst sectors connected to monsoon such as fertilisers, agro-chemicals, and rural FMCG may gain traction due to forecasts of above-average rainfall. VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited says, 'Despite the escalation of the Iran-Israel conflict globally stock markets are steady and resilient. The decline in the US volatility index CBOE suggests that markets are unlikely to correct sharply unless the conflict takes a dramatic turn for the worse. The main contributor to the market resilience is the retail investors using every dip in the market as a buying opportunity. Valuations do not appear to deter retail investors. During the last 4 trading days after the conflict started FIIs sold stocks for Rs 8080 crores. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 청담동 원장님이 말하는 "얼굴 기미" 해결하는 법 두아이연구원 Undo This FII selling has been completely eclipsed by DII buying of Rs 19800 crores. Sustained retail funds flows, mainly through SIPs, are empowering the DIIs to buy consistently. 'Nifty has support at 24500 level and is likely to face resistance at 25000 level. Even while exercising some caution, it makes sense to remain invested in this market and to buy the dips." US markets finished positively on Monday, as petroleum prices declined after Israel-Iran confrontations left oil production and distribution undisturbed, reducing worries about inflation from higher energy costs. Asian equities declined, with marginal gains in Japanese and South Korean markets, following Wall Street's positive session where the S&P 500 advanced approximately 1%, surpassing 6,000. The US dollar strengthened slightly on Tuesday, whilst most currencies remained within narrow ranges as investors remained cautious about Middle East tensions and anticipated upcoming central bank meetings. Oil prices increased more than 2% on Tuesday as tensions between Iran and Israel escalated, with US President Donald Trump calling for evacuation of Tehran, raising concerns about regional stability and oil supply disruptions. FPIs were net sellers of Rs 2,539 crore on Monday, whilst DIIs purchased shares worth Rs 5,781 crore net. FII net short positions in futures decreased from Rs 1.04 lakh crore on Friday to Rs 1.01 lakh crore on Monday. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Markets snap two-day losing streak, shrug off Israel-Iran conflict
Snapping their two-day losing streak, benchmark indices rose on Monday, driven by gains in banking and technology heavyweights, shrugging off the Iran-Israel conflict. Continued buying by domestic institutional investors (DIIs) also helped underpin gains. Most global markets also ended positive, stoking concerns that traders may be undermining the implications of West Asia tensions. The BSE Sensex closed the session at 81,796, up 678 points or 0.8 per cent, while the NSE Nifty rose to 24,947, gaining 228 points or 0.9 per cent. The total market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms increased by ₹3.3 trillion, reaching ₹451 trillion. DIIs were net buyers of equities worth ₹5,781 crore, while foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares worth ₹2,539 crore. DIIs have been net buyers for 20 consecutive sessions, purchasing shares worth ₹94,500 crore. This marks the longest buying spree since the 29-day period of continuous buying that ended on March 19. HDFC Bank, which rose 0.9 per cent, was the biggest contributor to the Sensex, followed by Infosys, which gained 1.4 per cent. HDFC Bank's stocks rose after Jefferies named the private lender its top pick in a report, citing benefits from easing regulations, lower interest rates, and improved credit growth. The gains were partly attributed to a "buying the dip" strategy, as the stock had declined over 3 per cent the previous week. Despite ongoing attacks between Iran and Israel, crude oil prices stabilised as oil production facilities remained unaffected. The conflict has not yet led to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which handles approximately one-fifth of the world's daily crude shipments. Brent crude was trading below $74, down 1.9 per cent. Gold prices declined by 0.5 per cent, trading at $3,413 per ounce. Analysts expect investors to continue their "buying the dip" approach as long as the conflict does not escalate further and other countries remain uninvolved. "Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, the market moved higher, supported by gains in largecap stocks. Investors maintained their focus on long-term fundamentals amid volatile conditions. Geopolitical developments in West Asia are likely to influence near-term market sentiment, with any signs of de-escalation being closely monitored. Smallcap stocks are expected to underperform in the short term, given their elevated valuations and lack of short-term catalysts," said Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Financial Services. The market breadth was weak, with 2,151 stocks declining and 1,944 advancing. All but three Sensex stocks gained. Reliance Industries rose 0.76 per cent, and Bharti Airtel gained 1.04 per cent, contributing significantly to Sensex's gains. Tata Motors fell 3.8 per cent — most among Sensex and Nifty components -- after projecting financial year 2026 operating margins of 5 per cent-7 per cent for its luxury unit JLR, below its earlier target of 10 per cent. "The market's resilience amid lingering geopolitical tensions is encouraging. However, participants should remain cautious and not get carried away by a single-day rebound, especially as the index approaches the upper band of its current consolidation range, i.e., the 25,000–25,200 zone. We recommend maintaining a stock-specific trading approach, given the mixed trends across sectors, with a preference for relatively less volatile counters," said Ajit Mishra, SVP of Research at Religare Broking.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Despite record FPI outflows, Nifty 50 surges 5% in 2025: Details
Despite foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) pulling out $10.6 billion from Indian equities in 2025 — the highest outflows among Asian markets — the Nifty 50 has rallied over 5% year-to-date. This unexpected resilience in Indian equities is being powered by record-breaking inflows from domestic institutional investors (DIIs), mainly mutual funds, who have invested over $36.1 billion this year alone. While FPIs have remained cautious amid global uncertainties — including volatile oil prices, high Indian market valuations, and geopolitical tensions — DIIs have stepped in to drive the market forward. With consistent contributions from retail investors, Indian mutual fund assets under management (AUM) surpassed ₹70 lakh crore in May, marking a significant shift in market dynamics. This growing domestic participation is not just plugging the gap left by FPI exits — it's changing the structure of ownership in Indian markets. For the first time, DII holdings in Nifty-500 companies have surpassed FPI holdings, reflecting a stronger homegrown investment base. Analysts suggest that India's stable inflation outlook, strong economic fundamentals, and rising retail investor engagement are key drivers behind this outperformance. Over the past decade, DIIs have pumped in nearly $195 billion — nearly four times the FPI inflows of $53 billion during the same period. Still, uncertainty looms. Further FPI outflows may occur if crude oil prices rise due to escalating Middle East tensions or if global central banks maintain elevated interest rates. Moreover, cheaper valuations in China and other Asian markets might attract FPI attention elsewhere. Nevertheless, India's stock market continues to defy global trends, underpinned by its strong domestic investor base and structural economic strength.
