Stock Market LIVE: Nifty Hints At Muted Open; Top Stocks to Watch
Good morning, welcome to our live market coverage. The GIFT Nifty was indicating a lackluster open for the NSE Nifty 50 index. Global equities surged, which may lend support to Indian benchmark indices. The Nifty 50 faced strong resistance at 26,000. The index will get support at 25,500. Traders will monitor developments in the trade negotiation between India and the US.
Narayana Hrudayalaya’s UK Acquisition
Narayana Hrudayalaya’s arm acquired a 100% stake in the UK-based Practice Plus Group Hospitals for £188.8 Million, the company said in the exchange filing. This move is expected to boost the company’s presence in the global healthcare market. Healthcare stocks have been in focus in recent times, and this acquisition is likely to have a positive impact on the company’s stock price.
ITC Vs Dabur: Q2 Results
India’s leading homegrown fast-moving consumer products (FMCG) giants, ITC Ltd and Dabur India, reported a steady performance despite headwinds during the July-Sept quarter for fiscal 2025-26 (Q2FY26). The FMCG majors have received fresh reviews and stock calls from domestic brokerages after the conclusion of the second quarter results. FMCG stocks have been a favorite among investors, and the Q2 results of these companies will be closely watched.
Meta Platforms Inc.’s Bond Sale
Meta Platforms Inc. found record-shattering demand for its bond sale on Thursday, even as its shares plunged, in a sign that bond investors are looking past any concerns about its artificial-intelligence spending plans. The company sold $30 billion of bonds, the largest high-grade US note sale since 2023, drawing the most ever orders at $125 billion. This move is expected to have a positive impact on the company’s stock price. Technology stocks have been in focus in recent times, and this bond sale is likely to have a positive impact on the sector.
Japan’s Benchmark Index
Japan’s benchmark index, the Nikkei 225, rose past a crucial level of 52,000 for the first time on Friday as upbeat earnings from megacap technology firms on Wall Street fueled bulls. The Nikkei 225 was trading 1.05% higher at 51,872 as of 7:11 a.m. The index rose to a new high of 52,39145 during the session. Global markets have been in focus in recent times, and this move is likely to have a positive impact on the Indian stock market.
GIFT Nifty and Nifty 50
The GIFT Nifty was trading flat at 26,041.50 as of 6:45 a.m., which implied a muted open for the benchmark Nifty 50 index. The Nifty ended in the green on Wednesday, closing above the 26,053 mark. At the close, the Sensex rose 368.97 points, or 0.44%, to 84,997.13, while the Nifty rose 117.70 points, or 0.45%, to 26,053.90. Nifty 50 stocks have been in focus in recent times, and the index is expected to remain volatile in the coming days.
Top Stocks in Focus
Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd., Larsen & Toubro Ltd., Steel Authority of India, Fino Payments Bank Ltd. shares will be in focus because of second-quarter results. Stock market news and updates will be closely watched by investors, and these stocks are expected to be in focus in the coming days.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Indian stock market is expected to remain volatile in the coming days. The Q2 results of various companies, global market trends, and trade negotiations between India and the US will be closely watched by investors. Investing tips and stock market analysis will be crucial for investors to make informed decisions.