Global Markets Preview: Key Indicators to Watch in Today's Trading Session
Indian Equity Market Outlook
Key Figures
- Sensex: 83,294.66 (up 479.95 points or 0.58% from previous close)
- Nifty: 25,713 (up 141.75 points or 0.55% from previous close)
- GIFT Nifty: 25,614.50 (trading lower)
Global Market Update
The Indian equity market is expected to start the day on a negative note, following gains in the previous session. Asian equities are trading higher despite renewed tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump and concerns about artificial intelligence disruption.
Global Indices
- Dow Jones Industrial Average: down 821.91 points or 1.66% to 48,804.06
- S&P 500: down 71.76 points or 1.04% to 6,837.75
- Nasdaq Composite: down 258.80 points or 1.13% to 22,627.27
Currency and Bond Market
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The U.S. Dollar Index showed little change against major currencies in early trade. The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield increased by 1 basis point to 4.04%, while the U.S. 2-year Treasury yield rose by 1 basis point to 3.44%.
Commodity Market
- Crude Oil: steadied as Trump announced his preference for a nuclear deal with Iran
- Gold: steadied after four days of gains, driven by heightened uncertainty over U.S. trade policy and Middle East tensions
Fund Flow Update
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned net buyers on February 23, purchasing equities worth ₹3,843 crore. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,292 crore.
Investor Takeaway
Investors should be cautious of the negative start to the trading session.
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