The Indian stock market is expected to open higher on Friday, following a rally in global markets. The domestic equity market indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to see a positive start as Asian markets traded higher and the US stock market ended with strong gains overnight.
Asian markets showed positive momentum, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 jumping 2.26% and South Korea’s Kospi gaining 2%. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index futures also indicated a higher opening. This positive sentiment was driven by strong economic data and increased bets for a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve.
In the US, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied 554.67 points, or 1.39%, while the S&P 500 rose 88.01 points, or 1.61%. The Nasdaq Composite ended 401.90 points, or 2.34%, higher. Retail sales data for July exceeded expectations, boosting investor confidence.
The dollar also saw gains against major peers, with the dollar index hovering near a two-week high. US Treasury yields surged after the strong economic data, with the yield on the benchmark 10-year note rising to 3.928%. Oil prices, however, traded lower in early Asian trading.
In India, the Sensex gained 149.85 points, or 0.19%, to close at 79,105.88, while the Nifty 50 settled 4.75 points, or 0.02%, higher at 24,143.75 on Wednesday. The market was closed on Thursday for Independence Day.
„We expect the market to continue to consolidate in the near term and take cues from global factors,“ said Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Retail Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.
Overall, the global market cues suggest a positive start for the Indian stock market indices. Investors are advised to stay informed and consult with certified experts before making any investment decisions. Stay updated with the latest business news, market news, and breaking news events by downloading The Mint News App for daily market updates.