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Nifty50 Soars Above 25,100 as BSE Sensex Gains Over 250 Points: A Bright Start for Indian Markets

Indian Equity Benchmarks Open in Green

On Wednesday, the Indian equity benchmark indices, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, opened in green, signaling a positive start for the markets. Nifty50 was observed trading above 25,100, while BSE Sensex gained over 250 points, showcasing investor confidence.

Stock market today: Nifty50 opens above 25,100; BSE Sensex up over 250 points

Market Analysts Weigh In

Analysts suggest that the markets may remain range-bound in the short term, with corporate earnings taking the spotlight. The trading activity is anticipated to be influenced by company-specific developments as more firms unveil their financial results.

Global Market Resilience

VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments Limited, highlighted the resilience of equity markets globally, citing the S&P 500's 11th new record high for 2025 as a testament to the market's direction and strength.

Focus on Banking and Digital Stocks

The early Q1 results have brought attention to the improving prospects of banking and digital stocks, with a particular focus on high-quality private sector banks and digital companies showing steady growth potential.

International Market Trends

US equities ended mixed, with notable movements from General Motors and Tesla, while Asian equities opened higher following positive developments in US-Japan trade relations. Gold prices also saw a significant rise, reaching a five-week high.

Investment Trends

Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, whereas domestic institutional investors made net purchases, indicating a mixed sentiment among different investor classes.