Stock Market Update: Nifty 50 opens up by 0.45%, Sensex by 0.38%

On Monday, 20th October, Dalal Street began its trading session on a positive note, with the NIFTY 50 trading at 25,824.60, up by 0.45%, and the SENSEX up by 0.38% at 84,269.30 in the pre-trading session.Global cuesThe Asian markets traded in green, driven by earnings optimism, and investors are awaiting key economic data from China.The U.S. markets gained, driven by a strong start to Q3 corporate earnings.Gift NiftyOn October 20, 2025, the GIFT Nifty traded in green, fuelled by strong capital inflows and global cues.Asian Markets ASIAN MARKETSLTPPrev close1D ChangeGIFT NIFTY25,960.0025,601.000.16%Nikkei 22548,970.4047,582.152.92%Hang Seng25,875.9825,247.112.49%Taiwan27,715.3627,302.371.51%KOSPI3,799.463,748.891.35% The Nikkei 225 gained over the expectations on Sanae Takaichi to become the next Prime Minister of Japan.Hang Seng traded in green after China’s GDP rose to 4.8% in the July-to-September period.Taiwan’s TAIEX market traded positively, driven by the gains in other Asian markets.KOSPI continued to stay positive after the Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol’s statement on the economic recovery of the nation.US & European Markets US MARKETSLTPPrev close1D ChangeDOW JONES46,211.6145,973.250.52%S&P 5006,729.256,714.500.22%Nasdaq22,9991.2522,911.500.35% The Wall Street recovered the losses after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that he would have talks with his Chinese trade counterpart on Friday evening. EU MARKETSLTPPrev close1D ChangeFTSE9,354.579,436.09-0.86%CAC8,174.208,188.59-0.18%DAX23,830.9924,272.19-1.82% The FTSE dropped after weakness in banking stocks and global growth concerns.CAC traded lower on losses in the Financials, Industrial, and Technology sectors.DAX closed lower due to the losses by Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank.Commodities COMMODITIESLTP ($)Prev close1D ChangeBRENT CRUDE61.090061.2900-0.33%GOLD4,262.31004,250.15000.29%CRUDE OIL57.390057.5400-0.26%NATURAL GAS3.76703.61204.11%SILVER52.157051.79300.70% Crude oil prices dropped after the oversupply concerns, renewed US-China trade tensions, and geopolitical developments.Precious metals, such as gold, gained as investors are closely monitoring upcoming talks between the U.S and China.Natural gas prices gained after Atmospheric G2 projected below-normal temperatures in key regions from October 22–31, including the Northeast, West Coast, and Southeast.Currency Movements CURRENCYLTPPrev close1D ChangeDOLLAR INDEX98.460098.4300-0.03%USD/INR87.970087.8300-0.16%GBP/INR118.1804117.9956-0.16%EUR/INR102.9436102.3893-0.54% The Dollar index strengthened amid easing US-China trade tensions.The rupee weakened against its peers due to weak sentiment after the effects of last week's central bank-driven rally, importer demand, and a weaker tone across Asian currencies.Sectors to watchJewellery: With the rising demand for gold jewellery in Diwali 2025 and rising gold prices amid global uncertainties, the jewellery segment is a key sector to watch.Automobile: The automobile sector is likely to see a boost in sales during Diwali 2025.FMCG: The consumer demand for personal care and home care products during the festive season is likely to drive sales in the FMCG sector.Stocks to watchRPP Infra Projects: RPP Infra Projects received LoA from the National Academy of Defence Financial Management (NADFM) worth ₹125.92 crore for a new work order involving civil works for the construction of an office-cum-training building and residential accommodation of the staff.Ircon International: Ircon has received an order from Petronet LNG worth ₹360.3 crore for civil, structural, and underground (UG) works, including piling (Part-A), for the PDHPP plant with ethane and propane storage and handling facilities at Dahej, Gujarat.Marico: Marico has completed its acquisition of HW Wellness Solutions (True Elements). True Elements is now a wholly owned subsidiary of the company.Tata Power Company: Tata Power has temporarily suspended operations at its Mundra units till 30th November.FII and DII Inflows - 17th Oct 2025 CategoryBuy ValueSell ValueNet ValueDII16,860.3915,333.781,526.61FII/FPI 14,505.2714,196.29308.98 (The above numbers are in ₹ Cr)On 17th October, the net inflows of FII and DII were ₹ 1,835.59 crore. Both FIIs and DIIs stood as net buyers led by the positive sentiment due to the Diwali 2025 and strong corporate earnings.Global Events & UpdatesOn October 20, China will be releasing its Housing Price Index and Industrial Production data.Canada will be releasing the Bank of Canada's Business Outlook Survey today.The U.S is set to release its monthly CB Leading Index.Things to look out forSouth Korea’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined to 2.5% in September 2025.For September 2025, Singapore recorded a trade surplus of 5947.61 SGD Million. ReferencesStocks close higher as bank credit worries, China trade tensions easeFinance chief says Korean economy showing signs of 'vitality'Japan's Nikkei surges after Takaichi builds support for leadership bidDAX Down Over 2% As Credit Markets Worries Hurt SentimentNatural Gas News: Short-Covering Rally Builds as Forecasts Turn Colder

Stock Market Update: Nifty 50 opens up by 0.45%, Sensex by 0.38%

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