Stock Market Today: Thursday Watch — Bracing for Turbulence Amid Trade Tensions
Good morning, traders! Buckle up — Thursday might not be as smooth as it looks. While the markets ended in the green yesterday, expect a sharp reaction today as sentiment sours following President Trump’s 25% tariff bomb on Indian goods. Yes, again. And just as investors were hoping for a break, the Federal Reserve held rates steady with no real hint of a September cut. Cue the global anxiety.
GIFT Nifty is pointing to a muted-to-weak start, and foreign investors are still pulling out — not a great sign. Even strong earnings from companies like L&T might not be enough to hold up sentiment today.
Feeling unsure? You’re not alone. It’s a day to tighten your stop-losses, stay in defensive sectors like pharma, energy, and realty, and avoid the FOMO trades. Volatility is likely your only guarantee. So, what’s your play for today?
The Indian Stock Market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty opened on RED note at 24,661.00 with −194.05 points, Whereas Sensex opened on a RED and flat note at 80,877.85 with −603.27 from previous session.
The market may fall hard today, as the investors sentimnets are hurt by the Trump’s tariff imposition of 25% on India. The Indian Stock Market was trusted to be a safe ground to play for the investors, but after the imposition of tariff, the mood is not fine these days!
Global Markets | Powell Pauses, Trump Strikes — Will Markets Flinch Today?
Wall Street had a case of mood swings on Wednesday. First, Fed Chair Jerome Powell did what he does best — speak carefully and crush September rate cut hopes without saying it outright. The Fed kept rates unchanged, citing a solid labor market and “somewhat elevated” inflation, though two dissenting governors suggest all’s not well in rate-land.
Just as markets were processing that, President Trump added spice to the stew by slapping a 25% tariff on Indian goodseffective August 1. That’s right — trade tensions are back on the front burner, and investors worldwide are gripping their coffee cups nervously.
The Dow dropped 172 pointsthe S&P slipped slightlyand somehow, the Nasdaq ended higher (probably still riding the AI wave).
So traders — will today’s market melt like ghee on a hot pan, or hold steady? Stay alert. With Powell on pause and Trump on attack, the next move could be wild.
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The market sentiments are heavily influenced by many things happening around the world. From geopolitical tensions to investor sentiments, all these factors are affects the Indian stock market.
After The Stock Market Opened, Here Are The Top Gainers And Top Losers On NSE List Today- (According to early trading session)
Top Gainers: (AT 9:20 AM)
Top Losers:
Market Wrap Wednesday | Nifty Ends at 24,850 on Expiry Day Jitters, Sensex Adds 144 Points
F&O expiry brought the drama, and the markets didn’t disappoint! Despite the volatility, the bulls managed a mild win. On July 30, Nifty closed at 24,855up 34 pointsand Sensex gained 144 points to end at 81,481. Mid and smallcaps? Just about kept up with marginal gains.
IT, FMCG, and capital goods showed up in hero mode, keeping the indices afloat, while auto, PSU banks, and realty decided to take the day off, each slipping 0.5%.
Winners’ club included L&T, Tata Consumer, NTPC, Sun Pharmaand Maruti—the usual suspects when markets need saving. Meanwhile, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp, Power Gridand Bajaj car hit the brakes.
So, how did your portfolio handle the expiry-day turbulence?
(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as an investment advice. Prior to making an investment, conduct thorough research and consult with your financial advisor.)
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