Global Tailwinds Lift Markets as Gift Nifty Hints at a Strong Opening
The Indian stock market is set for a positive start on Tuesday as global cues turn increasingly supportive. The Gift Nifty, which acts as an early indicator for domestic sentiment, traded around 23,466, nearly 38 points above the previous Nifty futures close. This premium suggests optimistic early buying interest for both the Nifty 50 and Sensex.
Investors expect markets to extend the recovery seen recently, especially as indices bounce back from oversold zones.
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US–Iran Tensions Remain a Threat to Sentiment
While markets are attempting to stabilize, geopolitical tensions remain a lingering risk.
A series of drone and rocket attacks targeted the US Embassy in Baghdad, escalating uncertainty in the Middle East. The latest events have prompted caution among global traders even as equity markets show resilience.
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Markets extended their recovery for the second straight session on Tuesday, supported by value buying and relatively stable global cues, though volatility remained high. The Nifty 50 opened on a firm note and largely moved within a range for most of the day.
However, the buying momentum strengthened in the second half, helping the index close at 23,581.15, up 0.74% for the day.
At its peak, the company was valued at ₹8.37 lakh crore.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Infosys Share Price Drops 3%
Shares of Infosys, the country’s second-largest software services firm, slipped nearly 3% in Tuesday’s session, falling to ₹1,215 — the lowest level since April 2023.
In less than two months, the continued sell-off has wiped out ₹1,72,530 crore from its market capitalisation, pushing it below the ₹5 lakh crore level to around ₹4.92 lakh crore at today’s low.
At its peak, the company was valued at ₹8.37 lakh crore.
Stock Market Today LIVE: SpiceJet seeks relief on ₹144 crore Maran payment
Budget airline SpiceJet informed the Delhi High Court that it is facing a serious liquidity crunch and cannot deposit the ₹144.5 crore mandated in its arbitration case with media baron Kalanithi Maran and KAL Airways.
The airline told Justice Subramonium Prasad that nearly 40% of its flights to Gulf routes have been cancelled due to the ongoing war, worsening its financial strain. SpiceJet has filed a fresh plea seeking relief from the earlier directive requiring payment within six weeks.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Global market update
Global markets remained mixed on Tuesday, with sentiment improving slightly after easing oil prices helped Wall Street post its strongest session since the start of the Iran conflict.
Across Asia, Japan’s Tokyo Nikkei 225 slipped 0.1%, while South Korea’s South Korea Kospi jumped 1.6%. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng inched up 0.1%, whereas China’s China Shanghai Composite fell 0.9%. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 gained 0.4% after its central bank raised rates to 4.1%. Taiwan’s Taiex climbed 1.5%, and India’s Sensex added 0.6% in early trade.
On Wall Street, the S&P 500 rose 1%, its best performance in five weeks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 0.8%, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.2%.
Much of the market movement continues to revolve around the surge in crude oil prices. With Iran nearly halting movement through the critical Strait of Hormuz — a route carrying almost one-fifth of global oil shipments — supply constraints have intensified, prompting oil producers to scale back output.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Robert Kiyosaki predicts gold at $35,000
Renowned financial author Robert Kiyosaki has issued another striking market forecast, warning that the “biggest bubble in history” may soon burst. He claims a post-crash rally could drive gold to $35,000, silver to $200, Bitcoin to $750,000, and Ethereum to $95,000 within a year of the next major financial meltdown. His predictions come amid rising geopolitical tensions and volatile global markets.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Central Mine Planning IPO GMP signals 13% listing pop
The upcoming IPO of Central Mine Planning & Design Institute is set to open this week, marking another divestment move by Coal India within three months. The strong response to the earlier IPO of Bharat Coking Coal Limited, which was subscribed over 143 times, has boosted sentiment.
The new issue is priced at ₹163–₹172 per share, and the grey market premium (GMP) has risen to ₹22, indicating a potential 12.8% listing gain if current trends continue.
Stock Market Today LIVE: European shares open steady
European markets opened flat on Tuesday as investors monitored the economic fallout of the ongoing Middle East conflict. The STOXX 600 held steady at 598.11, near a two-month low.
Defence stocks slipped 0.8%, while utilities gained 0.7%. Energy majors like Shell rose around 1% as crude oil prices stayed above $100 per barrel.
The sentiment remained cautious after fresh Iranian attacks on the UAE, keeping geopolitical risks elevated.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Paisalo Digital jumps 5% from day’s low
Paisalo Digital share price rebounded sharply on Tuesday. The stock, which fell to an intraday low of ₹33.55, surged 5% to hit ₹35.25 on strong buying support.
The recovery came after the company received an additional credit rating from Brickwork Ratings, which assigned a ‘BWR AA / Stable’ rating for its proposed ₹1,500 crore NCD issue.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Top most traded stocks on the NSE today
A number of stocks witnessed high trading activity on the NSE during Tuesday’s session. Vodafone Idea, Tata Silver Exchange Traded Fund, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals (MRPL), YES Bank, Eternal, ITI, Dharan Infra-EPC, Adani Power, Tata Gold Exchange Traded Fund, Suzlon Energy, and Bajel Projects emerged among the most actively traded stocks by volume.
Other highly traded counters included Nippon India Silver ETF, IDBI Bank, Jaiprakash Power Ventures, Filatex Fashions, Ola Electric Mobility, SEPC, R M Drip and Sprinklers Systems, Cyient DLM, and GTL Infrastructure, reflecting strong participation from retail and institutional investors.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Samvardhana Motherson share price jumps
Shares of Samvardhana Motherson rose around 2.5% after the company shared updates on its global acquisition strategy. Through its subsidiary, it is acquiring a majority stake in Yutaka Giken Co and a stake in Shinnichi Kogyo. It has also completed the full acquisition of Yutaka Autoparts India, strengthening its position in the global auto component market.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Gold, Silver rate today
Gold and silver prices edged higher as investors tracked the impact of Middle East tensions. Gains remained limited as markets stayed cautious ahead of key central bank decisions this week.
Stock Market Today LIVE: India bonds under pressure
Indian government bonds came under pressure as yields edged higher amid heavy state borrowing and elevated oil prices. The increased debt supply and rising crude rates are weighing on bond prices in early trade.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Adani Power share rallies 7.5% in 2 days
Adani Power shares continued their upward momentum, gaining over 2% today and 7.5% in the last two sessions. The rally is driven by a major order win and expectations of higher power demand amid rising summer temperatures.
Stock Market Today LIVE: IDBI Bank tumbles 19% in 2 sessions
IDBI Bank shares fell again after a sharp drop in the previous session, taking total losses to over 19% in just two days. The decline comes amid reports that the government may pause the divestment process due to weak bids. The stock is now nearing its 52-week low levels.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Bitcoin surges 4% to reclaim $75,000 level
Bitcoin jumped over 4%, crossing the $75,000 mark and hitting a six-week high. The rally was driven by improving risk sentiment, though prices later eased slightly. Other cryptocurrencies also gained, with Ether rising sharply and Solana, XRP posting strong moves.
Stock Market Today LIVE: REC announces 4th interim dividend
REC Ltd announced a fourth interim dividend of ₹3.20 per share for FY26. The record date is set for March 20, and the payout is expected by April 14. The stock traded slightly higher following the announcement.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Reliance signs $3 billion deal with Samsung C&T
Reliance Industries has signed a $3 billion deal with Samsung C&T to supply green ammonia over 15 years starting FY29. The move is seen as a major step in India’s clean energy push and could strengthen its position as a global exporter of green fuels.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Oil climbs over 2%
Oil prices rose more than 2%, recovering from earlier losses as supply concerns intensified. Brent moved close to $103, while WTI traded near $96, supported by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Ongoing geopolitical tensions are raising fears of supply shortages and higher inflation.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Redington share price falls over 5%
Redington shares dropped over 5% in early trade after the company reported disruptions in its Gulf operations due to the ongoing US–Iran tensions. The stock slipped to around ₹221, as shipment delays, higher costs, and restricted operations raised concerns over business performance.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Rupee falls 14 paise to 92.42
The rupee weakened to 92.42 against the US dollar, slipping 14 paise in early trade. The fall comes amid rising crude oil prices, continued FII outflows, and a strong US dollar. Investors are also cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision.
Stock Market Today LIVE: MCX gold, silver rate today
Gold and silver prices moved higher amid easing concerns over oil supply disruptions. On MCX, silver jumped 2% to ₹2,61,457/kg, while gold rose 0.8% to ₹1,56,996 per 10g. Global prices also remained firm as investors await key central bank decisions.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Indian equities to remain volatile
Markets are likely to stay volatile due to ongoing global uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. Experts say the recent rally was mainly driven by short-covering and may not last. Continuous FII selling, along with better opportunities in other Asian markets, could keep pressure on Indian equities in the near term.
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Stock Market Today LIVE: Sensex, Nifty open in the red
Indian markets opened slightly lower despite positive global cues, as investors remained cautious. Nifty slipped 24 points to 23,384, while Sensex dropped 80 points to 75,422, weighed down by rising crude prices, a strong US dollar, and ongoing Middle East tensions.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Bank Nifty Prediction
Bank Nifty closed strong on Monday, gaining 655 points to end at 54,413, showing buying interest at lower levels. The index faces resistance at 54,900–55,000, while support is seen around 54,000–53,900. A move above 55,000 could push the index towards 55,500 in the short term.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Nifty 50 Prediction
Nifty 50 may see a gradual recovery and could move towards 23,800, supported by oversold conditions. However, the broader trend remains weak, and any rise may face selling pressure. Volatility is still high, with India VIX above 21, keeping the market range-bound.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Nifty Options Data
Options data shows strong resistance at 23,500–23,700, where heavy call writing is seen, while support is placed at 23,200–23,000 due to put writing. Experts advise traders to stay cautious and wait for a clear breakout before taking fresh positions amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Sensex Prediction
Sensex is showing signs of recovery after forming a bullish candle on daily charts. Key support is placed at 75,200–75,000, while resistance is seen around 76,000–76,500. Experts suggest traders focus on level-based trading, as market conditions remain volatile and a break below 75,000 could weaken the trend.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Markets recover in previous session
Indian markets ended Monday on a strong note, led by buying in financial, auto, and FMCG stocks. The Sensex jumped 938 points to close at 75,502, while the Nifty 50 gained 257 points to settle at 23,408. Despite the rally, experts caution that volatility may continue due to ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising energy prices.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Crude Oil Prices
Crude oil prices jumped over 2%, recovering from the previous session’s decline as supply concerns intensified. Brent crude rose to $103.06, while WTI climbed to $96.28, mainly due to disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Bitcoin Price Today
Bitcoin surged close to a six-week high, touching around $74,500 as investor sentiment improved. However, it gave up some gains later. Despite the rise, Bitcoin is still nearly 40% below its October peak. Other cryptocurrencies also moved higher, with Ether jumping up to 10%, while Solana and XRP gained around 7%.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Gold Price Today
Gold prices remained largely steady near $5,000 an ounce as the US dollar weakened. Investors are closely watching the Middle East situation, especially concerns over oil supply disruptions. Crude prices rebounded after a brief dip, while global efforts continue to secure key supply routes like the Strait of Hormuz.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Pullback likely to continue; Sensex, Nifty form bullish candles
Sensex formed a bullish candle on daily charts, indicating continuation of the recovery. Nifty 50 also formed a bullish candle with shadows on both sides, showing buying interest from oversold areas. Heavy call writing was seen at 23,500 and 23,700 strikes, while put writing dominated at 23,200 and 23,000.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Nifty 50 to find support around 23,200 – 23,100
Nifty is showing short-term recovery after bouncing from the 22,950 support level. The index is now trading close to the 23,400–23,500 resistance zone. RSI near 30 shows oversold conditions, while MACD remains in negative territory, indicating cautious trend sentiment.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Nifty 50 to find support around 23,200 – 23,100
Nifty is showing short-term recovery after bouncing from the 22,950 support level. The index is now trading close to the 23,400–23,500 resistance zone. RSI near 30 shows oversold conditions, while MACD remains in negative territory, indicating cautious trend sentiment.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Wall Street indices end higher, led by AI-related stocks; Nasdaq rallies 1.2%
US markets closed sharply higher on Monday. The Dow Jones gained 0.83% to 46,946.41, S&P 500 jumped 1.01% to 6,699.38—its strongest one-day gain in a month—while the Nasdaq surged 1.22% to 22,374.18, boosted by AI stocks.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Nifty 50 to find support around 23,200 – 23,100
Nifty is showing short-term recovery after bouncing from the 22,950 support level. The index is now trading close to the 23,400–23,500 resistance zone. RSI near 30 shows oversold conditions, while MACD remains in negative territory, indicating cautious trend sentiment.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Asian markets trade higher; Kospi jumps 3%, Nikkei up 1%
Asian markets opened in the green, tracking Wall Street’s rally. Japan’s Nikkei 225 gained 0.75%, Topix up over 1%, South Korea’s Kospi surged 2.94%, while Kosdaq added 1.53%. Hang Seng futures also pointed to a positive opening.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Gift Nifty signals steady start for Nifty 50, Sensex
Gift Nifty traded around 23,457, holding a premium of about 28 points over Nifty futures’ previous close. This indicates a firm and steady start for the Indian market.
Stock Market Today LIVE: Sensex, Nifty likely to open higher on Tuesday
The Indian market is expected to extend its gains today, supported by strong global cues. However, geopolitical tensions due to the US–Iran conflict continue to create cautious sentiment. Gift Nifty trends indicate a positive opening for benchmark indices.