As we approach the trading week starting Monday, February 10, 2025, several key factors are poised to influence the Indian stock markets. Here’s a concise overview to keep you informed:
1. RBI’s Recent Rate Cut
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently reduced interest rates by 25 basis points, marking the first cut in nearly five years. This move aims to stimulate economic growth. However, the absence of additional liquidity measures has led to mixed reactions in the financial markets.
2. Upcoming Modi-Trump Meeting
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on February 12-13. Discussions are expected to cover economic and geopolitical topics. Investors will be attentive to any announcements that could impact bilateral trade and market sentiment.
3. Q3FY25 Earnings Reports
- The upcoming week will see the third-quarter results of over 2,000 companies. However, the most closely watched earnings are likely to be those of Eicher Motors, EIH Associated Hotels, Escorts Kubota, Signature Global, Varun Beverages, Vodafone Idea, Ircon International, IRCTC, Lupin, MOIL, NBCC, SAIL, Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL), and RVNL, among others.
4. Global Market Trends
- Movements in global markets, especially in the U.S., will play a crucial role. Factors such as U.S. economic data releases, Federal Reserve policies, and geopolitical developments will be closely monitored.
5. Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) Activity
- The actions of FIIs, whether as net buyers or sellers, significantly influence market liquidity and direction. Recent trends indicate cautious behavior, and their activities this week will be pivotal.
6. Technical Analysis
- The Nifty 50 index has shown volatility, with immediate support level around 23,450, pivotal support at 23350-23265 and resistance near 23,800. A sustained move above 23,700 could lead to testing higher resistance zones, while a dip below 23,450 may signal further downside.
7. Rupee Exchange Rates
- The rupee closed on Friday near its life time weakest at 87.593 after the RBI cut rates by 0.25% to 6.25%. The RBI revised its FY25 GDP growth forecast down to 6.4% (from 6.6%) and projected 6.7% for FY26, citing an investment-led recovery. It remains to be seen how INR and stock market behaves in this coming week.
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-Team Market Mint
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