Pre-Market Report: Flat to Muted Start Expected for Indian Markets

Global Market Cues

Global markets displayed a mixed performance overnight and in early Asian trade. In the United States, major indices ended Monday's session with modest gains. The US500 rose by 0.19%, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all closing slightly higher, largely shrugging off renewed concerns about trade tariffs. However, US futures were seen trading marginally down or mixed in early Tuesday hours.

European markets showed divergence on July 14, 2025. The Euro Area's main stock market index (EU50) declined by 0.53%. While the FTSE 100 registered gains, the DAX and CAC 40 indices experienced declines.

In Asian markets this morning, the trend was largely mixed. Japan's Nikkei 225 remained mostly flat, while the Topix index saw a slight uptick. South Korea's Kospi index declined, though the Kosdaq edged up. Investors across Asia are keenly awaiting the release of China's Q2 GDP data.

GIFT Nifty and Domestic Cues

The GIFT Nifty is currently trading around the 25,171 to 25,178 mark, indicating a flat to marginally positive or muted start for the Indian benchmark Nifty 50 on Tuesday. As of 6:40 a.m. IST, GIFT Nifty was up 15 points at 25,167. This suggests that despite a four-day losing streak for Indian indices, the market may attempt to stabilize.

On the domestic front, Indian benchmark equity indices extended their losses for a fourth consecutive session on Monday. The Nifty 50 closed 0.27% lower at 25,082.3, and the BSE Sensex declined 0.3% to 82,253.46. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) have continued to be net sellers in July, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) have provided support as net buyers, cushioning potential downside.

Key Stocks in Focus

• Companies issuing bonus shares between July 14-18, 2025, such as Ashok Leyland, Samvardhana Motherson, Motherson Sumi Wiring, IFGL Refractories, and Anuh Pharma, could see increased investor interest.
• Companies scheduled to announce their Q1 results, including GM Breweries, HDB Financial Services, and HDFC Life Insurance, will be closely watched. HCLTech's Q1 results, already out, missed EBIT margin estimates.

Key Events to Watch Today

• US Core CPI Numbers: The United States is set to release its core Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, which will be a significant indicator for global inflation trends and central bank policy expectations.
• Europe Industrial Production: Europe will release its industrial production data, providing insights into the economic health of the Eurozone.
• China Q2 GDP Data: China's Q2 GDP figures are highly anticipated and could influence global market sentiment, particularly across Asian equities.
• India Unemployment Rate & Trade Deficit: India is scheduled to release its Unemployment Rate for June and the government's trade deficit figures for the same month. While not typically market-moving, these provide economic context.

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