Stock Market Today
Stock Market Today: While we were sleeping the stock market predicted a happy morning, here’s what changed while all the invetors were sleeping!
The reason for Dalal Street’s morning happiness lies in events that occurred during our sleeping hours. US President Donald Trump, who has established himself as a tariff-threat specialist, finally declared a long-awaited pause. The tariff conflicts between countries now appear to be in their final stage and are likely to remain so for the present time.
Trump introduced an India–US trade agreement after speaking with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, establishing a new trade relationship between the two countries. The US government reduced its reciprocal tariff rates on Indian products from 25% to 18% after weeks of strong tariff-related statements. India completed its agreement with the United States by committing to remove both tariff and non-tariff restrictions on American products.
The market strategy that demanded tariff increases against opponents showing any sign of weakness has now failed. Markets showed their approval of this unexpected development. Global risk sentiment improved, Asian stock markets recorded gains, and Indian stock indices prepared for an upward move. Investors receive permission to buy as tariff threats lose their dominance.
Monday’s Market Recap
Indian equities snapped a two-day losing streak on Monday.
Sensex: Up 943.52 points (1.17%) to 81,666.46
Nifty 50: Gained 262.95 points (1.06%) to 25,088.40
The rally helped Nifty reclaim the crucial 25,000 level.
Trading around 25,937–25,939
Premium of nearly 795–797 points over previous Nifty futures close
Indicates a strong gap-up opening for Dalal Street
Japan:
Nikkei 225 surged 2.44%
Topix gained 1.94%
South Korea:
Kospi jumped over 5%, triggering a buy sidecar
Kosdaq rose 2.32%
Hong Kong:
Hang Seng index futures signalled a higher opening
Dow Jones: Up 1.05% at 49,407.66
S&P 500: Gained 0.54% to 6,976.44
Nasdaq: Advanced 0.56% to 23,592.11
Gainers:
Apple (+4.04%)
AMD (+4.03%)
Alphabet (+1.9%), hit a record high
Amazon (+1.5%)
SanDisk (+15.4%)
Micron Technology (+5.5%)
Losers:
Nvidia (-2.89%)
Microsoft (-1.61%)
ISM Manufacturing PMI:
Rose to 52.6 in January
Up from 47.9 in December
First expansion after 10 months
Highest level since August 2022
Precious Metals:
Gold rose 2.5% to $4,778.16/oz
Silver surged 4.3% to $82.69/oz
Crude Oil:
Brent crude up 0.1% at $66.36/barrel
WTI crude gained 0.2% to $62.24/barrel
Dollar Index: Steady at 97.50
Euro: Up 0.1% at $1.1804
Japanese Yen: Slightly stronger at 155.53 per dollar
The moment marks a unique occasion that concludes trade negotiations through actual agreements instead of threats. The United States has agreed to slash reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, down from 25%, reflecting a shift from pressure tactics toward building a partnership. India has responded by making a full commitment to eliminate all tariffs and non-tariff barriers affecting US imports.
The agreement establishes stronger trade relations between the two countries while providing investors with greater confidence in their business operations. Markets are treating this as a meaningful policy shift, as it creates a pathway for a potential relief rally. Optimism around reduced tariff barriers is already visible, with Dalal Street beginning to reflect these positive developments.
Nifty formed a bullish candle with an inside bar pattern.
Key Levels:
Immediate Support: 24,800–24,950
Resistance: 25,150–25,250
Major Hurdle: 25,300 (Call OI concentration)
A decisive move above the 200-DMA near 25,210 could confirm a short-term trend reversal.
Sensex formed a bullish candle on daily charts, indicating further upside.
Key Levels (Kotak Securities):
Support: 81,500 | 81,200
Resistance: 82,200 (200-day SMA), then 82,500
A fall below 81,200 could weaken bullish sentiment.
(With Inputs From Reuters)
Also Read: Markets On Fire: Did The India-US Trade Deal Just Trigger An 800-Point GIFT Nifty Explosion?
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