In Shorts
- Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, opened higher tracking strong global cues.
- The rally is driven by strengthened bets for a US Federal Reserve rate cut in September.
- Majority of sectoral indices traded in the green, with notable buying in metal and auto stocks.
MUMBAI – Indian stock markets kicked off the trading week on a resounding high, mirroring a robust upswing in global markets. Investor sentiment received a significant boost from strengthening expectations that the US Federal Reserve may begin cutting interest rates as early as September.
The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex opened strong, rallying over 400 points to touch an intraday high of 72,686.31. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty 50 climbed impressively, gaining 127 points to breach the 22,100 mark in early morning trades.
The bullish momentum is not an isolated event but part of a broader global rally. Wall Street indices closed Friday on a positive note after key US labor market data pointed to a cooling economy. This data is being interpreted by markets as a crucial signal that could prompt the Federal Reserve to ease its monetary policy stance sooner than anticipated.
“A confluence of global and domestic factors is driving the market today,” commented a senior market analyst. “The softer US jobs data has almost cemented a September rate cut by the Fed, which is extremely positive for emerging markets like India. We are seeing renewed FII interest, which is providing the necessary fuel for this rally.”
Sectorally, the gains were broad-based. The Nifty Metal index emerged as the top performer, surging over 2%, followed by strong buying interest in auto, media, and realty stocks. Banking heavyweights also contributed significantly to the index upmove.
While the initial surge was powerful, analysts advise investors to remain cautious and look for sustainable trends. “It’s a liquidity-driven jump on the back of global cues,” noted another expert. “The market direction for the rest of the week will depend on upcoming domestic inflation data and the final phase of general elections.”
As the trading day progresses, all eyes will be on whether the indices can hold onto these substantial early gains, setting a positive tone for the rest of the week.
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