Stock Market Highlights: Sensex up over 300 pts, Nifty 50 ends above 25,150 after India-EU trade deal; IT, metals shine

Stock Market Highlights: Prashanth Tapse, Research Analyst, Senior Vice President of Research at Mehta Equities, said that despite today's rebound, Nifty 50's troubles seem to be far from over.

It would be interesting to see FII figures for today, especially after a good rebound play. This month, the sell figure has already crossed ₹40,700 crore mark.

"Technically, Nifty 50's next hurdle is seen at 25489 mark. Major hurdle at psychological 26,000 mark. Key make-or-break support at 24919 mark.

Long story short: Nifty 50 is not completely out of the woods yet," said Tapse.

ABFRL (CMP 61.99) 52 week low at 59.80

BATAINDIA (CMP 848.50) 52 week low at 838.95

CIPLA (CMP 1314) 52 week low at 1281.70

CONCOR (CMP 484.85) 52 week low at 472.75

AXISBANK (CMP 1322) 52-week high at ₹ 1333.20

HINDALCO (CMP 964) 52-week high at ₹ 985

HINDZINC (CMP 726.50) 52-week high at ₹ 733.00

JSWSTEEL (CMP 1223.20) 52-week high at ₹ 1230.40

NATIONALUM (CMP 385.40) 52-week high at ₹ 385.90

TATASTEEL (CMP 193.10) 52-week high at ₹ 193.14

TECHM (CMP 1748) 52-week high at ₹ 1749.00

M&M (-4.25%)

ASIANPAINTS (-2.80%)

KOTAKBANK (-2.58%)

MAXHEALTH (-1.64%)

MARUTI (-1.50%)

ADANIENT (+5.30%)

AXISBANK (+5.09%)

JSWSTEEL (+4.55%)

ADANIPORTS (+4.33%)

GRASIM (+3.66%)

1. The positive takeaway: Nifty closed above its 200-DMA at 25,154 and remains comfortably above the key psychological 25,000 mark.
2. India VIX however stayed elevated at 14.22, signalling continued volatility.
3. Helping sentiments were also overnight strong Wall Cues where the S&P 500 is just 50 points shy of the 7,000 milestone, and the Dow is lurking near its lifetime highs, keeping Wall Street firmly in risk-on mode.
4. The street is now eager to hear what Fed Chair Jerome Powell has to say at the conclusion of this Wednesday’s, Federal Open Market Committee meeting.

Stock Market LIVE: The rupee finished stronger due to a weaker dollar and the European Union's trade agreement providing some relief. The rupee closed at 91.72 per dollar, up 0.2% from its closing level on Friday.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Sensex climbed 319.78 points to settle at 81,857.48; Nifty 50 surged 126.75 points to 25,175.40.

Stock Market Today LIVE: European shares started the day on a positive note on Tuesday, as investors responded to the European Union's significant trade agreement with India and prepared for a wave of corporate earnings reports.

Just twenty minutes after the market opened, the pan-European Stoxx 600 had gained 0.3%, with the majority of sectors and major exchanges showing gains.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Asian Paints Q3 results

1. Net Profit Down 4.8% At ₹1,074 Cr Vs ₹1,128.4 Cr (YoY)
2. Revenue Up 3.7% At ₹8,867 Cr Vs ₹8,549.4 Cr (YoY)
3. EBITDA Up 8.8% At ₹1.781 Cr Vs ₹1,637 Cr (YoY)
4. Margin At 20.1% Vs 19.1% (YoY)
5. One-time Exceptional Loss At ₹158 Cr

Stock Market Today LIVE: According to Bloomberg reports,

• To eliminate tariffs on 90% of EU Goods
• To eliminate Pharma, Machinery, Chem Tariffs
• Propose zero tariffs on Iron & Steel Products
• Lower tariff on 250,000 vehicles a year quota
• Deal removes, cuts high tariffs on EU Agri Food Products
• 20% -30% tariff on Wine, 40% on Spirit, Beer 50%

Stock Market Today LIVE: Q3 results

1. Net Profit Up 36.3% At ₹384.5 Cr Vs ₹282 Cr (YoY)
2. Revenue Up 15% At ₹5,112 Cr Vs ₹4,443.5 Cr (YoY)
3. EBITDA Up 27.7% At ₹721.3 Cr Vs ₹564.7 Cr (YoY)
4. Margin At 14.1% Vs 12.7% (YoY)

Stock Market Today LIVE: Raymond announces its Q3 results

1. Net Profit Down 90.3% At ₹7 Cr Vs ₹72.3 Cr (YoY)
2. Revenue Up 19.6% At ₹557.2 Cr Vs ₹466 Cr (YoY)
3. EBITDA Up 54.60% At ₹60 Cr Vs ₹38.8 Cr (YoY)
4. Margin At 10.8% Vs 8.3% (YoY)

Stock Market Today LIVE: According to PTI reports, India and the European Union discussed potential methods for integrating their defense supply chains during a meeting aimed at strengthening their bilateral strategic relationship. This topic was a key point of discussion in a meeting between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Kaja Kallas, the EU’s chief of foreign and security affairs.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Asian shares were predominantly up on Tuesday following a rise in US stock indices, supported by solid earnings reports from several companies. The price of gold retreated from its peak, falling 0.2% to USD 5,071.70. Silver dropped by 5.1%, reaching USD 109.66 per ounce. In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 increased by 0.6%, closing at 53,188.39.

Stock Market Today LIVE: According to Prashanth Tapse, Research Analyst, Senior Vice President of Research at Mehta Equities, Indian markets are likely to remain on a high-volatility trajectory, with sharp stock-specific and sector-specific moves dominating broader index trends in the near term.

Stock Market Today LIVE: According to Prashanth Tapse, Research Analyst, Senior Vice President of Research at Mehta Equities, Indian equity markets are entering a phase of event-driven volatility, with multiple macro and policy triggers converging in the same week.

Investor focus remains firmly on the India–EU FTA developments, which could influence sectoral narratives around manufacturing, exports, autos, and textiles, while markets also begin to price in expectations ahead of Union Budget 2026, to be presented on Sunday.

Adding to the uncertainty, a heavy slate of large-cap Q3 earnings is due this week, where commentary on demand trends, margins, and capex will be critical for market direction.

Stock Market Today LIVE: The 92.00 level remains the key near-term pivot. A sustained break above this zone could open the door toward 92.20–92.50. However, consistent RBI intervention may help stabilise the currency and gradually pull USD/INR back toward the 90.80–91.00 range in the near term, said Amit Pabari, MD, CR Forex Advisors.

Stock Market Today LIVE: According to Prashanth Tapse, Research Analyst, Senior Vice President of Research at Mehta Equities, they are as follows:

1) The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge (US PCE) came in in line with expectations, rising 0.2% MoM in November — unchanged from October.

2) The US economy grew at an annualised 4.4% in Q3 2025, marginally above the initial 4.3% estimate and the strongest growth since Q3 2023.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Adani Group shares rose following clarifications from the companies regarding the US SEC summons, stating that "there are no allegations against the Company, and the Company is not involved in these proceedings."

Stock Market Today LIVE: Indian auto stocks Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), and Maruti Suzuki were down over 4% on Tuesday's trading session amid expectations of India-EU trade deal.

India plans to lower tariffs on cars imported from the European Union from 110% to 40%, as per a Reuters report published on Sunday, January 25, which is likely to bring Indian auto stocks into the limelight tomorrow.

According to experts, this represents the most significant opening of India's vast market as both sides move towards a possible free trade agreement that could be revealed as early as Tuesday.

Stock Market Today LIVE: MCX gold price opened higher on Tuesday, following gains in international bullion prices. MCX gold rate today opened 1.68% higher at ₹1,58,674 per 10 grams level as against its previous close of ₹1,56,037 level. The yellow metal price was trading higher by ₹2,472, or 1.58%, at ₹1,58,509 per 10 grams. MCX gold price touched a high of ₹1,59,820 level.

MCX silver price opened 1.53% higher at ₹3,39,824 per kg as against its previous close of ₹3,34,699 level. MCX silver rate was trading higher by ₹20,081, or 6%, at ₹3,54,780 per kg level.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Indian stock market opened flat on Tuesday. The Sensex opened 100.91 points, or 0.12%, lower at 81,436.79, while the Nifty 50 opened at 25,063.35, up 14.70 points, or 0.06%. Bank Nifty opened 107.05 points, or 0.18%, lower at 58,366.05.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Rupee opens at 91.76/$ Vs Friday’s close of 91.94/$

Stock Market Today LIVE: The US dollar reached its lowest point in four months and has dropped over 1% so far this year. Currently, the dollar index stands at 97.05 after hitting a four-month low of 96.808 on Monday. The euro remained stable at $1.1878, while Sterling was last valued at $1.3678.

Stock Market Today LIVE: India and the European Union have finalized discussions regarding a free trade agreement (FTA), with a formal announcement anticipated today. The agreement is designed to enhance economic integration between India and the EU, increasing trade and investment exchanges.

Stock Market Today LIVE: The US stock market concluded higher on Monday, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq increasing for the fourth straight session.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged by 313.69 points, or 0.64%, closing at 49,412.40, while the S&P 500 added 34.62 points, or 0.50%, reaching 6,950.23. The Nasdaq Composite finished up 100.11 points, or 0.43%, at 23,601.36.

Nvidia's stock price decreased by 0.64%, while Apple's stock rose by 2.97%. Microsoft shares increased by 0.93%, AMD's share price fell by 3.22%, and Tesla's stock dropped by 3.09%.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Asian markets traded mixed following US President Donald Trump's announcement to raise tariffs on South Korea. Japan's Nikkei 225 decreased by 0.24%, and the Topix fell by 0.31%. South Korea's Kospi saw a decline of 0.36%, while the Kosdaq experienced an increase of 1.41%. Futures for the Hong Kong Hang Seng index suggested a positive start.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Stocks to watch

Gravita: Ventures into lithium-ion battery recycling at its current facility in Mundra with an investment of ₹14 crore.

Jayaswal Neco: Signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Maharashtra Government to establish a 2 million tonnes per annum steel plant, with an investment of ₹12,262 crore.

Pine Labs: Collaborates with UAE’s Wio Bank to enhance merchant acquiring infrastructure.

DCB Bank: Net Interest Income increased by 14.9%, with Net Non-Performing Assets at 1.10% compared to 1.21% quarter-on-quarter.

Stock Market Today LIVE: The domestic benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and Sensex, are expected to open on a positive note on Tuesday, buoyed by the anticipated India-European Union trade agreement and optimism that the U.S. might remove tariffs related to India's purchases of Russian oil.

As of 7:53 IST, Gift Nifty futures were trading at 25,197, suggesting that the Nifty 50 could begin above Friday's closing figure of 25,048.65. The index experienced its largest weekly decline in four months last week.

The Indian stock markets were closed on Monday.

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