Today’s market briefing covers global and Indian indices, sector trends, Nifty and Bank Nifty outlook, top corporate news, and derivative updates. Key cues from U.S., Asia, and domestic developments provide a snapshot for investors and traders.
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U.S. Markets Rally on Tech Optimism and Fed Hints
The Nasdaq surged above 23,000 for the first time on Wednesday, boosted by a rebound in tech stocks after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang highlighted AI-driven chip demand. The Federal Reserve’s recent meeting also pointed to potential rate cuts ahead.
S&P 500: Up 0.6%, closing at a record 6,754.83
Nasdaq Composite: Up 1.1%, surpassing 23,000 for the first time
Dow Jones: Flat, up 0.01%
Due to a prolonged U.S. government shutdown delaying key economic indicators, traders are turning to alternative data to assess the economy. The Fed’s September meeting minutes revealed most policymakers favor additional easing amid cooling labor market risks. Market expectations for an October rate cut remain around 97%.
Focus now shifts to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s address on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Q3 earnings season kicks off, with PepsiCo and Delta Air Lines reporting Thursday.
U.S. Treasury Yields: Flat; 10-year note at 4.129%
Gold: Up 1.52% at $4,044.09 per ounce
Silver: Up 2.4% at $48.97 per ounce (after hitting $49.57)
Dollar Index: 98.50
Oil: Brent crude up 1.22% to $66.25 per barrel
Asian markets opened positively on Thursday:
SoftBank shares surged over 10% following the $5.4 billion acquisition of ABB’s robotics division, boosting its AI ambitions.
Nikkei 225: +1.11%
Topix Index: +0.36%
Hang Seng Futures: Trading at 26,863, indicating a higher open
GIFT Nifty suggests a flat to positive opening for the Indian market. The Nifty is expected to continue its previous session consolidation in the 24,900–25,200 range.
Previous Session Recap (October 8, 2025)
The Indian benchmark indices snapped a four-session winning streak:
Sensex: -153.09 pts, closing at 81,773.66 (-0.19%)
Nifty 50: -62.15 pts, closing at 25,046.15 (-0.25%)
IT was the only gainer; all other sectors, including Realty, Telecom, Pharma, Oil & Gas, Media, PSU Banks, and Auto, fell 0.2–2%.
Midcap Index: -0.73%
Smallcap Index: -0.52%
Nifty Outlook (Short-Term)
The daily chart shows a small bearish candle with shadows, signaling consolidation after a 600-point rally in the last four sessions.
Expected Range: 24,800–25,200 (forming a base)
Upside Breakout: Above 25,220 opens 25,400–25,500 (resistance trendline from June–September highs)
Support Levels: 24,800–24,900 (20- & 50-day EMA confluence and 61.8% retracement of last up move)
Intraday Levels for Nifty
Resistance: 25,140 & 25,220
Support: 24,970 & 24,900
Bank Nifty Intraday Levels
Resistance: 56,280 & 56,500
Support: 55,770 & 55,550
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