Markets Set to Begin: Nifty Levels Even, US Futures Show Subdued Activity, and 6 Crucial Factors to Monitor Right Now
Indian equity markets saw a recovery on July 30, 2025, as the NSE Nifty 50 and the BSE Sensex bounced back from a three-day decline. The Nifty closed 140 points or 0.57% higher at 24,821.1, while the Sensex rose 447 points or 0.55% to close at 81,338.
Global and Domestic Cues
The market's positive momentum was influenced by a mix of global and domestic factors. Globally, futures for major indices like the S&P 500 and Euro Stoxx 50 showed modest gains, indicating a cautiously optimistic global mood. However, overall global cues were mixed, leading to a cautious start for Indian markets.
Domestically, the Indian benchmark indices recovered from a three-day decline. The key technical cues highlighted a bullish engulfing candlestick pattern formed by the Nifty on the daily chart, signaling potential reversal and optimism in market sentiment. Support zones were identified around 24,670-24,700, with resistance near 24,930-24,950.
Sectoral Trends
Several sectors saw notable gains in Tuesday's market session. The non-alcoholic beverages sector led the rally, rising by 5.61%. Other sectors such as rubber, fertiliser, paints and pigments, and auto ancillaries also posted significant gains. The rubber sector followed closely with a 3.66% gain.
Large-cap heavyweights like L&T, Tata Consumer, NTPC, Sun Pharma, and Maruti Suzuki were among the top gainers, while Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp, and Bajaj Auto were among the decliners.
Other Influences
Other domestic influences included quarterly earnings updates, ongoing regulatory news, and anticipated global monetary policy moves, all shaping investor sentiment and adding to market volatility.
Gold and Crude Oil Prices
The rate for 24-carat gold today is Rs 98,780 per 10 grams, near its all-time high and close to the Rs 1 lakh mark. Crude oil prices are trading higher: WTI crude is at $69.24, up by 0.05%, and Brent crude is at $72.60, up by 0.12%.
Foreign Investments
Domestic institutional investors (DII) were net buyers of shares worth Rs 6,027.24 crore on July 30, 2024. However, foreign institutional investors (FII) were net sellers of shares worth Rs 4,576.97 crore on July 30, 2024.
Asian Markets and Rupee
Asia-Pacific markets opened on a mixed note on July 30. Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 0.15%, while the Chinese Shanghai Composite rose 0.33%. Japan's Nikkei 225 was down 0.12%, and the Topix inched higher by 0.1%. The rupee depreciated 0.16% to close at 86.81 to the dollar on July 30.
GIFT Nifty and 22 kt Gold
The GIFT Nifty traded 0.07% lower at 24,821 on July 30. The 22 kt gold rate today is Rs 90,548 per 10 grams.
In summary, the key cues for Indian equity on July 30, 2025, were a mix of global and domestic signals, bullish technical patterns, and sectoral performances. These factors collectively set the market tone and were essential for investors to monitor for trading decisions.
- Despite a cautious global mood, as indicated by modest gains in futures for major indices like the S&P 500 and Euro Stoxx 50, the Indian equity markets showed a recovery on July 30, 2025, with the NSE Nifty 50 and the BSE Sensex bouncing back from a three-day decline.
- In the Indian market, the non-alcoholic beverages sector led the rally, rising by 5.61%, while several other sectors such as rubber, fertilizer, paints and pigments, auto ancillaries also posted significant gains.
- Large-cap heavyweights like L&T, Tata Consumer, NTPC, Sun Pharma, and Maruti Suzuki were among the top gainers in the market, but Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp, and Bajaj Auto were among the decliners.
- Apart from market trends and sectoral performances, other domestic influences included quarterly earnings updates, ongoing regulatory news, and anticipated global monetary policy moves, all of which contributed to market volatility and shaped investor sentiment.
- Investors were also monitoring other factors such as the rate for 24-carat gold, which moved near its all-time high and close to the Rs 1 lakh mark, and the trading prices of crude oil, both of which impact the finance, business, and stock-market sectors. Additionally, foreign institutions' investment activities and the performance of Asian markets and the rupee were also important considerations for decisions in the DeFi and trading sectors.
