Market Weakness: Sensex Down 140 Points, Nifty Below 24,300. Investors are closely watching government decisions, the CCS meeting, and the US trade deal.
Stock Market Open: Indian stock markets opened weak on April 30, 2025, with both major benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, trading in the red. GIFT Nifty futures were trading at 24,359 at 7:57 AM, approximately 60 points below the previous day's closing level. Despite this weakness, investors are closely monitoring various factors that could determine the market's direction.
Focus on the CCS Meeting and India's Response to Pakistan
Following the Pulwama terror attack, the market is keenly awaiting the outcome of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting. Investors are watching to see what steps the Indian government takes against Pakistan in response to the attack and the subsequent impact on the Indian market. Furthermore, the India-US trade deal, Q4 results, and the Nifty's weekly F&O expiry are also expected to influence market direction.
Market Closed on Thursday: Maharashtra Day Holiday
The stock market will be closed on May 1st, Maharashtra Day. This provides investors with an opportunity to adjust their portfolios. Given the current market weakness, some investors may see this as a buying opportunity, while others might choose to remain cautious given the market volatility.
Mixed Signals from Global Markets
International markets exhibited a mixed trend. US stock markets closed higher, with the Dow Jones up 0.75%, the S&P 500 up 0.58%, and the Nasdaq up 0.55%. Asian markets showed mixed signals on Wednesday. Japan's Nikkei 225 closed 0.22% higher, while South Korea's Kospi fell 0.27%. Additionally, declining PMI data from China and inflation figures from Australia are also impacting the market sentiment.
Advice for Investors
Market volatility is expected today, particularly due to the influence of global cues and domestic events. Investors are advised to invest in fundamentally b companies and exercise caution in short-term trading. Furthermore, it is crucial to stay updated on the CCS meeting and trade deal developments, as these announcements could significantly influence future market trends.
