Pre-Market Briefing: Key News & Trends

By Mandar in Indian Market Insights —

Indian Stock Market Outlook - July 23, 2025

At 8:30 AM IST on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, the Indian stock markets are expected to open positively, supported by robust domestic investment and positive macroeconomic conditions.

  • The GIFT Nifty is trading 100 points higher at 25,184, indicating a bullish trend.

Market Performance on July 21, 2025:

  • The Sensex increased by 442.61 points, closing at 82,200.34.
  • The Nifty rose by 122.30 points, finishing at 25,090.70.
  • The BSE Midcap index gained 0.5%.
  • The Smallcap index closed flat.

Sectoral Highlights:

  • Advancers: Auto, capital goods, private banks, power, realty, and metals sectors (0.5-1% gain).
  • Decliners: IT, PSU Bank, oil & gas, and FMCG sectors (0.4-1% loss).

Corporate News:

  • IndusInd Bank plans to raise funds via long-term bonds through a private placement. A board meeting is scheduled for July 23 to discuss the proposal.
  • The bank faced a $230 million financial setback in the fiscal year ending March 31, due to misaccounting of internal derivative trades.

Market Outlook:

Brokerages predict that the Nifty 50 will approach record highs in July, driven by:

  • Continued domestic investment.
  • Strong economic growth.
  • Positive performance from major companies like Reliance Industries.

Investors should carefully monitor these developments for their potential impact on the market in the near future.