Share Market Highlights: Operation Sindoor jitters keep markets choppy; indices end slightly higher

Share Market Highlights: Operation Sindoor jitters keep markets choppy; indices end slightly higher
SENSEX   80,746.78

+ 105.71

NIFTY   24,414.40

+ 34.80

CRUDEOIL   5,066.00

+ 55.00

GOLD   97,164.00

 -327.00

SILVER   96,475.00

 -226.00

SENSEX   80,746.78

+ 105.71

NIFTY   24,414.40

+ 34.80

NIFTY   24,414.40

+ 34.80

CRUDEOIL   5,066.00

+ 55.00

CRUDEOIL   5,066.00

+ 55.00

GOLD   97,164.00

 -327.00

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Sensex, Nifty updates on May 7, 2025: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended slightly higher on Wednesday after a volatile trading session, as markets reacted to India’s missile strikes on terror hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir under ‘Operation Sindoor’. The 30-share BSE Sensex rose 105.71 points to close at 80,746.78, while the Nifty 50 gained 34.80 points to end at 24,414.40. The strikes came in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, targeting camps linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba. Despite geopolitical tensions, key stocks like Tata Motors, Adani Ports, and M&M saw gains. Experts said that while market sentiment may remain cautious in the short term, historical patterns suggest limited long-term impact from such standoffs. Foreign Institutional Investors continued their buying streak, adding ₹3,794.52 crore on Tuesday. In global cues, Asian markets were mostly positive, while European and US indices were under pressure. Separately, India and the UK finalized a landmark free trade agreement, further boosting investor sentiment.

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Top Five Trading Highlights

Volatile session: Both Sensex and Nifty oscillated between gains and losses during the day, reflecting market nervousness amid geopolitical developments. Sensex swung over 900 points intraday, ranging from 79,937.48 to 80,844.63. 

Resilient close: Despite geopolitical tensions and intra-day volatility, the Sensex closed 105.71 points higher at 80,746.78, and the Nifty ended up 34.80 points at 24,414.40, showing resilience.

Sector rotation: Auto, metal, and infrastructure stocks led the gains, with stocks like Tata Motors, Adani Ports, and Tata Steel performing well, while pharma and FMCG lagged behind.

FII activity: Foreign Institutional Investors were net buyers, purchasing ₹3,794.52 crore worth of equities on Tuesday, providing underlying support to market sentiment.

Broader market movement: The market breadth was positive, with more stocks advancing than declining, and stock-specific action is expected to dominate in the near term due to geopolitical uncertainties.

  • 16:25 | May 7, 2025

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  • 16:18 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live today: Aster DM invests ₹480 crore to set up its fourth multispecialty hospital in Bengaluru

    Aster DM invests ₹480 crore to set up its fourth multispecialty hospital in Bengaluru

    Aster DM Healthcare invests ₹480 crore in Bengaluru hospital, focusing on cancer care in emerging IT hub Sarjapur.

  • 15:50 | May 7, 2025

    Currency market live today: Rupee sees sharpest drop in a month amid geopolitical tensions

    The Indian rupee weakened by 0.5% to 84.8250 against the U.S. dollar, marking its steepest single-day drop in a month, as escalating geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan weighed on sentiment, alongside losses in other Asian currencies. 

  • 15:49 | May 7, 2025

    Closing Bell: Sensex, Nifty end flat with positive bias

    Indian benchmark indices ended the session on a flat note with a mild positive bias, as escalating tensions between India and Pakistan tempered the optimism stemming from easing global trade concerns.

    At close, the BSE Sensex rose by 105 points to settle at 80,746, while the NSE Nifty gained 29.70 points to end at 24,409.

  • 14:44 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: Anirudh Garg, Partner & Fund Manager at Invasset PMS on India & Pakistan war tension’s effect on Stock Market

    “The recent military strikes involving India have understandably raised investor concerns about geopolitical stability in the region. Historically, Indian stock markets tend to react sharply in the short term to such events due to heightened uncertainty and risk-off sentiment. However, past patterns also show that markets often recover swiftly once clarity emerges and broader macroeconomic fundamentals remain intact. While sectors like defense and oil & gas may see temporary movements, long-term investor focus generally remains aligned with earnings, policy continuity, and economic growth trajectories.

    Simultaneously, the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which is in its final stages of negotiation, could provide a counterbalancing positive signal to markets. The FTA is expected to unlock new export opportunities for Indian sectors such as textiles, pharmaceuticals, and information technology, while also opening up the Indian market to British goods and services. The deal could support India’s export diversification strategy and enhance its global trade footprint at a time when supply chains are being restructured globally.

    Together, these two developments present a mixed short-term outlook for the markets. While the military escalation injects volatility, the impending FTA signals policy stability and global integration. For long-term investors, it is essential to differentiate between tactical disruptions and structural shifts. India’s positioning in global trade and its relative macroeconomic resilience may continue to attract foreign capital, even amid geopolitical headwinds.”

  • 14:43 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: Pankaj Singh, smallcase manager and Founder and Principal at SmartWealth.ai

    “Geopolitical tensions like the ongoing Indo-Pak standoff under Operation Sindoor tend to cause immediate market volatility, as seen with the Nifty and Sensex dropping 0.6–0.8% recently. Historically, such episodes trigger short-term dips—Kargil War (-4%), Parliament Attack (-3%), Mumbai Attacks (-4%), and Balakot Airstrike (-3%).

    However, markets have consistently rebounded in the long term. After the Kargil War, the Sensex surged 63% within a year. Post-Parliament Attack, it rose over 20% the following year. Following the Mumbai Attacks, it gained 60% within 12 months, and after Balakot, it climbed 15% by year-end.

    While short-term caution is reasonable, history shows that Indian markets demonstrate strong resilience once clarity returns. Unless accompanied by broader economic or global shocks, Indo-Pak tensions have not had a lasting negative impact. Investors should focus on fundamentals, not fear.”

  • 14:42 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: InCred Group launches brand campaign ‘Ask InCred’ with Brand Ambassador Shreyas Iyer

    InCred, the new-age diversified financial services group, today announced the launch of its latest content-led brand campaign, ‘Ask InCred’, with a film brought to life by celebrity cricketer and InCred’s brand ambassador, Shreyas Iyer.

    With ‘Ask InCred’, the brand aims to occupy the space of a trustworthy knowledge-driven enabler in financial services. Using the medium of videos and podcasts, the brand is creating expert-driven content on their new channel called ‘Ask InCred’ that educates and informs viewers on a wide range of topics, including credit education, financial planning, investment products, market trends and economic insights.

    For the youth in particular, the channel also brings experts across functions to demystify careers in finance.

    Bhupinder Singh, Founder & Group CEO - InCred, said, “At InCred, empowering customers through financial knowledge is core to our mission. Today’s consumers don’t just choose financial products — they align with the values and credibility of the brand behind them. With this campaign, we’re focused on earning that trust every day. And who better to represent us than Shreyas — a symbol of confidence, consistency, and connect — both on and off the field.”

    Speaking on the announcement, Radhika Zingade, Group Head - Marketing at InCred, said, “In India, where over 500 million people actively consume video content, educational videos have emerged as a preferred medium for financial literacy - especially among first-time borrowers, investors and young earners. ‘Ask InCred’ is just the beginning of our efforts in this direction. We’re setting the stage for what the brand will stand for in the years ahead.”

  • 14:41 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: ‘Defence sector’ from Dr. Vikas Gupta, CEO & Chief Investment Strategist at OmniScience Capital

    “In our opinion, long-term investors should keep a watchlist of stocks or sectors they are looking at to allocate capital to. There is no need to hurry or get into a panic mode or FOMO mode. One should keep calm and calculated with a specific set of stocks and sectors which one has identified as potentially rewarding in the long term and then start allocating to these over a period of time. The next few days are likely to be volatile until the India Pakistan war news stabilizes.

    We suggest that one uses the Scientific Investing Framework to narrow down on promising sectors and stocks. The Scientific Investing Framework helps remove Capital Destroyers with weak balance sheets, Capital Eroders with no sustainable competitive advantages, Capital Imploders which are overvalued and slow growing companies from the investment universe leaving Capital Multipliers exposed to large growth vectors, strong balance sheets, strong moats and which are available at significant discount to their intrinsic values. Our analysis using the framework shows Mr. Market giving potential opportunity in Banks, Power, Logistics, Housing Finance and EPC/Infrastructure construction.

    Besides these, the main focus is naturally on Defence companies. These already have large order books which will get even larger. Operation Sindoor is likely to put the focus on pace of execution in the Defence companies. These companies are likely to be given aggressive execution targets which are likely to start becoming visible in a few quarters and 1-3 years time line, thus possibly boosting revenues and earnings forecast. Similarly, the companies operating in other dimensions, i.e. non-arms and ammunition, of Defence, such as, cyber security, strategic minerals & rare earths, oil & gas, hydro-projects, military EPC, military logistics and railways are also likely to see execution at a higher pace. However one should be careful to invest only at attractive valuations and in those which pass the scientific investing criteria”.

  • 14:40 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: Gyanendra Tripathi, Partner & Leader (West), Indirect Tax at BDO India On the India-UK FTA agreement

    The India-UK FTA would be a catalyst to increase bilateral trade between India and the UK. While the UK is eliminating tariffs on 99% of the overall tariff lines, India is reciprocating by offering duty reductions in 90% of the tariff lines, with 85% of such tariff lines becoming duty-free within a decade. India has agreed to halve duty rates on whiskey and gin to 75% now, before reducing to 40% by year 10, and a reduction in duty on automotives from 100% to 10% under a quota.

    At the same time, the press release on highlights of the FTA also mentions the removal of non-tariff barriers and significant commitments being secured by India on digitally delivered services for Indian service suppliers. The industry would now need to study the fine print of the FTA and lay out a roadmap on how best to derive the benefit of this FTA.

  • 14:39 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: Decline in Venezuelan and Iranian oil output to push Brent crude prices up to around $70 per barrel: PL Capital

    PL Capital, one of the most trusted financial services organisations in India, in its latest Manthan- India Strategy report stated that Brent is expected to rebound to around USD 70/bbl, driven by anticipated supply disruptions from Venezuela and Iran amid escalating sanctions. At the same time, with the global economy under strain from persistent tariff wars, OPEC+ announced plans to raise output by 411 kbopd in May 2025 and again in June. As a result, Brent, which averaged USD 79/bbl in FY25, slipped to USD 67/bbl in April 2025 and has since edged down further to approximately USD 60/bbl.

    As per PL Capital, OPEC+ increased production by 411 kbopd in May 2025 and is set to raise it by another 411 kbopd in June 2025, likely in anticipation of supply disruptions and unplanned outages. However, if OPEC+ maintains this elevated supply, Brent prices could face additional downside, given the group’s sizable spare capacity of approximately 4–5 million bopd.

    Crude oil prices are a result of complex multi-dimensional factors in addition to demand and supply- geo-political developments, unplanned disruptions, actions by OPEC+, and outlook on renewables. The US has maintained a firm stance on enforcing a complete ban on Iranian crude exports. Back in 2011–12, similar sanctions led to a sharp drop in Iran’s oil production—from approximately 3.8 million barrels per day (bopd) to around 2.5 million bopd. In 2023, China accounted for 90% of Iranian crude imports. However, with a potential US-China tariff resolution on the horizon, China may be compelled to scale back its Iranian oil purchases as part of the deal.

    Meanwhile, the US has already revoked licenses granted to Shell and BP for their operations in Venezuela, and reports indicate Chevron could face a similar outcome. These developments are likely to drive Venezuelan crude output down from the current ~1 million bopd to about 0.5 million bopd.

    While according to PL Capital’s report, Brent is likely to rise to ~USD70/bbl led by expected decline in Venezuelan and Iranian oil production which are facing increasing sanctions, it is worthwhile to call out possible beneficiaries if Brent were to defy its stance. It notes that if OMCs cut diesel prices, then transportation costs would decline across sectors and would also help in reducing the inflation.

    The report further outlined that if crude oil prices were to sustain at these levels, major beneficiaries could be aviation, pipe companies, OMCs, CGDs, aviation, cement while capital good companies with exposure to O&G and upstream O&G companies may lose in particular. Benefits also depend upon pricing power of the companies specifically.

  • 14:37 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: Himanshu Tewari, Partner – Trade and Customs, KPMG in India

    Leading general insurer IFFCO-Tokio today announced launch of ‘Comprehensive Home Protector’, a home insurance product that covers the risk of loss/ damage of physical assets, interests, liabilities of the Insured and their family making no insurance gap.

    Designed as per guidelines of Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), the insurance product comes with de-bundled fire coverage and insured can choose ‘Basic Fire Cover’, besides opting for other natural and human-made disasters/sections as additional coverage, such as earthquake, storm, cyclone typhoon, tempest, hurricane, tornado, tsunami, floods, inundation, lightening, landslide, and act of terrorism, riots, strikes, malicious damage bush fire, forest fire, damage resulting from action of civic authorities etc.

    This policy also comes with coverage of personal money/ important documents and cards lost under certain circumstances outside insured’s home. While the policy has provision to return the lost money, it also pays for cost incurred in reproducing the lost/damaged documents and items like share & stock certificates, deposit receipts, insurance policy, title deeds, manuscripts, passport, driving license, credit card and personal records and certificates. 

    One of most significant aspects of IFFCO Tokio’s Home Insurance Policy is coverage of damages to contents when you change homes from one geographic location to another. This feature also includes damages due to fire, lightening, breakage of bridges, overturning of carrying vehicle, derailment or accident and robbery & dacoity.

  • 14:34 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: Simple Energy plans IPO by FY27, aims to raise ₹3,000 cr

    Simple Energy plans IPO by FY27, aims to raise ₹3,000 cr

    Simple Energy plans to raise ₹3,000 crore through IPO by FY27 for expansion, R&D, and aims for $180 million revenue.

  • 14:24 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live updates: Mouri Tech Limited refiles DRHP for Rs 1,500 crore IPO

    Mouri Tech Limited, an IT Solutions and Services company has refiled its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to Rs 1,500 crore through an initial public offering (IPO).

    Previously, the company had filed its DRHP in the month of September 2024.

    The IPO, with a face value of ₹10 per share, is a mix of fresh issue of up to Rs 250 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) up to Rs 1,250 crore by Promoter and Other Selling Shareholders.

    The Offer for sale consists of Promoter Selling shareholders Sujai Paturu and Anil Reddy Yerramreddy selling up to Rs 726.30 crore and Rs 370.60 crore respectively. Srinivasu Rao Sandaka, other selling shareholders selling up to Rs 153.10 crore.

    The company, in consultation with the book-running lead manager, may consider a pre-IPO placement aggregating up to Rs 50 crore.

  • 14:04 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates: HUDCO Q4 profit rises 4% to ₹728 cr

    State-owned Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) on Wednesday reported 4 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at ₹727.74 crore for March quarter FY25 on higher income.

    Its net profit stood at ₹700.16 crore in the year-ago period.

    Total income rose to ₹2,854.91 crore from ₹2,194.04 crore last year, according to a regulatory filing.

    HUDCO Q4 profit rises 4% to ₹728 cr

    HUDCO reports 4% increase in net profit, plans to raise ₹2,190 crore through debentures for housing and infrastructure projects.

  • 13:37 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: ICRA expects India’s flexible (flex)/co-working office supply to increase at a healthy CAGR of 21-22% during FY2025-FY2027

    ICRA expects India’s flexible (flex)/co-working office supply to increase at a healthy CAGR of 21-22% during FY2025-FY2027 and reach ~125 million square feet (msf) by March 2027 (from ~80 msf as of December 2024) for the top six cities (Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and Pune). This segment, which has seen one successful initial public offer (IPO) in 2024, is set to witness five major IPOs in the next 12-18 months, which are projected to raise over Rs. 7,000 crore.

  • 13:36 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Perspective on ‘Defence sector’ from Dr. Vikas Gupta, CEO & Chief Investment Strategist at OmniScience Capital

    In our opinion, long-term investors should keep a watchlist of stocks or sectors they are looking at to allocate capital to. There is no need to hurry or get into a panic mode or FOMO mode. One should keep calm and calculated with a specific set of stocks and sectors which one has identified as potentially rewarding in the long term and then start allocating to these over a period of time. The next few days are likely to be volatile until the India Pakistan war news stabilizes. 

    We suggest that one uses the Scientific Investing Framework to narrow down on promising sectors and stocks. The Scientific Investing Framework helps remove Capital Destroyers with weak balance sheets, Capital Eroders with no sustainable competitive advantages, Capital Imploders which are overvalued and slow growing companies from the investment universe leaving Capital Multipliers exposed to large growth vectors, strong balance sheets, strong moats and which are available at significant discount to their intrinsic values. Our analysis using the framework shows Mr. Market giving potential opportunity in Banks, Power, Logistics, Housing Finance and EPC/Infrastructure construction.

    Besides these, the main focus is naturally on Defence companies. These already have large order books which will get even larger. Operation Sindoor is likely to put the focus on pace of execution in the Defence companies. These companies are likely to be given aggressive execution targets which are likely to start becoming visible in a few quarters and 1-3 years time line, thus possibly boosting revenues and earnings forecast. Similarly, the companies operating in other dimensions, i.e. non-arms and ammunition, of Defence, such as, cyber security, strategic minerals & rare earths, oil & gas, hydro-projects, military EPC, military logistics and railways are also likely to see execution at a higher pace. However one should be careful to invest only at attractive valuations and in those which pass the scientific investing criteria.

  • 13:01 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Operation Sindoor effect: BSE, NSE curb overseas access to their websites

    India’s top two exchanges, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE Ltd, have temporarily restricted access to their websites for overseas users, three sources familiar with the matter said.

    BSE, NSE curb overseas access to their websites

    NSE and BSE restrict overseas website access due to cyber threats, but trading remains unaffected.

  • 12:28 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Aluminium futures testing a key support

    Aluminium futures has been trading in a sideways range since the beginning of April. The May contract closed at ₹231.90/kg on Tuesday and, thus, remains within the boundaries of the ₹229-238 range. 

    The contract, after a failed attempt to break out of ₹238 nearly two weeks back, is now testing the lower end of the range. At ₹229, the 61.8 per cent Fibonacci retracement level of the prior uptrend coincides. So, a breach of this level can be significant.

    As it stands, the price action denotes considerable selling pressure and keeps the probability of the support at ₹229 getting breached high.

    Aluminium futures testing a key support

    Aluminium futures trading sideways, testing support at ₹229, potential downtrend if breached, resistance at ₹238 for positive outlook.

  • 12:15 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Anirudh Garg, Partner & Fund Manager at Invasset PMS on India & Pakistan war tension’s affect on Stock Market.

    “The recent military strikes involving India have understandably raised investor concerns about geopolitical stability in the region. Historically, Indian stock markets tend to react sharply in the short term to such events due to heightened uncertainty and risk-off sentiment. However, past patterns also show that markets often recover swiftly once clarity emerges and broader macroeconomic fundamentals remain intact. While sectors like defense and oil & gas may see temporary movements, long-term investor focus generally remains aligned with earnings, policy continuity, and economic growth trajectories.

    Simultaneously, the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which is in its final stages of negotiation, could provide a counterbalancing positive signal to markets. The FTA is expected to unlock new export opportunities for Indian sectors such as textiles, pharmaceuticals, and information technology, while also opening up the Indian market to British goods and services. The deal could support India’s export diversification strategy and enhance its global trade footprint at a time when supply chains are being restructured globally.

    Together, these two developments present a mixed short-term outlook for the markets. While the military escalation injects volatility, the impending FTA signals policy stability and global integration. For long-term investors, it is essential to differentiate between tactical disruptions and structural shifts. India’s positioning in global trade and its relative macroeconomic resilience may continue to attract foreign capital, even amid geopolitical headwinds.”

  • 12:03 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Tata Motors, Torrent Power to be part of mock drill in Ahmedabad

    Civil Defence mock drills are expected to be held in important industrial and commercial installations in Ahmedabad district of Gujarat including the Tata Motors plant at Sanand and Torrent Power Plant at Sabarmati, official sources said Wednesday.

    Tata Motors Plant & Torrent Power plant to be part of mock drill in Ahmedabad

    Civil Defence mock drills to be held at key industrial sites in Ahmedabad district, part of larger Gujarat initiative.

  • 11:29 | May 7, 2025

    Stock Market live today: UK-India FTA : The signing of the India-UK FTA arrives at a crucial juncture for India

    Amidst geopolitical realignments and supply chain disruptions, it’s a strategic enabler for boosting our collaborative capacity. Such agreements are vital for integrating India more deeply into resilient global value chains, strengthening our position as a trusted manufacturing and export partner on the world stage : Gautam Hari Singhania, Chairman, Raymond Group

  • 11:12 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: US FED meeting expectations by Jigar Trivedi, Senior Analyst Reliance Securities

    Fed Outlook & Market Sentiment

    Investors will monitor trade tensions ahead of the highly anticipated FOMC decision scheduled for Tuesday, May 7 at 11:30 PM.

    While the Fed is widely expected to hold the fund rate steady, markets will be keenly focused on the Fed’s forward guidance and its assessment of ongoing trade-related risks.

    Trade negotiations between the U.S. and several Asian economies are set to resume this week, though talks with China remain stalled. The prolonged uncertainty has continued to weigh on investor sentiment, reflected in a slight decline in the U.S. Dollar Index to around 99.6.

    On the economic data front, the ISM services index reported a sharp expansion in activity, accompanied by rising cost pressures - echoing the strength observed in last week’s robust employment data. Meanwhile, the U.S. trade deficit widened to a record $140.5 billion in March 2025, surpassing expectations of a $137 billion shortfall.

    Fed officials have acknowledged that sustained tariffs could push inflation higher while also dampening employment. However, the extent and duration of these effects remain uncertain and will likely be a topic of interest in tomorrow’s policy statement and press conference.

  • 11:11 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Pankaj Singh, smallcase manager and Founder and Principal Researcher at SmartWealth.ai on impact of Operation Sindoor on markets and economy

    “Geopolitical tensions like the ongoing Indo-Pak stand-off under Operation Sindoor tend to cause immediate market volatility, as seen with the Nifty and Sensex dropping 0.6–0.8% recently. Historically, such episodes trigger short-term dips—Kargil War (-4%), Parliament Attack (-3%), Mumbai Attacks (-4%), and Balakot Airstrike (-3%). 

    However, markets have consistently rebounded in the long term. After the Kargil War, the Sensex surged 63% within a year. Post-Parliament Attack, it rose over 20% the following year. Following the Mumbai Attacks, it gained 60% within 12 months, and after Balakot, it climbed 15% by year-end. 

    While short-term caution is reasonable, history shows that Indian markets demonstrate strong resilience once clarity returns. Unless accompanied by broader economic or global shocks, Indo-Pak tensions have not had a lasting negative impact. Investors should focus on fundamentals, not fear.”

  • 11:08 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Ankur Sharma, Market Analyst, VT Markets on Operation Sindoor sparks market volatility, FTA with UK offers long-term relief

    India began “Operation Sindoor” targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. It is a retaliation of Pahalgam attack where 26 Hindus were killed. While the announcement caused the Indian Stock market react strongly.

    As obvious the attack gives a boost to the Indian defense companies such Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL), Bharat Electronics (BEL), and Bharat Dynamics—showed an increase. Why? Because conjecture during military operations holds that higher government spending on defence is reflected in the economy

    FII plays a vital role in Indian Market and as we know these players usually pull out if the region experiences some pressure or unrest. Due to this a short-term selling pressure can be seen on the Indian equities. 

    As anxiety rises and capital shifts into safer assets like gold and the US Dollar, gold price goes up as it’s nature whenever world sees unrest and the Indian Rupee fell somewhat. 

    UK-India Free Trade Agreement: Positive Development

    Amidst geopolitical tensions, India and the United Kingdom officially signed a significant Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on May 6, 2025. This accord aims to increase bilateral trade by £25.5 billion annually by 2040

    Key Highlights are – 

    90% Tariff Reduction on British Goods including automobiles, whisky, and machinery.

    UK based service companies can have more access to Indian Markets making the legal formalities easy for setup which result in more jobs for Indians and the UK is expecting it’s GDP increase by by £4.8 billion yearly.

    This agreement is anticipated for India to boost exports—particularly in textiles and food goods—and draw more foreign capital

    Conclusion 

    While the War situation brings uncertainty to the Indian Stock Market the UK-India FTA presents a promising avenue for economic growth. Investors and market participants will closely monitor these developments.

  • 10:50 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Nifty Prediction today – May 7, 2025: Index faces a resistance

    Nifty 50 began today’s session with a gap-down at 24,233 versus yesterday’s close of 24,380. It is currently hovering around 24,300, down one-third of a per cent. 

    Nifty Prediction today – May 7, 2025: Index faces a resistance

    Nifty 50 opens lower, bearish bias with top gainer Tata Motors, suggesting caution amid potential volatility post-retaliation.

  • 10:42 | May 7, 2025

    Stock market live updates today: Q4 results today live updates: Coal India, Dabur, MRF, Voltas, Blue Star, Niva Bupa companies to announce Q4 results

    Track Q4 results of Coal India, Dabur, MRF, Voltas, Blue Star, Niva Bupa live here

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