Stock Market Today Live Updates: GIFT Nifty Indicates Gap-Up Opening for Nifty 50, Sensex

New Delhi | June 3, 2024 | 09:00 IST
By: Ankit Shukla @codewithindia-com

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GIFT Nifty Points to Record Highs for Sensex and Nifty 50

Stock Market Live: Today, the GIFT Nifty is indicating a strong start for Indian frontline indices, Sensex and Nifty 50. Trading at 850.50 points, which is 3.75% higher at 23,538.50, it suggests a gap-up opening.

Analysts note that this week’s trading in the equity market will be heavily influenced by two major events: the general election results on June 4 and the RBI’s interest rate decision on June 7.

Key Points to Note:

• General Election Results:
• Exit polls predict that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will secure a third term.
• The NDA (National Democratic Alliance) is expected to win between 350-401 seats.
• RBI Interest Rate Decision:
• The decision will be announced by Governor Shaktikanta Das on June 7.

Analysts’ Insights:

• V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Financial Services:
• The exit polls’ clear prediction of an NDA victory is alleviating market anxieties.
• This optimism is anticipated to spark a substantial market rally.
• Santosh Meena, Head of Research at Swastika Investmart Ltd:
• The market is cautiously optimistic ahead of the election results.
• Positive exit polls might lead to a rally, while unexpected results could trigger a market dip.

Market Performance Overview:

• US Stock Futures:
• Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 574.84 points to 38,686.62.
• NASDAQ Composite fell slightly, closing at 16,735.01.
• Wall Street Performance in May:
• The Nasdaq Composite had its best month since November 2023, rising by 6.9%.

Stay tuned for more live updates as the day progresses and the markets react to these significant events.

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Image Caption:
GIFT Nifty indicates a positive opening for Sensex and Nifty 50 (File Image)

-With inputs from PTI