Outlook for the Indian Stock Market
The Indian stock market is expected to open the day lower than it started, following worldwide patterns. The US market finished with mixed results, and Asian markets have already taken a hit. These changes come after a slew of remarks from US Federal Reserve officials that alluded to a less accommodating posture and strong economic data that suggested no rate cuts would occur anytime soon.
International Market Patterns
The S&P 500 saw losses for the fifth day in a row in the US, which was the longest losing streak since October. Although the Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a minor increase, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite concluded with declines. Although Netflix’s quarterly profits beat forecasts, the company’s stock fell during extended trade. Genuine Parts showed a significant increase, whereas Meta Platforms saw a slight uptick. On the other hand, the stock prices of Equifax and Las Vegas Sands also saw notable declines.
The Market Movement in Asia
The muted mood was replicated in Asian markets, as falls were seen in the Nikkei 225 in Japan and the Kospi in South Korea. In a similar vein, futures on Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index suggested a lower opening. A possible gap-down start for Indian stocks was predicted by Gift Nifty, a derivative of the Nifty index.
Important Economic Measures
March’s existing house sales in the US decreased as a result of rising loan rates and property values. Core inflation in Japan, meanwhile, moderately decreased but remained above the Bank of Japan’s objective. In the event that inflation persists, Federal Reserve officials—including Raphael Bostic, President of the Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank—have alluded to possible interest rate increases.
Money and Treasury Securities
After hawkish remarks from Fed members and upbeat economic statistics, the US currency and Treasury yields increased. Treasury yields increased, especially the two-year and ten-year yields, while the dollar index, which compares the value of the dollar to other major currencies, increased.
Highlights for the Company
For the fourth quarter of FY24, Infosys reported a notable year-over-year increase in net profit, despite relatively modest revenue growth. The massive IT company offered cautious estimates of revenue growth for the upcoming fiscal year.
Workplace
Initial unemployment claims in the US were stable and were little higher than expected, suggesting that the labor market is still undergoing swings.
In conclusion, geopolitical tensions, corporate performance, and economic indicators are driving uncertainty in global markets, including India. Investors keep a tight eye on economic data and central bank operations in order to get clues about potential future market moves.
