The trends on Gift Nifty also indicate a mildly positive start for the Indian benchmark index. The Gift Nifty was trading around 23,438 level, a premium of nearly 20 points from the Nifty futures’ previous close.

Economic Survey warns of potential market correction in 2025, impacting India's stock market due to increased retail investor participation, particularly from young investors. The survey highlights the potential cascading effect of US market fluctuations on India's market,

The Indian stock markets ended higher for the fourth trading session, as the investor’s sentiment is driven by the optimism from the upcoming Union Budget 2025-26. At the end of the trading, the Nifty 50 was up 258.

The trends on Gift Nifty also indicate a tepid start for the Indian benchmark index. The Gift Nifty was trading around 23,150 level, a premium of nearly 2 points from the Nifty futures’ previous close.

The domestic benchmark indices opened higher on Wednesday for second day in a row, as investors are now looking forward to positive cues in the upcoming Union Budget 2025-26.

Historically, the Nifty 50 index has shown a strong correlation with the S&P 500, particularly during periods of significant US market corrections. If such a correction occurs, it could cascade into Indian markets,

The trends on Gift Nifty also indicate a positive start for the Indian benchmark index. The Gift Nifty was trading around 23,028 level, a premium of nearly 50 points from the Nifty futures’ previous close.

The Economic Survey 2024-25 cautions equity market investors due to a strong correlation between the US and Indian stock markets.