Trade Setup for Today: Global Cues and Block Deals Shape Market Sentiment
GIFT Nifty up 0.17%, indicating a positive opening for Indian markets. US indices closed mixed, while Asian markets show a mixed trend. Crude oil slightly up, gold and silver down. USD/INR trading lower at 90.84. Significant block deal reported in Aditya Infotech (CPPLUS) with Dixon Technologies selling 5,442,000 shares. FIIs and DIIs were net buyers on Feb 25. Investors to watch commodity trends, currency movements, and the impact of the Aditya Infotech block deal.
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Market Overview
As we approach the opening bell, global markets and significant block deals are setting the tone for what could be an eventful trading session.
GIFT Nifty Update
The GIFT Nifty is trading at 25,681.00, up 0.17% or 43.00 points from the previous close. This suggests a potentially positive start for the NSE Nifty and BSE Sensex.
US Markets
Major US indices closed with mixed results:
| Index | Change (%) |
|---|---|
| Dow Jones | +0.63 |
| NASDAQ | -0.33 |
| S&P 500 E-mini futures | -0.15 |
Asian Markets
Asian markets are showing a mixed trend:
| Index | Change (%) |
|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | +0.51 |
| Hang Seng | -0.57 |
Commodity Trends
| Commodity | Price (USD) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 65.58 | +0.24 |
| Natural Gas | 2.86 | -0.21 |
| Gold | 5,203.30 | -0.44 |
| Silver | 90.00 | -1.78 |
| Copper | 6.03 | -0.29 |
Currency Update
The USD/INR pair is trading at 90.84, down 0.10% from the previous close.
FII/DII Activity
| Investor Type | Net Buy/Sell (₹ Crore) |
|---|---|
| FII (25 Feb) | +2,991.64 |
| DII (25 Feb) | +5,118.57 |
Block Deals
A significant block deal was reported in Aditya Infotech (CPPLUS):
| Seller | Buyer | Shares | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon Technologies | Multiple Buyers | 5,442,000 | 1,470.00 |
Latest Updates for Aditya Infotech
- Hari Khemka Business Family Trust and Rishi Khemka plan to divest up to 2% shareholding to meet minimum public shareholding requirements.
- Earnings conference call scheduled for February 13 to discuss Q3FY26 results.
- Wholly-owned subsidiary Aditya Infotech Taiwan Co. Ltd. incorporated on February 02.
- Received substantial relief in income tax appeal, reducing net liability to ₹3.60 crores for AY 2019-20.
- Customs penalty order worth ₹30.86 crores received; company plans to appeal.
Key Global Events
- No significant global events reported for today.
As we enter today's trading session, investors will likely be monitoring the impact of the large block deal in Aditya Infotech, as well as keeping an eye on global commodity trends and currency movements.
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