Trade Setup for Today: Global Cues and Key Events to Watch on December 29, 2025
GIFT Nifty futures indicate a slightly negative opening, trading 0.08% lower at 26,085.50. US markets closed mixed, while Asian indices show varied trends. Crude oil rises 0.74% to $57.16, gold dips 0.51%. USD/INR trades at 89.80, up 0.06%. FIIs were net sellers of ₹317.56 crore, while DIIs bought ₹1,772.56 crore net. Key corporate actions and block deals in CG Power and Craftsman Automation may influence market sentiment.
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As we approach the opening bell on December 29, 2025, global markets and domestic factors set the stage for an interesting trading session. Let's dive into the key trends and events that could shape today's market movements.
GIFT Nifty Update
The GIFT Nifty futures indicate a slightly negative start, trading at 26,085.50, down 0.08% or 21.50 points from the previous close. This suggests a cautious opening for the NSE Nifty and BSE Sensex.
Global Market Overview
US Markets
Major US indices closed with mixed results in the previous session:
| Index | Closing Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones | 48,731.98 | -0.04 |
| NASDAQ Composite | 23,613.80 | -0.09 |
| S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | 6,974.75 | -0.06 |
Asian Markets
Asian markets are showing a mixed trend:
| Index | Current Level | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | 50,508.84 | -0.48 |
| Hang Seng | 26,013.35 | +0.75 |
Commodity Trends
| Commodity | Price (USD) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 57.16 | +0.74 |
| Natural Gas | 3.93 | +1.34 |
| Gold | 4,529.30 | -0.51 |
| Silver | 77.72 | +0.67 |
| Copper | 4.20 | -0.06 |
Currency Update
The USD/INR pair is trading at 89.80, up 0.06% from the previous close.
FII/DII Activity
| Investor Type | Buy (₹ Cr) | Sell (₹ Cr) | Net (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FII/FPI | 12,832.34 | 13,149.90 | -317.56 |
| DII | 9,980.68 | 8,208.12 | 1,772.56 |
Block Deals
Notable block deals from the previous trading session:
| Company | Buyer | Seller | Shares | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CG Power & Industrial Solutions | PI OPPORTUNITIES AIF V LLP | PIONEER INVESTMENT FUND | 1,670,000 | 660.00 |
| Craftsman Automation | PI OPPORTUNITIES AIF V LLP | PIONEER INVESTMENT FUND | 79,250 | 7,140.00 |
Key Corporate Actions
Several companies have scheduled important events for today:
- Quarterly Result Announcement: Simbhaoli Sugars
- Extraordinary General Meetings: Shreenath Investments, Unipro Technologies, Adani Enterprises, Trishakti Electronics, Eppeltone Engineers, Siyaram Silk Mills, Best Agrolife
- Annual General Meetings: Rnit Ai Solutions, Dharan Infra-EPC, Trejhara Solutions, SBL Infratech, K&R Rail Engineering
- Stock Split: Caspian Corporate Services (10:1)
Latest Updates for Stocks Involved in Block Deals
- Craftsman Automation's subsidiary Dr Axion completed the acquisition of Suprash Developers and its subsidiary Srikara Technologies for ₹145.85 crore to establish a new manufacturing facility in Chennai.
- Craftsman Automation's wholly-owned subsidiary Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions converted ₹97.60 crores worth of CCPS and OCDs into equity shares while maintaining 100% ownership structure.
- CG Power & Industrial Solutions is reportedly in preliminary discussions with Apple for assembling and packaging iPhone components in India.
- CRISIL reaffirmed AA-/Stable rating for Craftsman Automation and its subsidiary DRAxion, enhancing bank facilities to ₹3,950 crores from ₹2,300 crores amid strong aluminum segment growth.
- Craftsman Automation announced a strategic partnership with Viksha Green Energy for solar power investment, marking the company's entry into the renewable energy sector.
As we head into the trading session, investors should keep a close eye on these factors and their potential impact on market movements.
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