Trade Setup for Today: Global Cues and Key Events to Watch on October 23, 2025
GIFT Nifty down 0.11% at 26,258.50. US markets mixed: Dow -0.71%, NASDAQ +0.28%. Asian markets varied: Nikkei -1.37%, Hang Seng -0.04%. Crude oil surges +4.65%. USD/INR at 87.81, up 0.12%. FIIs net buyers, DIIs net sellers. Key results and dividends due.
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Market Overview
As we approach the opening bell on October 23, 2025, global markets present a mixed picture, with potential implications for domestic indices.
GIFT Nifty Update
The GIFT Nifty futures stand at 26,258.50, down 0.11% from the previous close, hinting at a potentially subdued start for the NSE Nifty.
US Markets
US indices closed with mixed results:
| Index | Change (%) | Closing Value |
|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones | -0.71 | 46,611.41 |
| NASDAQ | +0.28 | 23,028.25 |
| S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | +0.16 | 6,747.75 |
Asian Markets
Asian markets show varied movements:
| Index | Change (%) | Current Value |
|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | -1.37 | 48,631.23 |
| Hang Seng | -0.04 | 25,770.93 |
Commodity Trends
Key commodities are experiencing notable shifts:
| Commodity | Price (USD) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 59.90 | +4.65 |
| Gold | 4,090.10 | +0.61 |
| Silver | 47.87 | +0.39 |
| Natural Gas | 3.44 | -0.35 |
Currency Updates
The USD/INR pair is trading at 87.81, up 0.12% from the previous close.
FII/DII Activity
Recent institutional activity shows:
| Investor Type | Date | Buy (₹ Cr) | Sell (₹ Cr) | Net (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FII | Oct 21, 2025 | 622.39 | 525.67 | +96.72 |
| DII | Oct 21, 2025 | 324.13 | 931.14 | -607.01 |
Key Corporate Actions
Several companies have important events scheduled for today:
Quarterly Results
LAURUSLABS, VTL, JUMBO, ACL, PFS, TTML, VINEETLAB, HINDUNILVR, COLPAL, SAGCEM, ANNAPURNA, FABTECH, STHINPA
Dividend Announcements
- ICICIGI: Interim dividend of ₹6.50
- UNIPARTS: Special dividend of ₹22.50
- KSOLVES: Interim dividend of ₹5.00
Conclusion
Investors should closely monitor these global cues, corporate actions, and institutional flows as they may influence market sentiment and individual stock movements during today's trading session.
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