Trade Setup for Today: Key Things to Know Before the Opening Bell on July 22, 2026
GIFT Nifty indicates a flat to slightly positive opening with marginal gains of 14.50 points. US markets closed mixed with Dow and NASDAQ posting gains while S&P futures declined. Asian markets show divergence as Nikkei surged 1.75% but Hang Seng fell 0.69%. Commodities display strength with gold up 1.19% and crude oil gaining 1.11%. FIIs turned net buyers with ₹1,650 crore inflows while DIIs sold ₹657 crore. Major quarterly results from BPCL, IndusInd Bank, Dr. Reddy's Labs and 86 other companies will drive market sentiment today.
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Global markets are showing mixed signals as traders prepare for another eventful session. With major quarterly results lined up and key commodity movements in focus, here's what you need to know before the opening bell.
GIFT Nifty Update
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| SGX Nifty | 24,118.00 |
| Change | +14.50 points |
| Change % | +0.06% |
| Previous Close | 24,103.50 |
| Day High | 24,130.50 |
| Day Low | 24,097.50 |
GIFT Nifty futures are trading marginally higher, indicating a flat to slightly positive opening for domestic indices.
US Markets
| Index | Level | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones | 52,245.82 | +385.56 | +0.74% |
| NASDAQ | 25,850.61 | +321.53 | +1.26% |
| S&P 500 (E-Mini) | 7,539.50 | -6.25 | -0.08% |
US markets closed with mixed performance, with the Dow and NASDAQ posting gains while S&P 500 futures showed slight weakness in after-hours trading.
Asian Markets
| Index | Level | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | 67,392.27 | +1,160.08 | +1.75% |
| Hang Seng | 24,958.99 | -173.30 | -0.69% |
| FTSE 100 | 10,585.91 | +61.15 | +0.58% |
Asian markets are trading mixed, with Japan's Nikkei showing strong gains while Hong Kong's Hang Seng declined.
Commodity Trends
| Commodity | Price (USD) | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 85.28 | +0.94 | +1.11% |
| Gold Futures | 4,124.80 | +48.40 | +1.19% |
| Silver Futures | 60.05 | +0.94 | +1.59% |
| Natural Gas | 2.90 | +0.03 | +1.05% |
| Copper | 6.53 | -0.02 | -0.27% |
| Platinum | 1,671.75 | +34.75 | +2.12% |
Commodities are showing a mixed to positive trend, with precious metals leading the gains. Crude oil continues its upward momentum, while copper shows slight weakness.
Currency Updates
| Currency Pair | Rate | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD/INR | 96.23 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| EUR/USD | 1.14 | +0.00 | +0.03% |
The rupee remained stable against the dollar, while the euro showed marginal strength.
FII/DII Activity
Latest Trading Data (July 21, 2026)
| Investor Type | Buy (₹ Cr) | Sell (₹ Cr) | Net (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FII/FPI | 16,327.88 | 14,677.72 | +1,650.16 |
| DII | 14,638.54 | 15,295.42 | -656.88 |
Foreign investors turned net buyers with inflows of ₹1,650.16 crore, while domestic institutions were net sellers to the tune of ₹656.88 crore.
Block Deals
| Company | Seller | Buyer | Shares | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bliss GVS Pharma | Arian Investment Ltd | Nova Vida Limited | 700,000 | 485.00 |
Latest Update for Stocks Involved in Block Deals
Bliss GVS Pharma has been in focus with several recent developments:
- Anupam Rasayan India Ltd designated Mates Visa Consultancy Pvt Ltd as a person acting in concert for its open offer to acquire 26% stake
- Company declared a final dividend of ₹1.00 per share for FY26 at its 41st AGM
- Appointed Rahul Adakmol as CEO effective July 15, 2026, with Santosh Parab joining as Additional Director
- Reported strong FY26 results with consolidated revenue of ₹1,00,064.26 lakh, up 18.26% YoY, and net profit rising 49.27% to ₹13,472.77 lakh
Key Corporate Actions Today
Today marks a busy day for corporate actions with 86 companies scheduled for various events:
Major Quarterly Results
- Oil & Gas: BPCL, Hindustan Petroleum, Adani Green Energy, Adani Power
- Banking & Finance: IndusInd Bank, IIFL Finance, CSB Bank, UCO Bank
- Pharmaceuticals: Dr. Reddy's Labs, Nestle India
- Technology: Oracle Financial Services, Tata Communications
- Others: SRF, HEG, Schaeffler India, United Spirits
Dividend Announcements
- Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC: Final dividend of ₹25.50 per share
- Hawkins Cookers: Final dividend of ₹140.00 per share
- Thangamayil Jewellery: Final dividend of ₹18.00 per share
- HEG: Final dividend of ₹3.40 per share
AGM/EGM Schedule
Several companies including TVS Motors, Shoppers Stop, KFin Technologies, and Orient Electric have scheduled their Annual General Meetings.
Today's session promises to be eventful with a packed earnings calendar and mixed global cues. The stability in GIFT Nifty suggests a cautious start, while commodity strength and FII inflows provide some support. Investors should keep a close watch on quarterly results and management commentary for sector-specific trends.
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