Indian Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty Continue Gains Amid Global Cues and RBI Liquidity Push
Date: April 22, 2025
Author: SutraHub Editorial Desk
Category: Markets | Finance | Business News
🏦 Markets Open Strong Amid Mixed Global Sentiment
Indian stock markets opened in the green on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, reflecting cautious optimism from investors after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced liquidity-enhancing measures.
- 📊 Sensex opened around 79,540, up over 130 points.
- 📊 Nifty 50 began trading near 24,150, showing resilience amid global uncertainty.
These early gains were supported by strong buying interest in metal and banking stocks.
🔍 Sector Highlights: Metals and Banks Shine
🛠️ Metal Stocks Surge
Government action to impose a 12% safeguard duty on select steel imports gave a much-needed boost to companies like Tata Steel and JSW Steel.
🏦 Banks in Focus
After the RBI’s liquidity measures, estimated to inject up to ₹3 trillion into the financial system, banking stocks gained momentum. Analysts suggest this could support credit growth and boost lending capacity across private and PSU banks.
💼 Key Stocks in the Spotlight
🔋 Coal India
Announced a major power plant project in Jharkhand, worth ₹16,500 crore, pushing investor confidence and stock momentum.
🧴 Hindustan Unilever (HUL)
The FMCG giant made headlines with its acquisition of a majority stake in the parent company of skincare brand Minimalist, valued at ₹2,706.44 crore.
🌐 FII Activity and Rupee Movement
- 💰 Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net buyers with inflows of ₹1,970.17 crore on Monday, signaling strong overseas confidence in Indian markets.
- 💱 The Indian Rupee is expected to remain firm this week, aided by capital inflows and a weaker U.S. dollar, adding further strength to equity markets.
🔮 Market Outlook & Expert View
Market experts recommend a buy-on-dips strategy as long as the Nifty remains above 23,950. Immediate resistance is seen near 24,250, while the medium-term outlook remains bullish, supported by:
- Strong quarterly earnings
- Liquidity support from RBI
- Increasing retail investor participation
- Robust FII flows
📌 Summary
📈 Conclusion
With supportive policies, rising investor sentiment, and strong corporate activity, the Indian stock market outlook remains positive. However, investors are advised to stay alert to global cues and book profits where necessary.
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