Indian Stocks Poised for Muted Start Amid Global Trade Tensions

Indian benchmark indices are expected to open flat to slightly positive on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. GIFT Nifty futures traded marginally higher at 22,961, indicating a subdued start for domestic markets. Investors remain cautious as U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose fresh tariffs on auto, pharma, and chip imports. Asian markets showed mixed performance, with some indices declining on trade war concerns. The Sensex and Nifty closed marginally lower in the previous session, continuing their recent downtrend. Market participants will closely watch global cues and trading activity of foreign institutional investors for further direction.

 

Sources: Economic Times, Business Standard, NDTV Profit