Stock Market Summary – February 19, 2025

Updated: February 19, 2025 08:14

Image Source: The Economic Times

Today's Market at 08:00am

US Market (Futures)

Nasdaq = +35

Dow Jones = +35

S&P 500 = +7

European (Futures)

Ftse 100 = -8

Cac 40 = +17

Dax = +6

Asian

Nikkei 225 = -210

ASX 200 = -55

Straits Times = +14

Hang Seng = -67

Taiwan weighted = -65

Kospi = +45.50

China A50 = +34

Gift Nifty = 22960 (-12)

FII and DII Trading Activity for February 18, 2025 in Cash market:

FIIs: Net Buy of ₹4786.56 crore

DIIs: Net Buy of ₹3072.19 crore

Global Stock Markets & Economy

U.S. & Europe: Equity markets hit record highs, with the S&P 500 closing at 6,129.58 due to strong corporate earnings.

European stocks are booming, with the STOXX 600 index at an all-time high, driven by rising economic optimism.

Fund managers are bullish on Europe, citing growth potential and undervaluation compared to U.S. stocks.

U.S. market outlook remains strong, despite recent underperformance compared to international stocks.

Asian markets: Watching key interest rate decisions and Chinese housing data; New Zealand expected to cut rates, Indonesia likely to hold steady.

Key Stocks to Watch Out for:

Tata Steel: Received approval for a £1.25 billion investment in electric arc furnace steelmaking in Port Talbot, backed by £500 million from the UK government, preserving 5,000 jobs and reducing CO2 emissions by 90%.

Aurobindo Pharma: US FDA inspection at Eugia Steriles (Feb 10–18) resulted in 5 procedural observations.

Mahindra Lifespace Developers: Partnered with Livingstone Infra for a Rs 1,650 crore cluster redevelopment project in Mahalaxmi.

Rail Vikas Nigam: Secured a Rs 554.5 crore contract for Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project.

Piramal Pharma: US FDA inspection at Turbhe facility (Feb 11–17) resulted in 6 procedural observations (not data-related).

Transformers & Rectifiers India: Received Rs 166.45 crore order from Hyosung T&D India.

Larsen & Toubro: Acquired remaining 26% stake in L&T Special Steels & Heavy Forgings from NPCIL, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.

Container Corporation of India: Awarded a Rs 689.76 crore contract for manufacturing 30 BLSS (spine car) rakes, to be completed by August 11, 2026.

Cello World: Fire incident at its Daman unit; no casualties; covered by insurance.

RBM Infracon: Received a Rs 7.22 crore service order from Reliance Industries for mechanical works (Phase-1B).

Bulk Deals & Market Movements:

Bharti Airtel: Promoter Indian Continent Investment sold 0.84% stake for Rs 8,485.1 crore at Rs 1,660 per share. Promoter Bharti Telecom bought 0.2% stake.

Mainboard listing on Feb 19: Hexaware Technologies

SME listings on Feb 19: Voler Car, PS Raj Steels, Maxvolt Energy Industries

Manappuram Finance: F&O ban on Feb 19.

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