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📅 Market Round-Up: April 21, 2025

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📈 Indian Markets: Fifth Consecutive Day of Gains

Indian equity benchmarks continued their upward trajectory, marking the fifth straight session of gains:

  • Sensex: Closed at 79,421.68, up 855 points (+1.09%)

  • Nifty 50: Ended at 24,125.55, rising 274 points (+1.15%)

This rally was driven by strong performances in the banking and IT sectors, bolstered by positive quarterly earnings and increased foreign investments. (Source: The Times of India)

🔝 Top Gainers

  • Tech Mahindra: +4.91%

  • IndusInd Bank: +4.5%

  • Power Grid Corporation: +4.3%

  • Bajaj Finserv: +4.1%

  • Mahindra & Mahindra: +3.9%

Mid-cap and small-cap indices also outperformed:

  • Nifty Midcap 100: +2.55%

  • Nifty Smallcap 100: +2.26% (Source: Samco)

🌐 Global Markets: U.S. Stocks Decline Amid Trade Concerns

U.S. stock markets opened lower, reflecting investor concerns over ongoing trade tensions:

  • Dow Jones: Down 0.99% at 38,756.24

  • Nasdaq: Fell 1.38% to 16,061.70

  • S&P 500: Decreased by 1.09% to 5,225.17

These declines are attributed to apprehensions regarding President Trump’s trade policies and potential economic repercussions.

🪙 Commodities & Crypto: Gold and Bitcoin Surge

  • Gold: Prices soared past ₹96,000 per 10g in India.

  • Bitcoin: Rose 3.3% to $87,518 with bullish market sentiment.

📌 Noteworthy Developments

  • UTI Mutual Fund: Joined the ONDC Network to promote financial inclusion.

  • Muthoot Finance: Announced an interim dividend of ₹26 for FY25 (Record Date: April 25).

  • Angel One: Shares surged 5.4% after declaring ₹26 dividend despite a 48.7% Q4 profit dip.

📊 Investor Sentiment & Outlook

Retail participation remains strong, with mutual fund SIP inflows hitting new highs. Analysts suggest sticking to quality stocks amid potential volatility.

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