Exchanges & Indices: How Nifty, Sensex, S&P 500, etc. Really Work Hook You hear it every day:“Markets are up.”“Nifty fell 150 points.”“S&P 500 hits new high.” But what does that actually mean?Who decides these numbers? And why do they move—even if your stocks don’t? In this lesson, we’ll make stock exchanges and indices feel simple. […]
If you were watching markets on Friday, 17 October 2025, you saw a tale of two tapes: Europe and much of Asia slid on renewed worries around U.S. regional banks and trade tensions, while Wall Street clawed back modest gains by the close. Commodities told their own story—gold cooled after notching fresh records earlier in
🌍 Global Cues Global markets are showing early signs of recovery. US markets ended mixed overnight as investors balanced weak inflation data with renewed trade tension between the US and China. Asian indices traded steady this morning, with Japan’s Nikkei up 0.2% and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng marginally higher. Oil prices remain soft, hitting five-month lows
🌍 Global & Macro Cues Global markets are cautiously steady on early U.S. futures strength and European gains ahead of key central bank commentary. Commodity prices, especially oil, are under the spotlight once again as supply concerns resurface. China demand data later today could add spice for Asian markets. Meanwhile, the U.S. Fed speeches scheduled
Quick Look: GIFT Nifty is signaling a mild risk-off start today after three straight sessions of gains. Markets remain cautious as Q2 earnings season begins, large IPO flows continue, and FIIs remain watchful. Trade selectively — let price + volume + open interest confirm moves 🌍 Global cues (what’s steering the session) Overnight global flows
🏁 Market Close & Index Performance The markets continued their positive momentum on October 3. After a cautious start, buying in banking, metals, and consumer names helped benchmarks finish with gains. According to reports: Nifty 50 closed near 24,894.25, up ~57.95 points or ~0.23%. Sensex rose ~224 points, driven by rally in heavyweight stocks. Bank
