GIFT Nifty Open Steady; Global Rally, FII Inflows, Oil Moves, and India–US Trade Talks Back in Focus

September 10, 2025 | 9:20 AM IST: Indian equities opened higher on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. As of 11:37 am, GIFT Nifty was trading at 25,085, a gain of 165.00 points or 0.66%. It opened at 24,940.00, marginally above the previous close of 24,963.

Global Market Cues: Wall Street Extends Record Run

US markets staged an overnight rally. S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all closed at new highs. Expectations of a US Fed rate cut and heavy buying in tech stocks lifted the mood. Asian markets trailed. The Taiwan Weighted and the Kospi each gained almost 1%. Investors expect central banks to continue supporting growth.

Domestic Market Recap: IT Takes the Lead

Indian markets closed firm on Tuesday. The Sensex gained 314 points to close at 81,101.32, and the Nifty gained 95 points to 24,868.60. IT, pharma, and FMCG shares led the way. Infosys, Wipro, Dr. Reddy’s, and Tech Mahindra were among the gainers. Oil & gas and realty shares lagged.

Institutional Flows: FIIs Drive Inflows

Foreign investors were active buyers. FIIs purchased 11,896.67 crore and sold 9,846.21 crore, providing net inflows of 2,050.46 crore. DIIs purchased 10,422.84 crore and sold 10,339.76 crore, with net inflows of 83.08 crore.

India–US Trade Talks Back in the Limelight

US President Donald Trump announced that the US and India will resume trade negotiations. He referred to India as a “very special relationship” and wished for a fair agreement in the near future. PM Narendra Modi welcomed the talks. He referred to the US as a “close friend” and mentioned both sides can harness “limitless potential” together. The words of both leaders reflect a clear thrust towards strengthening ties.

Oil Prices Stable

Oil prices were unchanged. Brent crude was at $66.74 and WTI was at $62.99.

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