Opening Bell - Morning Commentary U.S. Markets Retreat as Investors Reassess Recent Optimism U.S. equity markets closed modestly lower Tuesday during a session marked by minimal economic data releases. The pullback follows a robust rebound over the past month, prompting investors to question the sustainability of recent optimism fuelled by apparent…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Japan's PM Raises Alarm on Economic Challenges, Late U.S. Market Recovery to Boost Our Markets' Opening. US stocks recovered from steep early-session losses and closed slightly higher on Monday. Investors digested news that a major ratings agency had downgraded its U.S. federal government debt assessment. The major…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary US Credit Rating Downgrade to Temper Global Market Sentiment, Local Small and Midcap Stocks are likely to Remain Resilient. Moody’s Investors Service cut the United States' credit rating, citing concerns over rising debt and political deadlock. This is a jolt to US markets, though it may not impact it immediately, …

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Trade war truce between USA & China lifts sentiments across the globe, lower inflation print will propel the RBI to cut rates in the forthcoming policy The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq closed higher on Tuesday for a second straight day after softer-than-expected inflation numbers added to investor optimism after the U.S.…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Markets to digest recent gains U.S. equity markets rose sharply to start the week, as the United States and China agreed to a 90-day pause on the escalating tariffs placed on each other and will temporarily reduce their respective levies. The two countries announced this in a rare joint statement following high-sta…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary US stocks rose on a trade deal with the UK - Our markets fell as geopolitical tensions escalated. U.S. equity markets closed higher on Thursday, following a trade agreement between the U.S. and U.K., Which is expected to lower U.S. tariffs on products such as autos, steel, aluminium and aerospace engines imported f…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Emerging Markets currency Index rises to an all-time high - Expect more demand for emerging markets assets. U.S. equity markets closed modestly lower on Monday, with the S&P 500 snapping a streak of nine consecutive days with positive returns. The energy sector was a laggard, declining by 2%, driven by a fall in oi…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Record GST numbers since its launch. U.S. stocks advanced on Thursday, with the Dow and S&P 500 posting their eighth straight session of gains after strong results from mega-caps Microsoft and Meta eased concerns about artificial intelligence spending. Microsoft surged 7.6% and closed at its highest level since lat…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Corporate Results and Global Politics to Steer Markets U.S. equity markets closed higher on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 extending its winning streak to six consecutive days. Stocks finished in positive territory after fluctuating between modest gains and losses during choppy trading as investors evaluated recent corp…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Wall Street Pauses as Key Economic Reports and Corporate Earnings Loom The S&P 500 closed a choppy session nearly unchanged on Monday, weighed down by mega-caps as investors awaited several catalysts, including key economic data and earnings from some of the largest U.S. companies. Approximately 30% of companies in…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Do not predict, prepare. U.S. stock markets rallied significantly, with all major indices posting substantial weekly gains as reports suggested easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Potential agreements with other trading partners further bolstered market sentiment. The Nasdaq Composite led with a 6.7% …

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Sentiment remains cautious amid signs of escalation in geopolitical tensions - markets will find buying support at lower levels during pullbacks. The apparent U.S. softening on China tariffs was a welcome sign for markets battered by Trump's erratic trade policies. On Wednesday, the US stock market ended higher on …

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary U.S. stocks and the dollar rebound as Trump steps back With gains led by the financials and consumer discretionary sectors, U.S. equity markets have advanced, signalling a shift towards risk-on sentiment among investors. Wall Street indices posted substantial gains, rebounding significantly following Trump's commen…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Trump's Fed Criticism Rattles Markets Amid escalating trade tensions, President Donald Trump intensified his public criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Monday, labelling him "a major loser" and "Mr. Too Late" for not lowering interest rates faster. This persistent critique unsettled financial market…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Time to look at smaller stocks Indian stock markets posted significant gains during the truncated trading week, driven by easing retail and wholesale inflation figures that bolstered hopes for policy stability. U.S. stock indices retreated last week; volatility remains elevated by historical standards. Investors ar…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary WTO cuts global trade outlook U.S. equity markets closed sharply lower on Wednesday, driven by weakness in the technology sector and hawkish-leaning commentary from the Fed. Semiconductor manufacturer NVIDIA announced that it will take a charge of up to $5.5 billion as a result of the U.S. government's decision to …

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Tariff uncertainty keeps global investors on edge U.S. stocks ended slightly lower on Tuesday as tariff uncertainty remained high, shares of consumer and healthcare companies eased, and upbeat bank results provided some support. After a few weeks of intense volatility, US markets remained relatively quiet. The Cboe…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Markets to Gap UP as Global Sentiment Improves U.S. stocks finished higher on Monday, with Apple providing the most significant boost to the S&P 500 after the White House exempted smartphones and computers from new tariffs. Uncertainty regarding future tariffs restrained optimism, causing the main indexes to close …

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Bond vigilantes compel Trump's Tariff Pivot, Short Covering to Propel Indian Markets and Catch-Up with Globe Today US markets closed lower on Thursday, as energy and technology stocks led to the downside. The retreat came on the back of a stunning 8% to 12% rally across major indexes on Wednesday when President Tru…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Action packed day ahead: Trump Tariff saga, US FOMC Minutes, RBI rate cut and possible change in stance, Weekly derivative expiry U.S. equity markets closed lower on Tuesday, reversing gains at the open, as investors continue to digest the latest tariff headlines. The S&P had risen more than 4% earlier on Tuesday o…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Roller-coaster session on Wall Street, Strong start and bargain hunting on cards for our markets The S&P 500 and the Dow closed lower on Monday after a roller coaster session, with investors worried about an economic slowdown and rising inflation. Markets continue to digest the latest U.S. tariff announcements - On…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Brace for the Opening Slump On April 2, President Donald Trump announced U.S. reciprocal tariff plans that exceeded market expectations in their scope and severity. A 10% minimum tariff will apply to all imports entering the U.S. beginning April 5, with higher tariffs targeting countries with which the U.S. maintai…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Trump Tariffs Stir Recession Fears Wall Street benchmarks slumped on Thursday, ending with the largest one-day percentage losses in years, as U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs ignited fears of an all-out trade war and a global economic recession. The S&P 500 lost 275 points, or 4.85%, to end at 5395 po…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Global stock markets plunge after Trump announces harsher-than-expected tariffs President Donald Trump laid out the U.S. “reciprocal tariff” rates that more than 180 countries and territories, including European Union members, will face under his sweeping new trade policy. Trump, who referred to April 2 as "Liberat…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary All Eyes on April 2 US Tariff Announcement The American stock market faces a significant challenge in the forthcoming week as President Donald Trump's tariff implementation deadline approaches alongside an employment report that may potentially reveal economic deceleration. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite post…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary* *Wall Street ends lower as investors digest Trump's auto tariffs; Indian smaller stocks to remain in demand today.* Stock indexes fell for a second day as markets digested the latest round of tariff announcements. President Trump announced yesterday that he would slap *25% tariffs on automotive imports* to the U.S…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Wall Street ends down sharply on tariff worries U.S. equity markets experienced a notable downturn, breaking a three-day winning streak. Equity-market weakness was primarily concentrated in growth sectors of the market following a report that NVIDIA could face more stringent regulations in China, which weighed on s…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Markets poised for a higher start US equity markets advanced on Tuesday, driven by gains in communication services and consumer discretionary sectors. Market participants reacted to consumer sentiment data and anticipated a potentially more accommodating trade policy from the Trump administration in the coming week…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Trump's Conciliatory Tone Boosts Market Confidence Markets closed higher Monday on reports that the Trump administration may initially pursue a narrower set of reciprocal tariffs on a group of countries that represent the majority of U.S. trade This could reduce the scope of the inflation impact of tariffs, while a…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Markets Rally as Trump Signals Potential Tariff Flexibility US index futures are buoyant on signs that the next round of President Donald Trump's trade tariffs on April 2nd could be more measured than previously suggested. Trump has symbolically branded the April 2 start date for his reciprocal tariffs as America's…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Markets at Highest Level in Over a Month: Poised at Critical Resistance Threshold US equity markets retreated Thursday as materials and consumer staples sectors led the decline. Investor confidence has waned in recent weeks following economic indicators suggesting both economic activity and consumer sentiment are c…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Foreigners fuel market rally U.S. equity markets finished lower on Tuesday, giving back part of the gains from the previous two sessions. Growth sectors of the US market such as technology and communication services were among the laggards while value sectors such as energy and health care fared better yesterday. T…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Global market upswing maintains strength for second consecutive day US stocks rose on Monday, building on their comeback from a four-week rout on Wall Street exacerbated by President Donald Trump’s chaotic tariff policy rollout and falling consumer confidence. Investors were encouraged to see a rebound in U.S. reta…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Economic Indicators Ignite Hopes for Potential Market Recovery Ahead US stocks bounced back sharply on Friday as investors pushed aside growing concerns over the global trade war and bought back beaten down stocks. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have their best day of the year on Friday, both leaping more than 2%. Stocks r…

HSL Prime Research Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Economic Tailwinds Set to Ignite Market Optimism U.S. investors breathed a sigh of relief on Wednesday after February inflation figures came in below forecasts, triggering a rebound in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq from six-month lows. This positive momentum should help put global markets on a firm foot…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Shifting Sands - Markets Navigate Trump's Tariff Flip-Flop and Ukraine Ceasefire Prospects U.S. stocks declined Tuesday, extending the most significant selloff in months, as investors grappled with concerns about how the latest tariff threats might impact the global economy. Markets experienced volatility amid cont…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Wall Street Plunges as Recession Fears Intensify U.S. stocks tumbled Monday amid ongoing tariff conflicts and growing concerns about a potential federal government shutdown, fueling worries that the U.S. economy might be heading toward a recession. Weaker consumer sentiment, slower consumer spending, and tariff ris…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Nifty's Resilient Comeback Set to Test Critical 22700-22725 Barrier Zone This Week Trade tensions burdened markets as the S&P 500 recorded its third consecutive weekly decline and steepest weekly drop since September. Market volatility persisted amid uncertainty over President Trump's announced tariffs—25% on Canad…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Volatility is expected to make its presence felt today. U.S. equity markets closed lower on Thursday, with growth segments leading the downside. Shares of semiconductor manufacturer Marvell fell by nearly 20% after the company reported better-than-expected earnings; however, forward guidance disappointed, highlight…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Short covering to support markets today. US equity markets finished higher on Wednesday following an announcement that the U.S. will exempt autos from the 25% tariffs that were implemented yesterday on imports from Canada and Mexico for one month. The tariff relief boosted sentiment, with the S&P 500 finishing high…

Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary All eyes on Trump's Speech US President Donald Trump will address a joint session of Congress today. He will lay out his vision in office for the next four years. The address is his first major speech to lawmakers since returning to office in January 2025. Trump's address comes as the administration seeks to …

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Stocks tumble after Trump announces tariffs President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that tariffs on Mexico and Canada will proceed as planned, with all imported products from these nations facing a 25% duty starting Tuesday. With negotiations reaching a deadlock, both countries have exhausted their options to st…

Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary Some respite in the offing for the Bulls Relief for the bulls appears to be on the horizon, offering a welcome break from recent challenges. Equity markets closed higher on Friday following U.S. inflation data that matched consensus expectations. Stocks in the Asia-Pacific region opened higher on Monday, shru…

HSL Prime Research Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary Market to Focus on Derivative Rollovers. Stock markets closed mixed on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq modestly higher while the Dow Jones fell. U.S. equity markets also closed lower on Tuesday as consumer confidence declined more than expected. Artificial intelligence chipmaker Nvid…

Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary Trump's Tariff Plans Weigh on Global Sentiment US equity markets closed lower on Monday, with technology and consumer discretionary stocks leading the decline, reflecting a risk-off sentiment. President Trump confirmed that tariffs on Canada and Mexico will take effect next week after the 30-day pause impleme…

Opening Bell - Morning Commentary Cautious Mood on D-street – Markets to open lower on weak global cues Major U.S. indices retreated during the holiday-shortened week, with sharp losses in the latter half erasing early gains. Walmart's conservative guidance for the upcoming year triggered broader concerns about consumer spending and economic health…

Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary Walmart's forecast dampened investor risk appetite U.S. stocks sold off on Thursday as ongoing tariff jitters and a downbeat Walmart forecast dampened investor risk appetite. Dow Jones posted its most significant one-day loss since Jan. 10 — down 450 points, or 1% — while the S&P 500 SPX shed 0.4% after scori…

Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary Federal Reserve meeting minutes signal a pause in interest rate cut U.S. stocks ended modestly higher on Wednesday, and the S&P 500 notched its second straight all-time closing high as investors scrutinized the minutes from the Federal Reserve's January policy meeting and digested U.S. President Donald Trump'…

Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary Asian shares slipped on the threat of a broader global trade war. All three major US stock indexes swung between losses and gains before turning positive in the final minutes of trading. The S&P 500 edged to a new record close in a shortened holiday week. The market faces several key factors: the end of earni…

HSL Prime Research Opening Bell - Daily Morning Commentary The short-term bottom seems in place - 22800 is a key support. US stock markets were closed for trading on Monday for the President's Day Holiday. At least six Fed officials are due to speak this week, and markets will pay attention to their views on future rate cuts. European shares marked…