Sensex, Nifty Open Higher as Global Cues Boost Investor Sentiment; Gold Prices Surge

Positive Global Trends Lift Sensex, Nifty at Open; Gold Hits New Highs

Written by: Supriya Kadu

Edited by: Pinky Deshmukh

Last Updated: May 20, 2025

Summary: Markets begin strong, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining on global momentum; gold prices increase as the dollar falls.

The Indian stock market opened higher on Tuesday, driven by positive global signals and strong demand in primary sectors. The BSE Sensex opened at 82,116.17, up 56.75 points, while the Nifty50 jumped 50.75 points to 24,996.20.

The growth of the metal, automotive, and IT sectors has created an optimistic environment. The Nifty Metal index is at the forefront, indicating an increasing demand from China, while the automotive sector thrives on the anticipation of strong domestic demand.

Global markets also provided help. Asian equities opened higher following overnight gains in the U.S., with Japan’s Nikkei 225 and South Korea’s Kospi showing solid upticks. The rally was fueled by positive economic data and expectations of a rate cut by the Reserve Bank of Australia, which helped improve global risk appetite.

Back home, the mid and small-cap indices fell slightly as investors booked profits following a recent rise. Nonetheless, overall investor sentiment remained positive.

Gold prices rose on the commodities market as the dollar fell. Spot gold surged over 0.9%, trading above $2,450 per ounce, as investors sought safer assets amid persistent geopolitical and economic concerns. Crude oil prices also rose somewhat, with Brent at around $84 and WTI at $80.

On the earnings front, significant companies like Hindalco, Gland Pharma, and Solar Industries will be releasing their quarterly results this week, which may further affect market direction.

Analysts predict markets to stay range-bound with a positive bias, aided by strong FII inflows and lower inflation statistics. However, they recommend caution in the short run due to global concerns.