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The GIFT Nifty signaled a positive opening for Indian equities, with Nifty futures trading at 23,181 around 7:10 AM IST.

Market Update 8:15 AM: U.S. stock markets ended Tuesday’s session on a mixed note as Investors assessed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s latest remarks, which suggested no immediate need for rate cuts. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 123.24 points, or 0.28 per cent, closing at 44,593.65. The S&P 500 inched up 1.96 points, or 0.03 per cent, to settle at 6,068.50, while the Nasdaq Composite slipped 71.41 points, or 0.36 per cent, ending at 19,643.86.

Asian markets opened on a mixed note Wednesday as traders reacted to Powell’s comments, indicating a cautious outlook on rate cuts.

The GIFT Nifty signaled a positive opening for Indian equities, with Nifty futures trading at 23,181 around 7:10 AM IST.

The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield edged slightly lower to 4.52 per cent, while the 2-year yield remained unchanged at 4.28 per cent.

The U.S. dollar retreated slightly to 108.04, pulling back from its recent highs driven by tariff-related news. Investors awaited fresh inflation data and updates on global trade policies.

WTI crude oil prices slipped to USD 73 per barrel on Wednesday, ending a three-day winning streak. The decline followed a sharp 9-million-barrel rise in U.S. crude stockpiles, far exceeding estimates. Traders remained cautious amid escalating trade tensions and economic uncertainty.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) accelerated their selling spree on February 11, offloading equities worth Rs 4,486 crore. On the other hand, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) provided some support, purchasing stocks worth Rs 4,001 crore on the same day.

Manappuram Finance remains under the F&O ban today.

Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.