Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Flat; HDB Financial, ICICI Lombard, Trent in Focus on Q1 Results
Sensex and Nifty opened flat on July 16 amid mixed global cues. Stocks like HDB Financial, ICICI Lombard, Trent, and Tech Mahindra are in focus following Q1 results. Follow live updates here
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The Indian equity markets opened on a muted note on July 16, 2025, as the Sensex and Nifty 50 traded flat amid mixed global cues and investor caution ahead of earnings reports.
Market Highlights (Morning Session):
Sensex was hovering around 76,400, while Nifty 50 held close to 23,250
Midcaps and smallcaps showed mild strength in early trade
Investors are watching quarterly earnings and macro trends closely
Stocks in Focus:
HDB Financial Services: In spotlight after declaring its Q1 FY26 results
ICICI Lombard: Investors reacted to earnings and commentary on premium growth
Trent: Continued upward momentum after strong retail performance
Tech Mahindra: Under watch amid IT sector uncertainty
Angel One: Q1 update and client growth trends in focus
PVR INOX: Tracking box office trends and footfall recovery
ITC Hotels: Spinoff-related movement and hospitality growth outlook
Global Cues:
Asian markets showed mixed movement
U.S. markets closed flat overnight
Oil prices remained stable; bond yields dipped slightly
With earnings season in full swing, market participants are expected to trade cautiously, reacting to both results and management commentary.
Stay tuned for live updates as more companies announce their Q1 FY26 results.