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Indian Stock Market Trends and Key Stocks
The Indian stock market closed lower on Tuesday, July 21, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 indices declining due to tensions in the Middle East and higher crude oil prices.
The market is expected to open cautiously on Wednesday.
Several companies, including Eternal, Nestle India, and Indian Hotels, are in focus as they declare their Q1 results.
Adani Total Gas reported a decline in net profit, while Indian Hotels and Adani Energy Solutions saw significant increases.
Bandhan Bank and TVS Holdings also reported strong profit growth.
Maruti Suzuki announced a price increase due to rising input costs.
The market's performance is influenced by global cues, crude oil prices, and geopolitical tensions.
Indian stock market closed lower on July 21 due to geopolitical tensions and higher crude oil prices.
Sensex dropped 238 points to 77,470.11, and Nifty 50 fell 51 points to 24,187.70.
Market expected to open cautiously on July 22 with Gift Nifty trading near 24,108.
Key stocks in focus include Eternal, Nestle India, Indian Hotels, and Adani Energy Solutions.
Adani Total Gas reported a 14% decline in net profit, while Indian Hotels saw an 18.67% increase.
- Who
- Indian stock market investors, companies declaring Q1 results
- What
- Stock market trends and key stock performances
- Where
- India
- When
- July 21, 2026
- Why
- Market trends influenced by geopolitical tensions, crude oil prices, and company performances
Optimistic View
Pessimistic View
Market Sentiment
Optimistic View
Positive global cues may support market sentiment.
Pessimistic View
Elevated crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions may dampen investor confidence.
Crude Oil Prices
Optimistic View
Stable crude oil prices could be beneficial for the market.
Pessimistic View
High crude oil prices may negatively impact inflation, import bills, and corporate margins.
Key facts
- Sensex
- 77,470.11
- Nifty 50
- 24,187.70
- Gift Nifty
- 24,108
- Crude Oil Price Range
- $84–85 per barrel
- Adani Total Gas Q1 Net Profit
- ₹142 crore
- Indian Hotels Q1 Net Profit
- ₹390.81 crore
- Adani Energy Solutions Q1 Net Profit
- ₹1,149 crore
- Bandhan Bank Q1 Net Profit
- ₹502 crore
- Maruti Suzuki Price Increase
- Up to ₹30,000
- Cyient DLM Q1 PAT
- ₹16.3 crore
- TVS Holdings Q1 Net Profit
- ₹1,173.5 crore
- JSW Infrastructure Q1 Net Profit
- ₹357.6 crore
Quotes
Ponmudi R
CEO of Enrich Money
“"Indian equities are poised for a measured start on Wednesday, with positive global cues expected to underpin sentiment, although elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical tensions are likely to temper risk appetite. Still, gains in domestic markets may remain measured as crude oil prices continue to hover near the $84–85 per barrel range. The renewed strength in oil is keeping investors cautious over its potential impact on India's inflation outlook, import bill and corporate margi…”
livemint.com
Sources
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