Indian shares open higher on easing trade woes, steady foreign inflows
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: May 05 2025
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Source: Reuters
Indian Stock Market Performance: Indian shares opened higher, with the Nifty 50 up 0.3% and the BSE Sensex gaining 0.2%, supported by easing global trade tensions and steady foreign inflows, marking their longest weekly winning streak in 2025.
Sector Gains and Individual Stock Update: Ten out of thirteen major sectors saw gains, while Kotak Mahindra Bank's stock fell 3% due to a larger-than-expected drop in quarterly profit linked to increased provisions for bad loans.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
