Stock Market Live Updates 16 April 2025: Equities seen opening flat-to-negative as global, domestic signals remain mixed

Sensex, Nifty Live updates on 16 April 2025: On Wednesday, Indian benchmark indices are anticipated to open lower following a mixed global performance, with the Gift Nifty indicating a gap-down of around 70 points. Various macroeconomic indicators show that India’s trade deficit considerably widened to $21.54 billion in March 2025, while retail inflation dropped to its lowest level since August 2019, at 3.34%. Analysts predict that the ongoing market will remain volatile as external factors, particularly U.S. policies, contribute to uncertainty. The derivatives market displays a cautious outlook, leaning towards bearish sentiment with significant call writing at key resistance levels. Despite overall decreases in global stocks, the India VIX has declined notably, suggesting decreased market anxiety. Read More | Source: The Hindu Business Line