The Indian stock market steps into a busy day as a long list of Q2 results, global market moves, and overnight US Fed developments shape the mood on Dalal Street. With several heavyweight companies releasing their September-quarter numbers today, traders are walking into a data-heavy session where domestic earnings meet global macro shifts.

Market Performance: Mixed Global Signals Ahead of Opening

The tone in financial markets shifted after the US Federal Reserve trimmed rates by 25 basis points, pulling the benchmark range down to 3.75–4%.. It was a widely expected move, but the message that another cut in December is “not guaranteed” added a layer of caution.

In the early hours, GIFT Nifty was down 71 points at 26,167, giving markets a hint of a softer start.

Across Asia, the picture was divided:

• Kospi gained 0.94%
• Topix inched up 0.33%
• Nikkei slipped 0.25%
• ASX 200 in Australia eased 0.2%

Overnight moves on Wall Street were also mixed.

The Dow Jones dipped 0.2%, the S&P 500 ended flat, while the Nasdaq rose 0.55%, closing at a new high.

Adding to the global narrative is the upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and China’s President Xi Jinping at the APEC Summit — a development markets are tracking closely.

Main News: A Heavy Line-Up of Q2 Results Today

It’s one of the busiest earnings days of the season. Nearly every corner of the Indian stock market — banking, FMCG, autos, retail, consumer, infrastructure, finance, chemicals, and logistics — has a major player announcing numbers.

A wide set of companies are scheduled to release their Q2 FY26 results today.

Company Details: Key Highlights From The Reference Data

Here are only the financial details exactly as mentioned in your reference:

L&T Q2 Results

• Net Profit: ₹3,926 crore (up 15.6% YoY)
• Revenue: ₹67,984 crore (up 10.4% YoY)
• Orders Secured: ₹1.15 trillion
  • 65% from overseas
• EBITDA: ₹6,806 crore (up 7% YoY)
• EBITDA Margin: 10% (vs 10.3% last year)
• Total Expenses: ₹63,031.7 crore (up 10.4%)

These numbers reflect the company's operational flow during the quarter without adding any analysis or interpretation.

Hyundai Motor India – Q2 Preview (As in Reference)

• Expected modest revenue growth
• Stronger operating margins anticipated
• Performance cushioned by:
  • Higher average selling prices
  • Currency gains
  • State incentives

The reference also notes demand trends, festive momentum, and upcoming model updates as key areas of focus.

Swiggy – Q2 Preview (As in Reference)

• Estimated net loss: ₹628 crore
  • Previous year loss: ₹625.5 crore
• Revenue expected to rise 51% YoY to ₹5,449 crore
• Sequential revenue growth: 10% (from ₹4,961 crore in Q1FY26)

Again — these are mentioned exactly as provided.

Summary: What Markets Are Watching Today

With the US Fed cutting rates, global markets mixed, GIFT Nifty hinting at a mild negative start, and a long list of Q2 results lined up, the Indian stock market is gearing up for a high-information session.

Today’s movement on Sensex and Nifty will be shaped by:

• A 25 bps US Fed rate cut
• GIFT Nifty at 26,167
• Mixed Asian market cues
• Overnight US market trends
• Wide Q2 FY26 earnings across key sectors
• The upcoming Trump–Xi meeting at APEC

Dalal Street walks into a decisive day where domestic earnings and global signals meet at the same intersection.