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The Indian stock market experienced a significant rebound on Tuesday, snapping a six-day losing streak, driven in part by the BJP's strong showing in the Haryana state elections. The ruling party secured a decisive victory, winning 22 seats and leading in 27 others, putting it on track for a third consecutive term. This outcome defied exit poll predictions that projected the Congress-led alliance to win a majority. The BJP's success in Haryana, particularly in contrast to the exit polls, has been interpreted as a positive sign for the party's vision of economic growth and reforms.
Rajesh Sinha, Senior Research Analyst at Bonanza, believes the Haryana results will serve as a barometer for voter sentiment in upcoming elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand. He anticipates that the BJP's strong performance will bolster their campaign strategies in these states, reinforcing their narrative of effective governance and development. He further predicts that the BJP's return to power in Haryana will positively impact the stock market, citing the notable rebound in the Sensex and Nifty following the election results.
However, other analysts maintain a more cautious outlook. Aman Soni, Head of Operations at Prudent Equity, believes that the stock market will prioritize earnings reports over state election outcomes in the short term. He points out that the market's reaction to the recent general election results was more positive than many anticipated, alleviating prior concerns. While acknowledging the significance of state elections in key states like Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, he emphasizes that the market's attention is currently focused on broader issues, including global economic challenges and the ongoing earnings season.
Soni anticipates market volatility in the medium term, citing significant upcoming events such as elections in both the US and India, potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, commentary from the Reserve Bank of India, and the continuing earnings reports. He advises investors to remain vigilant as these factors could significantly influence market dynamics.
Source: BJP seat wins & stock market: Haryana results set tone for Maharashtra elections, say analysts