On April 21, 2026, Indian equity benchmarks, the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50, are anticipated to open positively, buoyed by global market trends and hopes for US-Iran peace talks. The Nifty is trading near 24,417, reflecting a premium of about 77 points over the previous close. On the previous trading day, the Sensex rose by 26.76 points (0.03%) to close at 78,520.30, while the Nifty gained 11.30 points (0.05%) to settle at 24,364.85. Key stocks to watch include HCL Tech, Nestle India, and Tata Elxsi, as they are set to announce their Q4 results today. Vedanta has fixed May 1 as the record date for its demerger, while TVS Motor has signed a joint development agreement with Hyundai Motor Company to produce electric three-wheelers. PNB Housing Finance reported a 19% increase in its fourth-quarter profit, driven by strong demand for home loans. Other notable mentions include RailTel Corporation, Hindustan Copper, JSW Steel, AU Small Finance Bank, Suzlon Energy, and NELCO, each making significant strides in their respective sectors.