Stock market news, July 3 -- The Indian stock market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to open higher on Friday, supported by positive cues from Wall Street, although losses across Asian markets may temper early gains.

Asian equities traded in the red during early trade, while the US stock market ended mixed overnight. The Dow Jones Industrial Average extended its rally for a fourth consecutive session, marking its longest winning streak since October 2024.

Back home, benchmark indices ended Thursday's session with strong gains, driven by broad-based buying across sectors. The BSE Sensex climbed 579.48 points, or 0.75%, to close at 77,502.12, while the Nifty 50 advanced 169.85 points, or 0.71%, to settle at 24,175.70....