In a volatile session, the 30-share BSE Sensex fell 1,048.16 points, or 1.25 per cent, to close at 82,626.76. During the day, the benchmark tanked 1,140.37 points, or 1.36 per cent, to hit an intraday low of 82,534.55.The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 336.10 points, or 1.30 per cent, to settle at 25,471.10. In intraday trade, the index slumped 362.9 points, or 1.4 per cent, to touch a low of 25,444.30.Here are top gainers and losers of the day:Nifty50 top gainersBajaj Finance (2.57%)Eicher Motors (1.54%)SBI L ...

Market Performance - The BSE Sensex traded 144 points higher, or 0.2%, at 84,210, while the Nifty 50 was up by 55 points to start the day at 25,922, or 0.21% higher [1][11] - The Nifty Smallcap index outperformed the frontline gauges, advancing 0.55% after surging 2.65% in the previous session [11] Key Stock Movements - On the Sensex, Titan Company, Sun Pharma, NTPC, Axis Bank, and Bharti Airtel were among the top gainers, rising up to 1.5% [2][11] - Laggards included HCL Tech, Bajaj Finance, IndiGo, and Asian Paints, which fell in the range of 0.5%-1% [11] Investment Trends - Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) net bought shares worth Rs 2,255 crore on February 9, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers of just Rs 4.15 crore [5][12] - VK Vijayakumar of Geojit Investments noted strengthening market tailwinds as economic growth prospects improve, particularly with a revival in private capital expenditure [12] Economic Indicators - Data from a sample of listed companies showed a 13.1% year-on-year rise in fixed assets in H1FY26, indicating a pickup in private investment [12] - The improving performance of the broader market, especially in small caps, could enhance retail investor sentiment [12] Global Market Context - U.S. equities ended higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq gaining momentum as technology stocks stabilized after a previous selloff [6][12] - Asian markets were mixed, with Japan's Nikkei 225 extending its post-election rally to fresh highs, benefiting from the "Takaichi trade" [7][12] Commodity Prices - Oil prices edged lower, with Brent crude futures slipping 25 cents, or 0.4%, to $68.79 per barrel, and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude declining 23 cents, or 0.4%, to $64.13 per barrel [9][12] Currency Exchange - The Indian rupee opened 0.05% higher at 90.71 against the U.S. dollar, compared to the previous close of 90.7575 [10][12]

Market Performance - Indian equity markets experienced a tight trading range, indicating a cautious wait-and-watch phase among investors due to the absence of fresh domestic triggers [1][11] - The benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower, with the BSE Sensex dropping 503.76 points or 0.60% to close at 83,313.93, and during the day, it fell as much as 666.07 points or 0.79% to 83,151.62 [3][4] - The NSE Nifty declined by 133.20 points or 0.52% to finish at 25,642.80 [4] Major Gainers and Losers - Major laggards from the Sensex firms included Eternal, Bharti Airtel, Bharat Electronics, ITC, Infosys, Reliance Industries, ICICI Bank, and Asian Paints [5] - Gainers included Trent, Tata Steel, State Bank of India, and Bajaj Finance [5] Global Market Influence - Asian markets showed a negative trend, with South Korea's Kospi down nearly 4%, while Japan's Nikkei 225 and Shanghai's SSE Composite also ended lower, contrasting with Hong Kong's Hang Seng index which settled higher [8] - Concerns over a broad-based tech sell-off in international markets and heightened US–Iran tensions contributed to a risk-off sentiment, adding pressure to Indian equities [10] Investor Sentiment and Future Outlook - Market participants are focusing on the upcoming RBI policy meeting, reflecting a cautious sentiment in the absence of new domestic catalysts [11] - The overall market sentiment remained stable, but benchmarks struggled to maintain momentum at higher levels, indicating a lack of follow-through buying despite previous positive trends [12] - Investors are awaiting clearer signals from global macro developments and trends in foreign institutional flows to determine the market's next decisive move [13]

Market Overview - Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline in early trade due to foreign fund outflows and concerns over potential US tariff hikes [1][3] - The BSE Sensex fell by 78.84 points to 84,102.12, while the NSE Nifty decreased by 21.50 points to 25,850.85 [1] - The previous trading day saw the Sensex drop by 780.18 points (0.92%) to 84,180.96 and the Nifty tumble by 263.90 points (1.01%) to 25,876.85 [2] Institutional Activity - Foreign institutional investors sold equities worth ₹3,367.12 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased stocks worth ₹3,701.17 crore [3] - The Indian equity market is characterized by a cautious sentiment following the significant sell-off in the previous session [3] Sentiment and External Factors - Concerns regarding potential US tariff actions related to India's Russian oil imports have contributed to fragile market sentiment [4] - The lack of progress in US-India trade discussions is causing caution among institutional investors, particularly foreign ones [4] - In contrast, Asian markets showed mixed performance, with South Korea's Kospi, Japan's Nikkei 225, and Shanghai's SSE Composite indices trading higher, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng index declined [4] Commodity Prices - Brent crude oil prices increased by 0.53% to $62.32 per barrel [5]

Market Performance - Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on January 8, 2026, with Sensex down by 255.86 points to 84,705.28 and Nifty down by 65.9 points to 26,074.85 due to foreign fund outflows and concerns over potential U.S. tariff hikes [1] - Major laggards included Tata Consultancy Services, Asian Paints, Maruti, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and UltraTech Cement [1] - Conversely, gainers included ICICI Bank, Adani Ports, Bharat Electronics, and Hindustan Unilever [2] Foreign Investment Trends - Foreign institutional investors sold equities worth ₹1,527.71 crore on January 7, 2026, while domestic institutional investors purchased stocks worth ₹2,889.32 crore [2] Economic Outlook - The Indian economy is projected to grow by 7.4% in FY26, maintaining its status as the fastest-growing major economy despite U.S. tariffs and geopolitical tensions [4] - This growth estimate surpasses the RBI's forecast of 7.3% and the government's initial projection of 6.3-6.8% [4] - However, the anticipated U.S.-India trade deal, crucial for India's sustained growth, is not forthcoming, which may hinder market performance despite strong economic fundamentals [3] Market Sentiment - Market sentiment remains cautious due to geopolitical tensions, tariff-related concerns, and ongoing foreign portfolio outflows, with both Nifty and Bank Nifty facing stiff overhead resistance [5] - U.S. markets ended mostly lower on January 7, 2026, reflecting broader market concerns [6]

Market Overview - Stock markets ended marginally lower amid thin year-end trading, influenced by persistent foreign fund outflows and a muted trend in global equities [1] - The 30-share BSE Sensex fell for the fifth consecutive day, decreasing by 20.46 points or 0.02% to settle at 84,675.08, with a daily high of 84,806.99 and a low of 84,470.94, resulting in a fluctuation of 336.05 points [2] - The 50-share NSE Nifty ended flat, slipping 3.25 points or 0.01% to 25,938.85 [3] Sector Performance - Among the 30-Sensex firms, the biggest laggards included Eternal, Infosys, Asian Paints, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finance, HCL Tech, and Titan [3] - Conversely, Tata Steel, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finserv, and Axis Bank were noted as the biggest gainers [3] Foreign Investment Trends - Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold equities worth Rs 2,759.89 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased stocks worth Rs 2,643.85 crore, indicating a net outflow from foreign investors [4] Commodity Prices - Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, increased by 0.47% to $62.23 per barrel [4]

Market Performance - The BSE Sensex declined by 345.91 points or 0.41% to close at 84,695.54, marking its fourth consecutive day of decline [3] - The NSE Nifty fell by 100.20 points or 0.38% to settle at 25,942.10, also registering its third day of decline [3] Sector Performance - Major laggards included Adani Ports, HCL Tech, Power Grid, Trent, Bharat Electronics, and Bharti Airtel [4] - Gainers in the market were Tata Steel, Asian Paints, Hindustan Unilever, and Eternal [4] Market Sentiment - Market appears to be lacking catalysts for further upside, with investors in holiday mode, indicating a potential consolidation phase [4] - Market sentiment is influenced by global cues and stock-specific developments, with light trading volumes observed [5] Foreign and Domestic Investment - Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold equities worth Rs 317.56 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased stocks worth Rs 1,772.56 crore [6] Global Market Influence - In Asian markets, South Korea's Kospi increased by over 2%, while Japan's Nikkei 225 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng indices ended lower [5] - Brent crude oil prices rose by 1.70% to USD 61.67 per barrel [6]

Market Performance - Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a surge after four days of decline, driven by a rally in global markets and lower-than-expected US consumer price inflation data for November, which reinforced expectations of further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve [1][6] - The 30-share BSE Sensex increased by 447.55 points, or 0.53 percent, closing at 84,929.36, with an intraday high of 85,067.50, up 585.69 points, or 0.69 percent [3] - The 50-share NSE Nifty rose by 150.85 points, or 0.58 percent, to settle at 25,966.40 [4] Sector Performance - Among the 30 Sensex firms, notable gainers included Bharat Electronics, Power Grid, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Asian Paints, Reliance Industries, and Bajaj Finserv [4] - Conversely, HCL Tech, Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank, and Sun Pharma were identified as laggards [4] Foreign and Domestic Investment - Fresh foreign fund inflows contributed to the upward movement in equity markets, with Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) purchasing equities worth Rs 595.78 crore on Thursday [7] - Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) also engaged in buying, acquiring stocks worth Rs 2,700.36 crore in the previous trade [8] Global Market Influence - Global equity markets, including those in Europe and the US, were trading higher, with the US markets closing positively on Thursday, reflecting steady investor sentiment supported by favorable global cues [6] - A recovery in the Indian rupee against the US dollar further bolstered confidence, leading to broad-based buying during the session [7] Commodity Prices - Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, saw a slight decline of 0.40 percent, settling at $59.58 per barrel [8]

Market Performance - Stock markets experienced a decline for the third consecutive day, with the benchmark Sensex closing lower by 120.21 points or 0.14% at 84,559.65, marking a week's low [2][3] - The NSE Nifty also fell by 41.55 points or 0.16% to a week's low of 25,818.55 [4] Major Contributors - Among the Sensex firms, major laggards included Trent, HDFC Bank, Adani Ports, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finserv, Bharat Electronics, Titan, and Asian Paints [4] - Conversely, State Bank of India, Infosys, Axis Bank, and Maruti were among the gainers [4] Foreign and Domestic Investment - Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold equities worth Rs 2,381.92 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased stocks worth Rs 1,077.48 crore [5] Global Market Context - In Asian markets, indices such as South Korea's Kospi, Japan's Nikkei 225, Shanghai's SSE Composite, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng ended positively [5] - Brent crude oil prices increased by 2.12% to $60.17 per barrel [5]

Market Performance - The Benchmark Sensex fell by 533.50 points or 0.63% to close at 84,679.86 [2][3] - The Nifty index dropped by 167.20 points or 0.64% to 25,860.10 [5] - During the trading session, the Sensex experienced a decline of 592.75 points or 0.69% [4] Sector Performance - Among Sensex firms, Axis Bank saw the largest decline, dropping by 5.03% [6] - Other notable laggards included HCL Tech, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Steel, UltraTech Cement, and Bajaj Finance [6] - Conversely, Titan, Bharti Airtel, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Asian Paints were among the gainers [6] Foreign Investment Trends - Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold equities worth ₹1,468.32 crore, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased stocks worth ₹1,792.25 crore [7] - The continued weakness of the Indian Rupee, driven by persistent FII outflows, negatively impacted domestic markets [8] Global Market Influence - Asian markets, including South Korea's Kospi, Japan's Nikkei 225, Shanghai's SSE Composite, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng, ended sharply lower [7] - European markets showed mixed performance, while US markets closed in negative territory [7] - Brent crude oil prices decreased by 1.54% to $59.63 per barrel [9]