Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower in early trade on Monday (August 17, 2026) amid rising crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 284.85 points to 77,717.05 during initial trading. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped 69.25 points to 24,297.05.

From the Sensex pack, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever and State Bank of India were the biggest laggards.

Bharat Electronics and Titan were the only winners.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 0.43% higher at $88.86 per barrel.

“Crude oil remains the principal concern, with Brent holding near $88 a barrel after renewed U.S. warnings against Iran pushed prices higher on Friday (August 14), keeping the geopolitical risk premium firmly embedded in energy markets,” Hariselvan Radhakrishnan, Founder & CEO of HST Wealth, a research analyst firm, said.

In Asian markets, Japan’s Nikkei 225, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index traded higher.

U.S. markets ended lower on Friday (August 14).

“Indian equity markets are expected to remain range-bound with a cautious bias as persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to restrain risk appetite,” Ponmudi R., CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought equities worth ₹508.12 crore on Friday (August 14), according to exchange data.

On Friday (August 14), the Sensex was down 70.71 points, or 0.09%, to settle at 78,009.25. The Nifty dipped 29.85 points, or 0.12%, to end at 24,366.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Thursday (August 13, 2026) as crude oil prices remained elevated amid the unresolved situation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 172.48 points to 77,786.41 in early trading. The 50-share NSE Nifty was down 90.35 points to 24,343.50.

From the Sensex pack, Titan, UltraTech Cement, Reliance Industries, ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Infosys were among the major laggards.

InterGlobe Aviation, Tech Mahindra, Eternal and NTPC were among the winners.

“Elevated crude oil prices, driven by the continuing US-Iran standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, remain the primary overhang for domestic equities and are likely to keep investor sentiment measured,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 0.82% lower at $88.25 per barrel.

“Although Brent crude has eased modestly to below $89 per barrel, the unresolved situation in the Strait of Hormuz continues to keep the geopolitical risk premium in energy markets elevated,” Hariselvan Radhakrishnan, Founder & CEO of HST Wealth, a research analyst firm, said.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index were trading higher.

U.S. markets ended mostly higher on Wednesday (August 12, 2026).

“Global sentiment turned positive overnight after a benign US inflation print eased concerns over further Federal Reserve tightening, triggering a relief rally across Asian markets this morning, led by a spectacular near 5 per cent surge in South Korea’s Kospi,” he added.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,002.50 crore on Wednesday (August 12, 2026), according to exchange data.

On Wednesday (August 12, 2026), the Sensex declined 187.90 points, or 0.24%, to settle at 77,966.35. The Nifty dipped 35.75 points, or 0.15%, to end at 24,435.95.

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty advanced on Thursday (June 25, 2026) as softening crude oil prices and a rally in global markets boosted investor sentiment.

Stock market updates

Rising for the second consecutive day, the 30-share BSE Sensex settled 109.25 points, or 0.14%, higher at 77,100.47 even as 19 of its constituents declined and 11 advanced. The index opened higher and surged further 811.96 points, or 1%, to hit the day’s high of 77,803.18. However, profit-taking in IT and metal shares erased gains in the second half.

The 50-share NSE Nifty rose by 34.35 points, or 0.14%, to end at 24,056. The index hit a high of 24,261.60 and a low of 24,039 during the day.

Among Sensex stocks, IndiGo-parent InterGlobe Aviation jumped the most by 4.82%. Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, and Hindustan Unilever were also among the gainers.

Power Grid, Bharat Electronics, Tech Mahindra, Infosys and Bharti Airtel were among the laggards.

“The domestic market concluded the day flat, as early intraday gains were offset by profit booking. While a sharp decline in crude oil prices supported the rupee and provided some cushion, it was insufficient to sustain upward momentum,” Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

On the sectoral front, auto stocks outperformed, driven by softer metal prices, easing supply chain constraints, and improving retail demand during the month, Mr. Nair added.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, declined 1.26% to $72.81 per barrel.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi jumped 5.42%, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index climbed 4.61%, while Shanghai’s SSE Composite index ended marginally higher. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index settled lower.

Markets in Europe were trading in positive territory. U.S. markets ended on a subdued note in the previous trade.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,843.40 crore on Wednesday (June 24, 2026), according to exchange data.

On Wednesday (June 24, 2026), the Sensex jumped 790.54 points, or 1.04%, to settle at 76,991.22. The Nifty climbed 197.55 points, or 0.83%, to end at 24,021.65.

Stock markets would remain closed on Friday (June 26, 2026) for Muharram.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell sharply by nearly 1% on Thursday (January 8, 2026), continuing their weak momentum for the fourth straight session, due to renewed concerns over potential U.S. tariff hikes amid widespread selling pressure in global markets.

Deep losses in metal, oil & gas, and commodity stocks amid unabated foreign fund outflows added to the pressure, analysts said.

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 780.18 points, or 0.92%, to settle at 84,180.96. During the day, it plummeted 851.04 points, or 1%, to 84,110.10.

The 50-share NSE Nifty tumbled 263.90 points or 1.01% to 25,876.85.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Larsen & Toubro, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, Reliance Industries, Tata Steel, and Trent were among the biggest laggards.

On the other hand, Eternal, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance and Bharat Electronics were the gainers.

U.S. President Donald Trump has backed a sanctions bill that could impose 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, giving the White House leverage against countries like China and India to stop them from purchasing cheap oil from Moscow.

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham on Wednesday (January 7, 2026) said the legislation would give the White House “tremendous leverage” against countries like China, India and Brazil to incentivise them to stop buying cheap oil from Russia.

“Domestic markets extended losses as sentiment turned cautious amid renewed concerns over U.S. tariffs and persistent Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) outflows, overshadowing optimism around earnings growth,” Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited said.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi index was higher, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index ended lower.

Markets in Europe were trading marginally lower. U.S. markets ended mostly lower on Wednesday (January 7).

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose 0.75% to $60.42 per barrel.

On Wednesday (January 7), the Sensex declined 102.20 points, or 0.12%, to settle at 84,961.14. The Nifty went down by 37.95 points or 0.14% to 26,140.75.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Wednesday (December 17, 2025) driven by value buying at lower levels and a positive trend in Asian markets.

Steady buying activity by domestic institutional investors also brought comfort to the markets, according to experts.

The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 201.23 points to 84,881.09 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 64.8 points to 25,924.90.

From the Sensex firms, Eternal, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, Tata Consultancy Services and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles were among the major gainers.

However, ICICI Bank, Trent, HDFC Bank and Sun Pharma were among the laggards.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index, and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index quoted in positive territory.

U.S. markets ended mostly lower on Tuesday (December 16).

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹2,381.92 crore on Tuesday (December 16), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹1,077.48 crore, according to exchange data.

Steady domestic inflows through SIPs (Systematic Investment Plan) and insurance channels continue to provide a strong structural buffer, helping to limit downside risks, Ponmudi .R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, jumped 1.19% to $59.62 per barrel.

On Tuesday (December 16), the Sensex tanked 533.50 points or 0.63% to settle at 84,679.86. The Nifty dropped 167.20 points or 0.64% to 25,860.10.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Wednesday (December 10, 2025) after two days of sharp decline amid value-buying at lower levels. The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 259.31 points, or 0.31%, to 84,925.59 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 64.65 points, or 0.25%, to 25,904.30.

Among the Sensex constituents, Adani Ports, Bajaj Finserv, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Steel, Trent, ITC, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, HCL Technologies, Reliance Industries, Tech Mahindra and UltraTech Cement were the gainers.

However, Eternal, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Titan, Bharti Airtel and Infosys were among the laggards.

In Asian markets, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng and Japan’s Nikkei 225 were trading in the negative territory, while South Korea’s KOSPI was quoting in the green zone.

Wall Street broadly ended lower in overnight deals on Tuesday (December 9).

Meanwhile, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) remained the net sellers of equities worth ₹3,760.08 crore on Tuesday, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹6,224.89 crore.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose 0.15% to $62.03 per barrel.

On Tuesday (December 9), the 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 436.41 points to close at a nearly two-week low of 84,666.28. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped by 120.90 points to settle at 25,839.65.