Benchmark equity indices slipped in the negative territory after rising marginally during early trade on Wednesday (May 13, 2026) amid elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainty.

Foreign fund exodus also hit investor sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 75.64 points to 74,614.51 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 17.10 points to 23,391.10.

However, both the benchmark indices failed to carry forward the momentum. The BSE benchmark traded 182.60 points lower at 74,362.19, and the Nifty quoted 41.05 points down at 23,352.25.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Power Grid, NTPC, Bajaj Finance, State Bank of India, Titan and Axis Bank were among the biggest laggards.

Asian Paints, Adani Ports, Tata Steel and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the winners.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded at around $106.6 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,959.39 crore on Tuesday (May 12, 2026), according to exchange data.

India’s retail inflation rose slightly to 3.48% in April, mainly due to higher prices of gold and silver jewellery as well as some kitchen items, according to government data released on Tuesday (May 12, 2026).

“The S&P 500 slipped amid weakness in technology stocks and rising oil prices after the U.S. inflation print for April came in hotter than expected,” Hariprasad K., Research Analyst and Founder, Livelong Wealth, said.

Markets are increasingly concerned that rising crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainty could further intensify inflationary pressure globally, he added.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s benchmark Kospi, Japan’s benchmark 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 (May 12, 2026).

“Iran’s latest remarks stating that the U.S. must either accept its peace proposal or face ‘failure’ have further reduced hopes of an immediate diplomatic resolution. The prolonged U.S.–Iran standoff remains a major overhang for global financial markets, keeping uncertainty elevated around the Strait of Hormuz and broader global energy supplies,” Ponmudi R., CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said.

On Tuesday (May 12, 2026), the Sensex tanked 1,456.04 points, or 1.92%, to settle at 74,559.24. The Nifty dropped 436.30 points, or 1.83%, to end at 23,379.55.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Monday (January 19, 2026) dragged by blue-chips Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, while sustained foreign fund outflows and global tariff uncertainties also dented investors’ sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 320.69 points to 83,249.66 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went down by 124.60 points to 25,573.40.

From the 30-Sensex firms, ICICI Bank dropped 3% after its consolidated profit for the December quarter declined 2.68% to ₹12,537.98 crore, hit by an RBI-mandated ₹1,283-crore provision for agricultural loans wrongly classified as priority sector advances.

On a standalone basis, the country’s second-largest lender reported an over 4% decline in the October-December profit at ₹12,883 crore.

Reliance Industries dipped over 2% after the company on Friday reported almost a flat net profit of ₹18,645 crore for the third quarter, as a decline in gas production and weakness in its retail business offset gains in other segments.

Sun Pharma, Infosys, Adani Ports and Bharti Airtel were also among the laggards.

However, Tech Mahindra, InterGlobe Aviation, Axis Bank and Hindustan Unilever were among the gainers.

Foreign institutional investors offloaded equities worth ₹4,346.13 crore on Friday (January 16, 2026), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹3,935.31 crore, according to exchange data.

“Upside is expected to remain capped by persistent FII outflows, global tariff uncertainties and geopolitical concerns, keeping overall risk appetite cautious,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

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

U.S. markets ended marginally lower on Friday (January 16, 2026).

“President Trump’s announcement of fresh tariffs on several European nations, with rates set to rise from 10 per cent to 25 per cent by June unless a Greenland deal is reached, added to global jitters,” Prashanth Tapse, Senior VP (Research), Mehta Equities Ltd, said.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, climbed 0.16% to $64.23 per barrel.

On Friday (January 16, 2026), the Sensex climbed 187.64 points or 0.23% to settle at 83,570.35. The Nifty rose 28.75 points or 0.11% to 25,694.35.

Leading stock bourses NSE and BSE on Friday (January 16, 2026) said they will conduct live trading on Sunday, February 1, when Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget.

In a circular issued to investors, the NSE said it will be conducting a live trading session on February 1 as per the standard timings “on account of the presentation of the Union Budget”.

As per the NSE circular, the pre-open market will start at 9 a.m. and end at 9.08 a.m., and the normal market will function between 9.15 a.m. and 3.30 p.m.

Its rival BSE also put up a similar circular for investors.

February 1 is declared as a “special trading day by the exchange”, the BSE notice said, adding that markets shall remain open for regular trading hours.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined on Wednesday (January 14, 2026), extending their previous day’s losses, due to weakness in IT, consumption, and select banking blue-chip stocks amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

Besides, persistent foreign fund outflows and fresh tariff-related uncertainties also unnerved investors, traders said.

The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 244.98 points, or 0.29%, to settle at 83,382.71. During the day, it fell 442.49 points or 0.52% to 83,185.20.

The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 66.70 points, or 0.26%, to 25,665.60.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Tata Consultancy Services, Asian Paints, Maruti, Sun Pharma, Hindustan Unilever, ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Tech Mahindra, HDFC Bank and Larsen & Toubro were among the biggest laggards.

On the other hand, Tata Steel, NTPC, Axis Bank and UltraTech Cement were among the gainers.

Foreign institutional investors offloaded equities worth ₹1,499.81 crore on Tuesday (January 13, 2026), and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹1,181.78 crore, according to exchange data.

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

Markets in Europe were quoting higher. U.S. markets ended lower on Tuesday (January 13, 2026).

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, declined 0.99% to $64.82 per barrel.

On Tuesday (January 13, 2026), the Sensex dropped 250.48 points or 0.30% to settle at 83,627.69. The Nifty edged lower by 57.95 points or 0.22% to 25,732.30.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Monday (January 12, 2026) as persistent foreign fund outflows, concerns over further US tariffs on Indian exports and geopolitical overhangs dent investors’ sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 455.35 points to 83,120.89 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty tanked 135.35 points to 25,547.95.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Bharat Electronics, Larsen and Toubro, Eternal, Power Grid, Adani Ports, Infosys, Reliance Industries and Bajaj Finance were among the biggest laggards.

However, Hindustan Unilever, Asian Paints, Axis Bank and State Bank of India were among the gainers.

Foreign institutional investors offloaded equities worth ₹3,769.31 crore on Friday (January 9), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹5,595.84 crore, according to exchange data.

“Indian equity markets begin the week on a cautious footing as risk appetite remains restrained amid lingering global uncertainty, continued FII outflows, and geopolitical overhangs. Recent profit-booking across sectors has added to near-term pressure, keeping sentiment defensive,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

In the past five trading days, the BSE benchmark declined 2,185.77 points or 2.54%, and the Nifty tumbled 645.25 points or 2.45%.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index traded higher.

U.S. markets ended in positive territory on Friday.

“The market has turned distinctly weak, weighed down by a series of India-specific and global geopolitical events. Geopolitical developments in Venezuela, the crisis in Iran and Trump’s threats regarding Greenland are also being viewed by the markets with concern,” V.K. Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments, said.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Tuesday (January 6, 2026), dragged by heavy selling in blue-chips Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and worries over fresh warning from the U.S. to further raise tariffs against India.

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 431.95 points to 85,007.67 during early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty tanked 105.6 points to 26,144.70.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Trent tumbled over 7% even as the Tata group retail firm reported a 17% growth in standalone revenue to ₹5,220 crore in the December quarter.

Reliance Industries, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Eternal, HDFC Bank, and Adani Ports were also among the laggards.

However, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finserv, Asian Paints, and Tata Steel were among the gainers.

Foreign institutional investors offloaded equities worth ₹36.25 crore on Monday after a day’s breather, according to exchange data. Domestic institutional investors, however, bought stocks worth ₹1,764.07 crore.

“While broader sentiment remains guarded amid recent bouts of volatility driven by geopolitical developments and tariff-related concerns, underlying support continues to come from stable domestic macro fundamentals and steady institutional participation,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

U.S. President Donald Trump has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi knew “I was not happy” with India’s purchases of Russian oil and that Washington could raise tariffs on New Delhi “very quickly”.

Mr. Trump made the remarks while talking to reporters on Sunday aboard Air Force One en route to Washington DC from Florida.

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

U.S. markets ended higher on Monday.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, dipped 0.24% to $61.61 per barrel.

On Monday (January 5, 2026), the Sensex dropped 322.39 points, or 0.38%, to settle at 85,439.62. After hitting a record intra-day high of 26,373.20, the Nifty failed to carry forward the momentum and declined 78.25 points, or 0.30%, to end at 26,250.30.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty began the first trading session of 2026 on an optimistic note, supported by steady buying by domestic institutional investors and strong gains in blue-chip Reliance Industries.

The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 223.54 points to 85,444.14 in early trade on Thursday (January 1, 2026). The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 65.75 points to 26,195.35.

From the 30-Sensex firms, InterGlobe Aviation, Mahindra & Mahindra, Eternal, Reliance Industries, Larsen & Toubro and UltraTech Cement were among the biggest gainers.

ITC, Bharat Electronics, Trent and Bajaj Finance were among the laggards.

Asian markets were closed on Thursday (January 1, 2025). U.S. markets ended lower on Wednesday (December 31, 2025).

“Indian equity markets step into the first trading session of 2026 on a cautiously optimistic note, set against a globally quiet backdrop as most major international markets remain closed for New Year’s Day. With the U.S., Europe, and several Asian markets shut, global cues are limited and early liquidity is expected to remain thin.

“As the session progresses, domestic participation is likely to improve, supported by steady DII inflows and the renewed optimism that typically accompanies the start of a new calendar year,” Ponmudi. R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹3,597.38 crore on Wednesday (December 31, 2025), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹6,759.64 crore, according to exchange data.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, declined 0.78% to $60.85 per barrel.

On Wednesday (December 31, 2025), the Sensex jumped 545.52 points or 0.64% to settle at 85,220.60. The Nifty soared 190.75 points or 0.74% to end at 26,129.60.

In the entire 2025, the Sensex rallied 7,081.59 points or 9%, and the Nifty zoomed 2,484.8 points or 10.50%.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty jumped nearly 1% on Wednesday (December 31, 2025), the final trading session of 2025, after days of range-bound trading amid sustained buying by domestic institutional investors.

After five days of decline, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 545.52 points, or 0.64%, to settle at 85,220.60. During the day, it surged 762.09 points, or 0.90%, to 85,437.17.

The 50-share NSE Nifty soared 190.75 points, or 0.74%, to end at 26,129.60 after four days of decline. From the 30-Sensex firms, Tata Steel, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Reliance Industries, Axis Bank, Titan and Trent were among the biggest gainers.

However, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, and Sun Pharma were the laggards. In 2025, the Sensex has rallied 7,081.59 points, or 9%, and the Nifty zoomed 2,484.8 points, or 10.50%.

“Indian equity markets concluded the final trading session of the year on a positive note, with sentiment turning decisively bullish while still respecting key resistance levels. The session reflected a gradual improvement in risk appetite into year-end, driven primarily by short covering and selective buying, rather than aggressive fresh positioning,” R. Ponmudi, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s KOSPI and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index settled lower, while Shanghai’s SSE Composite Index ended in positive territory. Markets in Europe were trading marginally lower.

U.S. markets ended lower on Tuesday (December 30, 2025). Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹3,844.02 crore on Tuesday (December 30), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹6,159.81 crore, according to exchange data.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, climbed 0.31% to $61.53 per barrel. Falling for the fifth consecutive day on Tuesday(December 30), the Sensex dipped 20.46 points or 0.02% to settle at 84,675.08. The Nifty skidded 3.25 points or 0.01% to 25,938.85.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty began Monday’s (December 22, 2025) trade on an optimistic note as investors’ sentiment remained positive amid foreign fund inflows and a rally in global markets.

The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 482.7 points or 0.56% to 85,412.06 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 160.2 points or 0.61% to 26,126.60.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Infosys, Tata Steel, Tech Mahindra, Trent, HCL Tech and Bharti Airtel were among the biggest gainers.

However, UltraTech Cement and Power Grid were the only 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 traded in positive territory.

U.S. markets ended higher on Friday (December 19, 2025).

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought equities worth ₹1,830.89 crore on Friday, according to exchange data. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) also bought equities worth ₹5,722.89 crore in the previous trade.

“It appears that the market is heading for a year end rally. Two factors that can accelerate this rally are the sharp reversal in the rupee and the FIIs turning buyers in the cash market. These two factors which are mutually reinforcing can trigger short covering in the market helping the benchmark indices to scale higher highs,” V.K. Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, climbed 0.73% to $60.91 per barrel.

“While sustained DII participation continues to effectively absorb intermittent bouts of selling pressure, FIIs turning net buyers after a prolonged phase of outflows has provided an additional boost to market confidence,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

On Friday (December 19, 2025), the Sensex jumped 447.55 points or 0.53% to settle at 84,929.36. The Nifty climbed 150.85 points or 0.58% to 25,966.40.