SGX Nifty December 2025 futures increased by 17.00 points, suggesting a slightly optimistic start for the Nifty 50 today.

Institutional Flows:

On 18 December 2025, provisional data indicated that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) acquired shares valued at Rs 595.78 crore, whereas domestic institutional investors (DIIs) recorded net purchases amounting to Rs 2,700.36 crore in the Indian equity market.

In December, foreign institutional investors have divested shares amounting to Rs 21,688.26 crore. This follows their cash sales of Rs 17,500.31 crore in November and Rs 2,346.89 crore in October.

Global Markets:

On Friday, the Asian market experienced an uptick as investors anticipated the forthcoming monetary policy decision from the Bank of Japan (BoJ), set to be announced today. The decision may result in rates increasing to 0.75%, marking the highest level since 1995. An increase in rates is expected to bolster the yen relative to the dollar and help manage inflation, which has exceeded the Bank of Japan’s target for 44 consecutive months. According to government data released on Friday, Japan’s consumer inflation rate decreased to 2.9% in November. Core inflation, excluding fresh food prices, held steady at 3% in October.

Overnight in the U.S., the S&P 500 halted a four-day decline on Thursday, supported by inflation data that came in lighter than anticipated, enhancing the prospects for reduced interest rates in 2026, alongside impressive guidance from chipmaker Micron Technology. The broad market index increased by 0.79%, closing at 6,774.76, whereas the Nasdaq Composite rose by 1.38% to reach 23,006.36. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 65.88 points, representing a 0.14% rise, closing the day at 47,951.85.

Domestic Market:

The headline equity indices ended the day slightly down, marking a continuation of their decline for the fourth straight session. Investor sentiment exhibited a cautious stance due to ongoing uncertainty surrounding a potential U.S.-India trade agreement, which limited risk appetite. In light of recent developments, a recovery in the rupee alongside initial indications of renewed foreign investor interest provided a degree of support.

The Nifty concluded the session beneath the 25,850 mark, impacted by declines in the auto and energy sectors, while IT and consumer durables experienced some targeted buying activity. The S&P BSE Sensex declined by 77.84 points, reflecting a decrease of 0.09%, closing at 84,481.81. The Nifty 50 index experienced a minor decline of 3 points, reflecting a decrease of 0.01%, settling at 25,815.55. Over the course of four consecutive sessions, the Sensex experienced a decrease of 0.92%, while the Nifty saw a decline of 0.89%.