SGX Nifty January 2026 futures increased by 28 points, suggesting a favorable start for the Nifty 50 today.
Institutional Flows:
On 07 January 2026, provisional data indicated that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) divested shares amounting to Rs 3,367.12 crore, whereas domestic institutional investors (DIIs) recorded net purchases totaling Rs 3,701.17 crore in the Indian equity market.
The foreign institutional investors have divested shares amounting to Rs 8,017.51 up to this point in January. This is in line with their cash sales of Rs 34,349.62 crore recorded in December and Rs 17,500.31 crore noted in November.
Global Markets:
Asian markets showed an upward trend as investors analyze China’s inflation data for December. The National Bureau of Statistics reported on Friday that consumer prices increased by 0.8% compared to the previous year. The reading came after a 0.7% increase in November.
In the U.S., investors are closely monitoring two significant catalysts set to unfold on Friday. Initially, the Supreme Court may deliver a decision regarding the legality of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, potentially influencing trade policy and the country’s financial landscape. Secondly, the December jobs report is scheduled for release on Friday morning.
During the overnight session in the U.S., the Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced an increase, whereas the Nasdaq Composite faced challenges as investors shifted their focus away from technology stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 270.03 points, representing a rise of 0.55%, closing at 49,266.11. The Nasdaq, which is heavily weighted in technology stocks, experienced a decline of 0.44%, concluding the day at 23,480.02. In contrast, the S&P 500 saw a slight increase of 0.01%, finishing at 6,921.46.
Domestic Market:
Bears intensified their grip on Dalal Street as equity benchmarks experienced a decline for the fourth consecutive session on Thursday, with persistent selling pressure pushing the Nifty beneath the 25,900 mark. Indices faced significant pressure from a series of challenges, primarily driven by ongoing foreign fund withdrawals and increasing global uncertainty.
The S&P BSE Sensex declined by 780.18 points, representing a decrease of 0.92%, closing at 84,180.96. The Nifty 50 index experienced a decline of 263.90 points, representing a decrease of 1.01%, closing at 25,876.85. Over the course of four consecutive trading sessions, the Sensex experienced a decline of 1.84%, whereas the Nifty recorded a decrease of 1.71%.