SGX Nifty January 2026 futures declined by 57.50 points, indicating a bearish opening for the Nifty 50 today.
Institutional Flows:
On 22 January 2026, provisional data indicated that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) divested shares amounting to Rs 2,549.80 crore, whereas domestic institutional investors (DIIs) emerged as net buyers, acquiring shares valued at Rs 4,222.98 crore in the Indian equity market.
Foreign Institutional Investors have divested shares amounting to Rs 36,591.01 up to this point in January. This follows their cash sales of Rs 34,349.62 crore in December and Rs 17,500.31 crore in November.
Global Markets:
Asian markets experienced an uptick on Friday, following the upward trajectory of Wall Street, as geopolitical tensions subsided and investors anticipated the forthcoming decision from the Bank of Japan. Reports indicate that the central bank is anticipated to maintain rates at 0.75%. In December, Japan experienced a notable deceleration in its headline inflation rate, which fell to 2.1%, marking the lowest point since March 2022. The year-on-year core inflation rate registered at 2.4%.
Several technology stocks across Asia experienced declines following a 13% drop in shares of California-based Intel during after-hours trading in the U.S., attributed to its weak guidance for the upcoming quarter, even though it reported a fourth-quarter earnings beat on Thursday. Overnight in the U.S., the primary benchmarks continued to build on their gains from the prior session following a de-escalation of tensions in Greenland.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 306.78 points, representing a rise of 0.63%, concluding at 49,384.01. The 30-stock index rebounded from the declines observed earlier this week in response to President Donald Trump’s announcement regarding new tariffs on Europe. The S&P 500 experienced an increase of 0.55%, concluding the session at 6,913.35. The Nasdaq Composite increased by 0.91%, closing at 23,436.02, buoyed by the performance of Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms.
Domestic Market:
Domestic equities experienced a rebound on Thursday, following three successive sessions of losses, effectively halting the recent downturn and reinstating a degree of investor confidence. The BSE Sensex and the Nifty 50 experienced a notable increase in early trading, influenced by a favorable global market trend that enhanced risk appetite. The Sensex experienced an increase exceeding 800 points at its peak for the day, while the Nifty 50 regained its position above the 25,400 mark, although it subsequently reduced some of its gains later in the trading session. Public sector banks and chemical stocks experienced gains, whereas consumer durables and real estate shares faced downward pressure.
Market sentiment showed signs of improvement, coinciding with a broader recovery in global equities. Statements from Russian President Vladimir Putin contributed to alleviating geopolitical anxieties, whereas comments from former US President Donald Trump fostered optimism regarding advancements in a prospective US-India trade agreement. Optimism regarding a potential trade agreement within the European Union further bolstered risk-taking behavior.
The S&P BSE Sensex experienced an increase of 397.74 points, reflecting a rise of 0.49%, reaching a level of 82,307.37. The Nifty 50 index increased by 132.40 points, reflecting a gain of 0.53%, reaching a level of 25,289.90. Over the last three trading sessions, the Sensex experienced a decline of 1.99%, whereas the Nifty saw a decrease of 2.09%.