The SGX Nifty April 2026 futures are presently down by 2.00 points, indicating a subdued start for the benchmark index today.
Institutional Flows:
On 13 April 2026, provisional data indicated that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) divested shares amounting to Rs 1,983.18 crore, whereas domestic institutional investors (DIIs) recorded net purchases totaling Rs 2,432.30 crore in the Indian equity market. The foreign institutional investors had divested shares amounting to Rs 40,955.81 crore in April (up to 13 April 2026). This reflects their cash sales of Rs 122,540.41 crore in March, Rs 6,640.78 crore in February, and Rs 41,435.22 crore in January 2026.
Global Markets:
Asia-Pacific markets commenced the day on a positive note Wednesday, reflecting the overnight advancements in U.S. equities, as oil prices declined in light of increasing optimism for a diplomatic resolution to the Middle East conflict. Reports indicate that discussions are underway regarding a second round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran. No official schedule has been established at this time, according to the reports. “We’ve been called by the other side,” President Donald Trump stated on Monday. “They are eager to reach an agreement,” he added. Meanwhile, reports indicate that China’s finance ministry plans to issue 15.5 billion yuan-denominated treasury bonds in Hong Kong on April 22.
Overnight on Wall Street, stocks experienced an uptick on Tuesday after a robust session where traders dismissed the collapse of peace negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, maintaining an optimistic outlook that an agreement between the two nations remains achievable. The S&P 500 experienced an increase of 1.18%, concluding the session at 6,967.38. The overall market index is currently positioned less than 1% away from its 52-week peak. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 317.74 points, representing a 0.66% rise, closing at 48,535.99. The Nasdaq Composite experienced an increase of 1.96%, concluding the session at 23,639.08. The release of March’s producer price index reading also contributed positively to sentiment.
The index experienced an increase in March; however, this increase fell significantly short of expectations, as the ongoing conflict in Iran has reignited concerns regarding a potential surge in inflation driven by energy prices. The producer price index, which measures pipeline costs for final demand goods and services, saw a seasonally adjusted increase of 0.5% for the month. This figure falls short of the widely reported estimate of 1.1%, as indicated in a Bureau of Labor Statistics report released on Tuesday.
Domestic Market:
On Monday, domestic equity markets experienced a decline, as benchmark indices faced a widespread selloff due to rising geopolitical tensions and a significant increase in crude oil prices. The downturn occurred amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, triggered by US President Donald Trump’s declaration of a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passage for global oil shipments. The warning from Iran regarding strong retaliation has intensified concerns about the potential for an extended conflict. Crude oil prices experienced a significant surge, with Brent crude surpassing the $100 per barrel threshold, raising inflation concerns and intensifying input cost pressures for oil-importing economies like India.
Global indicators showed weakness, as Dow Jones futures suggested a lackluster start for Wall Street. The recent selloff was exacerbated by profit-taking following last week’s robust rally, alongside ongoing outflows from foreign institutional investors. The Nifty closed beneath the 23,850 threshold, impacted by declines in the auto, energy, and FMCG sectors. The S&P BSE Sensex declined by 702.68 points, representing a decrease of 0.91%, closing at 76,847.57. The Nifty 50 index experienced a decrease of 207.95 points, reflecting a decline of 0.86%, closing at 23,842.65.