The SGX Nifty April 2026 futures are presently down by 118.50 points, indicating a likely negative start for the benchmark index today.
Institutional Flows:
On 27 April 2026, provisional data indicated that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) divested shares amounting to Rs 1,151.48 crore, whereas domestic institutional investors (DIIs) emerged as net buyers with an investment of Rs 4,123.92 crore in the Indian equity market. The foreign institutional investors divested shares amounting to Rs 57,515.44 crore in April (up to 27 April 2026). The cash sales recorded were 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:
Asian markets exhibited a mixed performance on Tuesday as investors assessed the latest updates regarding U.S.-Iran negotiations. On Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump and his national security team engaged in discussions regarding Iran’s alleged proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which is dependent on the U.S. lifting its blockade and resolving the ongoing conflict, as stated by White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. The willingness of Trump to consider the proposal as a potential pathway to de-escalation in the ongoing two-month conflict remains uncertain, especially given his statement that sanctions relief would only be granted once a deal is “100% complete.”
In the latest overnight session in the U.S., both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite achieved new record highs. However, the extent of these gains was constrained due to stalled peace negotiations regarding Iran and a renewed escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, which contributed to an increase in oil prices. The broad market index increased by 0.12%, reaching a historic closing level of 7,173.91. The Nasdaq Composite experienced an increase of 0.20%, achieving a closing record of 24,887.10. Both indexes achieved new all-time highs during the session. The Dow Jones Industrial Average decreased by 62.92 points, representing a decline of 0.13%, concluding at 49,167.79.
Domestic Market:
Domestic equity benchmarks broke a three-day losing streak on Monday, closing significantly higher as sentiment strengthened due to alleviating geopolitical concerns and consistent Q4 earnings reports. News indicating that Iran has put forth a proposal to the United States regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz has alleviated concerns over potential supply disruptions, positively influencing global market sentiment and boosting investor confidence.
The Nifty 50 concluded above the 24,050 level, driven by advancements in pharmaceutical and consumer durables stocks, with all sectoral indices on the NSE finishing in positive territory. The S&P BSE Sensex experienced an increase of 639.42 points, reflecting a rise of 0.63%, reaching a level of 77,303.63. The Nifty 50 index increased by 194.75 points, reflecting a rise of 0.81%, reaching a level of 24,092.70. Over the last three trading sessions, the Sensex experienced a decrease of 3.29%, while the Nifty saw a decline of 2.76%.