The SGX Nifty June 2026 futures are currently trading 412.00 points higher, indicating a robust opening for the benchmark index today.
Institutional Flows:
On 12 June 2026, provisional data indicated that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) divested shares amounting to Rs 1,082.18 crore, whereas domestic institutional investors (DIIs) emerged as net buyers with an investment of Rs 5,341.29 crore in the Indian equity market. The FIIs have divested shares amounting to Rs 46,430.42 crore thus far in June (up to 12 June 2026). This follows their cash sales of Rs 55,963.33 crore in May, Rs 70,135.46 crore in April and Rs 122,540.41 crore in March.
Global Markets:
Asian markets experienced positive movement on Monday following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a reached agreement to conclude the conflict between the U.S. and Iran. Trump stated late Sunday on social media that the agreement with Iran was “now complete.” Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that an official signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday in Switzerland. Trump also stated he authorised the reopening of the crucial Strait of Hormuz passageway, resulting in a significant drop in oil prices on Sunday. U.S. crude experienced a decline of nearly 5%.
In the commodity market, the brent crude August 2026 future was currently down $4.14 or 4.74% to trade at $83.19 per barrel. Trump’s announcement followed a recent exchange of fire between Israel and the Tehran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, creating uncertainty regarding the completion of the deal on Sunday. Market participants are closely monitoring upcoming economic indicators related to the housing sector and retail sales in the current week. They will also closely monitor the Federal Reserve policy meeting, which Fed funds futures indicate has a more than 98% chance of concluding with rates remaining the same, according to CME’s FedWatch tool. Last week, equities experienced an uptick on Friday, driven by the positive sentiment following SpaceX’s initial surge, as investors remained optimistic about the possibility of a peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran.
The S&P 500 concluded the session with a gain of 0.5%, reaching 7,431.46, whereas the Nasdaq Composite experienced an increase of 0.31%, closing at 25,888.84. The Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 353.51 points, representing a 0.7% rise, closing at 51,202.26. Elon Musk’s rocket maker made its debut on the Nasdaq with an initial share price of $150. That’s above its $135 initial public offering price. The stock experienced a remarkable increase of over 20% shortly after the market opened, ultimately closing with a gain of 19% at approximately $161.
Domestic Market:
The benchmark indices experienced a significant increase on Friday, driven by the easing of tensions between the US and Iran, alongside optimism regarding a potential peace agreement. Investor sentiment showed signs of improvement following the decline of Brent crude to the $87 per barrel level. Purchasing activity was widespread, as all primary sector indices concluded in positive territory.
Private banks and financial stocks experienced a surge, contributing to the Nifty’s closing above 23,600. The S&P BSE Sensex surged by 1,695.40 points, reflecting a 2.30% increase, reaching a level of 75,527.95. The Nifty 50 index experienced a significant increase of 461.30 points, reflecting a rise of 1.99%, reaching a level of 23,622.90.