Nifty & Sensex — 24 Aug 2026
Pre-Market
Section titled “Pre-Market”Markets Data
Section titled “Markets Data”Markets face bearish pressure with tech and bonds leading declines, while dollar weakness offers partial relief. Institutional flows show divergence as FIIs withdraw but DIIs inject capital. Oil's surge and mixed currency movements suggest cautious trading with a short bias prevailing. Normal conviction accompanies negative overnight cues across major indices.
| Input | Value | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| GIFT Nifty | — unavailable | — |
| S&P 500 o/n | -1.43% | −1 |
| Nasdaq o/n | -2.05% | −1 |
| US 10Y yield | 4.69 ▲ | −1 |
| DXY | 98.817 | +1 |
| FII net (prev) | -542.71 cr | −1 |
| DII net (prev) | +2,124.14 cr | +1 |
| USD/INR | 95.652 | 0 |
| Prev close in range | middle third | 0 |
| India VIX | 11.2 | — |
| Brent | $93.17 ▲ | context |
| NET BIAS | Mildly Short | -2 |
1 of 9 inputs unavailable this morning.
- JBM Auto and four other stocks exhibit rising RSI momentumThis signals potential short-term bullish opportunities for traders. — ET Markets
- Hero MotoCorp's stock behavior aligns with its beta characteristicsInvestors gauge volatility expectations based on beta trends. — ET Markets
- Lalithaa Jewellery Mart set for debut with strong gray market premiumThe listing could attract IPO interest amid positive gray market signals. — ET Markets
- Analysts identify five long-term picks including Jubilant FoodWorksHigh-conviction stock ideas may influence institutional positioning. — ET Markets
- Crude dips under $93 as market anticipates US Iran sanctionsEnergy sector volatility may ripple through related equities today. — ET Markets
EOD · 16:20 IST
Indian equities extended gains for a third consecutive session, with benchmarks closing modestly higher after relinquishing stronger intraday advances. The Nifty and Sensex both edged upward alongside a sharper rise in banking stocks, while plummeting volatility levels supported the bullish undertone. Market participants remained focused on upcoming earnings reports that could drive individual stock performance, even as global attention turned to tech earnings and cryptocurrency markets staged significant rallies.
| Index | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24,219.05 | +0.27% |
| Sensex | 77,369.11 | +0.17% |
| Bank Nifty | 57,525.95 | +0.46% |
- Markets give up intraday highs but close slightly upShowed resilience despite losing earlier gains, reflecting cautious optimism. — Moneycontrol
- Benchmark indices extend winning streak to three sessionsContinued upward momentum signaled stability amid easing market volatility. — Moneycontrol
- Midday surge as volatility plunges most in four yearsSharp drop in fear gauge fueled a broad-based rally during trading hours. — Moneycontrol
- Indices notch third straight gain ahead of earnings seasonSustained rally set stage for stock-specific moves based on upcoming results. — Moneycontrol
- Japanese shares dip as AI stocks retreat pre-Nvidia reportHighlighted global tech sector sensitivity to key earnings announcements. — ET Markets
- Rupee rangebound amid intervention, Iran sanction watchShowed currency market caution ahead of potential geopolitical developments. — ET Markets
- Bitcoin rockets 22% weekly on Treasury demand optimismCrypto rally reflected shifting capital flows in alternative asset classes. — ET Markets
- Asset classes compete for 2026 performance leadershipIllustrated ongoing investor debate about optimal portfolio allocation strategies. — ET Markets
- Shanthi Gears stock soars 37% in two days on catalystsDemonstrated how specific corporate developments can drive outsized equity moves. — ET Markets
- MP Steel initiates IPO process with Rs 95 crore fresh issueMarked another addition to the pipeline of primary market offerings. — ET Markets