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GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures rise 2.50 points, signalling a muted opening for the Nifty 50.

IT stocks may remain in focus after the US government suspended eight technology companies, including Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys, Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), HCL Technologies, Cognizant and Capgemini, from the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) programme, a key step in the employment-based green card process. US officials accused the companies of misusing employment-based immigration programmes and displacing American workers. The suspension halts new and pending PERM applications involving the affected companies.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 12,943.58 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers of Rs 10,703.11 crore in the Indian equity market on 8 October 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 32,182.50 crore in October through 8 October 2026. This follows net selling of Rs 45,536.89 crore in September 2026, while FPIs were net buyers of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026.

Global Markets:

Asian stock market traded mostly lower on Friday, 9 October 2026, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street as technology stocks came under pressure amid renewed concerns over the artificial intelligence (AI) boom. Markets in South Korea and Taiwan remained closed for a holiday.

US stock market ended mixed on Thursday, with the Nasdaq Composite posting its biggest one-day decline since mid-August. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.10%, while the S&P 500 fell 0.47%. The Nasdaq Composite dropped 1.25%.

Technology stocks faced heavy selling following reports that OpenAI told investors its annualised revenue was roughly $50 billion at the end of September, below the approximately $68 billion figure reported late last month. The discrepancy revived concerns over the sustainability of AI-related spending and the returns on investments in data centres and semiconductor infrastructure.

Among major technology stocks, Nvidia fell 2.94%, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) declined 3.90%, Broadcom dropped 4.35%, Microsoft slipped 1.35%, Intel lost 5.34%, Micron Technology declined 4.79% and Oracle fell 5.5%. The broad-based weakness reflected investor caution towards technology stocks amid questions over the pace of AI-driven growth.

Investors are now looking ahead to the start of the third-quarter earnings season next week, when major U.S. banks are due to report results.

Domestic Market:

Indian equity market extended their selloff for a second consecutive session on Thursday, with the Sensex plunging 1.44% to 71,593.24 and the Nifty 50 falling 1.64% to 22,231.80, as surging crude oil prices, the RBI’s hawkish policy shift, elevated US Treasury yields and persistent foreign investor outflows weighed on sentiment. All NSE sectoral indices ended lower, although most IT stocks bucked the broader trend. Weak global cues and broad-based selling intensified risk aversion, while investors remained cautious as the Q2 FY27 earnings season gathered pace. Over the two sessions, the Sensex declined 2.02% and the Nifty 50 fell 2.39%.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures rise 62 points, signalling a positive opening for the Nifty 50.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 6,121.37 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers of Rs 4,596.57 crore in the Indian equity market on 7 October 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 25,976.20 crore in October through 7 October 2026. This follows net selling of Rs 45,536.89 crore in September 2026, while FPIs were net buyers of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026.

Global Markets:

Asian indices traded mixed on Thursday, tracking the previous session's weakness on Wall Street as elevated US Treasury yields continued to weigh on risk appetite.

Investors assessed minutes from the Federal Reserve's September meeting, which showed that all 19 policymakers supported the latest rate increase, while most participants considered another rate hike likely to be appropriate by the end of the year. The minutes also highlighted differing views among officials over the inflation outlook and the appropriate pace of further tightening.

US stocks ended lower on Wednesday as longer-dated Treasury yields remained elevated. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.66%, while the S&P 500 fell 0.22%. The Nasdaq Composite also declined 0.22%.

Crude oil prices gained amid renewed geopolitical concerns after reports that the Trump administration was considering military strike options against Iran before the US midterm elections. Brent crude futures rose 1.16% to $101.36 a barrel.

Investors will now turn their attention to the upcoming third-quarter earnings season. Corporate results, Treasury yields, oil prices and expectations for further Fed rate hikes are likely to remain key drivers for global equity markets.

Domestic Market:

The key equity indices ended with significant losses on Wednesday, tracking weak global cues. Investor sentiment remained cautious after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) raised the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% and shifted its monetary policy stance to calibrated tightening. The rate hike was largely anticipated by market participants. Broader market indices also remained under pressure. The Nifty closed below the 22,650 mark, with banking stocks providing some support. Meanwhile, metal and auto stocks declined.

The S&P BSE Sensex declined 429.11 points or 0.59% to 72,638.70. The Nifty 50 index fell 173.05 points or 0.76% to 22,603.05. In the past two consecutive sessions, the Sensex and Nifty have jumped 1.61% and 1.58%, respectively.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures fell 121.50 points, signalling a weak opening for the Nifty 50. Market participants will track the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) policy decision due later today.

The RBI is widely expected to raise the benchmark repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50% from 5.25%, where it has remained for nearly 10 months.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 2,961.30 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers of Rs 5,088.92 crore in the Indian equity market on 6 October 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 23,485.97 crore in October through 6 October 2026. This follows net selling of Rs 45,536.89 crore in September 2026, while FPIs were net buyers of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026.

Global Markets:

Asian indices traded mixed on Wednesday, 7 October 2026, while mainland Chinese markets remained closed for a holiday. Investors were tracking Wall Street's record-setting close, movements in US Treasury yields and developments in oil prices.

US stocks ended higher on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite closing at record highs as easing Treasury yields and relatively stable crude oil prices supported risk appetite. The focus has now shifted towards the Federal Reserve's meeting minutes due later on Wednesday and the upcoming third-quarter earnings season.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 253.38 points, or 0.49%, to 51,521.28, while the S&P 500 rose 45.00 points, or 0.58%, to 7,818.93. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 122.48 points, or 0.45%, to 27,599.79. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both closed at fresh record highs.

Technology and artificial intelligence-related stocks remained important drivers of the rally. Semiconductor shares including Advanced Micro Devices and Marvell Technology gained amid continued optimism over demand for chips and infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence applications. Nvidia also remained near a $6 trillion market valuation, highlighting the continuing strength of the AI investment theme.

The rally also received a boost from the energy sector. Constellation Energy surged after announcing a major long-term electricity agreement with Google. The deal covers 3,590 MW of power, including a 20-year agreement for 890 MW from nuclear capacity and a separate 15-year agreement covering 2,700 MW from Constellation's existing PJM assets. Constellation plans to invest more than $4.3 billion to increase output at 11 nuclear reactor units. The agreement highlights the growing demand for reliable electricity as technology companies expand energy-intensive data-centre and AI infrastructure.

The deal also reinforced investor interest in companies positioned to benefit from the increasing power requirements of AI data centres. Constellation shares rose more than 12% on Tuesday, while other nuclear and power-related stocks also advanced.

US Treasury yields eased from their recent highs, providing some relief to equity markets. The 10-year Treasury yield ended around 5.27%, down roughly 3 basis points, while the two-year yield declined to around 4.80%. The 10-year yield had climbed to about 5.35% on Monday, its highest level in more than two decades, increasing pressure on interest-rate-sensitive assets.

Meanwhile, the US trade deficit widened sharply in August to $105.6 billion, up 13.7% from the previous month and the largest since March 2025. The increase was driven largely by a jump in imports, including crude oil, semiconductors and other goods, with imports reaching a record level.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended sharply higher on Tuesday, extending gains for a second consecutive session. The firmness was supported by positive global cues, easing crude oil prices and strong quarterly business updates from several companies. Investors also remained focused on the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy meeting, with the policy decision due on Wednesday, 7 October. The Nifty closed above the 22,750 mark. At the sectoral level, Nifty Bank, Consumer Durables, Energy, Media, Metal, Pharma, Oil & Gas and Private Bank indices closed higher, while Nifty IT, Realty and PSU Bank indices declined.

The S&P BSE Sensex jumped 685.34 points or 0.95% to 73,067.81. The Nifty 50 index rose 220.35 points or 0.98% to 22,776.10. Over two consecutive sessions, the Sensex and Nifty have jumped 1.61% and 1.58%, respectively.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures fell 17 points, indicating a muted opening for the Nifty 50.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 4,699.14 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers of Rs 5,181.62 crore in the Indian equity market on 5 October 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 19,204.53 crore in October through 5 October 2026. This follows net selling of Rs 45,536.89 crore in September 2026, while FPIs were net buyers of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026.

Global Markets:

Asian stocks traded higher on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, tracking an overnight rally on Wall Street led by technology and artificial intelligence-linked stocks. Mainland Chinese markets remained closed for a holiday.

US stocks ended higher on Monday, with the Nasdaq Composite closing at a record high as Nvidia and other technology stocks gained. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.18% to 51,267.90, while the S&P 500 gained 0.66% to 7,773.95. The Nasdaq advanced 1.05% to 27,477.31.

AI-linked stocks led the gains. Nvidia rose 2.12% to a record closing high, while Microsoft gained 1.48%, Meta Platforms advanced around 1.9% and Tesla rose 2.20%. Nvidia's market capitalisation climbed to about $5.76 trillion.

US Treasury yields continued to rise despite the equity rally. The 10-year Treasury yield reached 5.35% during the session and settled around 5.31%, its highest level since April 2002. The 30-year Treasury yield also rose to around 5.7%, reaching its highest level in nearly 24 years.

Crude oil prices steadied on Tuesday after falling nearly 2% on Monday as increased Middle East exports and additional supply commitments eased concerns over shortages. Brent crude had settled around $100.32 a barrel on Monday.

The Federal Reserve’s minutes from its September meeting, due Wednesday, will be closely watched for clues on how policymakers view inflation and the softer labor market.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended higher on Monday, snapping a four-session losing streak as easing crude oil prices, softer US jobs data and buying across sectors improved investor sentiment. The Nifty settled above the 22,550 mark. FMCG and consumer durables stocks advanced, while healthcare and pharma shares declined. Investors also remained focused on the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy meeting, which began on Monday, and monitored global bond yields.

The S&P BSE Sensex rose 472.77 points, or 0.66%, to 72,382.47, while the Nifty 50 index gained 133.80 points, or 0.60%, to 22,555.75. Over the previous four sessions, the Sensex and Nifty had declined 2.69% and 3.11%, respectively.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures rose 19 points, indicating a mildly positive opening for the Nifty 50.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 9,484.22 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers of Rs 10,041.84 crore in the Indian equity market on 1 October 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 9,569.57 crore in October through 1 October 2026. This follows net selling of Rs 45,536.89 crore in September 2026, while FPIs were net buyers of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026.

Global Markets:

Most Asian indices traded higher on Monday, even as investor sentiment remained cautious amid elevated crude oil prices and high US Treasury yields. Markets in mainland China and South Korea remained closed for holidays.

Softer-than-expected US jobs data eased expectations of an interest rate hike by the US Federal Reserve at its October meeting. However, investors remained cautious as the US 10-year Treasury yield had climbed to 5.34% last week, its highest level since 2002. Elevated yields increase borrowing costs and can weigh on equity valuations, even if the Fed keeps its policy rate unchanged in the near term.

Meanwhile, crude oil prices remained elevated. Brent crude was trading around $102.20 a barrel on Monday morning after briefly moving above $103, as Saudi-backed Yemeni forces launched a campaign to reclaim Houthi-controlled areas. Continued geopolitical tensions in the Middle East kept concerns over oil supply elevated.

US stocks ended higher on Friday after weaker-than-expected jobs data reduced expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike at its policy meeting later this month. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 250.40 points, or 0.49%, to 51,176.96, while the S&P 500 gained 56.27 points, or 0.73%, to 7,722.72. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 319.27 points, or 1.19%, to 27,190.86. US nonfarm payroll employment increased by just 29,000 in September, well below economists' expectations of 90,000. The unemployment rate rose to 4.2% from 4.1% in August. Payroll gains for July and August were also revised lower by a combined 60,000.

The weaker-than-expected jobs data sharply reduced expectations of a 25-basis-point Fed rate hike at the end of October. CME FedWatch put the probability of a hike at 22.7%, down from 24.4% in the previous session and 64.2% a week earlier.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on 1 October 2026, extending their decline for the fourth consecutive session. Intensified foreign institutional investor (FII) selling, rising US bond yields and a weakening rupee weighed on investor sentiment. The sentiment remained subdued amid elevated crude oil prices and continued uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran conflict. The Nifty settled below the 22,450 level, while broader markets also declined. Auto and metal stocks fell, while IT shares bucked the weak market trend.

The Sensex declined 570.59 points or 0.79% to 71,909.70. The Nifty 50 index tumbled 198.50 points or 0.88% to 22,421.95. In the four consecutive trading sessions, the Sensex and Nifty declined 2.69% and 3.11%, respectively.

The Indian stock market was closed on 2 October 2026, on account of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were down 66 points, indicating a negative opening for the Nifty 50.

The government has reduced the windfall gains tax on exports of diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) for the fortnight beginning 1 October 2026, while keeping the levy on petrol exports unchanged. The special additional excise duty (SAED), along with road and infrastructure cess, on diesel exports has been cut to Rs 16 per litre from Rs 20 per litre, while the levy on ATF exports has been reduced to Rs 10.5 per litre from Rs 15 per litre. The duty on petrol exports remains unchanged at Rs 0.5 per litre. The Finance Ministry said there is no change in the existing duty rates on petrol and diesel cleared for domestic consumption.

The Indian stock market will remain closed on Friday, 2 October 2026, on account of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 10,148.41 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 11,271.73 crore in the Indian equity market on 30 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 45536.89 crore in September so far, through 30 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

Asian shares traded mixed on Thursday, with mainland China and Hong Kong markets closed for holidays.

US stocks ended mixed on Wednesday after data showed that inflation rose less than expected in August, easing expectations of an immediate Federal Reserve rate hike.

However, elevated Treasury yields limited gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 443.87 points, or 0.86%, to 50,906.05, while the S&P 500 fell 19.30 points, or 0.25%, to 7,651.54. The Nasdaq Composite rose 63.52 points, or 0.24%, to 26,861.06.

US inflation, as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, rose 0.3% month-on-month in August and 3.4% year-on-year. The annual increase was below economists’ expectations of 3.7%, helping reduce expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike at the October meeting. Core PCE inflation rose 3% year-on-year.

Micron Technology reported record fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $54.23 billion and non-GAAP earnings of $33.42 per share. The company forecast adjusted EPS of $38.15 at the midpoint for the current quarter, above market expectations. Its shares initially gained in after-hours trading before paring the move.

Crude oil prices traded lower, with Brent crude futures down 0.24% at $97.79 a barrel. Oil prices remained a key focus for investors amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns over energy supply.

Investors will next focus on the US nonfarm payrolls report for September, due on Friday, for further clues on the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended lower on Wednesday, extending their decline for a third consecutive session, as healthcare and metal stocks came under selling pressure. The Nifty settled below the 22,650. Realty and banking stocks, including private lenders, advanced and limited the overall decline.

Elevated crude oil prices and continued foreign institutional investor (FII) selling weighed on sentiment. Investors remained cautious amid elevated global bond yields and geopolitical uncertainties. Market participants are also tracking US inflation data and movements in crude oil prices and bond yields for cues on the global interest-rate outlook.

The S&P BSE Sensex declined 48.78 points or 0.07% to 72,480.29. The Nifty 50 index declined 95.75 points or 0.42% to 22,620.45. In three sessions, the Sensex and Nifty fell 1.92% and 2.25%, respectively.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were down 33 points, indicating a negative opening for the Nifty 50.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 9,980.22 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 6,952.71 crore in the Indian equity market on 29 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 34793.90 crore in September so far, through 29 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

US Dow Jones index futures were up 198 points on Wednesday, pointing to a higher opening for US stocks.

Asian stocks traded higher on Wednesday, while Asian currencies remained under pressure from rising global bond yields, higher oil prices and US-Iran tensions.

US stocks ended slightly lower on Tuesday as government bond yields continued to rise ahead of key inflation and labour market data, while investors assessed comments from Federal Reserve officials for clues on the interest-rate outlook.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 131.59 points, or 0.26%, to 51,349.92, while the S&P 500 fell 12.85 points, or 0.17%, to 7,670.84. The Nasdaq Composite declined 22.84 points, or 0.08%, to 26,797.54.

Longer-dated US Treasury yields rose, with the 30-year bond yield hitting 5.6206%, its highest level since June 2002. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield climbed to 5.293%, its highest level since June 2007.

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 7.58% on Tuesday. This was the highest level in the current series since November 2023.

Expectations for at least a 25-basis-point Fed rate hike at the October meeting fell to 51.5% from nearly 70% earlier in the session, according to CME FedWatch. This was after New York Fed President John Williams said the central bank had time to assess incoming data before deciding on another rate increase.

US job openings fell by 256,000 to 7.079 million in August, the lowest level in five months, while the Conference Board's consumer confidence index fell 6.7 points to 81.9 in September, its lowest level since 2014.

Crude oil prices fell as concerns over supply disruptions eased following signs of a recovery in Saudi Arabia's crude exports from its Red Sea ports after repairs to a key pipeline. Uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz continued amid the US-Iran conflict. Brent crude futures fell 2.6% to settle at $102.59 a barrel on Tuesday.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks declined for the second consecutive session on Tuesday, amid F&O expiry-day volatility. Persistent uncertainty over the Iran war and prospects of a peace deal, continued FII selling, rupee weakness, rising crude oil prices and elevated US Treasury yields weighed on sentiment. The Nifty closed below the 22,750 mark. Broader market underperformed, while most sectoral indices ended lower. IT, consumer durables and auto stocks faced selling pressure, while metal and pharma stocks gained.

The S&P BSE Sensex tanked 242.65 points or 0.33% to 72,529.07. The Nifty 50 index tumbled 64.05 points or 0.28% to 22,716.20. In two sessions, the Sensex declined 1.85%, while the Nifty fell 1.83%.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were down 22 points, indicating a negative opening for the Nifty 50 amid weak global cues.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 5,353.22 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 5,189.02 crore in the Indian equity market on 28 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 29,255.58 crore in September so far, through 28 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

US Dow Jones index futures were down 61 points, pointing to a lower opening for US stocks.

Asian market traded lower on Tuesday, following overnight losses on Wall Street. Rising crude oil prices and US Treasury yields continued to weigh on risk sentiment.

US stocks ended lower on Monday as oil prices and Treasury yields remained elevated, while developments surrounding OpenAI added pressure to technology shares. Geopolitical uncertainty also weighed on sentiment after US President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

OpenAI was a source of pressure for AI-related stocks after reports that the company had paused training of some advanced AI models. The development raised concerns about the pace of AI investment and demand for chips and data-centre infrastructure.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.67%. The S&P 500 shed 0.77%, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.92%.

US Treasury yields continued to rise amid expectations of further interest-rate hikes. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed to around 5.24%, its highest level since 2007, while the 30-year yield rose to around 5.56%, near its highest level in more than two decades.

Crude oil prices rose for a second consecutive session amid concerns over Middle East supply disruptions. Brent crude settled at $105.28 a barrel, up 0.9%.

Investors will focus on the US JOLTS job openings data due later on Tuesday, along with comments from Federal Reserve officials including Michelle Bowman, Austan Goolsbee and John Williams.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Monday as escalating Iran-US tensions pushed crude oil prices higher and raised concerns over prolonged supply disruptions. Rising US Treasury yields, a weaker rupee, continued foreign investor selling and weak Asian market cues added to the pressure. Brent crude moved close to $107 a barrel, while the US 10-year Treasury yield climbed above 5.2%. Continued FPI selling also dented sentiment. The Nifty settled below the 22,800 level. The sell-off was broad-based, with all sectoral indices ending lower, led by declines in banking, realty and metal stocks.

The S&P BSE Sensex tanked 1,124 points or 1.52% to 72,771.72. The Nifty 50 index dropped 360.25 points or 1.56% to 22,780.25.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were down 135.50 points, indicating a negative opening for the Nifty 50 amid weak global cues.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 3,693.93 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 2,838.17 crore in the Indian equity market on 25 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 25682.07 crore in September so far, through 25 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

US Dow Jones index futures were down 179 points on Monday, pointing to a weak opening for US stocks. Investors braced for weakness in technology shares after OpenAI paused training of its latest artificial intelligence models amid several instances of its AI agents going rogue. The news came just days after OpenAI said it was investigating incidents involving OpenAI agents using government websites in unexpected manners.

Heightened tensions surrounding Iran also weighed on sentiment after US President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian peace proposal to resolve the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Most Asian stock indices declined on Monday as investors remained cautious amid uncertainty over developments in the US-Iran conflict and the outlook for the Strait of Hormuz.

US stocks ended higher on Friday, led by gains in technology shares. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.93% to 51,828.62, while the S&P 500 gained 0.51% to 7,743.41. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.48% to 27,068.72.

US President Donald Trump said he expected the conflict with Iran to end "very soon", while continuing to signal uncertainty over further military action. Investors also remained focused on developments around the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments.

Crude oil prices rose as uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz continued to influence supply concerns. Brent crude futures gained 1.52% to $105.91 a barrel.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended higher on Friday, supported by value buying after the sharp decline in the previous session. Easing crude oil prices and a stronger rupee also supported investor sentiment. Buying interest in select domestic-focused sectors, particularly consumer durables and auto stocks, helped the benchmarks recover, while IT and healthcare stocks declined. The Nifty settled above the 23,100 level.

The S&P BSE Sensex advanced 315.20 points or 0.43% to 73,895.74. The Nifty 50 index added 77.40 points or 0.34% to 23,140.50. The 50-unit index fell 1.64% in the previous session.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were down 29 points, indicating a negative opening for the Nifty 50 amid weak global cues.

SEBI's board on Thursday approved a series of measures covering portfolio managers, foreign portfolio investors, REITs and InvITs. The regulator approved a comprehensive overhaul of the portfolio manager framework and allowed portfolio managers to invest in initial public offerings and primary market debt issuances. It also approved wider participation by foreign portfolio investors in physically settled, non-agricultural commodity derivative contracts. In addition, REITs and publicly listed InvITs will be permitted to issue depository receipts in permissible overseas jurisdictions.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 5,027.36 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 4,301.18 crore in the Indian equity market on 24 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 21064.46 crore in September so far, through 24 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

Most Asian stocks traded lower on Friday, tracking a mixed close on Wall Street as a sharp rise in US Treasury yields kept investors cautious. Markets in China and South Korea were closed for a holiday.

US stocks ended mixed on Thursday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell for a third straight session as Treasury yields rose. The Dow declined 161.61 points, or 0.31%, to 51,349.98, while the S&P 500 eased 0.02% to 7,704.13. The Nasdaq Composite rose 0.01% to 26,939.37.

US Treasury yields climbed to multi-year highs amid concerns that elevated energy prices could keep inflation under pressure. The 30-year Treasury yield touched 5.501%, its highest since June 2004, while the 10-year yield rose to 5.223%, its highest since June 2007.

Crude oil prices eased on Friday after rising sharply in the previous session. Brent crude futures fell 0.54% to $106.02 a barrel after gaining about 3% on Thursday. The previous session's rise followed concerns over potential supply disruptions after a Houthi missile attack on Saudi Arabia.

Investors also monitored developments from the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington. The leaders discussed trade and artificial intelligence, while the US and China agreed to extend their trade truce by two months. A White House state dinner was also held for Xi on Thursday.

Among individual stocks, Meta Platforms gained about 4.5% after unveiling new AI-powered devices and expanding features linked to its Muse AI agent. Oracle fell about 4.5% after reports that it had issued a force majeure notice related to its New Mexico data centre project.

Domestic Market:

The domestic equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Thursday, weighed down by surging US Treasury yields, higher crude oil prices and increased expectations of another Federal Reserve rate hike. The Nifty closed below the 23,100 level dragged by banks and financial services stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex tanked 1,247.71 points or 1.67% to 73,580.54. The Nifty 50 index tumbled 383.70 points or 1.64% to 23,063.10.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were down 58 points, indicating a negative opening for the Nifty 50 amid weak global cues.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 1,617.45 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 2,341.46 crore in the Indian equity market on 23 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 22769.80 crore in September so far, through 23 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

US Dow Jones index futures were down 113 points on Thursday, pointing to a lower opening for US stocks.

Asian market traded mostly lower, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street as a sharp rise in US Treasury yields heightened concerns over inflation and interest rates. The 10-year US Treasury yield rose to around 5.11%, its highest level since 2007 and its biggest one-day increase since the market turmoil triggered by US President Donald Trump's April 2025 tariff announcement.

Stronger-than-expected US economic data and weak demand at a $70 billion five-year Treasury auction contributed to the rise in yields. The US private-sector output expanded at its fastest pace in more than five years in September, while price pressures also increased. The S&P Global Flash US Composite PMI rose to 58.4 in September from 56.0 in August, marking its highest level in more than five years.

The rise in Treasury yields increased market expectations of another Federal Reserve interest-rate hike and put pressure on global bond markets.

Oil prices remained elevated after Brent crude jumped nearly 4% on Wednesday to settle at $103.08 a barrel, ending a five-day losing streak.

The dollar remained close to its strongest level since late July as investors assessed the changing interest-rate outlook and continued to monitor developments in energy markets.

Wall Street indexes fell on Wednesday as the surge in Treasury yields weighed on equities. The Nasdaq Composite fell 1.1% after posting back-to-back record closes earlier in the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.7%, while the S&P 500 fell 0.8%.

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington on Wednesday for a three-day state visit and was welcomed by US President Donald Trump. The two leaders are scheduled to hold talks on Thursday, with trade and artificial intelligence among the issues in focus.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng ahead of the summit and said Washington and Beijing had agreed to extend their trade truce by two months, to 10 January 2027.

Domestic Market:

The domestic equity benchmarks rebounded on Wednesday, supported by signs of easing tensions in the Middle East following US-Iran talks and a continued decline in oil prices. The Nifty closed above the 23,400 level, led by gains in metal, FMCG and PSU bank shares. However, IT and oil & gas stocks declined.

The S&P BSE Sensex jumped 299.17 points or 0.40% to 74,828.25. The Nifty 50 index added 117.80 points or 0.50% to 23,446.80.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were up 15 points, indicating a positive start for the Nifty 50.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 3,809.99 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 4,120.07 crore in the Indian equity market on 22 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 20065.46 crore in September so far, through 22 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

Asian stocks were mixed on Wednesday, while Japan's markets remained closed for a holiday. Caution ahead of the US-China summit also kept broader moves in equities muted. Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet in Washington on Thursday, 24 September, with markets watching for developments on trade and artificial intelligence.

US stocks ended mixed on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq Composite closing at a record high for the second consecutive session, supported by gains in technology and artificial intelligence-related stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.36%, while the S&P 500 was broadly flat at 7,764.64. The Nasdaq advanced 0.45% to 27,244.28.

Technology and AI stocks remained in focus following optimism around Meta Platforms' newly launched AI assistant, Muse. The launch has added to expectations of wider adoption of AI agents and supported gains across technology and semiconductor stocks.

US and Iranian officials also held talks on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Trump said the meeting was productive, while Iranian officials reiterated conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including a reduction in US military pressure.

Oil prices extended their decline following the reports of diplomatic engagement. Brent crude fell below the $99-a-barrel mark, with markets also tracking reports that Saudi Arabia was preparing to restore operations on its East-West oil pipeline.

Reports that Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz if certain conditions are met also contributed to expectations of improved supply flows. The developments have eased some concerns over energy supply disruptions, although geopolitical risks remain.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks snapped a four-session winning streak on Tuesday, with the Nifty closing below the 23,350 mark. Selling in IT, FMCG and PSU bank stocks outweighed gains in metal and realty shares. The market opened higher on positive global cues but came under pressure during the session, while Brent crude falling below $100 a barrel provided some relief.

The S&P BSE Sensex declined 329.91 points or 0.44% to 74,529.08. The Nifty 50 index lost 85.30 points or 0.36% to 23,329. The 50-unit index rose 1.28% in the past four consecutive sessions.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty October 2026 futures were down 44.50 points, indicating a negative start for the Nifty 50.

India's core sector output growth slowed to 4.8% year-on-year in August 2026 from a revised 5.0% growth in July. The eight core industries had initially recorded 5.4% growth in July, which was subsequently revised to 5.0%.

The August growth was supported by higher output of cement and electricity, which rose 12.5% and 11.6%, respectively. Steel production increased 3.4%, while output of coal, crude oil, natural gas and fertilisers declined.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 576.20 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 2,797.27 crore in the Indian equity market on 21 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 19390.86 crore in September so far, through 21 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

Asian stock market traded higher on Tuesday, tracking a strong overnight rally on Wall Street, as gains in technology stocks and easing crude oil prices supported investor sentiment.

US stocks ended sharply higher on Monday, with the Nasdaq Composite rising to a record closing high as investors returned to artificial intelligence-related stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.71% to 52,048.83, while the S&P 500 gained 1.49% to 7,764.70. The Nasdaq advanced 2.26% to 27,122.09.

Among major technology stocks, Nvidia rose 2.30%, AMD jumped 9.95%, Intel rallied 12.14%, Microsoft gained 1.59%, Amazon advanced 1.87%, Meta Platforms surged 11.43% and Apple rose 0.85%. Semiconductor stocks led the broader technology rally, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index gaining 4.29%.

Oil prices remained in focus after Brent crude fell 3.4% on Monday to around $100.34 a barrel. Brent was trading near $100.22 on Tuesday as investors assessed signs of easing supply disruptions and possible diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran.

Saudi Arabia has also increased crude shipments from its Gulf terminals following disruptions to its East-West pipeline.

US President Donald Trump said he was "probably open" to meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week. The possibility of direct talks has added to expectations of diplomatic efforts to ease tensions and reduce risks to regional energy supplies.

The Trump administration has also reportedly proposed investing $5 billion in a fund to help Middle Eastern countries rebuild energy infrastructure damaged during the Iran war and reduce their dependence on the Strait of Hormuz.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended higher on Monday, supported by easing crude oil prices and renewed buying in heavyweight stocks. The Nifty closed above the 23,400 level. Sectorally, pharma, FMCG and realty shares were in demand, while metal, PSU bank and IT stocks declined.

Global cues were broadly positive, with most Asian markets advancing and US equity futures trading higher. Investors also remained focused on the planned meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week, with trade and economic relations among the key areas under watch.

The S&P BSE Sensex jumped 564.03 points or 0.76% to 74,858.99. The Nifty 50 index added 67.90 points or 0.29% to 23,414.30.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty September 2026 futures were up 40.50 points, indicating a positive start for the Nifty 50.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 599.54 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 1,019.69 crore in the Indian equity market on 18 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 23,676.65 crore in September so far, through 18 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

Dow Jones futures were up 131 points on Monday, as investors assessed developments ahead of US President Donald Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington later this week.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held preparatory talks in New York over the weekend, covering trade, tariffs, critical minerals and artificial intelligence. The discussions also included a proposed mechanism for notifying each other about AI incidents with potential national security implications.

Investor sentiment was also supported by easing crude oil prices and signs of possible diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran. Trump said he was open to meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week. However, tensions remained elevated after Iran and the US exchanged threats over the weekend, while Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis launched missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, including targets in Riyadh and near the country's oil infrastructure.

Most Asian indices advanced on Monday, led by technology and semiconductor stocks as strong demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure supported chipmakers. Easing oil prices also provided some relief to markets, although crude remained above $100 a barrel and geopolitical risks continued to weigh on the outlook. Japanese market is closed for a holiday.

Brent crude fell below $104 a barrel as investors focused on signs of a recovery in Saudi oil shipments. Reports indicated that Saudi Arabia was seeking to restore flows through its East-West pipeline after the route was damaged in recent attacks. Saudi crude exports have already recovered to more than 4 million barrels per day in September from 2.4 million barrels per day in August, according to provisional Kpler data. However, the ongoing Houthi attacks and disruption to regional shipping routes remain a risk to global oil supplies.

Wall Street ended mixed on Friday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.18%, while the S&P 500 gained 0.17% and the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.40%. Semiconductor stocks supported the Nasdaq and S&P 500, while broader weakness weighed on the Dow. US Treasury yields moved above 5% during the session, adding to concerns over inflation and the outlook for interest rates.

The upcoming Trump-Xi summit remains a key focus for global markets. Trade tariffs are expected to be a major issue, with the existing US-China trade truce due to expire in November. Discussions are also expected to cover critical minerals and AI, both of which have become increasingly important to the technology supply chain. The latest preparatory talks produced an agreement to establish an AI dialogue and operationalise a previously discussed Board of Trade mechanism.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks ended mixed on Friday, as easing crude oil prices and softer global bond yields supported investor sentiment. Market sentiment was also aided by Moody's upward revision of India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7% from 6%, citing stronger-than-expected domestic activity and the resilience of the economy amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia. However, Moody's flagged elevated energy prices and El Niño-related food price pressures as risks to inflation, consumption and growth.

The S&P BSE Sensex shed 19.63 points or 0.03% to 74,294.96, while the Nifty 50 index rose 75.80 points or 0.33% to 23,346.40.

GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty September 2026 futures were down 24 points, indicating a negative start for the Nifty 50.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 3,208.76 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 3,617.75 crore in the Indian equity market on 17 September 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs sold shares worth Rs 20,041.11 crore in September so far, through 17 September 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 17,366 crore in August 2026, while they were net buyers of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 2026.

Global Markets:

Most Asian indices traded higher on Friday, following an overnight rally on Wall Street and a drop in crude oil prices.

Investors are watching the Bank of Japan, with the central bank widely expected to raise interest rates on Friday. The yen remained weak against the dollar ahead of the decision, while markets assessed how the BOJ may respond to the Fed's more hawkish policy stance.

In Europe, the Bank of England kept UK interest rates unchanged at 3.75% on Thursday in a 6-3 vote. The central bank maintained a cautious stance, with three policymakers voting for a 25-basis-point increase amid concerns that higher energy prices could generate further inflationary pressure.

US stock market ended higher on Thursday amid easing oil prices, dropping Treasury yields after strong labour data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied 0.61%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.14%. The Nasdaq Composite closed 1.69%.

The rally in US technology stocks lifted the Nasdaq index. Nvidia stock price surged 2.54%, AMD shares jumped 6.36%, Intel share price spiked 7.67%, Apple stock price rose 1.38%, Microsoft shares gained 1.52%, and Amazon share price rallied 2.13%.

Crude oil prices extended losses for a third session on hopes of limited supply disruption. Brent crude futures fell to $104 a barrel level. Reports emerged of additional Saudi crude shipments through Oman, easing supply worries.

Domestic Market:

The key equity benchmarks inched higher on Thursday, as investors assessed the US Federal Reserve's latest policy decision and its implications for global liquidity. The Fed raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4%, its first hike since 2023. The central bank's projections also kept the possibility of another rate increase this year on the table, with the latest projections showing a range of views among policymakers.

The Fed's indication of another rate hike in 2026 kept investors cautious, particularly across rate-sensitive and foreign-portfolio-investment-driven segments. The higher US rate environment supported the dollar and kept pressure on emerging-market currencies.

The S&P BSE Sensex shed 21.86 points or 0.03% to 74,314.59. The Nifty 50 index added 53 points or 0.23% to 23,270.60.