Nifty & Sensex — 20 Jul 2026
PRE-MARKET · 08:40 IST
EOD · 16:20 IST
Pre-Market
Section titled “Pre-Market”Markets Data
Section titled “Markets Data”Markets are expected to open lower with a short bias, influenced by negative overnight moves in U.S. indices and a stronger dollar. Rising oil prices and mixed domestic institutional flows add to the cautious tone, though easing volatility may provide some support.
Signal
| Input | Value | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| GIFT Nifty | — unavailable | — |
| S&P 500 o/n | -1.55% | −1 |
| Nasdaq o/n | -2.90% | −1 |
| US 10Y yield | 4.57 ▲ | 0 |
| DXY | 100.722 | −1 |
| FII net (prev) | -376.41 cr | 0 |
| DII net (prev) | +1,017.89 cr | +1 |
| USD/INR | 96.467 | −1 |
| Prev close in range | middle third | 0 |
| India VIX | 13.35 ▲ | — |
| Brent | $90.47 ▲ | context |
| NET BIAS | Mildly Short | -3 |
1 of 9 inputs unavailable this morning.
Pre-Market News
- Markets give up intraday advances to close slightly upThis indicates ongoing volatility and a lack of strong bullish momentum despite recent gains. — Moneycontrol
- Benchmarks notch third consecutive rise as volatility recedesSustained gains with lower volatility could signal a stabilizing trend in the near term. — Moneycontrol
- Midday surge fueled by sharp drop in volatility indexA significant decline in the VIX suggests reduced market fear, potentially encouraging more participation. — Moneycontrol
- Indices extend winning streak amid focus on quarterly resultsContinued upward movement highlights the influence of corporate earnings on market direction. — Moneycontrol
- VA Tech Wabag gains on Bengaluru wastewater project winPositive stock reaction to new contracts may boost sentiment in the infrastructure sector. — ET Markets
EOD · 16:20 IST
Indian equity markets extended their gains for the third straight session, supported by easing volatility and positive sentiment. While early advances were partially pared back, benchmarks closed higher, with investors eyeing upcoming earnings for further direction. The day's trading reflected a cautious yet optimistic tone as key indices maintained their upward trajectory.
Close
| Index | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24,238.5 | +0.78% |
| Sensex | 77,708.52 | +0.85% |
| Bank Nifty | 57,945 | +0.84% |
EOD News
- Markets relinquish early advances to close with modest gainsThis highlights the session's volatility and the struggle to sustain upward momentum. — Moneycontrol
- Benchmark indices notch third consecutive day of gains amid lower volatilityContinued bullish sentiment was supported by easing market fluctuations. — Moneycontrol
- Midday surge fueled by sharp decline in market volatility indexThe significant drop in volatility spurred a rally during the trading session. — Moneycontrol
- Indices extend winning streak as focus shifts to quarterly earningsInvestors turned their attention to corporate results for directional cues. — Moneycontrol
- John Bogle's timeless wisdom on the intersection of common sense and dataThe quote serves as a reminder of the balance between intuition and analysis in investing. — ET Markets
- Meghna Infracon anticipates major revenue boost from new commercial ventureThe project's potential financial impact could influence sectoral performance. — ET Markets
- Indian bond market stabilizes following oil price fluctuationsThe correlation between oil prices and bond movements remained a key watchpoint. — ET Markets
- US equities advance in anticipation of earnings reports from tech giantsGlobal market sentiment was buoyed by optimism around corporate earnings. — ET Markets
- Aastha Spintex plans bonus and dividend consideration shortly after listingThe move could attract investor interest in the newly listed stock. — ET Markets
- Warren Buffett cautions against speculative behavior in equity marketsThe warning underscores the importance of disciplined investing strategies. — ET Markets