Nifty & Sensex — 21 Oct 2026
Pre-Market
Section titled “Pre-Market”Markets Data
Section titled “Markets Data”The market is expected to lean bearish today, with a short bias driven by declines in major indices and rising US Treasury yields. Foreign institutional investors show net selling, while domestic institutional investors remain net buyers. The Indian rupee strengthens against the dollar, and Brent crude prices dip slightly. Prevailing conditions suggest cautious trading, with volatility remaining a key factor.
| Input | Value | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| GIFT Nifty | — unavailable | — |
| S&P 500 o/n | -1.19% | −1 |
| Nasdaq o/n | -2.87% | −1 |
| US 10Y yield | 5.15 ▲ | −1 |
| DXY | 101.748 | 0 |
| FII net (prev) | -1,148.64 cr | −1 |
| DII net (prev) | +3,201.19 cr | +1 |
| USD/INR | 94.6625 | +1 |
| Prev close in range | bottom third | −1 |
| India VIX | 15.95 ▲ | — |
| Brent | $109.65 ▼ | context |
| NET BIAS | Mildly Short | -3 |
1 of 9 inputs unavailable this morning.
- Markets relinquish early gains, close slightly higherThis highlights the market's struggle to sustain momentum, signaling potential caution among investors. — Moneycontrol
- Sensex and Nifty continue upward trend for third consecutive dayThe sustained gains suggest a bullish sentiment, supported by reduced volatility. — Moneycontrol
- Midday rally fueled by sharp decline in India VIXThe steepest drop in volatility in four years indicates a shift toward market stability. — Moneycontrol
- Sensex and Nifty extend gains, Q4 earnings to drive stock movementsContinued gains and focus on earnings reports may influence investor decisions. — Moneycontrol
- Jio IPO shatters records ahead of listingThis underscores the significant investor interest in high-profile IPOs, shaping market sentiment. — ET Markets
EOD · 16:20 IST
Indian equity markets ended higher, with the Sensex and Nifty extending their gains for the third consecutive session. While the broader indices saw positive momentum, the Bank Nifty faced downward pressure, reflecting sector-specific challenges. Reduced volatility played a key role in supporting the rally, though the market struggled to sustain intraday gains. Earnings reports and corporate developments continued to guide stock-specific movements, shaping investor sentiment throughout the day.
| Index | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 22,811.35 | +0.83% |
| Sensex | 73,709.69 | +1.27% |
| Bank Nifty | 54,976.9 | -0.61% |
- Markets edge higher but struggle to sustain intraday momentumIt highlights the market's inability to maintain earlier gains, reflecting cautious investor sentiment. — Moneycontrol
- Benchmark indices extend winning streak amid reduced volatilityIt underscores the continuation of the bullish trend driven by easing market uncertainty. — Moneycontrol
- Midday surge fueled by sharpest volatility drop in four yearsIt emphasizes the role of declining volatility in sparking a midday rally. — Moneycontrol
- Indices notch third consecutive gain as earnings season guides actionIt highlights the influence of quarterly results on market movements. — Moneycontrol
- Five stocks, including Wipro, recommended for Thursday tradingIt provides actionable insights for investors ahead of the next session. — ET Markets
- Netflix shares dip amid concerns over slowing revenue growthIt reflects broader market reactions to corporate performance trends. — ET Markets
- Mahindra Finance reports robust Q2 profit growth on improved volumesIt showcases strong financial performance in the lending sector. — ET Markets
- Reliance gains financial flexibility with Jio IPO, says Moody'sIt highlights strategic financial developments impacting a major conglomerate. — ET Markets
- PC Jewellers posts sharp Q2 profit rise, achieves debt-free statusIt underscores a significant turnaround in the company's financial health. — ET Markets
- IHCL reports 19% profit growth in Q2, driven by strong performanceIt reflects positive earnings momentum in the hospitality sector. — ET Markets