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Market Pulse: 13 March 2026 - Pre-Market Update

Market Pulse - Friday, 13 March, 2026
Nifty 23,639.15 (-0.95%) • FII Sold ₹7,049.87 Cr
Market Pulse Friday, 13 March, 2026
Market Snapshot
📊
Nifty 50
23,639.15
-0.95%
📈
Sensex
76,034.42
-1.08%
🏦
Bank Nifty
55,100.95
-1.14%

Today's Indian market witnessed a notable decline, with Nifty 50 and Sensex dropping nearly 1%. This downturn was driven by global geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, causing a surge in oil prices and pressure on the Indian rupee. The escalating conflict involving Iran has disrupted oil supplies, raising import costs and inflationary concerns. Despite the energy sector showing resilience due to higher oil prices, other sectors, especially financial services, faced headwinds from the rupee's depreciation.

The Big Story
📰 FEATURED

Renewed oil surge pummels Indian assets, pushes rupee to record low

EnergyBankingAuto

Expect volatility in energy and auto sectors; monitor rupee movements closely.

WHY IT MATTERS
Oil price surge weakens rupee, increases inflationary pressures, and affects import costs.
Quick Takes
global macro • negative
Iran War News Live: Iran fires cluster bombs at Israel; oil tankers hit in Iraqi waters; PM Modi's big message on LPG shortage
Prepare for significant market volatility and potential inflationary pressures.
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global macro • negative
Trump and Iran strike defiant tone as oil markets see little relief
Prepare for potential volatility in energy stocks due to geopolitical risks.
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global macro • negative
Iran's new supreme leader vows to block Strait of Hormuz in first statement
Prepare for increased volatility in energy stocks and potential rupee depreciation.
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india macro • positive
India plans fresh incentives for phone production in boost for Apple, Samsung
Expect growth in telecom and electronics manufacturing sectors; consider related stocks.
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global macro • negative
Iran's new supreme leader vows to keep blocking Strait of Hormuz in first statement released by regime
Energy sector volatility expected; consider defensive investment strategies.
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commodities • negative
'The situation is dire': War on Iran squeezes India's cooking-gas supplies
Energy sector faces cost pressures; monitor FMCG for potential margin impacts.
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FII / DII Activity
FII/FPI
Sold
₹7,049.87 Cr
DII
Bought
₹7,449.77 Cr

FIIs sold ₹7,049.87 Cr, DIIs bought ₹7,449.77 Cr. DIIs providing support against FII selling.

Market Breadth

Advances: 655 · Declines: 1031 · A/D Ratio: 0.64

Broad-based selloff across market

Sector Performance
Energy
+1.9%
Metal
+0.4%
Media
+0.3%
PSU Bank
-0.0%
IT
-0.2%
Pharma
-0.3%
Infra
-0.5%
Fin Services
-1.0%
Bank
-1.1%
Realty
-1.6%
FMCG
-1.8%
Auto
-3.2%

Energy, Metal led gains while FMCG, Auto underperformed. Cyclicals leading indicates risk-on appetite.

Technical Levels
Nifty 50
Support 23,549 / 23,459
Resistance 24,014 / 24,389
Bank Nifty
Support 54,842
Resistance 56,149

Nifty is in bearish trend. Trading below 200 DMA suggests caution. Short-term momentum is weak.

Global Cues

 |  S&P Futures: -1.13%

US futures negative (S&P -1.13%).

Commodities & Forex
Gold
₹1,60,185
-0.05%
Silver
₹2,68,156
-0.12%
USD/INR
Rs 92.29/USD
-0.05%
Macro / Economic Events
📌 2 earnings results expected
📌 US Fed Interest Rate Decision
Looking Ahead
👀 US Fed Interest Rate Decision
Corporate Actions
Mahindra
EPC Irrigation bags Rs 2-cr micro irrigation order
Reliance
India's Reliance buys 6 mln barrels of Russian oil for March, sources say
Earnings Calendar
PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery
13 Mar
Vivimed Labs
13 Mar

DISCLAIMER

This newsletter is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not investment advice. Markets are subject to risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult a registered financial advisor before making investment decisions. We are not registered investment advisors with SEBI or any other regulatory body.

AI DISCLOSURE: Some analysis is generated using AI technology and curated by our editorial team.

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