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Market Pulse: 2 June 2026 - Pre-Market Update

Market Pulse - Tuesday, 2 June, 2026
Nifty 23,382.6 (-0.70%) • FII Sold ₹140 Cr
Market Pulse Tuesday, 2 June, 2026
Market Snapshot
📊
Nifty 50
23,382.6
-0.70%
📈
Sensex
74,267.34
-0.68%
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Bank Nifty
53,643.1
-1.10%

The Indian stock market experienced a downturn today, with Nifty 50 and Sensex declining by 0.70% and 0.68% respectively. The primary driver behind this movement was the heightened geopolitical tension between the US and Iran, which spurred fears of increased oil prices and financial instability, impacting investor sentiment negatively. Additionally, the threat of rising fuel prices added to the pressure on energy and auto sectors, while fund outflows from FIIs further exacerbated the market decline. Despite these challenges, the IT sector outperformed, driven by positive expectations from an impending trade truce with the US.

The Big Story
📰 FEATURED

US-Iran war live: US strikes Iran, IRGC retaliates with attack on US base; Kuwait activates air defences

EnergyBanking

Prepare for volatility in energy and banking sectors due to geopolitical risks.

WHY IT MATTERS
Escalating US-Iran tensions could spike oil prices, impacting energy costs and financial stability in India.
Quick Takes
commodities • negative
Fuel prices may need to rise up to Rs 12/litre for OMCs to offset current losses
Prepare for potential cost pressures on energy and auto sectors.
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markets • negative
Indian shares to open lower as Iran war, fund outflows continue to weigh
Prepare for market volatility; consider defensive stocks.
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india macro • negative
India GDP growth likely eased in January-March quarter on softer external demand: Reuters poll
Investors should brace for potential market volatility due to weaker GDP growth signals.
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commodities • negative
Oil prices surge on reports that Iran has cut off communication with US
Expect increased volatility in energy and auto stocks; consider risk management strategies.
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india macro • positive
India scraps cotton import duty for five months to aid textile exporters
Expect positive momentum in textile stocks due to cost advantages.
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global macro • negative
China Cracks Down On Overseas Investing After Record $1 Trillion Capital Flight To US, Hong Kong Markets
Potential capital outflow from emerging markets; caution advised in IT and metals.
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FII / DII Activity
FII/FPI
Sold
₹140 Cr
DII
Bought
₹908 Cr

FIIs sold ₹140 Cr, DIIs bought ₹908 Cr today.

Market Breadth

Advances: 742 · Declines: 952 · A/D Ratio: 0.78

Mixed participation across market

Sector Performance
IT
+2.7%
Media
+1.4%
Metal
+0.5%
Pharma
-0.5%
Bank
-1.1%
Infra
-1.2%
Fin Services
-1.4%
Energy
-1.5%
Auto
-1.7%
Realty
-1.8%
PSU Bank
-1.8%
FMCG
-2.3%

IT, Media led gains while PSU Bank, FMCG underperformed. Defensive sectors outperforming suggests risk-off sentiment.

Technical Levels
Nifty 50
Support 23,500 / 23,616
Resistance 23,624 / 23,866
Bank Nifty
Support 53,847
Resistance 54,330

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

Global Cues

 |  S&P Futures: -0.42%

Global cues mixed; expect range-bound opening

Commodities & Forex
Gold
₹1,54,300
+0.03%
Silver
₹2,66,537
+0.14%
USD/INR
Rs 94.98/USD
+0.00%
Macro / Economic Events
📌 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Looking Ahead
👀 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Corporate Actions
Wipro
s to watch: Ola Electric, Wipro, NHPC, Axis Bank among 10 shares in focus today; check list here

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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