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Market Pulse: 18 June 2026 - Pre-Market Update

Market Pulse - Thursday, 18 June, 2026
Nifty 24,085.7 (+0.40%) • FII Sold ₹170 Cr
Market Pulse Thursday, 18 June, 2026
Market Snapshot
📊
Nifty 50
24,085.7
+0.40%
📈
Sensex
77,155.62
+0.45%
🏦
Bank Nifty
57,585.05
+0.50%

Indian markets moved slightly upwards today, with Nifty 50 and Sensex gaining due to optimism around geopolitical stability after the US-Iran MoU. This agreement is likely to stabilize oil prices, benefiting energy and metal sectors. The RBI's decision to lift interest rate ceilings on FCNR-B deposits is expected to boost banking liquidity, while the US Federal Reserve's anticipated rate hold supports stable FII inflows. However, mixed institutional activity with FIIs selling ₹170 Cr contrasted with DIIs buying ₹121 Cr, indicating cautious optimism.

The Big Story
📰 FEATURED

‘It’s signed’: Trump signs US-Iran MoU; Tehran confirms electronic deal

EnergyMetals

Watch for potential stabilization in oil prices, benefiting energy and related sectors.

WHY IT MATTERS
US-Iran MoU may ease geopolitical tensions, stabilizing oil prices and benefiting energy-dependent sectors.
Quick Takes
markets • positive
India's largest bourse NSE files for IPO after years of regulatory delays
Potential for increased market participation; consider exposure to financial services.
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global macro
Kevin Warsh likely to hold rates steady in first FOMC meeting as Federal Reserve Chair
Expect stable FII activity with Fed maintaining interest rates.
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commodities • positive
Oil settles at three-month low after Trump says deal signed to end Iran war
Expect positive sentiment in oil-dependent sectors; monitor OMC stocks for gains.
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commodities • positive
Crude Oil Prices Sink on Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Oil price drop likely to boost market sentiment; focus on energy sector stocks.
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india macro • positive
RBI withdraws interest rate ceiling on fresh three-, five-year FCNR-B deposits
Expect increased foreign inflows boosting banking sector liquidity.
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global macro
Kevin Warsh launches five tasks forces in first major policy change as Federal Reserve Chair
Monitor Fed policy changes for potential shifts in global liquidity affecting Indian markets.
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FII / DII Activity
FII/FPI
Sold
₹170 Cr
DII
Bought
₹121 Cr

FIIs sold ₹170 Cr, DIIs bought ₹121 Cr today.

Market Breadth

Advances: 852 · Declines: 853 · A/D Ratio: 1.00

Mixed participation across market

Sector Performance
PSU Bank
+1.8%
Metal
+1.0%
IT
+0.8%
Energy
+0.8%
Bank
+0.5%
Infra
+0.5%
Media
-0.0%
Pharma
-0.0%
Fin Services
-0.1%
FMCG
-0.2%
Realty
-0.4%
Auto
-0.6%

PSU Bank, Metal led gains while Realty, Auto underperformed. Cyclicals leading indicates risk-on appetite.

Technical Levels
Nifty 50
Support 23,718 / 23,350
Resistance 24,049 / 24,013
Bank Nifty
Support 56,585
Resistance 57,726

Nifty is in sideways trend. Trading below 200 DMA suggests caution. Short-term momentum is positive.

Global Cues

 |  S&P Futures: +0.49%

Global cues mixed; expect range-bound opening

Commodities & Forex
Gold
₹1,53,899
+0.01%
Silver
₹2,52,046
+0.09%
USD/INR
Rs 94.52/USD
+0.00%
Macro / Economic Events
📌 4 earnings results expected
📌 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Looking Ahead
👀 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Earnings Calendar
Candour Techtex
18 Jun
Anik Industries
18 Jun
Chandni Machines
18 Jun

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.

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