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Market Pulse: 5 August 2026 - Pre-Market Update

Market Pulse - Wednesday, 5 August, 2026
Nifty 24,614.9 (-0.64%) • FII Sold ₹128 Cr
Market Pulse Wednesday, 5 August, 2026
Market Snapshot
📊
Nifty 50
24,614.9
-0.64%
📈
Sensex
78,428.95
+0.43%
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Bank Nifty
57,907.2
-0.58%

In the previous session, the Sensex managed a modest gain of 0.43%, while the Nifty 50 declined by 0.64% amid broad-based selling. Market breadth was weak with 655 advances against 1031 declines. Energy stocks are in focus due to heightened geopolitical risks in the Middle East, while FIIs and DIIs were net sellers, indicating cautious sentiment. Overnight, global cues remain tense as US-Iran tensions escalate, influencing oil prices and potentially impacting Indian energy stocks.

The Big Story
📰 FEATURED

'We will hit Iran hard': Trump warns of fresh US strikes after attack on American targets in Jordan

Energy

Expect volatility in energy stocks; consider risk management strategies.

WHY IT MATTERS
Escalation of US-Iran tensions could disrupt oil supply and increase prices.
Quick Takes
global macro • positive
Iran deal could be reached 'today or tomorrow' to reopen Strait of Hormuz, says US treasury chief Bessent
Energy sector may benefit from reduced oil prices; monitor developments closely.
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commodities • positive
Oil prices fall on hopes Strait of Hormuz could reopen
Lower oil prices may benefit Indian energy stocks and reduce inflationary pressures.
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global macro • negative
'Deal, or total surrender': Trump hits back after Iran denies talks, says US controls Strait of Hormuz
Energy stocks may face volatility; consider hedging against oil price fluctuations.
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global macro • negative
'We are not negotiating with US': Iran contradicts Trump, says only Oman is part of Hormuz talks
Prepare for potential oil price swings; energy sector remains sensitive.
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global macro • negative
Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv kills one and injures others
Prepare for potential commodity price volatility due to geopolitical risks.
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global macro • negative
At least one killed in Russian ballistic missile attack on Kiev
Geopolitical risks could drive commodity price fluctuations; monitor closely.
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FII / DII Activity
FII/FPI
Sold
₹128 Cr
DII
Sold
₹515 Cr

FIIs sold ₹128 Cr, DIIs sold ₹515 Cr today.

Market Breadth

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

Broad-based selloff across market

Sector Performance
Media
+2.0%
Metal
+0.9%
PSU Bank
-0.1%
Pharma
-0.2%
Energy
-0.3%
Auto
-0.4%
Fin Services
-0.5%
Bank
-0.6%
IT
-0.8%
FMCG
-0.9%
Infra
-0.9%
Realty
-2.4%

Media, Metal led gains while Infra, Realty underperformed. Cyclicals leading indicates risk-on appetite.

Top Gainers / Losers
Top Gainers
KEI +9.49%
CGPOWER +6.53%
SAIL +5.18%
GODFRYPHLP +4.00%
NAM-INDIA +3.18%
Top Losers
LICI -8.68%
UPL -6.15%
PRESTIGE -4.49%
OBEROIRLTY -4.42%
DABUR -3.79%
Technical Levels
Nifty 50
Support 24,366 / 24,117
Resistance 24,453 / 24,290
Bank Nifty
Support 57,368
Resistance 57,750

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

Global Cues

 |  S&P Futures: +2.06%

US futures positive (S&P +2.06%).

Commodities & Forex
Gold
₹1,44,168
+0.88%
Silver
₹2,21,410
-0.09%
USD/INR
Rs 95.37/USD
+0.00%
Macro / Economic Events
📌 5 earnings results expected
📌 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
📌 Milky Mist cuts IPO size to $163 million, launch next week
Looking Ahead
👀 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Corporate Actions
L&T
bags ultra-mega project order from ADNOC Offshore
LIC
LIC’s Big Share Sale Draws Investors Even as India’s IPO Market Stalls
Earnings Calendar
Tenneco Clean Air India
5 Aug
Whirlpool of India
5 Aug
Time Technoplast
5 Aug

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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