Market snapshot
Nifty 5023,346.40+0.33%
Sensex74,294.96-0.03%
Bank Nifty56,358.70+0.54%
Previous close · 18 Sept 2026 · Nifty has closed between 0% and +0.5% on 328 of the last 1,261 sessions.
In the previous session, Indian markets saw a modest performance amidst positive global cues and a strong showing from infrastructure stocks. Rail Vikas Nigam surged after securing a significant contract from East Coast Railway, boosting confidence in the infrastructure sector. Welspun Corp also gained on an order win from Saudi Aramco, reflecting robust demand for manufacturing and supply of steel pipes. However, IT stocks like TCS and Tata Elxsi faced pressure, likely influenced by global tech sector challenges.
The big story
Trump says oil is flowing through Strait of Hormuz, warns other countries they will have to ‘reimburse’ US
Oil continues to flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
News
Moody's has raised India's fiscal 2027 GDP growth forecast to 7%, citing resilience in the Middle East as a contributing factor.
A total of 20 IPOs are set to open for subscription next week, with the fundraising expected to exceed Rs 4,200 crore, including Rs 3,825 crore in the mainboard segment.
Influencers view the introduction of UPI MDR in India as a crucial step for monetizing the ecosystem, according to GlobalData.
India's semiconductor industry is warned to prepare for potential cyberattacks and misinformation campaigns as domestic chip manufacturing expands, according to Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
Brookfield is set to invest up to $600 million in India's ACME green fuels business, marking a significant investment in the country's renewable energy sector.
Stocks Updates
Anupam Rasayan India: shraddha Anand Desai, and Rehash Industrial and Resins Chemicals Private Limited (as applicable) on the terms and conditions set out under an agreement of share pledge to be executed between the Company, pledgor(s) and Debenture Trustee (“Share Pledge Agreement”); -- 1 of 4 -- ANUPAM RAS AYAN INDIA LTD.
Welspun: announced a contract with Saudi Arabian Oil Co. (Aramco) for manufacturing and supply of steel pipes valued over 771 million SAR (approx. INR 2,000 crore).
Rail Vikas Nigam: received a Letter of Acceptance from East Coast Railway for various construction and electrification works between Khurda Road and Vizianagaram.
Jaiprakash Power Ventures: agreed with National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited to settle a claim for Rs. 511 crore, subject to certain conditions and agreements.
Anupam Rasayan India: informed the Exchange about issuance of non-convertible debentures on a private placement basis.
Emami: announced a buyback of shares.
Samvardhana Motherson International: received a certificate confirming the reduction of share capital effective September 18, 2026.
Railtel Corporation Of India: had a demand notice set aside by the Additional Commissioner of Appeals, CGST & CX, Guwahati.
FII / DII activity
FIIBought ₹599.54 Cr
DIIBought ₹1,019.69 Cr
FIIs bought ₹599.54 Cr, DIIs bought ₹1,019.69 Cr. Flows were routine in size.
Market breadth
Nifty 500
Advances364
Declines135
A/D ratio2.70
Broad participation across Nifty 500
Sector performance
12 NSE sector indices, previous close
Metal+1.51%
Media+1.34%
Realty+1.19%
Infra+1.14%
Energy+1.05%
Fin Services+0.76%
PSU Bank+0.66%
Bank+0.54%
Pharma+0.49%
Auto-0.11%
FMCG-0.23%
IT-1.03%
Leaders: Metal, Media · Laggards: IT, FMCG
Top gainers and losers
Gainers
SUPREMEIND₹3,580.30+7.05%
UNOMINDA₹1,284.00+6.56%
RVNL₹214.29+6.24%
ATHERENERG₹1,640.00+5.81%
APLAPOLLO₹2,270.10+5.66%
Losers
KPITTECH₹532.00-4.88%
TCS₹2,105.00-3.88%
TATAELXSI₹3,266.70-3.40%
TMPV₹303.80-3.40%
DIXON₹13,005.00-2.14%
Commodities & forex
🪙 Gold (10g)₹1,54,263.00+0.84%
🥈 Silver (1kg)₹2,42,000.00+0.16%
USD/INR95.80-0.35%
Global cues
S&P 5007,650.50+0.17%
Nasdaq26,522.54+0.39%
S&P 500 futures7,657.35+0.23%
Nasdaq futures29,613.68+0.57%
Wall Street ended a volatile week with a quiet finish, as investors digested recent market fluctuations, according to WSJ.
Yahoo Finance reports that the S&P 500 has historically risen in 34 of the last 41 quarters, as the stock market's best quarter of the year is about to start.
Yahoo Finance notes that Wall Street analysts continue to cut targets for Lululemon, yet the stock is not considered cheap enough to buy.
CNBC highlights that top Wall Street analysts find three specific stocks attractive for long-term investments.
The Wall Street Journal indicates that U.S. stocks were mixed as concerns over inflation countered optimism surrounding AI developments.
The Wall Street Journal reports that the Fed's recent rate increase serves as a warning to borrowers, with Warsh taking a firm stance on inflation.
CNBC reports that Fed's Kashkari has stated inflation remains too high across the U.S. economy.
Technical levels
Nifty support23,292.28 / 23,238.17
Nifty resistance23,394.83 / 23,443.27
Bank Nifty support56,122.35
Bank Nifty resistance56,546.25
Nifty is in bearish trend. Trading below 200 DMA suggests caution. Short-term trend is soft.
Corporate actions
Upcoming dividends
Kajaria Ceramics
Dividend ₹6.00/sh · ex 21 Sep
Bajaj Holdings & Investment
Interim dividend ₹65.00/sh · ex 21 Sep
Container Corporation of India
Dividend ₹1.00/sh · ex 21 Sep
Earnings calendar
HCL Technologies Limited2026-10-12
Symbiotec Pharmalab21 Sep
ELITECON INTERNATIONAL21 Sep
Term of the day
FCCB
Foreign Currency Convertible Bonds are foreign-currency bonds issued by Indian companies that can convert into equity.