Indian equity markets opened Thursday on a cautious note as global uncertainty continued to weigh on sentiment. Weak cues from Wall Street, mixed Asian markets, and ongoing geopolitical tensions kept investors defensive, setting the tone for a volatile start to the trading session on Dalal Street.
Stock Market Today : Market Snapshot (8 January, 2026)
Pre-Opening
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Sensex: 84,778.02, Down 183.12 points, −0.22%
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Nifty 50: 26,106.50, Down 34.25 points, −0.13%
Indian equities trade lower as benchmark indices slip amid cautious sentiment, reflecting weak global cues and ongoing volatility, with investors staying defensive ahead of key triggers.
Opening Bell (9:15 AM)
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Sensex: 84,823.73, Down 137.41 points, −0.16%
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Nifty 50: 26,105.70 | Down 35.05 points, −0.13%
Benchmarks trade in the red as cautious sentiment prevails, with investors reacting to weak global cues and ongoing volatility, keeping market participants defensive through the session.
Global Clues For Stock Market Today
US Markets (Wall Street)
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Sentiment hit by escalating geopolitical concerns and remarks from US President Donald Trump
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S&P 500 closes down 0.34% after hitting intraday highs
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Dow Jones falls 0.94% despite touching new peaks
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Nasdaq gains 0.16%, outperforming on tech strength
Asian Markets
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Early trade shows mixed to weak trend
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Mainland China indices down 0.5–0.9%
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Hong Kong markets decline 0.5–0.9%
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Japan indices slip 0.5–0.9%
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South Korea’s Kospi rises 1.48%, bucking the regional trend
Stocks To Watch Today
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Gland Pharma
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USFDA approval for Olopatadine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP 0.7% (OTC)
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Cipla
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Supply partner Pharmathen International SA received nine USFDA observations (Form 483)
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Inspection conducted in Greece from November 10–21, 2025
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Impact under evaluation
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Angel One
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Board meeting on January 15 to consider stock split and interim dividend
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Stock Market On Wednesday
Geopolitical jitters, FII selling and weak Asian cues keep sentiment cautious; midcaps show resilience amid volatility
On Wednesday, the markets failed to find a foothold, with Dalal Street slipping for the third straight day. The Nifty fell below 26,150 as investors navigated a rocky path marked by geopolitical concerns, continued foreign portfolio investor (FPI) selling, and weak Asian cues. By the close, the Sensex was down 102 points at 84,961, while the Nifty slipped 38 points to 26,140. Notably, broader markets held up, with mid- and small-cap stocks showing some resilience. IT and consumer durables offered support, while auto and oil & gas stocks weighed on the benchmarks, keeping traders guessing and overall sentiment cautious.
(With Input)
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