Stock Market Today: Markets Wake Up On The Wrong Side; Sensex, Nifty Open Lower As Global Gloom Lingers

Stock Market Today: Good morning, traders!

Dalal Street didn’t wake up in the best of moods today. Global markets were already flashing warning signs, Wall Street had slipped overnight, and jitters around pricey AI stocks kept nerves on edge. Asian indices followed suit, setting a cautious tone before the opening bell in India. As trading began, the Sensex and Nifty slipped into the red, and early signs suggest the market could face a rocky start on the very first day of the week. With key US economic data due, bond yields inching higher, and commodities sending mixed signals, traders are left wondering: will bargain hunters step in, or will caution dominate the session?

Stock Market Today : Market Snapshot (12 December, 2025)

Pre-Opening (9:10 AM)

Sensex: 84,891.75, down 375.91 points (−0.44%)
Nifty 50: 25,930.05, down 116.90 points (−0.45%)

Indian markets signal a weak start at pre-open, with both Sensex and Nifty trading lower, reflecting cautious sentiment amid global uncertainty and risk-off mood among investors.

Opening Bell (9:15 AM)

Sensex: 85,016.18, down 251.48 points (−0.29%)
Nifty 50: 25,956.80, down 90.15 points (−0.35%)

Indian benchmarks opened lower, with Sensex and Nifty slipping at the opening bell, as investors remained cautious amid weak global cues and selective selling across key sectors.

Global Clues For Stock Market Today

Global Overview

GIFT Nifty: Signals a weak start to the week.
US Futures: Edge higher after Friday’s sell-off.
Wall Street: Closed lower; Dow, S&P 500 retreated from record highs.
US Data Ahead: Nov nonfarm payrolls (Tuesday), Oct retail sales, Nov CPI due this week.
US 10-year Yield: Rebounded after a two-day slide.
Fed Watch: Chicago Fed President cautions against further rate cuts.
Dollar Index: Rebounds from a two-month low.

Asia-Pacific Markets

Asia Opens Lower: Risk sentiment weak across the region.
Japan: Tankan index hits a four-year high, but Nikkei falls 1–2%.
South Korea: Kospi down 1–2%.
China & Taiwan: Markets under pressure amid tech earnings concerns.
Hong Kong: Hang Seng trades over 1% lower.

Technology & AI

AI Stocks: Selling pressure intensifies.
Broadcom: Shares plunge 11%, sparking AI bubble fears.
Oracle: Adds to tech sector weakness.
Investor Shift: Rotation out of high-growth tech into other sectors.

US Equity Markets

Nasdaq: Down 1.69% on Friday; weekly fall of 1.62%.
S&P 500: Slipped 1.07%; weekly decline of 0.63%.
Dow Jones: Fell 0.51% on Friday but gained 1.05% for the week.

Commodities

Oil: Rises on fears of supply disruption amid US–Venezuela tensions; still nursing last week’s 4% fall.
Brent Crude: Up 0.4% at $61.37 per barrel.
WTI Crude: Up 0.4% at $57.67 per barrel.
Gold: Climbs to a seven-week high.
Silver: Retreats from record peak on profit booking.

Macro & Inflation

US Inflation: Rising Treasury yields weigh on equities.
India Retail Inflation: Rises to 0.7% in November.

Market Sentiment

Key Themes: AI bubble fears, inflation concerns, cautious central banks.
Overall Mood: Risk-off, with selective buying and defensive positioning.

Stocks To Watch Today

Pharmaceuticals

Dr Reddy’s Laboratories: Delhi HC allows export of semaglutide to non-patent countries; India sales barred till March 2026. USFDA inspection at Srikakulam unit ended with 5 observations.
SMS Pharmaceuticals: USFDA inspection at Vizag API unit concluded with 1 minor, procedural Form 483 observation.
Aurobindo Pharma: USFDA inspected subsidiary Apitoria Pharma’s Telangana unit; Form 483 issued with 3 procedural observations.
Astra Microwave Products: Bagged ₹124 crore order from JV Astra Rafael Comsys for SDR-related supplies.

Information Technology

Wipro: Expanded partnership with Google Cloud (Gemini Enterprise); signed a 3-year strategic AI partnership with Microsoft to accelerate enterprise AI adoption.
Tata Elxsi: To co-develop Kavach 4.0 train protection system; Indian ATP market opportunity seen at ~₹50,000 crore over 6–7 years.

Stock Market On Friday

Friday market wrap; Hopes and Fed Rate Cut Lifted Friday’s Market Mood

The market wrapped up Friday on a positive note, with benchmarks extending gains for a second straight session. On December 12, the Nifty 50 climbed 0.57% to close at 26,046.95, while the BSE Sensex rose 0.53% to 85,267.66, building on Thursday’s near 0.5% rise. That said, the week still ended in the red, with both indices slipping about 0.5% as investors chose to book profits near record highs during the first half of the week. Metals stole the spotlight, jumping 2.6% on optimism over China’s fiscal push for 2026 and the Fed’s rate cut.

(With Input)

(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as an investment advice. Prior to making an investment, conduct thorough research and consult with your financial advisor.)

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