On 21 January 2026 at 12:45 PM IST, India’s Nifty 50 Index erased earlier losses to trade 0.05% higher at 25,135.90. The benchmark rebounded from morning weakness, supported by IT and FMCG stocks, while banking counters remained subdued. The modest uptick reflects cautious optimism ahead of corporate earnings and global market cues.
India’s Nifty 50 Index (.NSEI) staged a modest recovery in midday trade on Wednesday, 21 January 2026, erasing earlier declines to edge into positive territory. At 12:45 PM IST, the benchmark was up 0.05% at 25,135.90, compared to its previous close of 25,232.50.
Key highlights from today’s session:
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Index Performance: After slipping nearly 0.4% in morning trade, Nifty 50 rebounded to post a slight gain.
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Sectoral Trends: IT and FMCG stocks provided support, while banking and energy counters continued to weigh on sentiment.
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Intraday Movement: The index oscillated between 25,099.00 and 25,180.50, reflecting volatility but resilience.
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Broader Market: Midcap and smallcap indices showed mixed performance, underscoring sectoral divergence.
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Investor Sentiment: Analysts attribute the rebound to selective buying in defensives and optimism ahead of quarterly earnings season.
The Nifty 50’s ability to erase losses highlights underlying strength in certain sectors despite global uncertainties. Market watchers expect volatility to persist, with crude oil prices, global equity trends, and upcoming corporate results likely to dictate short-term direction.
Sources: Economic Times, Business Standard, Investing.com