On January 14, 2026 at 1:34 PM IST, India’s Nifty Auto Index fell 0.5%, last trading at 27,807.65 points, down 107.45 points from the previous close. Weakness in auto stocks, cautious investor sentiment, and global market jitters contributed to the decline, signaling short-term volatility in the sector.
India’s Nifty Auto Index (.NIFTYAUTO) turned negative in afternoon trade on January 14, 2026 at 1:34 PM IST, slipping 0.5% to 27,807.65 points, a decline of 107.45 points from its previous close of 27,915.10. The drop reflects cautious investor sentiment amid mixed global cues and sector-specific pressures.
Key highlights of the market update include:
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Index performance: Down 0.5% at 27,807.65, reversing earlier gains.
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Sectoral weakness: Leading auto stocks, including passenger vehicle and two-wheeler majors, faced selling pressure.
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Global cues: Asian markets traded cautiously ahead of U.S. inflation data, influencing investor mood.
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Domestic factors: Rising input costs and muted demand outlook weighed on auto sector sentiment.
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Investor positioning: Traders are adopting a wait-and-watch approach ahead of corporate earnings announcements.
Analysts suggest that the auto sector’s decline is part of a broader consolidation phase, with investors balancing optimism on long-term demand recovery against near-term challenges such as rising raw material costs and regulatory changes.
This real-time update underscores the importance of monitoring sectoral indices as India’s equity markets navigate global uncertainties and domestic economic signals.
Sources: Economic Times, Business Standard, Moneycontrol.