Mumbai, India — January 23, 2026
Indian equity benchmarks opened nearly flat on the last trading day of the week, as investors turned cautious after sharp gains in the previous session.
In early trade on Friday, the 30-share Sensex slipped 84.73 points, or 0.10%, to 82,222.64, while the 50-share Nifty declined 24.25 points, or 0.10%, to 25,265.65.
📊 Previous Session Recap
On Thursday, the benchmark indices had ended on a strong note. The Sensex surged 397.74 points to close at 82,307.37, while the Nifty gained 132.40 points, settling at 25,289.90.
Market participants booked profits in early trade on Friday, leading to a subdued opening despite positive cues from the previous session.
🏦 Market Overview
Traders on Dalal Street remained selective at the open, closely tracking global market cues, sector-specific movements, and institutional activity on both the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange.
Analysts said volatility could persist through the session as investors assess valuations after recent gains.
🔎 What to Watch Next
Market experts advise investors to keep an eye on global equities, crude oil prices, and foreign fund flows for further direction during the day’s trade.
