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Markets Daily By Bajaj Broking: Global Cues Point to a Steady Start as Nifty Consolidates Near Record Levels

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Markets opened the year on a cautious note amid muted global cues. Indian equities closed flat, supported by select sectors. Nifty remains bullish with consolidation near highs, while derivatives data signals stability and buying interest on declines.


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U.S. stock markets remained closed on Thursday, January 1, in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday. Trading is set to resume on Friday, January 2, 2026.

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U.S. Market Recap

Despite the holiday, U.S. equities closed 2025 on a strong note. The S&P 500 surged nearly 17 percent, marking its third consecutive year of gains. The Nasdaq Composite outperformed with a rise of around 20 percent, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced nearly 13 percent.

On the macro front, U.S. labour market data showed resilience. Initial jobless claims for the week ended December 27 fell by 16,000 to 199,000, significantly lower than the Bloomberg estimate of 218,000, marking one of the lowest readings seen this year.

Other Asset Classes

The benchmark U.S. 10-year Treasury yield stood at 4.163 percent, as bond markets were closed due to the New Year’s Eve holiday.

The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the dollar against a basket of major currencies, edged slightly lower and hovered near 98.18.

Precious metals started 2026 on a positive note, extending their strongest annual performance since 1979. Gold rose around 0.7 percent toward $4,350 per ounce, while silver gained over 1 percent, trading near $72.5 per ounce.

Asian Markets

Asian equities are expected to open cautiously after a subdued close to 2025, despite a strong overall year for global equities. Trading volumes on Friday are likely to remain light as major markets such as Japan and China remain closed for holidays, while South Korea will see a delayed opening, restricting broader participation and liquidity.

Gift Nifty and Indian Market Outlook

Gift Nifty signals a flat to mildly positive start for Indian equities. Nifty is expected to trade within a range of 26,000 to 26,300 during today’s session.

Market Recap: Previous Session

Indian equity markets began the new year on a muted note and ended the session almost flat. Weak global cues and pressure from select heavyweight stocks capped gains, while support from financial stocks and broader market participation helped Nifty hold above the crucial 26,100 level.

On the first trading day of the year, the Sensex slipped 32 points, or 0.04 percent, to close at 85,189. The Nifty added 17 points, or 0.06 percent, to settle at 26,147, indicating a stable undertone amid limited index-level movement.

Sectoral Performance

Automobiles, metals, and select technology stocks supported the market. However, consumer staples faced sharp pressure, with ITC declining nearly 9 percent following an increase in excise duty, which restricted further upside in the Nifty.

In the broader market, performance remained mixed. The Nifty Bank index rose 130 points to 59,712, while the Nifty Midcap index gained 266 points to close at 60,750. The Nifty Small-cap index ended flat at 17,704.90, reflecting selective participation and cautious positioning at the start of the year.

Nifty Short-Term Outlook

Nifty opened marginally higher and gradually moved toward the 26,200 mark but remained range-bound throughout the session, eventually closing at 26,146.55.

On the daily chart, the index formed a small-bodied candlestick with minor upper and lower shadows following the previous session’s strong upward move. This pattern indicates consolidation near the upper end of the recent trading range, suggesting temporary hesitation after the sharp rise.

The broader trend remains bullish. In the near term, Nifty may attempt a move toward the key resistance zone of 26,250–26,350, where some consolidation or mild profit-taking cannot be ruled out. On the downside, 26,000 remains an important immediate support, followed by 25,940.

Intraday Levels

Nifty

Resistance: 26,190 | 26,300

Support: 26,080 | 26,000

Bank Nifty

Resistance: 59,840 | 60,000

Support: 59,480 | 59,200

Stay tuned with Bajaj Broking for more market insights and daily updates.

Global Cues Point to a Steady Start as Nifty Consolidates Near Record Levels

Published Date : 02 Jan 2026

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