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Indian Equities Start 2026 on Uneven Footing Amid Choppy Trade

Domestic markets ended the first session of 2026 flat after volatile trade, as investors balanced sector rotation, mixed global signals, and cautious positioning, keeping benchmarks range-bound despite intraday swings across key indices.
Indian equity markets witnessed sharp intraday swings on the first trading day of 2026 before closing flat, reflecting cautious investor positioning. Benchmark indices moved between gains and losses as sectoral rotation, mixed global cues, and selective profit booking capped momentum. FMCG and metals offered support, while IT and financial stocks saw pressure. Volumes remained moderate, indicating a wait-and-watch approach among participants.

