Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Indian Markets Subdued Amid Geopolitical Risks
On January 7, 2026, the Indian stock market started the day a bit lower because of worries about global politics and changes in trade rules.
The Sensex and Nifty 50 indices dropped slightly.
Foreign investors sold some shares, but local investors bought more.
Analysts suggested buying stocks like Marico, Tata Elxsi, and Bajaj Auto.
They also recommended other stocks like Divis Labs, Bharat Electronics, and Havells India.
The market is being careful but is expected to stay steady.
The India VIX, which measures market fear, is going up, which is normal before the budget.
The Sensex and Nifty 50 indices fell slightly on January 7, 2026, due to geopolitical risks and profit-booking.
Foreign institutional investors sold equities worth ₹107.63 crore, while domestic institutional investors bought shares worth ₹1,749.35 crore.
Analysts recommended buying stocks like Marico, Tata Elxsi, and Bajaj Auto in the short term.
Other recommended stocks included Divis Labs, Bharat Electronics, and Havells India.
The India VIX started to move higher, indicating increased market volatility ahead of the budget.
- Who
- Indian stock market investors, analysts, and institutional investors
- What
- Subdued market performance due to geopolitical risks and profit-booking
- When
- January 7, 2026
- Where
- India
- Why
- Geopolitical concerns and tariff-related worries dampened market confidence
- Sensex
- 84,952
- Nifty 50
- 26,122
- Foreign Institutional Investors (FII) Selling
- ₹107.63 crore
- Domestic Institutional Investors (DII) Buying
- ₹1,749.35 crore
- India VIX
- 10.01
- Marico Buy Range
- ₹775-785
- Tata Elxsi Buy Range
- ₹5530-5540
- Bajaj Auto Buy Range
- ₹9320-9640
Sources
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