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Indian equities started the week on a weak note, with geopolitical tensions and elevated crude prices weighing on sentiment. The Sensex fell 383 points to 76,133, while the Nifty50 declined 119 points to 23,779. IT stocks were among the biggest drags. Despite the risk-off mood, institutional flows offered some support. FIIs turned marginal buyers with net purchases of ₹280.13 crore, while DIIs extended their buying streak to 20 sessions, buying ₹566.76 crore on a provisional basis.
The equity benchmark indices ended lower on Monday (September 7) as heightened geopolitical tensions weighed on sentiment, with the Sensex falling 383 points to 76,133 and the Nifty50 declining 119 points to 23,779. The Nifty slipped below a key technical level, prompting investors to monitor the index’s next move alongside corporate developments and primary-market activity.
The IPO market is gearing up for a busy week, with 12 issues worth over ₹7,100 crore lined up. Private-sector capex has picked up, with Nifty 500 companies spending nearly ₹7.61 lakh crore in FY26 due to stronger profits and cash reserves. Meanwhile, the Defence Acquisition Council approved ₹1.10 lakh crore worth of procurement projects, emphasizing indigenous sourcing.
In space, IN-SPACe Chairman Pawan Goenka addressed concerns about ISRO’s role, stating that private companies are taking on routine manufacturing tasks without compromising ISRO’s growth. Geopolitically, the Kremlin indicated openness to restarting peace talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US.
The Delhi High Court questioned the government over the safety of student accommodations following the Satya Niketan collapse.
Source: CNBC TV18
