🇮🇳 Indian Markets Post-Market Report (29.01.2026) — Cautious Positive Close
🔔 Market Close Snapshot (Cash)
Indian Markets Post Market Report Today was one of those “early wobble, late recovery” sessions.
The market slipped in the first half, then heavyweights and metals pulled indices back into green by the close. 👉moneycontrol
Nifty 50: 25,418.90 (+76.15 / +0.30%)
Sensex: 82,566.37 (+221.69 / +0.27%)
Bank Nifty: 59,957.85 (+359.05 /+0.60%)
🧠 Why Markets Moved Today (Simple Desk Read)
Here’s what actually drove the tape today:
Economic Survey mood-boost: The Survey narrative helped sentiment after a shaky open, improving risk appetite into the close.
FII buying finally showed up: After a long selling streak, FIIs were net buyers (~₹480 cr) and that mattered because the market has been sensitive to foreign flows.
DII support stayed strong: DIIs added ~₹3,360 cr, which kept dips well-bid.
Metal rally did the heavy lifting: Metals were the clear leaders and helped the index defend key levels.
Rupee weakness kept traders cautious: Rupee closed weaker near ₹91.95/$, adding a “don’t get too aggressive” undertone.
📊 Breadth + Market Internals
Overall breadth was not a full-throttle risk-on day — it was more of a selective bounce.
Adv/Dec (approx): 1,640 advanced / 2,424 declined / 138 unchanged Midcaps and smallcaps ended marginally positive (a breather after two rebound sessions).
🏭 Sector Check (Who Led, Who Lagged)
✅ Strong Sectors
Metals led the market (clear outperformance). Energy / Oil & Gas / Power stayed supportive. Banking pockets helped the late recovery (especially private lenders).
❌ Weak / Profit-Booking
IT, FMCG, Pharma, Auto saw pressure and capped broader momentum.
🏁 Top Gainers & Losers (Nifty-focused highlights)
🏆 Top 5 Gainers (Nifty 50)
Metals + infra + select financials were the day’s winners.
1.Tata Steel (+~4.37%) 👉upstox
2.L&T (+~3.66%)
3.Axis Bank (+~3.33%)
4.Tata Motors (TMPV) (+~3.33%)
5.Eternal(+~3.40%)
📉 Top 5 Losers (Nifty 50)
A mix of FMCG/consumption + travel + insurance + autos.
1.Asian Paints (-~3.81%)
2.IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation) (-~2.70%)
3.SBI Life (-~2.77%)
4.M&M (-~1.88%)
5.Tata Consumer (-~2.77%)
🧾 Key Q3 Results Impact (What Traders Talked About)
🚗 Maruti Suzuki (Q3 FY26) — “Good numbers, but not good enough”
Maruti reported a modest YoY PAT rise, but the street wasn’t impressed — the stock slipped as expectations were higher and commentary/realizations became the debate. 👉EconomicTimes
🏗️ Earnings season tone
With big names reporting around this window (and more cues ahead), markets are trading results + guidance, not just headline profit.
👉For more Q3 Results keep reading
Q3 FY26 Results Update: TCS, Infosys, HCLTech
📌 Indian Markets Post Market Report – Support & Resistance for next Session.
🔧 Nifty 50 Levels (Near-term)
Immediate support: 25,200
Immediate resistance: 25,500
Also, one desk view is that after clearing the 25,350 hurdle, Nifty can attempt the 25,600 zone, but traders should stay selective into Budget volatility.
🏦 Bank Nifty Levels (Practical zones)
Support zone: ~59,350–59,400 (near the day’s low area)
Resistance zone: ~60,050–60,100 (near the day’s high area)
🏛️ Sensex (Reference levels)
Sensex is holding above the “psychological” 82K region; the near-term trend stays range-bound unless flows expand. (Benchmarks are still reacting sharply to macro/Budget headlines.)
🧠 Derivatives Desk (Open Interest + Setup)
OI positioning suggests a broader “range with positive bias” unless a fresh trigger breaks the band.
Highest Call OI zone: 26,000
Highest Put OI zone: 25,000
This kind of structure often hints at a 25,000–26,000 map as the larger battlefield, with the spot trying to grind higher.
🌪️ India VIX (Volatility Check)
India VIX: ~13.37 (cooler vs yesterday; still “alert but not panic”)
Lower VIX helps stability, but heading into major events, spikes can come fast — so position sizing matters.
💸 FII / DII Data(Latest Available )
FII (Cash): +₹480 cr (net buyers)
DII (Cash): +₹3,360 cr (net buyers)
This combo is exactly what bulls like to see: foreign selling pauses and domestic support stays strong.
🛢️ Commodities & 💱 Currency (Key Numbers)
🛢️ Crude (Brent)
Brent (29 Jan 2026): around $69.92/bbl (strong day)
WTI ~$64.67/bbl
🥇 Gold
Gold ~₹1,76,200/10g is still in “headline mode” with elevated volatility and fast swings near record zones (great for traders, tricky for fresh entries).
🥈 Silver
Silver ~₹4,12,800/kg
💱 Rupee
USD/INR: Rupee closed near ₹91.95/$ (weaker by ~16 paise)
🧾 IPO Updates (Mainline + SME)
SME action is active right now:
Kasturi Metal Composite (SME): closed today (29 Jan 2026)
Kanishk Aluminium India (SME): open 28–30 Jan 2026
Msafe Equipments (SME): open 28–30 Jan 2026
Accretion Nutraveda (SME): appears in current open IPO list (check subscription trend daily).
⭐ Stock of the Day: Tata Steel
Why it fits today: It was a top Nifty gainer and the sector leadership was clearly metals.
Desk view: If metals remain strong and global commodity cues stay supportive, leadership stocks usually keep getting bought on dips. Keep it strictly as a “trend watch” into Budget week.
🧷 SEBI Update (Market-Relevant)
✅ Closing Auction Session (CAS) + Pre-Open changes
SEBI has announced the introduction of a Closing Auction Session (CAS) in the equity cash segment and modifications in the pre-open auction framework (circular dated Jan 16, 2026).
Why it matters for investors/traders:
Improves closing price discovery (helps reduce closing-minute distortions). Operational changes in auction mechanics can affect execution for anyone placing orders near open/close.
🧭 Investment Strategy (Short-Term vs Long-Term)
⏱️ Short-Term (1–10 trading days)
Treat the market as range-to-positive, but event-driven (Economic Survey done, Union Budget risk ahead).
Prefer sectors showing leadership: metals / energy / selective banks; keep tight risk controls because volatility can flip fast.
🧱 Long-Term (6–24 months)
Stay disciplined: stagger buys (SIPs / phased buying) instead of chasing green candles.
Focus on quality balance sheets and consistent cashflows; Budget week is notorious for “fake breakouts” both sides.
👉Further reading
Indian Markets Pre Market Sentiment Report (January 29, 2026)
Pre-Budget Market Outlook (Union Budget 2026-27) — What the Market Is Pricing In
India’s New Labor Codes: Why Companies Are Taking “Thousand-Crore”
FIIs Are Selling, Markets Aren’t Falling — Who Controls Indian Stocks in 2025?
Why FIIs &FPIs Are Selling Indian Stocks
SIP vs Lump Sum: Which Is Better for Mutual Fund Investors?
Mutual Funds Explained:Types, Returns & Risks
How Much Should You Invest Every Month? A Simple Guide for Salaried People
Stock Market 101–Lesson 14 IPOs for Beginners: Process & Allotment Basics
Stock Market 101 – Chart Patterns Explained
⚠️ Disclaimer:
This report is for education and information only, based on publicly available market data and news. It is not investment advice, not a recommendation to buy or sell any security, and not a guarantee of returns. Markets involve risk; please consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making investment decisions.