Are Sensex and Nifty Trading Higher Due to Sustained Foreign Inflows?
Synopsis
Discover how the Indian equity markets are responding to strong global cues and foreign investments as Sensex and Nifty show gains. With the optimism surrounding an interim India-US trade framework, market analysts share insights on future movements and support levels.
Key Takeaways
Sensex increased by 182 points (0.22%).
Nifty gained 50 points (0.19%).
All sector indices traded positively.
Consumer durables and realty sectors showed significant gains.
FIIs net bought equities worth Rs 2,255 crore.
Mumbai, Feb 10 (NationPress) The Indian stock market experienced moderate gains early on Tuesday, influenced by robust global signals and persistent foreign investments.
At 9:28 AM, the Sensex increased by 182 points, representing a rise of 0.22 percent, reaching 84,247, while the Nifty was up by 50 points or 0.19 percent, settling at 25,917.
The main broad-cap indices performed similarly to the benchmark indices, with the Nifty Midcap 100 up by 0.20 percent, and the Nifty Smallcap 100 increasing by 0.58 percent.
All sectoral indices were in the positive territory. The most notable gainers included the Nifty consumer durables, which rose by 0.85 percent, realty at 0.55 percent, and metals at 0.53 percent. ONGC was highlighted as one of the top gainers.
Market analysts indicated that the immediate support for Nifty is located in the 25,500-25,700 range, while resistance is identified in the 26,000-26,100 range.
Experts noted that the improved sentiment surrounding new foreign inflows, strength in the US markets, and optimism regarding the interim India-US trade framework are providing short-term support.
In the Asian markets, China's Shanghai index declined by 0.02 percent, and Shenzhen fell by 0.02 percent, while Japan's Nikkei surged by 2.49 percent and Hong Kong's Hang Seng index increased by 0.6 percent. South Korea's Kospi saw a modest gain of 0.14 percent.
The US markets concluded in the positive during the last trading session, with Nasdaq up by 0.9 percent. The S&P 500 added 0.47 percent, and the Dow Jones increased by 0.04 percent.
On February 9, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) net bought equities worth Rs 2,255 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers of equities worth Rs 4 crore.
Additionally, the Indian stock market witnessed significant gains on Monday, propelled by the announcement of an interim framework for the India–US trade agreement. At the close, the Sensex had risen by 485 points or 0.58 percent, reaching 84,065, while the Nifty surged by 173 points or 0.68 percent, finishing at 25,867.
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Point of View
The current market movements reflect a resilient trend in the Indian economy. The sustained foreign inflows alongside positive global cues suggest a robust recovery trajectory. It is crucial for investors to remain informed and strategically positioned as these developments unfold.
NationPress
9 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the recent gains in Sensex and Nifty?
The recent gains in Sensex and Nifty are attributed to strong global market cues and continued foreign institutional investments.
What are the projected support and resistance levels for Nifty?
The immediate support for Nifty is identified at the 25,500-25,700 range, while resistance is expected between 26,000 and 26,100.
