📊 Market Outlook Blog – 14 January 2026

📈 Market Overview Indian equity markets witnessed a volatile session amid mixed global cues. After opening with a gap-up, benchmarks failed to sustain higher levels due to selling pressure at elevated zones. Persistent foreign selling, rising crude oil prices, and geopolitical uncertainties continue to influence short-term sentiment. However, strong domestic fundamentals, improving GDP outlook, and ongoing earnings season are providing support at lower levels. Asian markets traded mixed, with Japan outperforming. US markets closed lower following mixed corporate earnings and cautious sentiment around trade policies and inflation data. Domestically, markets remain range-bound with stock and sector-specific action dominating. 🔎 Index Technical View Nifty The index formed a bearish candle with a long lower shadow, indicating buying interest near support. Structure suggests consolidation after recent declines. Resistance: 25,800 → 25,900 → 26,000 Support: 25,600 → 25,500 Expected Range: 25,500 – 26,000 Broader option data suggests a wider range of 25,400 – 26,200. Sensex Volatile price action with selling pressure at higher levels. Recovery attempts lacked follow-through buying. Resistance: 83,800 → 84,100 Support: 83,300 → 83,000 Weekly expiry may keep the index range-bound. Bank Nifty High volatility within a broad range. Supports remain intact despite selling at higher levels. Upside: Above 59,500 → 59,750 → 60,000 Downside Support: 59,250 → 59,000 Expected Range: 59,000 – 60,000 🧮 Derivatives & Institutional Data Put-Call Ratio remains subdued, indicating cautious sentiment. Call writing visible at higher strikes, put writing at lower levels, suggesting range-bound trade. Foreign institutions continued selling in cash and derivatives. Domestic institutions remained net buyers, providing stability. 🌍 Global & Macro Cues Global markets are reacting to mixed inflation data, rising oil prices, and trade-related developments. Crude oil prices touched multi-month highs, supporting upstream energy sectors. Precious metals like gold and silver remain at record levels amid global uncertainty. India’s medium-term growth outlook remains positive, supported by domestic demand. 🏭 Sectoral Outlook Positive Bias Metals: Supported by global demand and price strength Upstream Energy: Benefiting from rising crude prices Banking & Financials: Select PSU and private banks showing improving fundamentals IT Services: Stock-specific opportunities amid earnings season Cement & Infrastructure: Expectations of higher government spending Weak / Cautious Consumer Durables Retail & Aviation Capital Goods Telecom Selective PSU stocks 📌 Market Strategy Markets are likely to remain volatile and range-bound in the near term. Traders should focus on sector rotation and stock-specific opportunities. Any sharp correction towards key support zones may offer selective buying opportunities. Risk management remains crucial amid global uncertainty. ⚠️ Important Disclaimer This blog is for educational and informational purposes only. We are not SEBI registered. This is not investment advice, nor a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Please consult a SEBI-registered investment advisor before taking any financial decisions.