Indian equity markets are facing the prospect of a ninth consecutive weekly downturn amid multiple challenges. This week alone, the Nifty index has dropped by around 0.8% following a significant slide. Factors such as foreign selling, surging crude oil prices, and a depreciating rupee have dampened market sentiment. Technical analyses reveal bearish patterns, raising alarm among investors. Financial institution executives express concern over possible future market trends and investor reactions.
In mid-September, foreign investors took a step back from Indian equities, causing significant shifts across multiple sectors. The financial services sector saw the largest impact, facing net outflows of Rs 6,943 crore. Concurrently, oil, gas, and fuel markets suffered a major withdrawal of Rs 4,469 crore amid increasing oil prices.
The Chinese yuan strengthened against the US dollar as the greenback retreated from an 18-month high. Beijing defended its currency policy amid European Union trade negotiations, rejecting undervaluation claims. Supported by strong exports and foreign capital inflows, the yuan has gained 4.4% this year, with authorities favouring stability and gradual appreciation.
NCC shares rose on Friday after the company secured a Rs 1,286.03 crore road construction order in Telangana from Hyderabad Growth Corridor Limited. The order, dated October 8, 2026, involves the construction of Radial Road-2 from the Outer Ring Road (ORR) near Budwel to Nacharam on NH-167N, covering Package 1 from Budwel to Shabad.
Four NSE F&O stocks recorded over 10% growth in futures open interest on October 8, signalling increased trading positions and potential shifts in market sentiment among derivatives participants.
Brent crude fell 1% to $103, while West Tax Intermediate was down 0.75% to $90.5. In the previous session, Brent crude futures settled $4.08, or 4.1%, higher at $104.28 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained $3.21, or 3.6%, to close at $91.49. Both contracts rose more than $5 a barrel at one point, with Brent hitting its highest level since September 29.
On Thursday, the financial markets took a hit, plummeting by almost 1.5% due to robust selling pressure. The Nifty index wavered near its April 2026 low, suggesting ongoing vulnerabilities. In a positive twist, TCS announced a notable 15% rise in its consolidated net profit for the second quarter. Meanwhile, ITC engaged in a substantial block trade, while shares of Infosys and Wipro faced declines during US market hours.
US stock indices slid on Thursday as crude oil prices surged, prompted by intensifying Middle East tensions. Major benchmarks, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, saw a drop that illustrates growing investor jitteriness. The chip sector struggled after a revenue target cut for OpenAI was disclosed, amplifying market fluctuations.
In the U.S., the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has surged to 7.40%, fueled by rising inflation that has also driven up energy costs and Treasury yields. With midterm elections looming, the housing market is grappling with affordability challenges. Homeowners are reluctant to sell due to these higher mortgage rates. While home prices remain high, experts forewarn of a potential market stall rather than a significant downturn.
Infosys and Wipro ADRs fell nearly 3% in US trading as investors assessed TCS’s quarterly results and fresh US immigration restrictions. Concerns over technology spending, AI disruption and tighter employment-based immigration added pressure to Indian IT stocks.
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