Indian equity markets witnessed a strong opening today, January 22, 2026, fueled by positive global cues and easing geopolitical tensions. The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, both surged significantly in the opening trade.
The BSE Sensex jumped 600 points to open at 82,459.66, a gain of 0.67%. The Nifty 50 also saw a substantial rise, opening at 25,344.15, up by 186.65 points or 0.74%. This positive start reflects improved investor sentiment following positive signals from international markets.
Global Factors Driving the Rally
The upbeat market opening is largely attributed to positive developments on the global front. Asian markets traded higher following an overnight rally on Wall Street. The S&P 500 in the US posted its biggest one-day percentage gain in two months after President Trump eased his stance on tariffs against European nations, citing progress in discussions regarding Greenland. This development has calmed fears of a potential trade conflict and boosted market confidence.
Optimism surrounding a potential trade deal between India and the US is also contributing to the positive market sentiment.
Sectoral Performance
The broad-based rally is evident across various sectors, with most sectoral indices trading in the green. The Nifty Auto index surged by 1.29%, Nifty IT rose by 0.97%, and Nifty Metal gained 0.62%, indicating strong buying interest across these sectors.
Expert Views
Market experts believe that the easing of global trade tensions has provided a key trigger for the current market rally. Ajay Bagga, a banking and market expert, noted that the Indian market is benefiting from the global relief, further boosted by positive comments from President Trump regarding a potential trade deal with India.
Rupee Movement
The Indian rupee's movement is also a factor to watch. On Wednesday, a sharp depreciation in the rupee had dampened market sentiment.
Previous Day's Market Performance
The Indian stock market had closed lower for the third consecutive session on Wednesday, amid geopolitical uncertainties and continuous selling by Foreign Institutional Investors (FII). The Sensex declined by 270.84 points, closing at 81,909.63, while the Nifty 50 settled 75.00 points lower at 25,157.50.
Market Outlook
The early gains in today's trading session suggest a potential turnaround in market sentiment. However, investors are advised to remain cautious and monitor global developments, FII activity, and corporate earnings for further cues. The market will likely remain sensitive to any shifts in the global trade landscape and geopolitical situation.
