Markets Commentary for 19th January 2026 by Ashika Institutional Equities
Below the Markets Commentary for 19th January 2026 by Ashika Institutional Equities
Indian equity markets ended the session on a weak note amid heightened global uncertainty and cautious investor sentiment. The benchmark Nifty opened with a sharp gap down at 25,653 and marked its intraday high at the opening tick itself. Selling pressure dominated the early part of the session, pulling the index down to an intraday low of 25,494. However, buying interest emerged near lower levels, helping the index recover part of its losses as the day progressed.
Market sentiment remained subdued, largely driven by adverse global cues. Risk appetite weakened after US President Donald Trump indicated plans over the weekend to impose higher tariffs on several European nations starting February 1.
The announcement rekindled concerns over global trade disruptions and economic growth, prompting investors to adopt a cautious stance. On the domestic front, heavyweight stocks such as ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries, and Wipro weighed heavily on the benchmark, contributing to the overall weakness. Additionally, ongoing corporate earnings announcements added to intraday volatility, keeping market participants on edge. Overall, persistent global uncertainties and the unfolding earnings season continued to influence market direction, resulting in a volatile and cautious trading environment.
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