Stock Market Today, August 3: Nifty, Sensex Open Higher as Positive Global Cues Lift Sentiment
Varda Khade
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Last Updated: 3rd August 2026 - 10:38 am
Catch the latest Sensex Nifty updates as the markets swing with changing global trends, domestic cues, and sector performances. Follow how India’s benchmark indices are shaping the trading day.
Stock Market Outlook for August 3
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Markets Trade with Positive Bias: Gift Nifty is up 1.12%, indicating strong momentum after Friday's rally. Domestic indices are likely to trade with a positive bias, supported by broad-based buying and sustained investor optimism.
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Global Cues Mixed: U.S. markets ended firmly higher overnight, providing a supportive backdrop. However, Asian markets are mixed, with weakness in Japan and China offset by stability in Hong Kong, suggesting stock-specific moves may dominate.
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Institutional Flows in Focus: FIIs remained net buyers for the fourth consecutive session, while DIIs also extended their buying streak. Continued institutional support, coupled with easing crude oil prices, could help sustain positive market sentiment despite slightly higher volatility.
Indian Stock Market Recap: July 31
Indian equity markets ended on a strong note on Friday, driven by broad-based buying across sectors. The Nifty 50 climbed 1.60% to close at 24,584, while the Sensex gained 1.55% to settle at 78,726, reflecting improved investor sentiment and renewed buying interest.
Indian Market Cues
| Index | Value | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Gift Nifty | 24,678.50 | 1.20% |
| Nifty 50 | 24,597.40 | 0.88% |
| Nifty Bank | 57,834.60 | 0.99% |
| SENSEX | 78,753.33 | 0.84% |
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Asian Markets
| Index | Value | Change (%) |
| Nikkei | 63,732 | -0.98% |
| Hang Seng | 25,895 | 0.04% |
| Shanghai Composite | 4,428 | -0.57% |
Crude Oil Prices
| Contract | Value | Change (%) |
| WTI Crude | 79.60 | -5.99% |
Bond Yields
| Bond | Yield | Change (%) |
| U.S. 10-Year Treasury Yield | 4.694% | -0.051% |
India VIX
| Volatility Index | Value | Change (%) |
| India VIX | 11.8375 | 0.66% |
FII/DII Trading Activity
| Date | FII Net Purchase/Sales | DII Net Purchase/Sales |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 2026 | 277.50 | 2,260.40 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | 3,623.50 | -1,864.00 |
| 29 Jul 2026 | 2,981.90 | 998.00 |
| 28 Jul 2026 | 755.30 | 1,664.20 |
| 27 Jul 2026 | -1,688.20 | 2,329.10 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | -3,892.80 | 5,453.60 |
| 23 Jul 2026 | -2,999.20 | 2,947.10 |
| 22 Jul 2026 | -819.20 | -418.30 |
| 21 Jul 2026 | 1,650.20 | -656.90 |
| 20 Jul 2026 | -1,121.00 | 1,312.00 |
*As of 09:58 IST
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