Sensex Nifty Updates January 12: Markets Close Higher; Volatility Rises

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Last Updated: 12th January 2026 - 04:15 pm

Indian markets closed higher on Monday, supported by buying in select heavyweight stocks. The Nifty 50 advanced 0.42% to 25,790.25, while the Sensex rose 0.36% to 83,878.17. Coal India, Tata Steel and Asian Paints led the gainers, whereas Infosys, Bajaj Finance and Tata Motors PV were among the key laggards.

Asian market cues were largely positive, with Japan’s Nikkei surging 1.61%, the Hang Seng climbing 1.44% and the Shanghai Composite gaining 1.11%. European indices traded mixed at mid-session, with the FTSE 100 marginally higher, the DAX slightly in the green, while the CAC 40 and STOXX 50 edged lower. On Wall Street, U.S. indices were trading firm, with the Dow Jones up 0.48%, the Nasdaq higher by 0.81% and the S&P 500 gaining 0.65%.

Stock Market Highlights, January 12

  • Domestic Indices End Higher: Indian benchmarks closed in positive territory, with the Sensex rising 0.36% to 83,878.17 and the Nifty 50 gaining 0.42% to 25,790.25. Coal India led the gainers with a 3.39% jump, followed by Tata Steel and Asian Paints, while Infosys and Bajaj Finance featured among the top laggards.
  • Global Cues Positive: Asian markets traded firmly, led by Japan’s Nikkei, which surged 1.61%, while the Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite advanced 1.44% and 1.11%, respectively. European indices were mixed at mid-session, with the FTSE 100 marginally higher, while the DAX edged up slightly and the CAC 40 and STOXX 50 slipped into the red.
  • Wall Street Recap: U.S. markets were trading higher, with the Dow Jones up 0.48%, the NASDAQ climbing 0.81%, and the S&P 500 gaining 0.65%, supported by continued risk-on sentiment.

Stay informed with our in-depth look at what’s driving the stock market tomorrow.

Top Gainers

Company Gain
Coal India 3.39%
Tata Steel 2.75%
Asian Paints 2.50%
JSW Steel 2.26%
Hindalco Industries 2.21%

Top Losers

Company Gain
Infosys -1.02%
Bajaj Finance -1%
Tata Motors PV -1%
Bajaj Auto -0.88%
Eicher Motors -0.85%

Indian Market Cues

Index Value Change (%)
Gift Nifty 25870.5 0.06%
Nifty 50 25,790.25 0.42%
Nifty Bank 59,450.50 0.34%
SENSEX 83,878.17 0.36%

India VIX

Volatility Index Value Change (%)
India VIX 11.335 3.71%

Asian Markets 

Index Value Change (%)
Nikkei 51,939.89 1.61%
Hang Seng 26,608.48 1.44%
Shanghai Composite 4,771.75 1.11%

European Market Mid-Session Update

Index Value Change (%)
FTSE 100 10,126.24 0.016%
DAX 25,286.71 0.099%
CAC 40 8,337.07 -0.30%
STOXX 50 5,980.96 -0.28%

U.S. Markets Live Today

Index Value Change (%)
Dow Jones 49,504.07 0.48%
NASDAQ 23,671.35 0.81%
S&P 500 6,966.28 0.65%


*As of 15:45 IST

This content is for informational purposes only and not investment advice. Please do your own research before making any financial decisions.

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