Stock Market Today, September 1: Indian Markets Open Cautiously as Global Concerns Weigh

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Last Updated: 1st September 2026 - 11:21 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 September 1

  • Domestic Markets Trade Cautiously – Indian equities are trading on a mixed-to-weak note, with the Nifty 50 down 0.08% and Nifty Bank falling 1.03%, while the Sensex remains marginally higher by 0.04%.

  • Global Cues Remain Weak – Asian markets are largely subdued, with the Nikkei and Hang Seng trading lower, while rising crude oil prices could add pressure to domestic market sentiment.

  • FII/DII Flows in Focus – Heavy FII selling of ₹7,985.90 crore on August 31 remains a key overhang, while DII purchases of ₹4,588.90 crore could provide some support and help cushion further downside.

Indian Stock Market Recap: August 31

Indian stock markets closed marginally higher on Monday, with benchmark indices ending largely flat amid cautious sentiment. The Nifty 50 gained 0.14

Indian Market Cues

Index Value Change (%)
Gift Nifty 22,872.00 1.44%
Nifty 50 22,859.15 1.05%
Nifty Bank 55,593.70 0.50%
SENSEX 73,552.78 1.06%

U.S. Markets Live Today

Index Value Change (%)
Dow Jones 51,618.56 -0.17%
NASDAQ 26,707.44 -1.94%
S&P 500 7,739.26 -1.15%

Asian Markets

Index Value Change (%)
Nikkei 66,213 -0.15%
Hang Seng 25,320 -0.97%
Shanghai Composite 4,646 0.16%

Crude Oil Prices

Contract Value Change (%)
WTI Crude 87.02 1.47%

Bond Yields

Bond Yield Change (%)
U.S. 10-Year Treasury Yield 4.784% 0.026%

India VIX

Volatility Index Value Change (%)
India VIX 10.9125 -2.48%

FII/DII Trading Activity

Date FII Net Purchase/Sales DII Net Purchase/Sales
14 Oct 2026 -1,857.40 2,670.40
13 Oct 2026 -1,305.10 2,439.20
12 Oct 2026 -1,708.50 3,045.00
9 Oct 2026 -3,568.90 4,743.30
8 Oct 2026 -12,943.60 10,703.10
7 Oct 2026 -6,121.40 4,596.60
6 Oct 2026 -2,961.30 5,088.90
5 Oct 2026 -4,699.10 5,181.60
1 Oct 2026 -9,484.20 10,041.80
30 Sep 2026 -10,148.40 11,271.70

 

*As of 09:58 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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