Trade Setup for Today: Global Cues and Key Events to Watch on January 13, 2026
GIFT Nifty futures down 0.13% at 25,919.50, signaling a slightly negative open. US markets closed with modest gains, while Asian markets show mixed trends. Commodities see significant movements, with Natural Gas up 5.49%. USD/INR trading at 90.17. FIIs net sellers, DIIs net buyers. Force Motors reports strong December sales growth. Key quarterly results and corporate actions expected today.
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Market Overview
As we gear up for the trading session on January 13, 2026, global markets present a mixed picture, with commodities showing significant movements and several corporate actions on the horizon.
GIFT Nifty Update
The GIFT Nifty futures are indicating a slightly negative start, trading at 25,919.50, down 0.13% or 33.50 points from the previous close of 25,953.00.
US Markets
U.S. markets closed with modest gains in the previous session:
| Index | Closing Price | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones | 49,611.19 | +0.17 |
| NASDAQ | 23,754.88 | +0.26 |
| S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | 7,007.00 | -0.14 |
Asian Markets
Asian markets are showing mixed trends:
| Index | Current Level | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikkei 225 | 53,529.60 | +3.06 |
| Hang Seng | 26,968.50 | +1.35 |
Commodity Trends
Commodities are experiencing notable movements:
| Commodity | Price (USD) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Oil | 59.56 | +0.10 |
| Natural Gas | 3.34 | +5.49 |
| Gold | 4,593.60 | -0.46 |
| Silver | 84.25 | -0.99 |
| Copper | 4.20 | -0.06 |
Currency Updates
The USD/INR pair is trading at 90.17, up 0.08% from the previous close.
FII/DII Activity
Recent institutional activity shows:
| Investor Type | Buy (₹ Cr) | Sell (₹ Cr) | Net (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FII/FPI | 9,071.61 | 12,710.01 | -3,638.40 |
| DII | 16,985.90 | 11,146.58 | +5,839.32 |
Block Deals
A significant block deal was reported in Force Motors:
| Company | Buyer | Seller | Shares | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Force Motors | Poonawalla Aviation Private Limited | Serum Institute of India Private Limited | 38,740 | 19,790.00 |
Latest Update for Force Motors
Force Motors reported strong December sales growth, with 3,048 units sold compared to 2,036 units in the same period last year, marking a significant 49.7% year-on-year increase in vehicle deliveries.
Key Corporate Actions
Several companies are scheduled to announce their quarterly results today, including:
- ICICI Lombard General Insurance
- ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
- Tata Elxsi
- Just Dial
- Bank of Maharashtra
Additionally, Authum Investment & Infrastructure Limited has announced a 4:1 bonus issue, with the ex-date set for today.
Conclusion
As the markets open, traders and investors should keep an eye on global cues, particularly the mixed performance in Asian markets and the movements in commodity prices. The institutional activity and corporate actions scheduled for today may also influence market sentiment.
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