Indian Market Morning Update – What to Expect Today 2026-09-29
US Markets
Yesterday, the US markets ended in the red with the Dow Jones Futures down by -59.32 points, settling at 51,422.19, which is a drop of -0.12%. The S&P 500 also faced a decline, dropping -59.72 points to a level of 7,683.69 — a decrease of -0.77%. The technology-heavy Nasdaq was hit the hardest, falling -248.34 points, closing at 26,820.38 and reflecting a -0.92% drop. For more details, check out [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/global-indices/).
Asian Markets
In the Asian markets, the GIFT Nifty is trading at 22,807.50, down by -17.00 points or -0.07%. The Nikkei 225 has seen a significant drop, closing at 65,275.00, which is a fall of -602.62 points, or -0.91%. The Hang Seng is also facing challenges, with a closing price of 24,459.00, down -183.51 points (or -0.74%). More insights can be found via [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/global-indices/).
Commodities
On the commodities front, Brent Crude has increased by 1.26 and is currently priced at 106.54, marking a 1.19% rise. Meanwhile, Gold prices have climbed 18.42 to reach 4,133.40, a gain of 0.45%. To stay updated, visit [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/commodity/gold-price.html).
Dollar Index (DXY)
The Dollar Index (DXY) is slightly up, sitting at 101.2000 after a minor increase of 0.0100, which is a 0.01% change. For further details, see [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/currencies/dollar-index).
FII/DII Activity
Today’s FII and DII data reveals that Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) are net sellers, offloading shares worth 5,353.22 crore. Conversely, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) are net buyers, acquiring stocks worth 5,189.02 crore. Check out more on this at [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fii-dii-data/).
📈 Stocks to Watch Today
Significant downturn in stock prices as the market faced a notable sell-off. Analysts suggest potential further decline but also focus on turnaround strategies. Read more on [Economic Times](https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stocks-in-news-tata-group-itc-irfc-ncc-zydus-lifesciences-and-jsw-energy/articleshow/134548442.cms).
These are not buy/sell recommendations — just stocks with fresh news that may see activity today.
This stock broke out from the upper trendline, showing signs of recovery. Positive technical indicators suggest potential growth over the coming weeks. More about this on [Economic Times](https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/news/stock-radar-hdfc-bank-stock-breaks-out-from-upper-trendline-of-falling-wedge-formation-time-to-buy-after-nearly-30-fall/articleshow/134538973.cms).
These are not buy/sell recommendations — just stocks with fresh news that may see activity today.
The company secured a ₹481 crore contract win from BHEL, boosting market sentiment towards the stock. Read more at [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/stocks/ellenbarrie-industrial-gases-shares-in-focus-on-481-crore-bhel-contract-win-14040294.html).
These are not buy/sell recommendations — just stocks with fresh news that may see activity today.
The company received a large-scale module supply order, reinforcing growth expectations in the renewable sector. For more details, check [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/stocks/vikram-solar-shares-in-focus-on-400-mw-module-supply-order-14040290.html).
These are not buy/sell recommendations — just stocks with fresh news that may see activity today.
What to Watch Today
With mixed global signals and a loose sentiment around FII activities, today’s trading is likely to be cautious. Investors should pay close attention to the performance of the highlighted stocks, as they might react to their recent catalysts.
As a friendly reminder, keep an eye on global cues, as they can significantly affect our markets. A downturn in US markets often sends ripples through Asian markets, including India. So, it’s always good to be prepared!
Hope this update helps you navigate the trading day more easily. Remember, knowledge is the key to making informed decisions in the stock market!