Nifty 50, Sensex Ended Higher, India-EU Concluded the “Mother Of All Deals” & More
- Share.Market
- 10 min read
- 27 Jan 2026
Here’s a quick wrap-up where we break down the performance of key indices, top corporate movers, and the major economic headlines of the day.
Nifty 50 and Sensex ended the first session of the week on a positive note, fueled by the historic India-EU Free Trade Agreement. Market sentiment was driven by optimism over the mother of all deals’ potential to boost trade and manufacturing across the combined 1.8-billion-strong market. The rupee strengthened to 91.72 against the US Dollar, while gold stayed near record highs and silver gained to continue its record run.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
AXISBANKAxis Bank shares rallied after it reported Q3FY26 financial results. The bank’s total income rose 4.98% to ₹40,898.41 crore, while net profit grew 4.16% to ₹7,044.42 crore, up from ₹6,763.10 crore in the same period last year.
WAAREEENERWaaree Energies’ wholly-owned subsidiary, Waaree Forever Energies, incorporated a new subsidiary named Decarbon X Projects Private Limited. The certificate of incorporation was received today, marking a fresh step in the company’s expansion.
BPCLBPCL Q3FY26 revenue climbed 7.13% to ₹1,37,298.79 crore, while profit surged 88.87% to ₹7,188.40 crore. Additionally, the company declared a second interim dividend of ₹10 per equity share.
ULTRACEMCOUltraTech Cement moved higher on solid Q3FY26 earnings. The company reported a 22.5% rise in revenue to ₹21,506 crore and a 32% year-on-year jump in profit to ₹1,792 crore.
HINDALCOHindalco announced a ₹21,000-crore smelter expansion and commissioning of new FRP and battery foil facilities in Odisha. Part of a ₹37,000 crore investment plan, these projects aim to halve import dependence and support India’s EV ecosystem.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty MetalNIFTY METAL | +3.07%+351.85 | 11829.65 |
 Nifty PSU BankNIFTY PSU BANK | +1.76%+154.70 | 8935.75 |
 Nifty CommoditiesNIFTY COMMODITIES | +1.70%+158.90 | 9492.60 |
Top Losers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty FMCGNIFTY FMCG | -0.60%-312.30 | 51349.75 |
 Nifty AutoNIFTY AUTO | -0.93%-250.55 | 26554.00 |
 Nifty MediaNIFTY MEDIA | -1.44%-19.50 | 1332.05 |
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
Top Gainers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 23 Jan 2026 | -4,113.38 | 4,102.56 |
| 22 Jan 2026 | -2,549.80 | 4,222.98 |
| 21 Jan 2026 | -1,787.66 | 4,520.47 |
| 20 Jan 2026 | -2,938.33 | 3,665.69 |
| 19 Jan 2026 | -3,262.82 | 4,234.30 |
| Month-to-Date | -40,704.39 | 54,822.71 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- India and the EU have sealed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), hailed as the “mother of all deals.” This strategic breakthrough concludes negotiations and significantly enhances India’s global trade engagement, marking a historic step in economic cooperation.
- Luxury European automobiles, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, and Ferrari, are set to become cheaper in India. This price reduction is a direct result of the newly concluded FTA, which is expected to lower import duties on high-end vehicles.
- Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri stated that India saved USD 19.3 billion in forex through 20% ethanol blending. Additionally, the government has set an ambitious target of reaching 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 to ensure long-term energy security.
- Artificial Intelligence is projected to contribute approximately USD 607 billion to the Indian economy by 2035. According to a recent report by PwC, this growth will be driven by AI adoption across key sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, energy, education, and manufacturing.
Result Update
Track who beat or missed street estimates from the Nifty50
| Stocks | Revenue Q2FY26 (Estimated) | Revenue Q2 FY26 (Actual) | Change (%) |
| JSW Energy Ltd. | ₹44,316.96 crore | ₹45,991 crore | 🔼 3.78% |
| Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. | ₹1,08,352.38 crore | ₹1,36,653.12 crore | 🔼 26.12% |
| Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. | ₹4,118.52 crore | ₹4,099.12 crore | 🔻 0.47% |
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is an Operating Margin?
Operating Margin measures the profit a company makes on every rupee of sales after paying for variable costs like production and wages, but before paying interest or taxes. It indicates how efficiently a company manages its day-to-day expenses.
Operating Margin looks strictly at operational efficiency, ignoring financial engineering or tax benefits. For investors, Operating Margin is a reflection of competitive power. A high margin suggests the company has strong pricing power or excellent cost control, providing a crucial safety buffer against tough economic times that paper-thin margins just can’t offer.
Corporate Actions
| Stock | Ex-Date | Record Date | Event Type | Event Details |
| IIFL Finance Ltd. | 29 Jan 2026 | 29 Jan 2026 | Interim Dividend | ₹4.00 |
| Jindal Stainless Ltd. | 29 Jan 2026 | 29 Jan 2026 | Interim Dividend | ₹1.00 |
| Zensar Technologies Ltd. | 29 Jan 2026 | 29 Jan 2026 | Interim Dividend | ₹2.40 |
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