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Stock Market Today LIVE: Gift Nifty signals weak start for Nifty 50, Sensex today; Nasdaq, Dow Jones, Nikkei, Kospi slip

Stock Market Today LIVE: The trends on Gift Nifty also signals a negative start for the frontline indices, Nifty 50 and Sensex today. Gift Nifty was trading around 23,555 level, a discount of nearly 173 points from the Nifty futures’ previous close.

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Negative for markets

Sentiment score: -65/100

Moderate impact Immediate effect (hours)

WHAT THIS MEANS

Indian equity markets are expected to open weak today, with Gift Nifty trading at a 173-point discount to Nifty futures' previous close, signaling a negative start for Nifty 50 and Sensex. Global markets including Nasdaq, Dow Jones, Nikkei, and Kospi have also declined, creating a bearish sentiment across Asian markets.

AI CONFIDENCE

75% High

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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NIFTY50

NIFTY50Index

Expected to decline

Gift Nifty trading at 173-point discount signals weak opening for Nifty 50

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SENSEX

SENSEXIndex

Expected to decline

Frontline index expected to open lower following Gift Nifty weakness

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S&P 500

^GSPCIndex

Expected to decline

Nasdaq decline contributing to negative global sentiment

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NIKKEI

NIKKEIIndex

Expected to decline

Asian market weakness spreading across regional indices

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Adopt a cautious stance with reduced long positions at market open. Consider hedging strategies or waiting for stabilization signals before initiating fresh long positions in Nifty 50 and Sensex.

KEY SIGNALS

Gift Nifty trading at discount to futures closeGlobal market weakness across major indicesNegative sentiment in Asian marketsWeak opening expected for Indian frontline indices

SECTORS INVOLVED

Financial ServicesInformation TechnologyConsumer DiscretionaryEnergy

Analysis generated on Mar 16, 2026 at 15:47 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by Livemint. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Stock Market Today LIVE: Gift Nifty signals weak start for Nifty 50, Sensex today; Nasdaq, Dow Jones, Nikkei, Kospi slip

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