The Nifty 50 slipped 1.01 per cent to close at 25876.85, while the Sensex dropped 0.92 per cent to 84180.96. Over the week so far, the indices have shed 1.7 per cent and 1.8 per cent, respectively. Market sentiment remained fragile through the session, with the volatility index climbing 6.53 per cent on Thursday, reflecting heightened uncertainty. The Nifty metal index tanked 3.4 per cent, weighed down by weaker metal prices and profit-taking after the recent rally. Apparel makers Gokaldas Exports and Pearl Global fell 8.5 per cent and 7.9 per cent, respectively, while seafood exporters Avanti Feeds and Apex Frozen declined 8.6 per cent and 7.8 per cent.

Source: The Telegraph January 08, 2026 23:41 UTC