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BSE Sensex Rises Over 300 Points, Nifty Holds Above 23,900; FIIs Turn Buyers After 13 Sessions

Indian equity markets opened on a mildly positive note on June 16, with Gift Nifty indicating gains. On the previous session, Nifty rose 231 points to 23,853.90 while Bank Nifty gained 384 points. Foreign institutional investors turned net buyers after 13 consecutive selling sessions, providing support.

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June 17, 2026
BSE Sensex Rises Over 300 Points, Nifty Holds Above 23,900; FIIs Turn Buyers After 13 Sessions

Indian equity markets are expected to open on a mildly positive note, according to The Times of India, with Gift Nifty trading around 23,957, up 66 points, indicating steady opening cues for domestic indices. On June 15, the Nifty50 closed at 23,853.90, gaining 231 points or 0.98%, supported by positive global cues and sustained buying interest. The index opened with a sharp gap-up at 23,984.85 and touched an intraday high of 24,011.40 before witnessing profit booking in the latter half, eventually settling above key support levels.

Technical Indicators

Despite forming a bearish candle due to intraday weakness, Nifty continues to trade above its 20-Day EMA and remains within a broader recovery structure, the report stated. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) improved to 56.33, while India VIX declined to 14.35, reflecting strengthening momentum and easing volatility. Immediate support is placed around the 23,750–23,800 zone, while resistance is seen near the 24,000–24,050 range.

Bank Nifty ended on a positive note, closing at 57,198.80, up 384 points or 0.68%, supported by strong buying momentum in the banking space. It opened with a sharp gap-up at 57,679.65 and touched an intraday high of 57,804.50 before witnessing profit booking during the latter half. Technically, Bank Nifty continues to trade above its key short-term moving averages, indicating a positive broader trend. The RSI stood at 67.24, reflecting strong momentum and healthy price strength. Immediate support is placed around the 56,700–56,800 zone, while resistance is seen near the 57,800–58,000 range.

Key Index Levels

Index Close Change Support Resistance
Nifty50 23,853.90 +231 pts (+0.98%) 23,750-23,800 24,000-24,050
Bank Nifty 57,198.80 +384 pts (+0.68%) 56,700-56,800 57,800-58,000

Institutional Activity

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) turned net buyers on June 15 after remaining net sellers for 13 consecutive trading sessions, purchasing equities worth ₹200 crore, according to The Times of India. The shift in FII activity indicates a modest improvement in overseas investor sentiment. Meanwhile, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) continued to provide strong support to the market, extending their buying streak with net equity purchases worth ₹3,189 crore, helping sustain positive market momentum.

Analyst Outlook

"The near-term market structure remains constructive, supported by positive global cues, improving institutional participation, and sustained strength in banking and large-cap stocks. While intermittent profit booking near higher levels may continue, the broader undertone remains favorable as long as key support zones are defended. A decisive move above immediate resistance levels could reinforce bullish sentiment and provide momentum for a further extension of the ongoing recovery trend," said Hitesh Tailor, Research Analyst, Choice Equity Broking Private Limited.

Global markets remain largely supportive despite ongoing geopolitical developments, as investors continue to focus on resilient economic data and stable risk sentiment. However, fluctuations in crude oil prices and geopolitical headlines may keep market participants watchful, leading to selective volatility during the session, the report noted.


Sources: Business-Today

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