On a Monday weighted with global unease, Indian equity markets retreated as the twin forces of trade war anxiety and profit-taking reminded investors that even the most resilient markets must occasionally reckon with the world beyond their borders. The Nifty closed at 25,585.50 and the Sensex at 83,246.18, both shedding roughly 0.4 percent in a session where breadth told a harsher story than the headline numbers. More than 420 stocks touched 52-week lows, and the volatility index spiked — signals that beneath the surface, the market's confidence was quietly fraying. In moments like these, mark
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· Jan 19, 2026
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Indian markets slip as trade war fears trigger broad selloff; Nifty below 25,600
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Geopolitical Impact
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Indian equity markets declined amid global trade war concerns, with Nifty falling below 25,600; broader geopolitical trade tensions are dampening investor sentiment across emerging markets.
Escalation Risk
moderate
Confidence
MED
India
Global markets
Emerging markets
Trade war concerns signal potential shift toward protectionism and economic fragmentation, weakening emerging market confidence. India's market vulnerability to global trade tensions reflects its integration into global supply chains and dependence on external demand, particularly in IT and manufacturing sectors.
Similar to 2018-2019 US-China trade war period, when emerging markets experienced volatility due to tariff uncertainties and supply chain disruptions, affecting investor risk appetite globally.
Economic Lens
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Indian equities declined amid global trade war concerns and profit-taking, with Nifty falling 0.42% below 25,600. Realty and media sectors weakened while FMCG provided support, signaling mixed market sentiment.
Market Signal
bearish
Confidence
MED
Realty/Real Estate
Media & Entertainment
Oil & Gas
Information Technology
Banking & Financial Services
FMCG
Automobiles
Healthcare
Potential slowdown in discretionary spending as market volatility increases investor uncertainty. Real estate and construction sectors may face delayed projects. IT sector weakness could impact job creation and wage growth in tech hubs.
Government may need to address trade war escalation through diplomatic channels and WTO engagement. RBI could consider monetary policy adjustments if external headwinds persist. Potential stimulus measures for realty and export-dependent sectors may be considered.