On Tuesday, the Indian bourses opened trading in red in the pre-opening session, with the NIFTY 50 trading at 25,951.50, down by 0.29%, and the SENSEX dropping by 0.22% at 85,025.61.Global cuesBoth the Asian and U.S. markets traded lower as investors await key macroeconomic data, including U.S. payrolls, S&P Global flash, and retail sales.Gift NiftyOn December 16, 2025, the GIFT Nifty traded in the red amid negative cues from Asian and the U.S markets.Asian Markets ASIAN MARKETSLTPPrev closeChangeGIFT NIFTY26,011.5026,084.00-0.28%Nikkei 22549,523.5650,168.11-1.28%Hang Seng25,130.5025,628.89-1.94%Taiwan27,396.5827,868.45-1.69%KOSPI4,014.504,090.59-1.86% Asian markets traded lower due to cautious investor sentiment ahead of U.S. jobs data, which is expected to signal further rate cuts by the Fed.US & European Markets US MARKETSLTPPrev closeChangeDOW JONES48,437.5748,479.06-0.09%S&P 5006,837.346,848.41-0.16%Nasdaq23,083.2123,216.17-0.57% The US markets continued to trade lower amid losses in AI stocks like Oracle, Broadcom, and Microsoft. EU MARKETSLTPPrev closeChangeFTSE9,751.319,649.031.06%CAC8,124.888,068.620.70%DAX24,229.9124,186.490.18% The UK’s FTSE traded higher, as investors await interest rate decisions from the Bank of England and economic data releases.The French index, CAC, traded in the green, led by Industrials, Financials, and Consumer Services stocks.The German index DAX traded higher, led by Food & Beverage, Retail, and Software stocks.Commodities COMMODITIESLTP ($)Prev closeChangeBRENT CRUDE60.260060.5600-0.50%GOLD4,292.77004,306.5000-0.32%CRUDE OIL56.420056.5200-0.18%NATURAL GAS3.77303.8280-1.46%SILVER63.085164.0970-1.60% Crude oil prices traded lower amid selling pressure after the recent market rally.Precious metals, such as gold and silver, dropped after profit-taking following the recent rally.Natural gas prices declined after the Atmospheric G2 forecast warmer temperatures across the U.S. for December 25-29.Currency Movements CURRENCYLTPPrev closeChangeDOLLAR INDEX98.230098.25000.02%USD/INR90.730090.4300-0.33%GBP/INR121.4682121.0096-0.38%EUR/INR106.5518106.0897-0.44% The dollar index declined ahead of the combined October and November jobs report.The rupee weakened against other currencies amid continued foreign fund outflows.Sectors to watchDefence sector: Russian President Vladimir Putin ratified a reciprocal logistics agreement with India, outlining procedures for sending military formations, warships, and aircraft to the territories of both countries.Oil & Gas sector: City gas distributors are facing challenges in acquiring new industrial and commercial customers, as natural gas prices have risen above those of competing liquid fuels.Pharma Sector: More than 60% of the Indian small- and medium-sized pharmaceutical units may be forced to close down by the end of December for failing to comply with guidelines on good manufacturing practices (GMP).Stocks to watchArvind SmartSpaces: Arvind SmartSpaces acquired a new residential high-rise project with a top-line potential of ₹550 crore in Whitefield, Bengaluru.Ion Exchange India: Ion Exchange India received an order from Rayzon Energy for process and utility systems for its 5.1 GW PV solar project at Kathwada, Surat, and from INOX Solar for ultrapure water generation, wastewater treatment systems, and zero liquid discharge solutions.Solex Energy: Solex Energy signed an MoU with Malaysia-based TT Vision Holdings Berhad to advance solar manufacturing automation, engineering excellence, and talent development in India.KNR Constructions: KNR Constructions received a tax demand order, issued against the ITAT order for AY 2007–08, from the Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, Hyderabad, for ₹72 crore, including interest of ₹42.33 crore.FII and DII Inflows - 15th December 2025 CategoryBuy ValueSell ValueNet ValueDII11,749.189,956.931,792.25FII/FPI8,609.6810,078.00-1,468.32 (The above numbers are in ₹ Cr)On 15th December, inflows were ₹323.93 crore, with DIIs continuing to be net buyers, firmly supporting the markets, while FIIs remained net sellers amid cautious global market sentiment.Global Events & UpdatesOn December 16, India will release its HSBC Composite, Manufacturing, and Services PMI Flash data.France will release its HCOB Composite, Manufacturing, and Services PMI Flash data today.The UK will release S&P Global Manufacturing, Services, and Composite data today.Things to look out forEurozone industrial production grew by 2.0% YoY in October.Canada’s headline inflation rate stood at 2.2% in November.
