Mumbai, January 12, 2026 : Indian equity benchmarks ended the day with modest gains, supported by selective buying in frontline stocks despite mixed global cues. The Sensex closed at 83,878.17, up 302 points or 0.36%, while the Nifty 50 settled at 25,790.25, gaining 107 points or 0.42%.
Gold prices remained elevated, reflecting continued safe-haven demand. In Mumbai, 10 grams of 24-carat gold was quoted at around ₹1,43,835, hovering near record highs. In the energy markets, Brent crude traded lower at about $63 per barrel, easing on concerns over global demand and adequate supply.
The rupee stayed under pressure against the dollar, with the exchange rate near ₹90.19 per US dollar. Overall, domestic equities showed resilience, with investors cautiously positive while monitoring commodity prices, currency movements, and global macroeconomic signals.
