Share market in India extends losses for 5th straight day:Sensex loses nearly 2,200 points this week as investors become over ₹13 lakh crore poorer amid heightened geopolitical tensions

The Indian equity benchmarks settled lower for 5th day in a row on Friday, January 9, 2026, as recent geopolitical tensions continued to weigh heavily on investor sentiment. Sensex settled at 83,576.24 points, registering a fall of 604.72 points. Similarly, Nifty closed on a weaker note at 25,683.30 points. Since the US raid, the 30-constituent index has lost 2,184 points. US Supreme Court’s decision on Trump’s global tariff today The US Supreme Court may announce its verdict today on the validity of global tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. This decision is bound to affect stock markets worldwide, so investors are on alert mode. Additionally, non-farm payroll and unemployment figures are also being released in the US today, which will indicate the Federal Reserve’s next steps. Mixed trend in Asian and American markets IREDA and Tejas Networks quarterly results to be announced Third quarter (Q3) company results have started coming in. Along with government company IREDA, companies like Tejas Networks, Globus Spirits and Triton Corp will release their quarterly results today. These stocks may see movement based on the results. Bharat Coking Coal’s IPO opened today In the mainline segment, ‘Bharat Coking Coal’ (BCCL) IPO opened for the general public today. Also, in the SME segment, Deferral Technologies’ IPO opened on Friday. Foreign investors again sold shares worth ₹2,544 crore Surge in crude oil prices, Brent crude up by more than 3% Crude oil prices are rising in the commodity market today. Brent crude has reached $62 per barrel with a jump of more than 3%. Meanwhile, US crude (WTI) is also trading above $58, up by 0.87%. However, prices may decline in the coming days. Expert View: Advise to exercise caution for now Market experts say that Nifty breaking the 25,900 level is a weak signal. The pressure may continue until the market rises above this level again. Don’t buy too aggressively right now and wait for global market signals. Sectors like IT and metal may continue to see volatility. ​