Updated Feb 15, 2026 23:55 IST
Next week, investors will keep an eye on US and domestic economic data, FII mood and global AI disruption.
highlights
- Last week the market fell by about 1 percent, Nifty 50 closed at 25,471 and Sensex at 82,627.
- FIIs sold Rs 7,395 crore, while DIIs bought Rs 6,884 crore to offset losses.
- Next week, investors will keep an eye on US and domestic economic data, FII mood and global AI disruption.
Last week the stock market registered a decline of about 1 percent. AI-related disruption and geopolitical tension led to sharp selling in IT stocks, which increased caution among investors and showed selling pressure. However, the week had a strong start, with positive news on trade deals and increase in FII investments increasing risk appetite. Nifty 50 fell 223 points to close at 25471, while BSE Sensex fell 954 points to 82,627. However, slight gains were registered in midcap and smallcap indices.
where will you keep an eye
Next week, investors will also keep an eye on American and global economic data. US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, FOMC meeting minutes, US GDP figures and weekly employment data will have a direct impact on the market. Apart from this, flash PMI readings of US, Japan, UK and Europe, GDP and inflation of Japan and unemployment and retail sales data of UK will also decide the direction of the market.
Indian investors will also focus on domestic data such as WPI inflation for January 2026, unemployment rate and balance of trade. Along with this, HSBC Flash Manufacturing and Services PMI, bank loan and deposit growth and foreign exchange reserves data will also be released on February 20.
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Keep an eye on the mood of FIIs
The mood of FII investors will also be important for the market. FIIs sold Rs 7395 crore last week, taking the total net outflow not only last week but in the month of February to Rs 1374 crore. On the other hand, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) fully covered these losses and bought Rs 6884 crore in the week, while investing Rs 9776 crore in the entire month.
After strong selling by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) in the Indian stock market in the last one year, the signs are now looking positive. After the US-India trade deal, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have made vigorous purchases in the Indian stock market. Foreign investors have invested Rs 19675 crore in the first 2 weeks of February.
The Indian rupee strengthened against the US dollar for the second consecutive week and closed 0.06 per cent higher at 90.5. Overall, the market will keep an eye on global AI sentiment, US and domestic economic data and FIIs next week, and caution and range-bound trading will remain the key strategy for investors.
(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice in any way. ET NOW Swadesh recommends its readers and viewers to consult their financial advisors before taking any money-related decisions.)
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