Mumbai, Aug. 19 -- GIFT Nifty:

GIFT Nifty August 2026 futures were up 30.50 points, indicating a mildly positive start for the Nifty 50, with bargain buying after six consecutive sessions of losses. However, weak Asian markets, elevated US bond yields, higher crude prices and persistent Middle East tensions could limit gains.

Institutional Flows:

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 1,651.53 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 2,579.31 crore in the Indian equity market on 18 August 2026, according to provisional data.

FPIs bought shares worth Rs 11347.65 crore in August so far, through 18 August 2026. This follows net cash purchases of Rs 6,731.97 crore in July 20...