Buy or sell stocks, Jan. 5 -- The Indian stock market opened in 2026 on a strong and confident note, with benchmark indices posting fresh record highs amid broad-based participation. Buying interest remained robust across banking, auto, metals, and PSU stocks, while resilient domestic liquidity continued to absorb intermittent profit booking.

The Nifty 50 surged to new all-time highs, supported by optimism surrounding upcoming Q3 earnings and sustained confidence in India's structural growth story. While FMCG stocks witnessed selective pressure due to sector-specific challenges, the overall market tone remained decisively bullish. The week reflected a healthy rotational rally at elevated levels, laying a constructive foundation for the n...