Jan 2 Market Outlook: Sensex-Nifty Flat, Volatility Ahead; ₹1 Lakh Cr Investor Gain

• Sensex-Nifty closed flat after a day marked by volatility.
• Weekly expiry for Sensex was a key factor behind the day's market fluctuations.
• Trading activity remained sluggish, with reasons for this slowdown to be explored.
• Investors saw gains exceeding ₹1 lakh crore on the first trading day of 2026.

Why It Matters: Market saw flat close, volatility, sluggish trade, but investors gained ₹1 lakh crore on 2026's first day.