Budget 2026, Jan. 30 -- The Union Budget has consistently been one of the most influential events shaping the Indian stock market, often triggering sharp price movements and heightened investor anxiety. Budget Day is typically associated with elevated volatility, and historical data reinforces this perception.

Looking at the past 25 years of February 1 Budget sessions, the Indian equity market moved more than 1% on 16 occasions, highlighting how rare subdued Budget Day reactions have been.

While policy announcements dominate headlines, market experts argue that the real opportunities may not lie in reacting to Budget Day moves but in understanding the broader market behaviour surrounding the event.

"Union Budget days tend to attract di...