Premarket Report – December 19, 2025
Premarket Updates
- GIFT Nifty Indicates Positive Open: GIFT Nifty futures at 25,960 (+0.33%), suggesting a firm start amid supportive global cues.
- Asia Trades Higher: Nikkei and Hang Seng advance; positive sentiment on economic data.
- Bank Nifty Futures Firm: Bank Nifty futures near 59,200 (+0.20%); financials showing strength.
- Midcaps Positive: Nifty Midcap futures up with mild gains.
- Rupee Strengthens: Holding near 90.20 vs USD amid stabilizing flows.
- FIIs Net Buyers: Inflows bolster indices; DIIs add support.
- Focus on Growth Stocks: Tech and consumers favored in improving environment.
- IT Futures Up: Nifty IT futures gaining on global tech optimism.
Global Market Insights
US Markets (Close Dec 18)
- Dow Jones: ~47,950 (+0.14%)
- S&P 500: ~6,050 (flat)
- Nasdaq: ~19,500 (-0.50%)
- VIX (CBOE): ~17.06 (+3.39%)
US markets mixed amid economic reports and volatility uptick.
Asia & Europe (Dec 19 Premarket)
- Nikkei 225: +0.50%
- Hang Seng: +0.30%
- Kospi: +0.20%
- Europe Futures: +0.10%
Asia gains on positive data; Europe steady ahead of events.
Commodities & Forex
- Brent Crude: ~$59.71 (-1.57%)
- Gold: ~$4,329 (+0.10%)
- US Dollar Index: ~106.50 (+0.20%)
Oil slips on supply concerns; gold edges up as haven asset.
Indian Market Pulse
Key Indices (Premarket)
- GIFT Nifty Futures: 25,960 (+0.33%)
- Nifty 50 (Dec 18 Close): 25,815 (-0.01%)
- Sensex (Dec 18 Close): 84,480 (-0.09%)
- India VIX: ~9.71 (-3.53%)
Benchmarks close flat; volatility declines.
Key Futures (Premarket)
- Nifty 50 Futures: ~25,965 (+0.35%)
- Nifty Bank Futures: ~59,200 (+0.20%)
- Nifty IT Futures: ~42,500 (+0.10%)
- Nifty Midcap Futures: ~59,300 (+0.15%)
Futures signal upbeat opening; buying in select sectors.
Top Movers (Dec 18 Close)
| Gainers | Losers |
|---|---|
| IT (+0.50%) | Realty (-0.80%) |
| Metals (+0.40%) | Auto (-0.60%) |
| Pharma (+0.30%) | Media (-0.50%) |
Growth sectors outperform; cyclicals under mild pressure.
Latest Global & Indian Market News
Japan Inflation Persists
Consumer prices above BOJ target for 44th month, raising rate hike prospects.
ICICI Prudential AMC Debut
Strong listing sets positive tone for mutual fund industry IPOs.
India-Oman Export Boost
New deal eyes $2 billion in additional exports to Oman.
TCS AI Initiatives
TCS ramps up AI bets with new projects and partnerships.
India-US Trade Deal Challenges
Elusive agreement amid ongoing negotiations and differences.
FII Inflows Sustain
Foreign investors turn net buyers, aiding market stability.
Options Analysis
Nifty 50 Options Open Interest (OI)
Max Call OI at 26,000 strike forms resistance; max Put OI at 25,800 offers support.
| Strike | Call OI (K) | Put OI (K) |
|---|---|---|
| 25,800 | 50,000 | 120,000 |
| 26,000 | 140,000 | 45,000 |
| 25,900 | 46,000 | 50,000 |
Chart: Nifty 50 OI distribution below.
Disclaimer: Market data is based on the latest available information. GIFT Nifty price and other futures data are indicative and must be verified in real-time before trading. Investments are subject to market risks.
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