Premarket Report – January 02, 2026
Premarket Updates
- GIFT Nifty Indicates Positive Open: GIFT Nifty futures at 26,345 (+0.21%), signaling an optimistic start amid global market gains.
- Asia Markets Positive: Asian shares showing strong performance with export-driven growth.
- Bank Nifty Futures Up: Bank Nifty futures around 59,450 (+0.15%); banking sector strengthening.
- Midcaps Positive: Nifty Midcap futures up 0.25%.
- Rupee Holding Steady: Stable near 89.95 against USD amid forex stability.
- FII Flows Negative: FII sell Rs 3,269 Cr; DIIs provide support with Rs 1,526 Cr buys.
- Sector Focus: Auto and finance in the spotlight.
- IT Futures Stable: Nifty IT futures mixed amid global tech trends.
Global Market Insights
US Markets (Close Jan 01)
- Dow Jones: 48,063.29 (-0.63%)
- S&P 500: 6,845.50 (-0.74%)
- Nasdaq: 23,241.99 (-0.76%)
- VIX (CBOE): 14.95 (+0.00%)
US indices closed lower amid year-end adjustments and thin volumes.
Asia & Europe (Jan 2 Premarket)
- Nikkei 225: -0.37%
- Hang Seng: +2.20%
- Kospi: +1.43%
- Europe Futures: Mixed
Asia shows positive trends; holiday volumes persist.
Commodities & Forex
- Brent Crude: $61.05 (+0.23%)
- Gold: $4,378.85 (+0.87%)
- US Dollar Index: 97.902
Oil stable amid supply concerns; gold sees gains.
Indian Market Pulse
Key Indices (Premarket)
- GIFT Nifty Futures: 26,345 (+0.21%)
- Nifty 50 (Jan 01 Close): 26,146.55 (+0.06%)
- Sensex (Jan 01 Close): 85,188.60 (+0.04%)
- India VIX: 9.85
Indices steady; volatility remains low.
Key Futures (Premarket)
- Nifty 50 Futures: ~26,285 (-0.04%)
- Nifty Bank Futures: ~59,450 (+0.15%)
- Nifty IT Futures: Stable
- Nifty Midcap Futures: ~13,695 (+0.25%)
Futures indicate mixed open amid new year optimism.
Top Movers (Recent Close)
| Gainers | Losers |
|---|---|
| Shriram Finance (+2.36%) | ITC (-9.71%) |
| Bajaj Auto (+2.30%) | Dr Reddys Labs (-1.42%) |
| NTPC (+2.05%) | Bajaj Finance (-1.39%) |
Buying in finance and auto; selling in consumer and pharma.
Latest Global & Indian Market News
Global Stocks Rise in 2026 Start
Precious metals gain as markets open positively amid economic optimism.
FII Outflows Continue
Foreign investors sell Rs 3,269 Cr; DIIs buy Rs 1,526 Cr to support market.
South Korea Factory Expands
Activity grows on stronger exports, boosting Asian sentiment.
Silver Surges 2.5%
COMEX silver rises amid commodity rally and investor interest.
India Allows Bank Pension Funds
Regulator boosts NPS by permitting banks to set up own funds.
Indian Markets Eye 2026 Growth
Benchmark ends 2025 with 10% gain, anticipates steady expansion.
Options Analysis
Nifty 50 Options Open Interest (OI)
Highest Call OI at upper strikes suggests resistance; Put OI indicates support at lower levels.
| Strike | Call OI (Lakhs) | Put OI (Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| 26,000 | 1.20 | 450.00 |
| 25,000 | 2.15 | 125.00 |
| 26,100 | 95.00 | 165.00 |
| 26,150 | 105.00 | 115.00 |
| 26,200 | 230.00 | 140.00 |
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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