Premarket Report – January 05, 2026
Premarket Updates
- GIFT Nifty Indicates Positive Open: GIFT Nifty futures at 26,534 (+0.25%), 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 60,390 (+0.72%); banking sector strengthening.
- Midcaps Positive: Nifty Midcap futures up 1.19%.
- Rupee Holding Steady: Stable near 90.18 against USD amid forex stability.
- FII Flows Positive: FII buy Rs 544 Cr; DIIs provide support with Rs 534 Cr buys.
- Sector Focus: Metals and energy in the spotlight.
- IT Futures Stable: Nifty IT futures mixed amid global tech trends.
Global Market Insights
US Markets (Close Jan 02)
- Dow Jones: 48,382.39 (+0.66%)
- S&P 500: 6,858.47 (+0.19%)
- Nasdaq: 23,235.63 (+0.03%)
- VIX (CBOE): 14.51 (+2.94%)
US indices closed higher amid year-start adjustments and semiconductor rally.
Asia & Europe (Jan 5 Premarket)
- Nikkei 225: +1.02%
- Hang Seng: +0.03%
- Kospi: +1.43%
- Europe Futures: Mixed
Asia shows positive trends; holiday volumes persist.
Commodities & Forex
- Brent Crude: $60.94 (+0.31%)
- Gold: $4,414.20 (+1.95%)
- US Dollar Index: 97.902
Oil stable amid supply concerns; gold sees gains.
Indian Market Pulse
Key Indices (Premarket)
- GIFT Nifty Futures: 26,534 (+0.25%)
- Nifty 50 (Jan 02 Close): 26,328.55 (+0.70%)
- Sensex (Jan 02 Close): 85,761.60 (+0.67%)
- India VIX: 9.45
Indices steady; volatility remains low.
Key Futures (Premarket)
- Nifty 50 Futures: ~26,455 (+0.48%)
- Nifty Bank Futures: ~60,390 (+0.72%)
- Nifty IT Futures: Stable
- Nifty Midcap Futures: ~14,065 (+1.19%)
Futures indicate mixed open amid new year optimism.
Top Movers (Recent Close)
| Gainers | Losers |
|---|---|
| Coal India (+6.86%) | ITC (-1.50%) |
| NTPC (+4.70%) | Dr Reddys Labs (-0.85%) |
| Hindalco (+3.44%) | Bajaj Finance (-0.75%) |
Buying in metals and power; selling in consumer and pharma.
Latest Global & Indian Market News
Global Stocks Rise in 2026 Start
US captures Maduro, oil edges lower amid Venezuela developments.
FII Inflows Positive
Foreign investors buy Rs 544 Cr; DIIs buy Rs 534 Cr to support market.
South Korea Factory Expands
Activity grows on stronger exports, boosting Asian sentiment.
Gold Surges 1.95%
Gold rises amid commodity rally and investor interest.
India Regulator Boosts NPS
Permits banks to set up own pension funds.
Indian Markets Eye Growth
Benchmark anticipates steady expansion in 2026.
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 | 1.01 | 427.00 |
| 26,100 | 4.29 | 42.00 |
| 26,200 | 3.54 | 3.20 |
| 26,300 | 13.63 | 3.20 |
| 26,400 | 74.31 | 42.60 |
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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