Premarket Report – January 16, 2026
Premarket Updates
- GIFT Nifty Indicates Mildly Positive Open: GIFT Nifty futures at 25,788 (+0.01%), signaling a steady start amid balanced global cues.
- Asia Markets Mixed: Regional indices showing varied performance with gains in Japan offset by dips in Hong Kong.
- Bank Nifty Futures Firm: Bank Nifty futures around 51,500 (+0.05%); banking stocks showing resilience.
- Midcaps Slightly Higher: Nifty Midcap futures up 0.10%.
- Rupee Steady: Trading near 90.32 against USD amid stable flows.
- FII Flows Negative: FII net sellers Rs 4,781 Cr; DIIs net buyers Rs 5,217 Cr.
- Sector Focus: Metals, IT, and energy in spotlight.
- IT Futures Flat: Nifty IT futures ~0.00% amid earnings anticipation.
Global Market Insights
US Markets (Close Jan 15)
- Dow Jones: 49,500.00 (+0.50%)
- S&P 500: 7,000.00 (+0.40%)
- Nasdaq: 23,800.00 (+0.30%)
- VIX (CBOE): 15.50 (-2.00%)
US indices closed higher with gains across sectors amid positive earnings and trade developments.
Asia & Europe (Jan 16 Premarket)
- Nikkei 225: +0.20%
- Hang Seng: -0.10%
- Kospi: +0.10%
- Europe Futures: Flat
Asian markets mixed; Europe expected to open steady.
Commodities & Forex
- Brent Crude: $59.13 (+0.08%)
- Gold: $4,604.30 (-0.42%)
- US Dollar Index: 99.00 (+0.10%)
Oil edges up; gold dips slightly as dollar firms.
Indian Market Pulse
Key Indices (Premarket)
- GIFT Nifty Futures: 25,788 (+0.01%)
- Nifty 50 (Jan 15 Close): 25,732.30 (-0.22%)
- Sensex (Jan 15 Close): 84,200.00 (-0.30%)
- India VIX: 11.32
Indices likely to open flat to positive; volatility moderate.
Key Futures (Premarket)
- Nifty 50 Futures: ~25,790 (+0.02%)
- Nifty Bank Futures: ~51,500 (+0.05%)
- Nifty IT Futures: Flat ~0.00%
- Nifty Midcap Futures: ~14,000 (+0.10%)
Futures indicating a stable opening with selective buying.
Top Movers (Recent Close)
| Gainers | Losers |
|---|---|
| Tata Steel (+3.70%) | Asian Paints (-2.51%) |
| NTPC (+3.31%) | TCS (-2.32%) |
| Axis Bank (+2.91%) | Maruti Suzuki (-1.67%) |
Strength in metals and power; pressure on paints and IT stocks.
Latest Global & Indian Market News
Infosys Raises Sales Forecast, Boosting IT Sector Mood
Infosys upgrades annual guidance, signaling potential recovery in IT spending.
OPEC Regains Share in India as Russian Oil Imports Slump
OPEC benefits from decline in Russian oil to India amid global shifts.
Commodities Rally Broadens as Copper and Silver Soar
Broad commodities join precious metals surge, driving investor interest.
India-Australia ECTA Effective, Boosting Key Sector Trade
New trade agreement enhances exports in textiles, engineering goods.
US Reaches Trade Deal with Taiwan Amid Chip Supply Focus
US-Taiwan deal could strengthen global semiconductor supply chains.
Gold Dips Slightly Amid Dollar Strength and Safe-Haven Flows
Gold sees minor retreat but remains supported by macro uncertainties.
Options Analysis
Nifty 50 Options Open Interest (OI)
Highest Call OI at 26,000 suggests resistance; highest Put OI at 25,500 indicates major support.
| Strike | Call OI (Lakhs) | Put OI (Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| 25,500 | 12.50 | 50.00 |
| 25,600 | 25.00 | 42.00 |
| 25,700 | 500.00 | 32.00 |
| 25,800 | 90.00 | 28.00 |
| 26,000 | 520.00 | 20.00 |
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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