Premarket Report – February 5, 2026
Premarket Updates
- GIFT Nifty Signals Caution: GIFT Nifty futures at 25785 (-0.2%), pointing to a mildly lower opening amid mixed global cues.
- Asia Markets Mixed: Nikkei down 0.73%, Hang Seng down 1.36%, Kospi up 6.84% showing volatility.
- Bank Nifty Futures Steady: Bank Nifty futures around 60,200 (+0.1% indicative); banking sector consolidating after recent rally.
- Midcaps Rangebound: Nifty Midcap futures flat to mildly negative in early indications.
- Rupee Stable: Hovering near recent levels against USD with cautious tone.
- FII Flows Positive: FII net buyers Rs 29.79 Cr on Feb 4; DIIs net buyers Rs 249.54 Cr.
- Sector Focus: Energy and select financials show resilience, while tech faces pressure globally.
- IT Futures Soft: Nifty IT futures mildly lower amid global tech sector caution.
Global Market Insights
US Markets (Close Feb 4)
- Dow Jones: 49,501.30 (+0.53%)
- S&P 500: 6,882.72 (-0.51%)
- Nasdaq: 22,904.58 (-1.51%)
- VIX (CBOE): 18.64 (+3.56%)
US indices mixed with tech pullback weighing on sentiment; focus on upcoming earnings and geopolitical talks.
Asia & Europe (Feb 5 Premarket)
- Nikkei 225: -0.73%
- Hang Seng: -1.36%
- Kospi: +6.84%
- Europe Futures: Steady start
Asian markets mixed with profit-taking in some indices; Europe cautious ahead of key data.
Commodities & Forex
- Brent Crude: $67.96 (-2.15%)
- Gold: $4,843 (-2.17%)
- US Dollar Index: Stable near highs
Gold falls amid easing tensions; oil dips on US-Iran talks progress.
Indian Market Pulse
Key Indices (Premarket)
- GIFT Nifty Futures: 25,785 (-0.2%)
- Nifty 50 (Feb 4 Close): 25,776.00 (+0.19%)
- Sensex (Feb 4 Close): 83,817.69 (+0.1%)
- India VIX: 12.25 (-5.04%)
Indices coming off modest gains; premarket suggests consolidation or mild dip.
Key Futures (Premarket)
- Nifty 50 Futures: ~25,800 (+0.1% indicative)
- Nifty Bank Futures: ~60,200 (+0.1% indicative)
- Nifty IT Futures: Mildly negative
- Nifty Midcap Futures: Flat to soft
Futures indicate cautious start after modest previous session gains.
Top Movers (Recent Close)
| Gainers | Losers |
|---|---|
| Interglobe Aviation (+5.53%) | Infosys (-7.37%) |
| Max Healthcare (+4.74%) | Select IT names (-1% range) |
| Broad-based participation | Minor pockets of profit-taking |
Previous session led by select gains; focus now on sustainability.
Latest Global & Indian Market News
India-US Seal Landmark Trade Deal
Tariffs slashed, boosting bilateral trade; India pledges to halt Russian oil purchases.
Gold Falls Over 2% Amid Easing Tensions
Precious metal retreats as geopolitical uncertainties subside with US-Iran talks.
Oil Prices Dip on De-escalation Hopes
Crude slides as upcoming US-Iran negotiations revive supply stability prospects.
Trump Hails India Deal, Eyes Broader Alliances
Ongoing global trade developments influence market sentiment positively.
Tech Sector Faces AI Spending Jitters
Global tech pullback as concerns over elevated AI investments mount.
Asian Markets Show Divergence Amid Trade Noise
Mixed signals from Asia as tariff uncertainties and economic data collide.
Options Analysis
Nifty 50 Options Open Interest (OI)
Highest Call OI shifting higher suggests resistance around 26,000; Put OI supports lower levels.
| Strike | Call OI (Lakhs) | Put OI (Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| 25,500 | 45.20 | 80.50 |
| 25,800 | 50.10 | 62.30 |
| 26,000 | 70.80 | 68.40 |
| 26,200 | 40.90 | 35.10 |
| 26,500 | 85.40 | 25.60 |
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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