GIFT Nifty in Red on Dec 9, 2025: How Is the Indian Stock Market Likely to Open Today?

The Indian stock market is expected to start lower on Tuesday as global sentiment remains subdued ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision. Gift Nifty hovered near 25,958, reflecting a discount of about 0.3%, which hints at a soft opening for the benchmark indices. Traders remain cautious as they await clarity on the Fed’s interest-rate outlook.

Gift Nifty Today

As of Tuesday, 09 December 2025 at 7:34 AM (India Time), Gift Nifty was trading at 25,959.5, down 81.5 points or 0.31% from the previous close, indicating a soft market sentiment ahead of the opening. The index recorded a high of 26,175.0 and a low of 25,926.5 during early trade, with the session opening at 25,932.5.

Asian Markets Turn Cautious

Asian equities slipped on Tuesday as investors grew increasingly concerned about how aggressively the Federal Reserve might ease policy after this week’s expected rate cut. MSCI’s Asia-Pacific index edged down 0.2%, with Korea, Japan and Australia all opening weaker. 

Domestic Market Recap

Indian markets faced sharp selling pressure on Monday, 8 December, with losses seen across major sectors. The Sensex dropped 610 points, or 0.71%, closing at 85,102.69, while the Nifty 50 fell 226 points, or 0.86%, to settle at 25,960.55. 

Broader markets struggled as well, the BSE Midcap index slid 1.73% and the Smallcap index declined 2.20%.

Global Market Highlights

US markets ended lower on Monday, with most sectors of the S&P 500 closing in the red. Rising Treasury yields added pressure as investors positioned themselves ahead of the Fed’s policy announcement. 

In Japan, five-year government bond yields hovered near a 17-year high as expectations grew around potential rate hikes by the Bank of Japan.

Oil Prices Hold Steady

Oil prices stabilised after Monday’s sharp drop. West Texas Intermediate stayed near $59 per barrel following a 2% fall, while Brent crude held above $62 as traders monitored supply-glut signals.

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Conclusion

Overall sentiment suggests a cautious start for Indian markets, with global uncertainties and upcoming central-bank decisions likely to influence short-term movements. Investors may continue to track global cues closely before taking major positions.

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