Gift Nifty Today: Sensex and Nifty Set for Subdued Opening as GIFT Nifty Falls 58 Points | May 26, 2026

The benchmark Indian equity indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open on a subdued note on Tuesday as investors assess global developments, movements in crude oil prices and progress in the US-Iran peace discussions. 

Market sentiment remained cautiously optimistic after expectations emerged that tensions in West Asia could ease, although the rise in Brent crude prices continued to remain an area of concern for investors. 

On Monday, May 25, 2026, domestic equity markets ended sharply higher, supported by strong buying across sectors and improved investor confidence. 

The NSE Nifty 50 advanced 312 points, or 1.32%, to close at 24,032, while the BSE Sensex rallied 1,074 points, or 1.42%, to settle at 76,488. 

GIFT Nifty Signals Subdued Opening 

GIFT Nifty was trading near the 24,069 mark, down 57 points or 0.24% from the previous close of Nifty futures, indicating a muted opening for the Indian stock market. 

Asian Markets Trade Mixed 

Asia-Pacific markets traded mostly higher on Tuesday as investor sentiment improved on hopes of a breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks. 

South Korea’s Kospi touched a fresh high of 8,094.90 during early trade, while the Kosdaq gained 2.12%. Japan’s Nikkei 225 slipped 0.18% amid profit booking, and the Topix declined 0.36%. 

Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index futures stood at 25,430, lower than the previous close of 25,606.03. 

US Futures Rise 

US equity futures moved sharply higher on Tuesday as oil prices eased and investors anticipated progress towards resolving tensions between the US and Iran. 

Dow Jones Industrial Average futures gained 441 points, or 0.9%. S&P 500 futures rose 0.9%, while Nasdaq-100 futures advanced 1.2%. 

US stock markets remained closed on Monday on account of the Memorial Day holiday. 

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Crude Oil Prices Remain Volatile 

Crude oil prices witnessed sharp volatility amid ongoing geopolitical developments. 

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures declined nearly 5% to $91.77 per barrel, while Brent crude futures traded 2% higher at $98.12 per barrel during the morning session. 

On COMEX, crude oil prices also fell around 5% to trade at $91.74 a barrel. 

FII and DII Activity 

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) remained net buyers on May 25, purchasing equities worth ₹821.75 crore, according to provisional NSE data. 

Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) also continued their buying momentum, acquiring shares worth ₹3,856.88 crore during the session. 

US Dollar and Rupee Movement 

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the performance of the dollar against a basket of six major currencies, was trading marginally higher by 0.05% at 99.03. 

Meanwhile, the Indian rupee appreciated 0.49% to close at 95.23 against the US dollar on May 25. 

Conclusion 

Indian markets are expected to witness a cautious start amid mixed global signals, volatile crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical developments. Investors are likely to closely monitor international cues, institutional activity and commodity price movements for further market direction. 

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