GIFT Nifty rallies, signalling a likely positive start for Sensex and Nifty

Markets Set to Open Higher as GIFT Nifty Rallies

Written by: Supriya Kadu

Edited by: Pinky Deshmukh

Last Updated: December 29, 2025

Summary: The fact that GIFT Nifty is trading higher means that the Indian markets will start strongly, with key support levels still in place.

Initial trading on GIFT Nifty futures indicates that the Indian markets are expected to begin the day positively. The improvement in the offshore indicator has set a positive tone for Dalal Street, where traders are already positioning for the day ahead.

Sentiment has lifted after a mix of global and domestic cues. Asian markets were broadly steady overnight, while U.S. stocks finished higher, giving risk assets a mild boost. This kind of backdrop often encourages buying interest in Indian equities, especially at index support levels that have been closely watched by participants.

Technical analysts are pointing to a few key levels to watch once trading starts. For the Nifty 50, the market has recently found buying support near the 25,900–26,000 zone. A sustained move above this range could push the index toward fresh short-term highs, analysts say. On the flip side, any slip below the 25,800 mark might invite profit-taking or short-term selling pressure.

The Sensex is likely to follow this pattern, with support and resistance levels set up in the same way. Meanwhile, the Nifty Bank index, which is frequently a sign for financial and credit growth optimism, has its own range, with traders looking to the previous session's closing levels for momentum.

Financials and IT counters are likely to get a lot of attention early on because of recent moves into defensive names when global cues aren't working out as planned. Commodity-linked stocks and mid-caps could be more range-bound unless fresh catalysts emerge.

With markets navigating a period of cautious optimism, today’s session will likely hinge on how distinctly global trends translate into domestic buying. Investors are watching flows, global economic data, and any fresh corporate updates for clearer direction.

All in all, a higher GIFT Nifty has set the stage for a potentially upbeat session, but traders will still keep a close eye on the technical thresholds that could define the market’s next move.