Nifty September Futures Close with 176-Point Premium
By Market Desk
Nifty September 2026 futures ended with a 176-point premium at 24,266 on Aug 27, as Nifty 50 dipped 0.48% and India VIX surged 5.06%.
Nifty September 2026 futures concluded trading on August 27, 2026, at 24,266, marking a significant premium over the cash market. This closing figure represented a 176-point lead compared to the Nifty’s cash market close of 24,090.85.
The broader Nifty 50 index experienced a decline in the cash market during the session. It registered a loss of 116.90 points, translating to a 0.48% reduction.
- Nifty September 2026 futures closed at: 24,266
- Premium over Nifty cash market: 176 points
- Nifty’s cash market closing: 24,090.85
- Nifty 50 index loss: 116.90 points (0.48%)
- India VIX increased by: 5.06% to 11.10
Concurrently, India VIX, a crucial indicator of market volatility, saw an uptick. The volatility index climbed by 5.06%, settling at 11.10 by the end of the trading day.
In the futures and options (F&O) segment, several individual stock contracts recorded high trading activity. HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries, and LIC Housing Finance were identified as the most actively traded stock futures contracts.
Investors are noting that the September 2026 F&O contracts are scheduled for expiry later in the month. The final settlement date for these contracts is set for September 29, 2026.