Indian Markets Open Lower: GIFT Nifty Down 0.18%
By Market Desk
Indian markets brace for a negative opening on August 25, 2026, as GIFT Nifty slides 0.18%, influenced by Asian market declines and geopolitical tensions.
Indian markets are poised for a negative opening on August 25, 2026, with the GIFT Nifty signaling a 0.18% decline, influenced by subdued Asian trading and flat US futures.
- GIFT Nifty: down 0.18%
- Brent crude futures: around $91.79 per barrel
- Japan’s Nikkei 225: falling 0.55%
- South Korea’s Kospi: dropping 2.37%
- COMEX Gold prices: increased by 1.02%
- Silver prices: fell by 1.34%
Asian markets experienced broad declines, a trend attributed partly to the United States’ proposed global sanctions against Iran. This geopolitical development contributed to a weaker sentiment across the region.
On Monday, both the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closed lower, mirroring the downturn observed in US stock markets. Crude oil prices maintained levels above $90, with Brent crude futures specifically noted around $91.79 per barrel.
- Foreign institutional investors (FIIs): net buyers on August 24, 2026
- Domestic institutional investors (DIIs): net buyers on August 24, 2026
- US Dollar Index: remained flat
- Indian rupee: depreciated against the dollar
Sectoral performance on the previous day saw agriculture stocks record the most significant surge. Conversely, aquaculture stocks experienced the largest decline, indicating divergent movements within specific market segments.
Today’s market sentiment remains cautious, with the initial negative signal from the GIFT Nifty reflecting broader global influences on Indian equity performance.