Pre-Market Brief: Nifty 50 closed at 23053 as institutional investors shift capital into equities | 02 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST
Key Highlights
The Nifty 50 ended at 23053.10 as market participants weigh recent institutional flows. Investors now look toward today’s corporate results and IPO.
The finished the previous session at 23053.10, marking a positive shift as the index continues to navigate recent volatility. Based on 01 November 2026 closing prices, the market enters this morning with a clear focus on how institutional capital is rotating across sectors ahead of the 9:15 AM opening bell.
The 60-Second Version
- The Nifty 50 index rose +0.51% to settle at 23053.10.
- Nifty Midcap 100 faced pressure, sliding −0.93% to 57301.25.
- (FII) showed a net inflow of ₹6,305 crore over the last five sessions.
- (DII) recorded a net inflow of ₹3,110 crore over the same period.
- Eighteen Nifty 500 companies, including ITC Ltd., are scheduled to report results today.
How Yesterday Ended
The Nifty 50 concluded at 23053.10, reflecting a +2.00% gain over the last five trading sessions. This performance marks the second consecutive day of gains for the benchmark index. Currently, the index sits just −0.40% below its 20-session high of 23146.15, indicating a period of consolidation after recent upward momentum.
| Index | Close | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 57,301.25 | −540.40 | −0.93% |
| Nifty Bank | 54,686.95 | −222.70 | −0.41% |
| Nifty 50 | 23,053.10 | +116.35 | +0.51% |
Nifty 50: the bigger picture
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Last 5 sessions | +2.00% |
| Last 20 sessions | +1.91% |
| 20-session high | 23,146.15 |
| 20-session low | 22,231.80 |
| Below the 20-session high | 0.40% |
| Current run | 2 sessions up in a row |
The Money Trail
Institutional activity remains a key driver for market sentiment. Over the last five sessions, FIIs have been net buyers to the tune of ₹6,305 crore, while DIIs contributed a net inflow of ₹3,110 crore. In the most recent session, FIIs recorded a net outflow of −1462.49 crore, while DIIs provided support with a net inflow of +2609.57 crore.
| Session | FII net | DII net |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | +3,599 | −818 |
| 29 Oct | −944 | +1,924 |
| 28 Oct | +872 | +643 |
| 27 Oct | +4,240 | −1,250 |
| 26 Oct | −1,462 | +2,610 |
| Last 5 sessions | +6,305 | +3,110 |
Stocks in Focus
Market breadth saw distinct winners and losers among the top-tier stocks. Trent Ltd. led the gains, rising +5.44% to ₹3017.3, followed by Interglobe Aviation Ltd. at +4.33%. Infosys Ltd. also performed well, closing at ₹1185, a gain of +3.36%. Conversely, Shriram Finance Ltd. saw a decline of −2.13%, while Nestle India Ltd. dropped −1.82% to ₹1167.
| Stock | Price | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| Trent Ltd. | ₹3,017.3 | +5.44% |
| Interglobe Aviation Ltd. | ₹4,877.6 | +4.33% |
| Infosys Ltd. | ₹1,185 | +3.36% |
| Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd. | ₹8,448 | +3.02% |
| Power Grid Corporation Of India Ltd. | ₹265 | +1.92% |
| Stock | Price | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| Shriram Finance Ltd. | ₹823.15 | −2.13% |
| Nestle India Ltd. | ₹1,167 | −1.82% |
| Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. | ₹2,840.3 | −1.72% |
| Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. | ₹284.9 | −1.49% |
| JIO Financial Services Ltd. | ₹204.5 | −1.21% |
Sectors to Watch
Sectoral performance was mixed during the last session. While some segments saw notable buying interest, others faced selling pressure. The divergence between the leaders and laggards suggests that investors are being selective with their capital allocation across the broader market indices.
| Sector index | Change % |
|---|---|
| +2.32% | |
| +1.55% | |
| +0.03% | |
| −0.62% | |
| −0.72% | |
| −0.87% | |
| −0.93% |
Today on the Calendar
The corporate calendar for Monday, 02 November 2026, is busy with 18 Nifty 500 companies holding board meetings to discuss results. Notable names include ITC Ltd., Escorts Kubota Ltd., and Granules India Ltd. Additionally, the market remains active with Vedant Poly Fabs Ltd. opening for bidding, while Antala Industries Ltd. and Bombay Coated And Special Steels Ltd. conclude their bidding processes today. Investors should also note that Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd. trades ex-dividend today with a payout of ₹24 per share.
On the calendar today, Monday, 2 November
| Company | Also considering a dividend |
|---|---|
| Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd. | Yes |
| Carborundum Universal Ltd. | — |
| Choice International Ltd. | — |
| Devyani International Ltd. | — |
| DOMS Industries Ltd. | — |
| Escorts Kubota Ltd. | — |
| Granules India Ltd. | — |
| ITC Ltd. | — |
| KEC International Ltd. | — |
| Marico Ltd. | — |
| National Aluminium Company Ltd. | Yes |
| NLC India Ltd. | Yes |
| Company | What happens |
|---|---|
| Vedant Poly Fabs Ltd.
Price band ₹88 to ₹94
| Opens for bidding |
| Antala Industries Ltd.
Price band ₹63 to ₹67
| Last day to bid |
| Bombay Coated And Special Steels Ltd.
Price band ₹78 to ₹82
| Last day to bid |
| Company | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd. | dividend | ₹24 per share |
Traders will be monitoring the 9:15 AM open to see if the index can sustain its position near the 23053 level following the mixed performance of the Midcap 100 and Bank indices.