Pre-Market Brief: Nifty 50 Holds Above 24,000 as FIIs Return, DIIs Continue Buying | 26 Jun 2026, 08:00 AM IST
By Sivam
Nifty 50 closed at 24056.00, marking a +0.14% gain. Strong DII buying and a return of FII inflows characterized Thursday’s session. Traders watch for sustained momentum at the 9:15 AM open.
Nifty 50 concluded Thursday’s session at 24056.00, registering a modest gain of +0.14%, or +34 points. This positive close was significantly underpinned by robust domestic institutional investor (DII) buying, which amounted to a substantial +5747.75 crore. Adding to the positive sentiment, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) returned as net buyers, contributing +383.76 crore, breaking a recent trend of outflows. Despite the Nifty’s uptick, the broader market showed mixed signals, with the Nifty Midcap 100 declining by −0.55%.
| Name | Close | Change% |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty Bank | 58177.05 | +0.05% |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 61795.50 | −0.55% |
| Nifty 50 | 24056.00 | +0.14% |
FII and DII Flows
Thursday’s trading session marked a significant shift in foreign institutional investor activity. After several days of cautious participation or net selling, FIIs recorded net buying of +383.76 crore on June 25. This positive inflow follows a substantial −1843.4 crore FII selling observed on June 24. Domestic Institutional Investors, on the other hand, continued their unwavering support for the Indian equity markets, posting a strong net buying figure of +5747.75 crore for the day. This consistent DII buying has been a key market driver, with DIIs being net buyers in four out of the last five sessions, demonstrating sustained domestic confidence. The combined positive flow from both institutional segments could provide a foundational support for Friday’s session.
Sector Watch and Market Movers
Sectoral performance on Thursday was varied. The sector leading the gains surged by +2.25%, indicating strong interest. Other sectors showing positive momentum included +0.68%, +0.33%, +0.13%, and +0.09%. Conversely, two sectors experienced declines, with −0.86% being the biggest laggard and −0.20% also closing in the red. The Nifty 50 market breadth was finely balanced, with 26 stocks advancing and 24 declining, suggesting a lack of broad-based momentum but active stock-specific movements.
Among the top performers in the Nifty 50, Interglobe Aviation Ltd. (INDIGO) led with a gain of +4.66%, closing at ₹5450. Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. (MAXHEALTH) followed closely with +3.85%, while Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) rose by +3.84%. Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. (MARUTI) and Tata Consumer Products Ltd. (TATACONSUM) also saw significant upticks of +3.75% and +3.02%, respectively.
On the downside, Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. (ONGC) was the biggest loser, shedding −2.88%. Power Grid Corporation Of India Ltd. (POWERGRID) declined by −2.41%, and Hindalco Industries Ltd. (HINDALCO) fell by −2.40%. Tech Mahindra Ltd. (TECHM) and Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL) also closed lower by −1.68% and −1.54%, respectively.
What to Watch at 9:15 AM
As the market prepares for the 9:15 AM open, the Nifty 50’s ability to hold above the 24,000 mark, coupled with the return of FII buying and sustained DII support, sets a cautiously optimistic tone. Traders will be closely monitoring early price action to gauge the strength of this renewed institutional interest. The balanced market breadth suggests that while the indices might see consolidation, opportunities in specific sectors and stocks could emerge. The sustainability of FII inflows will be a key determinant for market direction in the immediate term.