Pre-Market Brief: Nifty 50 Opens Monday at 23140 Following Friday’s Gains of 77 Points | 28 Sept 2026, 08:00 AM IST
By ThePip Desk
Nifty 50 starts at 23140.50 as FIIs continue selling pressure. Institutional flows and sectoral shifts will likely dictate the market mood at 9:15 AM IST.
Based on 27 September 2026 closing prices, the Indian equity markets head into the Monday, 28 September 2026 session with a moderate upward bias. The Nifty 50 concluded the previous session at 23140.50, marking a gain of 77 points or +0.34%.
Market Snapshot
| Index | Close | Change% |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 23140.50 | +0.34 |
| Nifty Bank | 55580.40 | +0.26 |
| NIFTY Midcap 100 | 60906.00 | −0.14 |
FII and DII Dynamics
Institutional activity remains a focal point for traders. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) recorded a net outflow of ₹576.2 crore in the last session, marking their second consecutive day of selling. Conversely, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) provided a cushion to the markets, recording a net inflow of ₹2797.27 crore.
Top Movers and Sectoral Trends
The session saw significant movement in individual stocks. Axis Bank Ltd. led the gains with a +3.03% rise, followed by Asian Paints Ltd. at +2.14% and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. at +1.75%. On the downside, Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. faced selling pressure, declining −3.06%, while Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. fell −1.54% and Infosys Ltd. dropped −1.41%.
Investors should monitor how these individual stock trends influence broader sentiment as the market prepares for the 9:15 AM IST opening bell.