Global markets stay firm on strong U.S. earnings as Indian equities hold key support levels ahead of the Budget, with Nifty and Bank Nifty expected to trade in defined ranges amid elevated volatility.
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Global markets extended gains for a fifth consecutive session, supported by strong U.S. corporate earnings that pushed the S&P 500 to a fresh record close. While the Dow Jones slipped, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended higher, reflecting continued strength in technology stocks.
The U.S. dollar weakened ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision, adding momentum to commodities. Crude oil surged nearly 3%, while gold climbed to record highs. Meanwhile, the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield hovered around 4.23%, signaling cautious optimism in bond markets.
In Asia, markets opened mostly higher. South Korea led gains, with both the Kospi and Kosdaq hitting record highs, while Japan traded lower. Hang Seng futures indicated a mildly positive open, and Gift Nifty signaled a positive start for Indian equities.
Opening Cues
Gift Nifty indicates a positive opening for the Indian market. The Nifty spot is expected to trade within the 24,900–25,400 range during today’s session.
Market Performance: Previous Session (27 January)
Indian equity benchmarks witnessed sharp intraday volatility during the monthly F&O expiry session. After slipping to an intraday low of 24,932, the Nifty staged a strong recovery and closed near the day’s high, indicating renewed buying interest at lower levels.
Positive developments around the India–EU Free Trade Agreement and supportive global cues helped stabilize sentiment.
Sensex rose 319.78 points (+0.39%) to close at 81,857.48
Nifty 50 gained 126.75 points (+0.51%), settling at 25,175.40
Top performers: Nifty Metal, Banking, and Oil & Gas stocks saw strong buying interest
Lagging sectors: Media, Auto, and FMCG witnessed some profit booking
Broader markets:
Nifty Midcap: +0.59%
Smallcap Index: +0.41%
Nifty formed a bullish candle with a lower shadow on monthly expiry, highlighting buying support near lower levels. However, volatility is expected to remain elevated ahead of the Union Budget on February 1, 2026, coupled with uncertain global cues.
After a sharp 1,400-point decline over the last 15 sessions, both daily and weekly stochastic indicators are in the oversold zone.
Support zone: 25,000–24,800
Resistance zone: 25,400–25,500
Expected consolidation range: 24,800–25,500
Nifty is currently trading near the lower end of its seven-month rising channel, which coincides with the 52-week EMA around the 25,000–24,800 zone. A decisive break below this level could open the door to further downside in the near term.
Intraday Levels
Nifty resistance: 25,300 | 25,390
Nifty support: 25,070 | 24,950
Bank Nifty resistance: 59,470 | 59,700
Bank Nifty support: 58,990 | 58,750
Wall Street continued its upward momentum as robust earnings lifted the S&P 500 to record levels. However, renewed concerns over U.S. tariff warnings and upcoming tech earnings remain key variables to track.
In Asia-Pacific:
Australia’s ASX 200 rose 0.12%, ahead of Q4 inflation data expected at 3.6%
South Korea outperformed, with Kospi up 1.27% and Kosdaq up 1.55%
Japan traded lower
Hang Seng futures pointed to a slightly higher open at 27,186
Derivatives data suggests:
Nifty range: 25,000–25,500
Bank Nifty range: 59,500–60,000
A breakout beyond these levels could lead to directional momentum, while staying within the range may result in continued consolidation.
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