Pre-Market- Markets poised for muted opening

19 Oct 2026, 9:11AM

GIFT Nifty was trading with marginal gains, signaling a muted start for Indian equities, while easing crude prices with Brent falling below $108/bbl. may offer some support to sentiment.

On October 16, 2026, Sensex rose by 0.65% or 413.66 points to 74,729.27. Nifty gained 0.56% or 148.80 points to 23,146.15.

Global Update-

Asian markets traded mostly lower, weighed by caution over elevated crude prices and geopolitical uncertainties, with key regional indices under pressure.

Wall Street closed higher, led by gains in healthcare and financial stocks, while falling Treasury yields boosted investor sentiment.

European markets closed higher, supported by easing crude oil prices and selective gains across banking and technology stocks.

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