Why did Nifty 50 today fall below 26,050?

Weak risk appetite in thin holiday trade and FII selling of Rs 1,721 crore led to profit taking. Several heavyweights in IT, autos, and banks eased, pulling the index to 26,042. With India VIX low, the decline was orderly, not a panic sell-off.

What key levels should traders watch now?

26,000 is the first support as it aligns with the 21-DMA. A decisive close below can extend downside. On the upside, sustaining above 26,100 would ease pressure and may invite a test of recent swing zones. Keep stops tight given the low-volatility setup.

How did Sensex today perform compared to Nifty?

Sensex today dropped about 367 points, echoing the cautious tone seen in Nifty. The move was broad but measured, with underperformance in IT, autos, and banks. Select pockets like metals and consumer durables held firm, helping limit the overall downside.

What does GIFT Nifty imply for the near term?

GIFT Nifty pointed to a soft open and a range-bound day. Until earnings or macro cues shift sentiment, traders should expect narrow ranges. Use GIFT Nifty as an early guide, but confirm with cash market breadth, volume, and price behavior near key levels.

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Nifty 50 Today, December 27: FII Selling Drags Index Below 26,050

ByHuzaifa Zahoor December 27, 2025December 27, 2025

Nifty 50 today fell below 26,050 to close near 26,042 as thin holiday trade and Rs 1,721 crore of FII selling pressured risk appetite. Sensex today dropped about 367 points. With 26,000 sitting near the 21-DMA, traders see this as first support. India VIX stayed near historic lows, keeping intraday swings muted. IT, autos, and banks lagged, while metals and consumer durables held better. GIFT Nifty hinted at a soft tone into the session, reinforcing a range-bound setup.