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Market Pulse: 24 February 2026 - Pre-Market Update

Market Pulse - Tuesday, 24 February, 2026
Nifty 25,713 (+0.55%) • FII Bought ₹3,483.7 Cr
Market Pulse Tuesday, 24 February, 2026
Market Snapshot
📊
Nifty 50
25,713
+0.55%
📈
Sensex
83,294.66
+0.58%
🏦
Bank Nifty
61,264.25
+0.15%

The Indian stock market saw a positive movement today with both Nifty 50 and Sensex rising over 0.5%. This rally was supported by strong FII inflows, as foreign investors purchased ₹3,483.7 Cr worth of equities. The upbeat sentiment was further bolstered by Paytm's strong quarterly results, which lifted fintech stocks. However, global tensions like the potential resurgence of trade wars under Trump's rhetoric and uncertainties in U.S. monetary policy posed risks to export-oriented sectors like IT, Auto, and Metals, creating a cautious environment.

The Big Story
📰 FEATURED

Indian fintech firm Paytm beats quarterly profit view on core business growth

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Positive outlook for Paytm and related fintech stocks.

WHY IT MATTERS
Paytm's strong earnings boost confidence in Indian fintech and digital payment sectors.
Quick Takes
global macro • negative
Trump's tariff salvo sets up a Trade War 2.0 breakout
Investors should brace for volatility in export-oriented sectors.
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global macro • negative
Fed's Waller may no longer back rate cut if jobs report is strong
Investors should prepare for potential FII outflows impacting market liquidity.
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india macro • negative
India's rupee support tool turns pressure point; $7 billion NDF maturities come due
Monitor rupee movements as NDF maturities may cause market volatility.
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india macro • positive
India central bank tweaks rules for small business loans, loans against gold
Positive for SME lending; potential growth in small business sector.
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global macro • positive
Xi Gains Leverage Before Trump Summit After Tariff Reversal
Export sectors may benefit from improved China-US trade relations.
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india macro • positive
Indian rupee set to rise after US court scraps Trump tariffs; new 15% duty tempers relief
Favorable conditions for sectors reliant on imports; watch for currency fluctuations.
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FII / DII Activity
FII/FPI
Bought
₹3,483.7 Cr
DII
Sold
₹1,292.24 Cr

FIIs bought ₹3,483.7 Cr, DIIs sold ₹1,292.24 Cr today.

Market Breadth

Advances: 1038 · Declines: 686 · A/D Ratio: 1.51

Broad-based rally with strong market participation

Sector Performance
PSU Bank
+1.4%
Fin Services
+0.9%
Infra
+0.9%
Auto
+0.8%
FMCG
+0.7%
Pharma
+0.6%
Energy
+0.4%
Media
+0.2%
Bank
+0.2%
Realty
-0.2%
Metal
-0.2%
IT
-1.4%

PSU Bank, Fin Services led gains while Metal, IT underperformed. Cyclicals leading indicates risk-on appetite.

Technical Levels
Nifty 50
Support 25,507 / 25,302
Resistance 25,791 / 25,869
Bank Nifty
Support 60,764
Resistance 61,562

Nifty is in sideways trend. Trading above 200 DMA indicates medium-term strength.

Global Cues

 |  S&P Futures: +0.28%

Global cues mixed; expect range-bound opening

Commodities & Forex
Gold
₹1,61,668
+0.04%
Silver
₹2,65,350
+0.01%
USD/INR
Rs 90.97/USD
-0.03%
Macro / Economic Events
📌 3 earnings results expected
📌 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Looking Ahead
👀 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Corporate Actions
Reliance Industries
Pace Digitek bags Rs 159-cr battery pack order from Reliance Industries
ITC
Bitcoin falls to nearly $64,000 as 2026 crypto woes continue
Earnings Calendar
Schaeffler India
24 Feb
Elantas Beck India
24 Feb
DIC India
24 Feb

DISCLAIMER

This newsletter is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not investment advice. Markets are subject to risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult a registered financial advisor before making investment decisions. We are not registered investment advisors with SEBI or any other regulatory body.

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