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Nifty Futures Near Expiry: May 2026 Contracts Set to Close
15 May
Summary
- Nifty May 2026 futures closed at 23,673.40, a slight premium.
- Nifty 50 index experienced a minor dip of 46.10 points.
- India VIX, a volatility indicator, saw an increase of 0.95%.
The Nifty May 2026 futures concluded trading at 23,673.40, a marginal premium of 29.9 points compared to the Nifty's cash market close of 23,643.50. This indicates a slight positive sentiment for the futures contract as it approaches its expiry on May 26, 2026.
In the broader market, the Nifty 50 index registered a modest decrease, falling by 46.10 points, which amounts to a 0.19% decline. Concurrently, the India VIX, a key measure of expected market volatility, edged up by 0.95% to settle at 18.79, suggesting a slight increase in investor caution.
Among individual stocks, futures contracts for Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, HDFC Bank, and Infosys were the most actively traded in the F&O segment. These popular stocks often drive significant activity in the derivatives market.
