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Nifty Futures Dip: January 2026 Contracts Lag Cash Market
19 Jan
Summary
- Nifty January 2026 futures closed at 25,574, a discount to the cash market.
- The Nifty 50 index experienced a decline of 108.85 points.
- Market volatility gauge, India VIX, saw a 4% increase.
As of January 19, 2026, Nifty January 2026 futures are trading at a discount, closing at 25,574 compared to the Nifty's cash market settlement of 25,585.50. This indicates a slight bearish sentiment for the near-term futures expiring on January 27, 2026.
The broader market experienced a downturn, with the Nifty 50 index declining by 108.85 points, or 0.42%, to settle at 25,585.50. Concurrently, the India VIX, a key measure of expected market volatility, surged by 4% to 11.83, suggesting increased investor apprehension.
In the derivatives segment, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Reliance Industries emerged as the most actively traded individual stock futures contracts. These prominent stocks continue to attract significant attention from traders in the options and futures market.
