Pre-Market 15 April 2026: What to Expect After Sensex Falls 703 Points; Oil Slips, GIFT Nifty Above 24,220

Indian equity markets head into Wednesday after a weak start to the week, with selling seen across sectors.

The Sensex fell 702.68 points (0.91%) to close at 76,847.57. The Nifty 50 declined 207.95 points (0.86%) to settle at 23,842.65 on 13 April 2026.

What Happened In Monday’s Session?

Markets opened weak and remained under pressure for most of the session. Although there was some recovery during the day, it was not sustained.

Among index stocks, HDFC Life, Adani Enterprises and ICICI Bank shares were among the gainers. Eicher Motors, Maruti Suzuki and Bajaj Finance shares were among the laggards.

Broader markets also saw selling, though the fall was relatively limited. The Midcap and Smallcap indices declined less than the benchmarks.

The overall market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies fell by about ₹2 lakh crore in a single session.

Global Cues After Market Hours

Global markets moved higher after Indian trading hours, supported by fresh efforts to ease tensions in the Middle East.

US markets opened with gains on 14 April. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 53 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also traded higher by 0.35% & 0.64%.

At the same time, developments around the region remain in focus. The US has initiated a blockade of Iran’s ports, which has added another layer of uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz.

Asian markets showed strength. Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.72%, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng gained 0.99%, reflecting a positive tone across the region.

Oil And Commodities In Focus

Crude oil prices edged lower amid expectations of further dialogue.

Brent crude was trading near $99 per barrel, while US crude hovered below $98. The drop in oil prices helped sentiment. At the same time, geopolitical risks have not gone away.

GIFT Nifty Update

GIFT Nifty was at 24,222.50, up 345 points (1.44%) as of 14 April 2026. This points to a firm start for domestic markets.

The index is now above the 24,200 level. This area could remain important in the near term.

Technical Levels To Watch

After recent swings, markets are back near key levels.

• Resistance is seen in the 24,000–24,075 zone

• A move above this may push the index towards 24,200–24,400

• On the downside, support is placed near 23,555

The index is still trading above its short-term averages. This suggests some underlying strength, despite the recent decline.

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What Should Investors Expect Today?

The session may open on a positive note, supported by firm global cues.

Focus will remain on developments in the Middle East. Oil prices and related updates may guide sentiment during the day.

After the recent swings, markets could remain volatile. The key will be whether the index holds above resistance levels.

Sources:

Reuters

CNBC TV18

Mint