Markets Pre-Open: India — What to Watch

GIFT Nifty trades lower ahead of the open, signaling a cautious start as the Nifty 50 looks to break its sixth consecutive weekly decline — a losing streak not seen since the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020.

Key Levels to Watch

• 23,400 — The ceiling the bulls tested last Friday but couldn't crack. A decisive close above this level opens the path to 23,500.
• 23,250–23,300 — Immediate support zone. Below that, 23,100 becomes the line in the sand for...