🚀 Indian Markets Pre Market Report (Feb 12, 2026): Nifty Near 26,000 Again — Will Bulls Finally Break It?

🌍 Global Cues Snapshot (Overnight) — What’s Shaping Mood Today

🇺🇸 Wall Street Close (Feb 11, 2026)

Indian Markets Pre Market Report Today: US markets ended almost flat, but the message was clear: growth looks okay, rate-cut hopes are not a free pass.

Dow Jones: 50,121.40 (mildly lower)

S&P 500: 6,941.47 (flat)

Nasdaq: 23,066.47 (slightly lower) 

Single-line reason: Strong US jobs tone kept investors cautious on quick rate cuts, so markets paused instead of sprinting.

🇪🇺 Europe Close (Feb 11, 2026)

Europe quietly did something big: it closed at record highs, powered by commodity-linked stocks.

STOXX 600: 621.58 (+0.1%, record close) 

Single-line reason: Energy + miners carried the index, while tech/financials stayed weak due to AI-disruption worries and mixed earnings. 

🌏 Asia Early Trade (Feb 12, 2026)

Asia is supportive this morning, led by Japan’s record mood.

Nikkei 225: crossed 58,000 (first time), trading near 57,874 (+0.4%)

Topix: around 3,884 (+0.8%) 

Single-line reason: Japan is running on “post-election optimism + stimulus expectations,” keeping Asia sentiment upbeat. 

🎯 GIFT Nifty Check (Feb 12, 2026 Morning)

GIFT Nifty: around 25,996.50 (mildly positive) 

What it hints: A steady-to-slightly positive start — not a gap-up party, but definitely not a weak open signal either.

🇮🇳 Indian Market Recap (Last Session Close — Feb 11, 2026)

Nifty 50: 25,953.85 (+0.07%)

Sensex: 84,233.64 (-0.05%) 

Bank Nifty : 60,745.35 (Feb 11 close context) 

What happened yesterday (simple, real view)

Markets tried to push, briefly flirted with 26,000, and then cooled off. It looked like a classic “near resistance = profit booking + wait-and-watch” day. IT was soft, while earnings-led names kept the index supported. 

👉More details keep reading 🧾 Indian Markets Post Market Report Today (11.02.2026): Nifty Stays Firm Near 26,000;

🧭 Indian Markets Pre Market Report- Key Levels to Watch Today (Nifty, Bank Nifty, Sensex)

✅ Nifty 50 Levels

Immediate Resistance: 26,000 (psychological + supply zone) 

Next Resistance: 26,100 – 26,150 (if 26K breaks and holds)

Immediate Support: 25,900 – 25,850 👉 The EconomicTimes

Next Support: 25,800 (important “line in the sand” zone) 

Trader’s note: If Nifty opens positive but fails again at 26,000, expect range + sector rotation rather than a trending day.

🏦 Bank Nifty Levels

Resistance: 61,000 then 61,350

Support: 60,400 then 59,900

🏛️ Sensex Levels

Resistance: 84,600 then 85,000

Support: 83,900 then 83,400

📈 Derivatives Corner: OI Mood, PCR, VIX (Latest Available)

🌡️ India VIX (Volatility)

India VIX: 11.56 (low and comfortable) 

Meaning in plain English: Big wild candles are less likely unless a surprise headline hits.

🧾 Put-Call Ratio (PCR)

Nifty PCR: 0.8945 

Bank Nifty PCR: 1.0021 

Quick read:

Nifty PCR below 1 = slightly cautious / call-writing zone Bank Nifty near 1 = balanced, slightly supportive

📌 Futures Premium (Sentiment Check)

Nifty Feb futures: 25,989.70 Premium over spot: +35.85 

Why it matters: Premium suggests traders are not positioning for a sharp breakdown today.

💰 FII & DII Data (Cash Market — Feb 11, 2026)

FII Net: +₹943.81 Cr

DII Net: -₹125.36 Cr 

My simple takeaway: Foreign buying is supportive. Domestic selling was mild — more like booking profits, not panic.

📰 Global News That Can Move Indian Markets Today

🛢️ Crude Oil Firming (Geopolitics Back in Focus)

Brent: $69.74/bbl

WTI: $65.00/bbl 

Single-line impact: Higher oil can lift energy stocks, but it can also be inflationary — so keep an eye on oil-sensitive sectors.

💱 Rupee & Dollar Watch

USD/INR close reference: 90.70 per $  Reuters notes dollar bids from foreign banks pressured INR, even while broader USD tone softened. 

Why you should care today: If INR weakens further with firm oil, it can push FIIs to be more selective intraday.

🪙 Commodities in India (MCX) — Latest (Feb 12, 2026 Morning)

🥇Gold

MCX Gold (April): ₹158,650 / 10g

🥈Silver

MCX Silver (March): ₹262,701 / kg 

Single-line reason: Global gold eased after strong US jobs reduced “fast rate cut” expectations, keeping bullion choppy. 

🏛️ SEBI Update (New Rule) — What Changed & Why It Matters

🔎 SEBI revised the Order-to-Trade Ratio (OTR) framework (Circular dated Feb 04, 2026)

This is aimed at tightening and refining rules around high order-to-trade behavior, especially relevant for algorithmic and high-frequency activity. 

Industry summaries indicate the revised norms are expected to be effective from April 6, 2026. 

Impact on the market (practical view):

For normal investors: almost no direct change.

For intraday liquidity / high-frequency strategies: could reduce excessive order spam and improve market quality over time.

🧾 Q3 Results Spotlight (2 Stocks) — What the Street Is Reading

1) 🏍️ Eicher Motors (Royal Enfield)

Eicher surged after announcing a meaningful capacity expansion and giving a confident growth outlook, with brokerages raising targets. 

What looks positive:

Capacity expansion to meet demand = confidence in the runway Premium motorcycle demand staying strong 

What to watch:

Margins vs input costs Competitive intensity (still there, but pressure seen easing) 

👉More Q3 Results keep reading Q3 FY26 Results Snapshot: Axis Bank, Bharti Airtel & Bajaj Finance

Q3 FY26 Results Update: TCS, Infosys, HCLTech

2) 🏦 SBI (State Bank of India)

SBI stayed strong post-results and was highlighted as a major support point in the market narrative (even market-cap comparisons came up). 👉Reuters

Street lens:

PSU banks are still being traded actively on earnings momentum Focus remains on guidance, NIMs, and credit growth (bank moves can flip fast)

🧠 Investment Ideas (Short-Term vs Long-Term)

🔸 Short-term (Days to Weeks)

If Nifty rejects 26,000 again, don’t force trades — treat it as a range market.  Keep stops tight and be picky: earnings-led stocks can still move even when indices don’t. Watch Bank Nifty closely — PCR is supportive and banks often decide the day’s direction. 

🔹 Long-term (Months to Years)

Stick with SIP + quality leaders; add more only on dips, not on emotional breakouts. Maintain diversification: equities + some gold as hedge (not over-allocation).  For long-term investors, the real edge is discipline, not perfect entry.

✅ Today’s Market Forecast (Feb 12, 2026) — 5 Bullet Points

1.Opening tone:

likely flat-to-mildly positive, tracking GIFT Nifty near 25,996. 

2.Key fight:

Nifty vs 26,000 — if it sustains above, a quick push to 26,100+ becomes possible. 

3.Volatility:

VIX at 11.56 suggests controlled moves unless a headline shocks the tape. 

4.Oil watch:

Firm crude keeps energy strong but can cap overall enthusiasm if it spikes. 

5.Flow pulse:

FIIs were net buyers (+₹943.81 Cr) — if this continues, dips could be bought quickly. 👉moneycontrol

👉Further reading

Indian Stock Market Weekly View (Feb 9–Feb 13, 2026)

India’s New Labor Codes: Why Companies Are Taking “Thousand-Crore”

SIP vs Lump Sum: Which Is Better for Mutual Fund Investors?

Mutual Funds Explained:Types, Returns & Risks

📊 Stock Market 101 – Lesson 16 💰 Hidden Trading Costs, Fees & Tax Basics Made Simple (Beginner-Friendly Guide)

Stock Market 101 – Lesson 11 MA, RSI & MACD

⚠️ Disclaimer:

This Indian Markets Pre Market Report is for education and information only and is not investment advice. Markets involve risk. Please consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making any investment decisions.