GIFT Nifty Reaches Record Trading Milestones With $23.67 Billion Turnover and High Open Interest

TOI Business•Published: Sep 26, 2026 04:43 PM IST

The GIFT Nifty international trading platform achieved unprecedented growth on September 25, 2026, recording a daily turnover of $23.67 billion and open interest reaching $21.87 billion. This surge reflects the platform's rapid expansion and increasing appeal to global investors since its full-scale operational launch in July 2023.

Cumulative Performance: The platform has processed a total cumulative turnover of $3.52 trillion and facilitated the trading of 76.19 million contracts since its inception.
Market Participation: Trading volumes have seen a substantial uptick, driven by increased international interest and recent regulatory exemptions that specifically benefit US-based customers.
Operational Growth: The NSE IX has officially characterized this period as a new era for the exchange, highlighting the successful transition to a high-volume international financial hub.

The Context & Background

Since the full-scale launch in July 2023, the GIFT Nifty has become a critical bridge for global capital entering the Indian markets. The platform's ability to attract diverse international participants has been bolstered by strategic regulatory adjustments aimed at streamlining cross-border trading.

Why it matters:The record-breaking performance of GIFT Nifty signals a maturing international financial ecosystem that effectively bridges global capital with Indian markets. By simplifying access for international investors, the platform enhances liquidity and strengthens India's position as a premier global financial hub.

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