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As of 11:50 AM IST on May 27, 2025, the Indian markets are showing mixed signals with bearish undertones. GIFT Nifty is currently trading at 24,965.00, down 72.5 points or 0.29% from the previous close of 25,049, indicating a weak opening for Indian markets. The index has traded in a range of 24,910 to 25,118 during the session, suggesting consolidation after the initial decline. The volatility landscape presents an interesting picture with India VIX at 18.58, up 0.56 points or 3.11% from the previous session. This rise in VIX indicates increasing market uncertainty and higher option premiums, which traders should factor into their strategies. The VIX has moved within a range of 17.42 to 19.06 today, staying well within its 52-week range of 8.98 to 31.71. Global markets are painting a bearish picture with all major US indices closing in the red. The Dow Jones fell 256.02 points to 41,603.07, NASDAQ 100 dropped 196.82 points to 20,915.65, and S&P 500 declined 39.19 points to 5,802.82. This global weakness is likely contributing to the negative sentiment in Asian markets and explaining the subdued performance of GIFT Nifty. Given these market conditions, traders should approach the session with caution, expecting potential volatility spikes and considering strategies that can benefit from time decay while managing the increased uncertainty reflected in the elevated VIX levels.