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  • Indian Rupee Slips to 94.95 as Brent Crude Approaches $100 Amid US-Iran Tensions

    Indian Rupee Slips to 94.95 as Brent Crude Approaches $100 Amid US-Iran Tensions

    The Indian rupee fell 21 paise to 94.95 against the US dollar on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Rising crude prices and escalating US-Iran tensions pressured the rupee during early trading in Mumbai.

    The currency opened at 94.80 before touching 94.95 in the interbank foreign exchange market. Tuesday’s session ended at 94.74, marking an 18-paise decline against the American currency.

    Brent crude climbed 1.41% to USD 99.30 per barrel as tensions raised supply disruption concerns. The Strait of Hormuz remains a major concern for markets tracking global oil supply routes. Anuj Choudhary, research analyst at Mirae Asset Sharekhan, highlighted the pressure on crude prices. “Indian rupee opened lower on escalating geopolitical tensions and surge in crude oil prices,” Choudhary said.

    The analyst expects USD-INR to remain under pressure while crude prices continue moving higher. He expects the USD-INR spot rate to trade between Rs. 94.70 and Rs. 95.15. A weaker dollar could provide some relief if global risk sentiment remains fragile.

    The dollar index slipped 0.03% to 98.76, offering limited support for the rupee.

    Indian equities also opened sharply lower as investors reacted to rising oil and geopolitical risks. The Sensex dropped 500.25 points, while the Nifty declined 129.40 points during early trading. Higher crude prices could increase India’s import bill and intensify inflation concerns. Investors now await inflation data from India and the US for fresh monetary policy signals. Persistent oil pressure could keep the rupee, equities, and broader markets volatile in coming sessions.

  • Indian Stock Market Opens Lower: Nifty 50 Drops 0.48%, Sensex Falls 361 Points

    Indian Stock Market Opens Lower: Nifty 50 Drops 0.48%, Sensex Falls 361 Points

    The Indian stock market opened lower amid mixed global trends. The Nifty 50 was down 113.05 points or 0.48% at the open to 23,522.05, while Bank Nifty started 278.7 points below the prior close. Sensex fell 361.36 points to 75,216.22.

    The broader market outperformed, with the Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices ending marginally higher. The Indian rupee opened marginally lower at Rs. 94.87 per dollar on Wednesday against Tuesday’s close of Rs. 94.82.

    Foreign institutional investors turned net sellers on Tuesday, offloading Rs. 123 crore of Indian equities, while domestic institutional investors bought a net Rs. 1,350 crore, according to NSE data.

    Sensex Outlook

    Technically, the Sensex formed a bearish candle on the daily chart and is holding a lower top formation, which is largely negative.

    “For day traders, 75,800 would act as an immediate resistance zone. Below this, a weak formation is likely to continue. On the downside, the market could retest the levels of 75,200-75,000. On the flip side, if the index closes above 75,800, the pullback could extend till 76,000-76,300,” said Shrikant Chouhan, Head, Equity Research, Kotak Securities.

    Nifty 50 Outlook

    The Nifty 50 formed its second consecutive bearish candle on the daily chart, indicating that the ongoing corrective trend remains intact. The Nifty 50 has now moved close to its July 2026 low of around 23,606, making the current support zone particularly important for traders and investors.

    The index has approached a crucial support area between 23,600 and 23,500. A failure to hold above this range could result in a further decline towards 23,300 in the coming weeks. On the upside, any recovery attempt may face significant resistance around the 24,000-24,050 zone.

    “Pullback attempts from the current oversold territory will face stiff resistance around 24,000-24,050 levels, being the recent breakdown area and 20-day EMA. The support area is likely to reverse its role and act as resistance in the short term,” said Pabitro Mukherjee, Deputy Vice President-Research, Bajaj Broking.

    Bank Nifty Outlook

    Bank Nifty formed a bearish candle with a lower high and lower low, which suggests that the corrective decline in the banking index is continuing. The index closed below the immediate support level of 57,000, which has now become an important level to watch. If Bank Nifty remains below 57,000, the decline could extend towards the 56,500-56,200 range. This zone is considered an important short-term support area as it represents the confluence of the 52-week EMA and the lower band of the index’s nine-week trading range.

    “Immediate bias in the index continues to remain down, and only a formation of higher highs and higher lows on a sustained basis in the daily chart will signal a pause in the downtrend. A move above 57,000 will lead to consolidation in the range of 57,000-58,000,” said Pabitro Mukherjee, Deputy Vice President-Research, Bajaj Broking.

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  • Indian Stock Market Opens Lower: Nifty 50 Falls 0.15%, Sensex Drops 161 Points

    Indian Stock Market Opens Lower: Nifty 50 Falls 0.15%, Sensex Drops 161 Points

    The Indian stock market opened lower on Tuesday amid mixed global cues. The Nifty 50 slipped 36.05 points (0.15%) to 23,743.10, while the Bank Nifty started 97.9 points below the prior close. The Sensex fell 161.18 points to 75,970.28.

    The broader market was mixed: the Nifty Midcap index dropped 0.5%, while the Smallcap index remained flat. The Indian rupee opened unchanged at Rs. 94.51 against the US dollar compared to the previous close of Rs. 94.49.

    Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought equities worth Rs. 280 crore on September 7, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers, purchasing Rs. 566 crore worth of equities.

    Sensex Outlook

    Technically, the Sensex formed a bearish candle on the daily chart, indicating persistent selling pressure and weakness.

    “76,300 would act as a key resistance zone. Below this, a correction wave is likely to continue. On the downside, the market could slip to 76,000-75,600. On the flip side, above 76,300, a pullback could continue till 76,500-76,700,” said Shrikant Chouhan, Head of Equity Research at Kotak Securities.

    Nifty 50 Outlook

    The Nifty 50 continues to show weakness. The index formed a bearish candle on the daily chart, and the close below 23,800 points to a continuation of the ongoing corrective phase.

    The immediate trend remains negative as long as the index trades below 24,025. Sustained weakness below this level could drag the Nifty towards the 23,600-23,500 support zone. On the upside, 24,150 is expected to act as a key resistance level. The zone gains importance as it coincides with last week’s high and the 50-day EMA.

    “Key observation in the daily chart is that the daily stochastic and daily 14-period RSI has approached oversold territory. Hence, the index holding above the support area of 23,600-23,500 will lead to a pullback towards the 50-day EMA placed around 24,150,” said Pabitro Mukherjee, Deputy Vice President-Research, Bajaj Broking.

    Bank Nifty Outlook

    Bank Nifty formed a bearish candle on the daily chart, with a lower high and a lower low. Bajaj Broking Research expects the index to remain within its broader consolidation range unless a decisive breakout or breakdown occurs.

    In the near term, Bank Nifty is expected to trade between 57,000 and 58,000. A close below 57,000 could strengthen selling pressure and take the index towards the 56,500-56,200 support zone.

    “Within the consolidation, the index is facing resistance around 58,000 levels. Sustaining above 58,000 will open the way towards 58,500-58,700 levels. Failure to sustain above 58,000 will signal an extension of range-bound trade in the 57,000-58,000 zone in the coming sessions,” added Pabitro Mukherjee.

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  • Indian Stocks Open Lower as Rising Oil and Middle East Tensions Weigh on Sentiment

    Indian Stocks Open Lower as Rising Oil and Middle East Tensions Weigh on Sentiment

    Indian equity markets opened lower on Friday, dragged by rising crude oil prices and escalating Middle East tensions that dampened investor sentiment. The Nifty 50 index started the session 97.1 points, or 0.39%, lower at 24,538.90, while the Bank Nifty declined 181.65 points, or 0.31%, to open at 57,882. The Sensex opened 438.68 points below its previous close of 78,954.76.

    Broader market performance was mixed. The Nifty Midcap 100 index edged down 0.4%, while the Nifty Smallcap 100 index gained 0.5%.

    In the currency market, the rupee opened at Rs 95.28 per US dollar on Friday, compared with the previous session’s close of Rs 95.22.

    Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) remained net sellers in Indian equities on August 6, offloading shares worth Rs 28.58 crore. Conversely, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers, adding Rs 3,488.43 crore.

    Sensex Outlook

    Technically, the Sensex formed a small candle on the daily chart, and the non-directional intraday activity indicates indecision among traders.

    “For day traders, 79,000 would act as an immediate breakout level. Above this, the market could move up to 79,300-79,500. On the flip side, below 78,600, we could see intraday price corrections down to 78,200-78,000. The intraday market texture is non-directional; hence, level-based trading would be the ideal strategy for day traders,” said Shrikant Chouhan, Head of Equity Research at Kotak Securities.

    Nifty 50 Outlook

    The Nifty 50 could witness profit booking after the recent rally, but the larger trajectory remains positive as long as key support levels hold.

    “The 24,400-24,500 is the immediate support zone, where buying interest is expected to emerge on declines. On the upside, 24,700-24,800 remains the key resistance range. A decisive move above this zone could signal a continuation of the ongoing uptrend and pave the way for fresh highs. As long as Nifty holds above the 24,400 support zone, the preferred strategy remains buy on dips,” said Gaurav Udani, founder of Thincredblu Securities.

    Bank Nifty Outlook

    The Bank Nifty is expected to remain steady, with the underlying technical structure still favorable as the index continues to trade above its key support zones.

    “The 58,200-58,300 band stands out as the immediate resistance area; a decisive move beyond this level would strengthen buying interest and open the path toward 58,500-58,600. On the downside, the 57,800-57,700 zone serves as the first line of support, with a breakdown below this level exposing the index to a deeper pullback toward 57,400-57,300,” said Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money.

    Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.

  • Indian Stock Market Opens Higher: Nifty 50 Edges Up, Sensex Gains Over 200 Points

    Indian Stock Market Opens Higher: Nifty 50 Edges Up, Sensex Gains Over 200 Points

    The Indian stock market opened on a positive note Thursday, tracking mixed global cues. The benchmark Nifty 50 index opened 16.35 points, or 0.07%, higher at 24,641, while the Bank Nifty climbed 75.05 points, or 0.13%, to start at 57,815. The Sensex opened 201.43 points above the previous close of 78,581, reaching 78,782.43.

    Among broader indices, the Nifty midcap index rose 0.18%, while the smallcap index gained 0.76%. The Indian rupee opened flat at Rs. 95.13 per dollar against the previous close of Rs. 95.13.

    Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) turned net sellers on August 5, offloading shares worth Rs. 943.42 crore. In contrast, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) remained net buyers, investing Rs. 2,883.17 crore.

    Sensex Outlook

    Technically, the Sensex witnessed range-bound activity. Short-term support is placed at 78,200–78,000, while 78,900–79,000 remains the crucial resistance area for the bulls. According to Shrikant Chouhan, Head of Equity Research at Kotak Securities, “We believe that, as long as the market is trading between these ranges, a range-bound texture is likely to continue. On the higher side, a breakout above 79,000 could push the market towards 79,300–79,500. On the flip side, a dismissal of 78,000 could push the market towards 77,500.”

    Nifty 50 Outlook

    The Nifty 50 formed a bullish hammer-like candle on the daily chart, indicating buying interest at lower levels. Bajaj Broking Research stated, “We expect the index to extend the last two sessions’ consolidation and form a base at higher levels. The overall structure is positive; we believe the current breather should be used to accumulate quality stocks in a staggered manner.” The brokerage expects the benchmark index to gradually move towards the 25,000–25,200 zone over the coming weeks. Immediate support is placed in the 24,400–24,500 range. As long as the Nifty remains above this zone, analysts expect a pullback towards 24,720 and 24,800 in the near term. Stronger short-term support is now seen around 24,200–24,000, where key Fibonacci retracement levels coincide with the 20-day and 50-day exponential moving averages (EMAs).

    Bank Nifty Outlook

    Bank Nifty traded within a narrow range during Wednesday’s session and formed an inside-bar candle, reflecting indecision after recent profit booking. Bajaj Broking noted, “The index continues to consolidate within the broader 56,500–58,700 range that has been in place over the past seven weeks. A decisive breakout above 58,700 would signal a resumption of the uptrend, opening the door towards 59,300 and 60,000 in the coming sessions. Until then, the index is likely to remain range-bound with a stock-specific bias.” According to the brokerage, immediate support for Bank Nifty is near 57,400, followed by the 57,000–56,800 zone. On the upside, resistance is seen around 58,000–58,100, while a sustained move above the 58,500–58,700 range could strengthen bullish momentum.

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  • Global Stock Markets Recap: How Major Indices Performed in 2026

    Global Stock Markets Recap: How Major Indices Performed in 2026

    Global stock markets in 2026 have experienced a dynamic year, with major indices reflecting diverse economic trends and sector-specific drivers. Here’s a concise overview of how the world’s top benchmarks have fared.

    S&P 500

    The S&P 500 continues to reflect the strength of leading U.S. companies, navigating market volatility while maintaining overall resilience. Investor confidence in corporate earnings and economic fundamentals has kept the index on a steady course.

    Nasdaq Composite

    Technology stocks remain key drivers of the Nasdaq’s performance throughout the year. Innovation in AI, cloud computing, and semiconductor sectors has fueled continued investor interest, though periodic pullbacks have occurred amid valuation concerns.

    Dow Jones

    The Dow Jones highlights steady performance from major industrial and blue-chip companies. Defensive sectors such as healthcare and consumer staples have provided stability, while cyclical industrials have benefited from infrastructure spending.

    Nifty 50

    India’s benchmark index continues attracting global investors through strong economic growth. Favorable demographics, digital transformation, and policy reforms have supported the Nifty 50’s upward trajectory, making it one of the best-performing emerging market indices.

    Sensex

    The Sensex remains supported by banking, IT, and manufacturing sector gains. Robust domestic consumption, coupled with export growth in technology services, has underpinned the index’s performance.

    FTSE 100

    The UK’s FTSE 100 reflects energy, financial, and multinational company performance. High commodity prices have boosted energy stocks, while a weaker pound has benefited exporters listed on the index.

    Nikkei 225

    Japan’s Nikkei continues benefiting from technology exports and corporate reforms. The Tokyo Stock Exchange’s governance improvements and a weaker yen have enhanced the competitiveness of Japanese exporters.

    Hang Seng

    Hong Kong’s Hang Seng remains influenced by Chinese economic developments. Regulatory shifts in mainland China and geopolitical tensions have created headwinds, but the index has shown resilience in select sectors such as technology and healthcare.

    Stay informed on global market trends by following our updates.

  • Nifty Holds Above 24,669 as Sensex Gains 626 Points: Market Outlook

    Nifty Holds Above 24,669 as Sensex Gains 626 Points: Market Outlook

    Indian Stock Market Opens Higher; Nifty Above 24,669, Sensex Surges 626 Points

    Indian equity benchmarks opened on a mixed note on Wednesday as positive global cues and a sharp dip in crude oil prices supported sentiment. The Nifty 50 opened 54.3 points (0.22%) higher at 24,669.20, while the BSE Sensex started the session with a gain of 626.43 points, reaching 79,055.38.

    The Bank Nifty, however, opened 97.15 points (0.17%) lower at 57,810.05, reflecting selective selling in financials. In the broader market, the Nifty Midcap index slipped 0.3%, while the smallcap index rose 0.2%.

    The Indian rupee strengthened by 46 paise to open at 94.92 against the US dollar, compared with the previous close of 95.38.

    Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continued their buying momentum for the sixth consecutive session on August 4, purchasing equities worth ₹2,446 crore. Domestic institutional investors (DIIs), meanwhile, turned net sellers, offloading nearly ₹1,000 crore worth of shares.

    Sensex Outlook

    After a gap-up start, the Sensex faced selling pressure and slipped below its 200-day EMA, forming a bearish candle on the daily chart. According to Shrikant Chouhan, Head of Equity Research at Kotak Securities, the 78,100 and 78,000 levels remain strong support zones. “If the market succeeds in trading above these levels, it could retest 78,800–79,000. On the flip side, below 78,100, selling pressure may accelerate, potentially dragging the index to 77,700–77,500,” he said.

    Nifty 50 Outlook

    The Nifty 50’s broader technical structure remains constructive despite Tuesday’s sharp swings. Late-session buying helped the index close near 24,600, suggesting persistent appetite at lower levels. According to Anand Rathi, the near-term support band has moved higher to around 24,400–24,300, and the index is expected to gradually trend toward 25,000 and beyond in the coming sessions. The brokerage maintains a bullish “buy on dips” stance for the benchmark.

    Bank Nifty Outlook

    Bank Nifty continues to consolidate just below a key resistance zone of 58,500–58,600, where repeated selling pressure has emerged over recent sessions. A decisive breakout above 58,600 could open the path for a fresh rally toward the psychologically significant 60,000 level. On the downside, the 57,300–57,000 zone is seen as strong support. Traders are advised to consider fresh long positions only above 58,600, as per Anand Rathi.

    Market participants will keep a close eye on global developments, crude oil movements, and institutional flows for further direction.

    This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.

  • Indian Stock Market Opens Mixed: Nifty Dips 70 Points, Sensex Gains 395 Points

    Indian Stock Market Opens Mixed: Nifty Dips 70 Points, Sensex Gains 395 Points

    The Indian stock markets opened on a mixed note on Tuesday, following a late sharp rise in the previous session triggered by the launch of the new Closing Auction Session (CAS) framework. The Nifty 50 index opened 70.4 points or 0.28% lower at 24,703.90, while the Bank Nifty started 179 points below the previous close of 58,068.95. In contrast, the Sensex opened higher by approximately 395 points, reaching 79,132.97.

    The Indian rupee opened flat at Rs. 95.36 per dollar against Monday’s close of Rs. 95.34. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) remained net buyers in Indian equities on August 3, purchasing shares worth Rs. 922.26 crore. Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) also extended their buying activity, investing Rs. 1,571.18 crore during the same period.

    The broader market remained firm, with the Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100 indices each gaining 1.2%.

    Sensex Outlook

    Technically, the Sensex continues to maintain a positive structure, with the 77,800–77,600 range acting as the immediate support zone. According to Sachin Gupta, VP of Technical Research at Choice Equity Broking, “As long as it holds above this range, the overall trend is expected to remain bullish. On the upside, 78,300–78,500 remains the immediate resistance zone, and a sustained breakout above these levels could trigger the next leg of the rally towards 78,800–79,000.”

    Nifty 50 Outlook

    The Nifty 50 has strengthened its technical structure after breaking out of a three-month consolidation range. The index formed a strong bullish candle on the daily chart while closing above the upper boundary of its recent consolidation range. Analysts believe the breakout above the triangular consolidation pattern suggests the index could extend its rally towards the 25,000–25,200 zone over the coming sessions. Bajaj Broking Research stated, “We believe bias remains positive and dips, if any, in the coming sessions should be used as a buying opportunity. On the downside, immediate support is placed at 24,500–24,400 levels, while key short-term support is placed at the 24,200 levels, being the confluence of the key retracement of the current up move and 20-day EMA.”

    Bank Nifty Outlook

    Bank Nifty also pushed higher, extending its upward momentum and forming a strong bullish candle on the daily chart, closing above the psychologically important 58,000 level. Analysts noted that if there is a decisive breakout over the upper end of the 58,500–58,700 band, it may spark fresh buying interest and open the door for a move toward 59,300 and then 60,000. However, if the index cannot hold above 58,700, then Bank Nifty may keep consolidating inside the 57,000–58,700 area until a clearer breakout happens. On the downside, the 56,500–56,000 zone remains a crucial support area, reinforced by the confluence of the lower band of the six-week trading range, an ascending trendline, and the 52-week EMA, making it a strong demand zone. As long as the index holds above this support cluster, the broader outlook is expected to remain constructive.

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  • Indian Stock Market Surges: Sensex Jumps 788 Points, Nifty Opens Above 24,570 on Positive Cues

    Indian Stock Market Surges: Sensex Jumps 788 Points, Nifty Opens Above 24,570 on Positive Cues

    Indian equity markets opened sharply higher on Monday, driven by easing oil prices, sustained foreign institutional investor (FII) buying, a stronger rupee, and positive technical signals. The rally followed news that former President Trump signaled he would call off attacks on Iran after pressure from Middle East allies to pursue a diplomatic deal.

    Market Opening Highlights

    • Sensex: Opened 788.7 points higher at 78,883.34, compared to the previous close of 78,094.64.
    • Nifty 50: Started the session 189.1 points (approximately 0.8%) higher at 24,572.70.
    • Bank Nifty: Opened 304.75 points up.
    • Indian Rupee: Opened 25 paise stronger at Rs. 95.14 per dollar versus the previous close of Rs. 95.39.
    • FII Activity: Foreign institutional investors remained net buyers for the fourth consecutive session on July 31, purchasing Rs. 277.48 crore. Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) added Rs. 2,260.37 crore.

    Sensex Technical Outlook

    The Sensex maintains a positive technical structure, with immediate support in the 77,800–77,600 zone. As long as the index holds above this support band, the broader bullish trend is likely to remain intact.

    “On the upside, the 78,300–78,500 zone acts as immediate resistance. A sustained breakout above this range could pave the way for the next leg of the rally, with the Sensex potentially advancing toward 78,800–79,000 levels,” said Sachin Gupta, VP of Technical Research at Choice Equity Broking.

    Nifty 50 Technical Outlook

    The Nifty 50 traded within a narrow range but maintained a positive bias, ending near the 24,400 mark. The index formed a high-wave candle with a higher high and higher low on the daily chart, signaling that bullish momentum remains intact.

    “Index bias remains positive, and dips should be used as a buying opportunity for an up move toward the short-term resistance area of 24,500–24,600, which is the confluence of the high of July and April 2026. A breakout above that will signal a breakout above the three-month consolidation range and open a fresh leg of the up move toward 24,800 and 25,000 levels in the coming weeks,” said Bajaj Broking Research.

    On the downside, analysts expect immediate support in the 24,100–24,200 zone, with a stronger support base between 24,000 and 23,800.

    Bank Nifty Technical Outlook

    Bank Nifty continued to consolidate near the 57,000 level, printing its third straight high-wave candle, indicating stock-specific movement. If the price manages to push decisively above Wednesday’s high and above 57,500, fresh buying momentum may get activated, potentially pushing the index toward 58,000 and then 58,500—an area that also aligns with the upper band of the past six weeks’ consolidation.

    “On the downside, the 56,500–56,000 zone remains a crucial support area. This region is reinforced by the confluence of the lower band of the six-week trading range, an ascending trendline, and the 52-week EMA, making it a strong demand zone,” added Bajaj Broking.

    Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.

  • Indian Stock Market Opens Higher: Nifty 50 Gains 0.18%, Sensex Rises 70 Points

    Indian Stock Market Opens Higher: Nifty 50 Gains 0.18%, Sensex Rises 70 Points

    Indian equity markets opened on a positive note Wednesday, buoyed by favorable global cues. The Nifty 50 index climbed 44.3 points, or 0.18%, to open at 24,361.45, while the Bank Nifty advanced 78.4 points, or 0.14%, to start at 57,225.90. The Sensex opened at 77,998.66, approximately 70 points higher than its previous close.

    Broader Market Performance

    Midcap and smallcap indices underperformed the benchmarks, with the Midcap index falling 0.4% and the Smallcap index dropping 0.6%. The Indian rupee opened stronger by 29 paise at Rs. 95.39 per dollar on Friday, compared to the previous close of Rs. 95.68.

    Foreign and Domestic Institutional Activity

    Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) were net buyers of shares worth Rs. 3,624 crore on July 30, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net sellers of shares worth Rs. 1,864 crore. FIIs have maintained net buying over the last three sessions.

    Sensex Technical Outlook

    Technically, the Sensex traded comfortably above its 20-day simple moving average (SMA), a largely positive signal. A bullish candle on daily charts and an uptrend continuation pattern on intraday charts suggest further upside potential.

    Shrikant Chouhan, Head of Equity Research at Kotak Securities, noted: “For trend-following traders, now 77,500 would act as a key support zone. Above this, the uptrend wave is likely to continue. On the higher side, the rally could extend till 78,300-78,500. On the flip side, below 77,500, the uptrend would become vulnerable. Below this, traders may prefer to exit their long positions.”

    Nifty 50 Outlook

    The Nifty 50 continues to display a constructive technical setup, having closed above last week’s high and maintaining a pattern of higher highs and higher lows on the daily chart.

    Bajaj Broking commented: “Going ahead, bias remains positive as the index continues to form higher highs and higher lows in daily charts, and we expect the index to maintain positive bias and head towards 24,370 and 24,480 in the coming sessions. Wednesday’s gap area of (24,041-24,136) is likely to act as immediate support.”

    The benchmark index is expected to gradually move toward the crucial resistance zone of 24,500-24,600, which aligns with the current month’s high and the peak recorded in April 2026. On the downside, the brokerage sees immediate support in the 23,800-24,000 zone, where the 20-day and 50-day exponential moving averages (EMAs) converge.

    Bank Nifty Outlook

    Bank Nifty continued to consolidate around the 57,000 mark after forming its second consecutive high-wave candle, indicating stock-specific movement within a broader sideways trend.

    A decisive breakout above Wednesday’s high and the 57,500 mark could trigger fresh buying momentum and pave the way for a rally toward 58,000. However, failure to surpass 57,500 levels is likely to keep the index range-bound between 56,500-57,500. On the downside, the 56,500-56,000 zone remains a crucial support area, reinforced by the lower band of the six-week trading range, an ascending trendline, and the 52-week EMA.

    Bajaj Broking Research added: “As long as the index holds above this support cluster, the broader outlook is expected to remain constructive.”

    Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research before making any investment decisions. Analytics Insight does not provide financial advice or guidance on stocks or cryptocurrencies.