Nifty surged past the 26,200 mark for the first time since September 2024, while Nifty Bank hit a fresh record high, driving market optimism. Heavyweights like Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank were among the top contributors to the index’s gains. Sectorally, defence, financials, and oil & gas indices led the rally. However, broader markets lagged behind, with overall market breadth remaining negative. Catch Nandita Khemka and Yatin Mota as they discuss stocks on radar.
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Global cues lift sentiment as Nifty and Sensex eye a positive start on November 20, with traders watching 26,150 as a resistance
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The Nifty 50 finally hit the brakes after a six-session winning streak, slipping below the psychological 26,000 mark on the back of profit-booking. But with the index still holding well above all its key moving averages, the broader trend remains firmly in favour of the bulls. Global cues are mixed with Wall Street plunging ahead of Nvidia earnings later today and Nikkei seeing a mild rebound after yesterday’s sharp fall. GIFT Nifty signals a mildly higher start. In today’s episode, we decode whether this is just a brief consolidation phase or the start of a deeper pullback. We break down the critical levels to watch — from the immediate resistance at 26,100 to the support zones at 25,800–25,700 and the crucial 25,500 mark. We also track the action in top stocks including HUL and Infosys, and Tenneco Clean Air makes its D-Street debut today. Join Nandita Khemka in an in-depth conversation with Ajit Mishra, SVP – Research at Religare Broking, and Yogesh Patil, Equity CIO at LIC Mutual Fund, as they share insights on the index setup, sectoral moves, trading ideas and the cues that could shape the market trajectory from here. Whether you're a trader or a long-term investor, this episode gives you the complete roadmap for the day ahead.
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The Nifty 50 extended its uptrend for a second week, with momentum indicators supporting the rally. A sustained move above 26,000 could push the index toward the October peak at 26,100 and then the record high of 26,277. Key support sits at 25,900–25,800. The Bank Nifty hit uncharted territory at 59,000, with the next upside markers at 59,300 and 59,500, while support lies at 58,600 and 58,000. On November 17, the Nifty gained 103 points to close at 26,013, and the Bank Nifty surged 445 points to 58,963. Market breadth was marginally positive with 1,480 stocks advancing versus 1,412 declining on the NSE. Globally, Wall Street closed sharply lower on tech weakness amid renewed AI jitters— the Dow tumbled over 550 points, and the Nasdaq dropped nearly 200. Asian markets are trading largely in the red, mirroring US cues, as tensions between China and Japan weigh on sentiment. The GIFT Nifty signals a weak start for Indian equities. A heavy day of block deals may add volatility, with Blackstone likely to offload a 9.5% stake in Mphasis. Large trades are also expected in Paytm, Emcure Pharma, Zinka Logistics and PhysicsWallah makes its D-street debut today. Catch Nandita Khemka in conversation with Jay Thakkar, Head Derivatives and Quant Research, ICICI Securities and Feroze Azeez, Joint CEO, Anand Rathi Wealth.
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Bulls Reclaim 26,000; Can Nifty Hold Above This Key Mark?. Bank Nifty Hits New Peak, Scales 59,000. PSU Banks Lead The Rally. Broad-based Gains: All Sectors In The Green Midcaps Outperform; Market Breadth Positive Autos, Realty & FMCG In Buying Mode. Groww Enters The Rs 1 Lakh Cr Market Cap Club. Catch Nandita Khemka and Yatin Mota in conversation with Sandip Agarwal, Fund Manager, Sowilo Investment Managers and Vishnu Kant Upadhyay, Assistant Vice President – Research & Advisory at Master Capital Services Limited
The Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty ended the week (Nov 14) on a strong note, closing above the previous week’s highs with supportive technical and momentum signals. For the Nifty 50, sustaining above Friday’s peak near 26,000 could open the door to 26,100 and then 26,300, while key support lies at 25,800–25,700. Bank Nifty, meanwhile, must clear 58,600 for an upside toward 59,000 and fresh record territory, with 58,100–58,000 acting as immediate support. With earnings season behind us and Bihar polls out of the way, markets will track developments on the India–US trade deal. Stocks in focus today include Tata Motors (PV) post the JLR guidance cut, Max Healthcare, and IRB Infra. Catch Nandita Khemka in conversation with Rajesh Palviya of Axis Securities and market veteran Ajay Bagga for the full market setup.
The Nifty snapped its four-day winning streak, slipping below 25,800, while the Sensex fell nearly 400 points. Midcaps cooled off even as smallcaps managed to stay in the green. The IT sector emerged as the worst performer of the day, with auto and metal stocks also coming under pressure. In contrast, pharma and PSU bank stocks showed resilience in an otherwise tepid market. Despite the day’s weakness, the Nifty ended the week on a positive note, breaking its two-week losing run with a 1% gain. IT was the top sectoral performer over the week, while defence and pharma stocks also shone. However, FMCG and realty counters witnessed muted sentiment during the week.
Foreign investors sharply reduced their holdings in Indian equities to the lowest level in over 15 years, even as domestic mutual funds and DIIs continued to strengthen their ownership across the market.
The Nifty ended flat amid high volatility on Thursday ahead of the Bihar election results, facing stiff resistance near the 26,000 mark after early gains faded. Asian Paints, Hindalco, and IndiGo were among the top gainers, while Tata Motors and M&M saw selling pressure. Sectorally, Metal, Realty, and Pharma indices outperformed, while PSU Bank and FMCG declined. The broader markets underperformed, with both the Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100 falling 0.4% each. Globally, investors await key US inflation and jobs data for further cues. This morning, global cues were weak. US markets ended lower overnight as investors rotated out of tech stocks. Asian markets also started the day on a negative note, tracking losses in Wall Street. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Raja Venkatraman, Co-Founder - NeoTrader & Trading Influencer and Kuunal Shah, Associate Fund Manager, Carnelian Capital.
The markets ended the session on a mixed note, with the Sensex slipping 300 points from the day’s high, while the Nifty held flat above 25,900 as India VIX eased, indicating reduced volatility. IT and auto stocks reversed early gains, dragging the benchmarks off their peaks, even as metal stocks lent some support to the indices. The broader markets remained mixed, with midcaps trading in the green, showing some resilience. The Bank Nifty cooled off from record highs, reflecting mild profit booking in financials. Among the Nifty 50 gainers were Asian Paints, Hindalco, and IndiGo, while Eternal, ONGC, and Shriram Finance featured among the top losers.
The Nifty extended its rally for the third straight session, ending near the day’s high with a gain of 180 points after a strong gap-up opening. Asian Paints, Adani Enterprises, and Tech Mahindra led the gains, while Tata Motors, Tata Steel, and Shriram Finance witnessed profit-taking. Sectorally, IT, Auto, and Pharma outperformed, whereas Metal and Realty indices lagged behind. Broader markets moved in tandem, with both the Midcap and Smallcap indices rising 0.8%. Optimism over a potential US trade deal and exit polls indicating an NDA win in Bihar lifted sentiment, even as investors turned their focus to key global data and upcoming Q2 results from major companies. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Chandan Taparia, Senior Vice President, Head - Derivatives & Technical Research , Motilal Oswal and Karan Aggarwal, Co-founder & CIO, Elever.
Bulls drive Nifty above 25,850 as the index extends gains for the third consecutive day. The Sensex surges 600 points while India VIX eases 3%, reflecting improved market sentiment. Broader markets remain resilient with overall breadth staying positive. IT, auto, and consumer durable stocks shine, contributing to the rally, while FMCG and metal counters witness some pressure. Tata Motors CV shares fall after a 28% premium listing, whereas Groww shares remain resilient following a 14% premium debut. The momentum in equities highlights strong investor confidence amid supportive global cues.
The Nifty rebounded sharply from the day’s low to end near the session high, recovering most of last week’s losses with a 121-point gain. Positive global cues lifted market sentiment, with 40 of the 50 Nifty stocks closing higher. Gains were led by IT, auto, and metal stocks, while PSU banks and realty counters dragged. The midcap index hit a record high, even as the smallcap index slipped marginally. Investors remained focused on key earnings from HAL, Asian Paints, and Tata Steel. This morning, global cues were xxx. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Jay Thakkar, Head Derivatives and Quant Research, ICICI Securities and Rishi Kohli, CIO, JioBlackRock Asset Management Company.
The Nifty extended its rebound and ended higher by 82 points, snapping its three-day losing streak. The index traded in a narrow range between 25,500 and 25,650 levels through the session. Broader markets outperformed, with midcap and smallcap indices gaining more than the benchmarks. Sectorally, IT, pharma, and metal indices closed in the green, while media, realty, and FMCG ended lower. IT and pharma stocks rose over 1% each on improved sentiment. This morning, global cues were xxx. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Ajit Mishra, SVP - Research, Religare Broking and Vipul Bhowar, Senior Director, Head of Equities, Waterfield Advisors.
A technocrat from IIT Bombay and IIM Calcutta, Chauhan is a founding member of the NSE and has been involved in the automation of stock markets in India since 1992.
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Nifty extended losses for the third straight session, trading below its 50-day exponential moving average (EMA) and signalling continued weakness in the market. Among sectors, Nifty Metal and PSU Bank indices led the gainers, while consumer durables, IT, and FMCG stocks were the top laggards. Meanwhile, Groww’s Rs 6,600 crore IPO witnessed strong investor interest, getting subscribed nearly 15 times. This morning, global cues were positive. Asian markets started the week on a higher note, while US futures edged higher as lawmakers moved closer to ending government shutdown. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Rajesh Palviya, Senior Vice President Research (Head Technical & Derivatives) at Axis Securities and Manoj Bahety, Founder & Fund Manager, Carnelian Asset Management.
Chauhan said this shift could place India in a sweet spot, the same way India became one of the largest winners in the global IT cycle despite not inventing chips, languages or core infrastructure.
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Top strategists see selective opportunities in financials, construction, and IT stocks as India’s markets enter a mature bull phase.
NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan says India’s investor base has surged to 12 crore, reflecting a digital and middle-class driven equity revolution over the past decade.