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    Nifty is a market index that was introduced by the National Stock Exchange in April 1996. It’s a blend of two words-National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Fifty. It is a benchmark Indian stock market index that represents the weighted average of 50 of the largest Indian companies listed on the National Stock Exchange.It is one of the two main stock indices used in India, the other being the BSE SENSEX. The base value of the index has been set at 1000 and the base capital of Rs 2.06 trillion. It was initially calculated on a full market capitalization methodology but in 2009 the computation was changed to a free float methodology. The base period for the NIFTY 50 index is November 3 1995, which marked the completion of one year of operations of the National Stock Exchange Equity Market Segment. Nifty 50 index has shaped up to be the largest consisting of exchange-traded funds (onshore and offshore) and exchange-traded options at NSE. It is the world’s most actively traded contract. As of April 2021, the index covers 13 sectors of the Indian Economy and offers investment managers exposure to the Indian market in one portfolio. It also has sectoral indices like NIFTY Bank, NIFTY IT, NIFTY Auto, NIFTY Pharma etc. More

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    • Daily Voice: Rohit Sarin expects financials, consumer discretionary sectors to drive equity markets in 2026

      Rohit Sarin's preference for 2026 is tilted toward large-cap stocks. This is primarily because large caps are currently more favourably valued relative to mid- and small-cap stocks.

    • Technical View: Nifty likely to hit 26,250 as long as 25,900 holds amid thin year-end volumes, say experts

      Market participants cited foreign fund outflows and the absence of major domestic triggers for the cautious sentiment.

    • Live: Nifty slips below 26,100-mark but ends the week marginally higher | Closing Bell

      Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Aamar Deo Singh-Sr Vice President, Angelone and Sandeep Bagla, CEO, TRUST Mutual Fund.

    • Sensex settles 350 pts lower, Nifty below 26,050: FII selling among key factors behind market fall

      Sensex and Nifty declined, driven primarily by continued foreign fund outflows and rising crude oil prices.

    • Live: Will Nifty continue to struggle to mount above 26,200? | Opening Bell

      The Nifty extended its consolidation amid holiday-thinned volumes, struggling to sustain levels above 26,200. Early gains faded as selling pressure emerged after mid-session, dragging the index to close near the day’s low, down 35 points at 26,142. IT stocks remained a key drag for the second straight session following H-1B visa rule changes, while media, realty and metal stocks outperformed in an otherwise weak market. Broader markets were mixed, with midcaps declining and smallcaps edging higher. This morning, global cues were largely positive. Asian markets open positive amid holiday-thinned trade, while US markets ticked higher overnight. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Nilesh Jain, Head VP- Derivative and Technical Research, Centrum Broking and Mayuresh Joshi, Director - Research, Marketsmithindia.com.

    • Chartist Talk: Milan Vaishnav expects Nifty 50, Bank Nifty to hit fresh highs soon; bullish on Nifty IT & these 7 stocks

      Milan Vaishnav believes the Nifty IT Index is breaking out from a multi-month consolidation and may inch meaningfully higher from current levels.

    • First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade

      On December 24, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold equities worth Rs 1,721 crore, extending their selling streak for the third consecutive session, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased equities of Rs 2,381 crore, providing a cushion to the market.

    • Daily Voice: Sandeep Bagla flags earnings recovery as key 2026 challenge; sees gold, silver rally continuing on inflation risks

      Banks and financial services are relatively safer investment options for 2026 as the credit costs are low, monetary easing is underway and valuations are reasonable, said Sandeep Bagla.

    • Trading Plan: Will Nifty 50 defend 26,100, Bank Nifty hold above 59,000 amid ongoing consolidation?

      As long as the Nifty 50 defends the 26,100–26,000 support zone, a move toward 26,250–26,400 remains possible despite ongoing consolidation.

    • Trade setup for December 26: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell

      According to experts, the consolidation may continue for one or two more sessions; however, they remain hopeful of an upward journey toward the 26,300 and 26,500 levels in Nifty 50 in the short term, given the positive technical and momentum indicators.

    • Daily Voice: Avinash Agarwal explains why real estate sector can be a good contra bet for 2026

      Avinash Agarwal believes 2026 will be much better for the mid and small-cap segment given that the earnings growth is expected to improve and the full benefit of rate cuts, GST reforms, and other announcements will flow into the economy.

    • Stock market holiday today: BSE, NSE to remain shut for Christmas

      On December 24, the Indian equity indices ended with marginal losses, following a volatile trading session marked by muted volumes ahead of the Christmas holiday.

    • After a year of consolidation, Motilal Oswal expects markets to deliver steady growth in 2026: Check its favourite sectors

      2025 proved to be a year of consolidation and recalibration for Indian equity markets, marked by intermittent volatility and global headwinds, Motilal Oswal Financial Services said.

    • Technical View: Hope for rebound remains as long as Nifty defends 26,000 amid consolidation as VIX hits new closing low

      The monthly options data suggested a resistance range of 26,200–26,500, with crucial support at 26,000 for the Nifty 50.

    • Taking Stock: Sensex, Nifty down marginally amid volatility; FMCG, PSU Bank, pharma drag

      The market will remain shut on Thursday, December 25 on account of Christmas.

    • Live: Nifty directionless on Christmas eve, slips below 26,150 | Closing Bell

      Sensex, Nifty at day's low as selling pressure persists; pharma, IT weigh. Benchmark indices extended losses in late afternoon trade, with the Sensex and Nifty slipping over 0.1 percent amid sustained selling pressure. Weakness in pharma, IT and select FMCG heavyweights continued to drag the market, while gains in autos, healthcare and a few infrastructure stocks offered limited support. Market breadth stayed firmly negative, underscoring a cautious tone as the session progressed.

    • Citi sees Indian banks to report modest Q3 profit growth; check key levels for Bank Nifty

      Bank Nifty: Citi placed a 90-day positive catalyst watch on HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank, while downgrading Federal Bank to "neutral" after a sharp rally.

    • Sensex settles 300 pts lower from day’s high, Nifty ends below 26,150: 3 key reasons behind market decline

      Sensex, Nifty see profit booking in select sectors amid continued selling by foreign institutional investors.

    • Sensex gains 300 pts from day's low, Nifty above 26,200: Positive global cues among key factors behind market rise

      Sensex, Nifty rose as value buying was seen in select sectors after early declines, as brokerages are upbeat on better returns in 2026.

    • Closing Bell: Sensex sheds 116 pts, Nifty below 26,150; media gains, IT drags

      Trent, Shriram Finance, Apollo Hospitals, UltraTech Cement, Adani Ports were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Interglobe Aviation, Wipro, Dr Reddy's Labs, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles. Except media and metal, all other sectoral indices ended in the red with Information Technology, Oil & Gas, Pharma, PSU Bank down 0.4% each. The BSE midcap index was down 0.4 percent and smallcap index ended flat.

    • First Tick: Top global cues to watch in today’s trade

      Gold surged to break above the psychological milestone of $4,500 an ounce on Wednesday for the first time, as safe-haven demand and expectations of rate cuts kept bullion a favored asset.

    • Daily Voice: Sanjay Chawla favours consumer discretionary, healthcare; earnings growth to improve in Q3 FY26

      IT and healthcare appear promising at this juncture which are both export-oriented, said Sanjay Chawla.

    • Trading Plan: Can Nifty convincingly scale above 26,200, Bank Nifty surpass the 59,400 hurdle?

      If the Nifty 50 gives a convincing close above 26,200, the levels of 26,325 (record high), followed by 26,500, cannot be ruled out. However, 26,000 is acting as the immediate key support, followed by 25,800.

    • Trade setup for December 24: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell

      The immediate hurdle is placed at 26,200, and sustaining above it is required for a sharp market run. Until then, consolidation may be seen in the Nifty 50, with immediate key support at 26,000.

    • Technical View: Bulls hold fort despite consolidation; 26,200 key for further upside in Nifty; India VIX at fresh closing low

      The India VIX hit a fresh record closing low of 9.38, down 3.07 percent, offering reassurance to the prevailing bullish sentiment. So far this month, the VIX has fallen 19.28 percent.

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