Pre Market Research Report - Date :- 20 August 2025

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Indian Market Closing Update on last session

Sensex gained 371 points (+0.46%), closing at 81,644.39; Nifty 50 rose 104 points (+0.42%) to settle at 24,980.65, just shy of the 25,000 mark.

The rally was led by Reliance Industries (+2%), along with strength in auto, telecom, and energy stocks, supported by optimism around GST reforms and easing global tensions.

Broader markets outperformed: both mid-cap and small-cap indices advanced about 1%, showing strong participation beyond large caps.

Sectoral performance :

• Biggest gainer – Printing & Stationery (+5%), followed by Engineering Services, Cables, and Jewellery.

• Weakness – Castings, Forgings & Fasteners (-1%).

• Market sentiment stayed positive for the fourth straight session, with investors showing confidence in reforms and selective sectoral strength.

Market Overview & Trend (Nifty 50 & Bank Nifty)

NIFTY 50 : The index found strong support near 24,450 and rebounded sharply. It has crossed above the 50 EMA and 200 EMA, showing short-term bullish momentum. Immediate resistance is placed around 25,050–25,100, while support is near 24,800. Sustaining above the 200 EMA could extend the rally toward higher levels.

NIFTY-50 CHART

BANK NIFTY : Bank Nifty is trading near 55,865, showing recovery after testing the 0.618 Fibonacci support around 55,859. Upside resistance is seen at 56,130 – 56,400, followed by major resistance near 56,700. On the downside, support remains strong at 55,750 – 55,500. Sustaining above the 200 EMA will be crucial for further bullish momentum.

BANK NIFTY CHART

 

Sector-wise Trend Outlook

• IT Sector Trend Outlook : Trading with a mixed bias as global tech demand remains steady; support-based buying may emerge at lower levels.

• Auto Sector Trend Outlook : Positive momentum continues, supported by strong festive demand expectations and improving sales trends.

• Banking Sector Trend Outlook : Showing signs of consolidation; sustainability above key resistance levels could trigger fresh upside, while downside is limited near strong supports.

TOP5 VOLUME SHOKERS IN NIFTY

SCRIPT NAME	LTP	5 DAYS AVERAGE VOL.	CURRENT VOL.	VOL +/-
BAJAJ-AUTO	8795.50	418513.60	1052384	633870.40
TATAMOTORS	700.25	11304367.00	19440384	8136017.00
INFY	1440.00	9399904.60	3986094	-5413810.60
APOLLOHOSP	7823.50	887853.40	384598	-503255.40
GRASIM	2830.00	833544.80	372899	-460645.80

BASED ON OPEN INTEREST - LONG BUILD UP & SHORT BUILD UP

LONG BUILD UP

SCRIPT NAME	LTP	SPOT	CHNG IN PRICE	CHNG OI (%)	CURRENT VOL.
IDEA 28-Aug-2025 FUT	6.61	6.58	0.15	100.00	4294967295
IDFCFIRSTB 28-Aug-2025 FUT	71.45	71.28	1.49	0.68	387073575
ETERNAL 28-Aug-2025 FUT	321.05	321.00	5.70	4.29	235045550
GMRAIRPORT 28-Aug-2025 FUT	90.92	90.42	0.56	0.62	179599275
TATASTEEL 28-Aug-2025 FUT	159.41	159.20	0.84	0.14	172936500

SHORT BUILD UP RT BUILD UP

SCRIPT NAME	LTP	SPOT	CHNGIN PRICE	CHNG OI (%)	CURRENT VOL.
BEL 28-Aug-2025 FUT	380.60	380.50	-3.20	2.90	116442450
HDFCBANK 28-Aug-2025 FUT	1994.50	1991.70	-14.30	3.42	101020150
NTPC 28-Aug-2025 FUT	336.40	335.30	-0.90	0.29	96459000
BAJFINANCE 28-Aug-2025 FUT	904.10	902.95	-4.30	1.36	87996750
COALINDIA 28-Aug-2025 FUT	381.10	385.90	-2.45	1.29	71948250

Small Cap & Midcap Technical Picks :- The chart of Force Motors (FORCEMOT NSE) shows a strong uptrend on the daily timeframe. Prices are trading well above the 50-day and 200-day moving averages, confirming sustained bullish momentum. Higher highs and higher lows formation indicates strong trend continuation. Short-term moving averages are also supporting the rally, showing strong buying interest on every dip. Immediate resistance is seen near 22,300, while support lies around 18,500–18,800 levels. The stock remains in a bullish trajectory as long as it sustains above its key moving averages.

ITD Cementation : The chart of ITD Cementation (ITDCEM NSE) shows a strong uptrend after a long consolidation phase. The stock gave a sharp breakout above ₹500, rallying towards ₹950 before facing profit booking. Currently, prices are consolidating near ₹790–800 levels, with the 50-day moving average acting as immediate support. The 200-day moving average around ₹600–620 remains a strong base, confirming long-term bullish structure. As long as the stock sustains above ₹720, further upside towards ₹900–950 is possible, while a breakdown below ₹720 could invite weakness.

Market News & Sentiment

• Global cues remain mixed as investors weigh US Fed’s stance on interest rates and global growth concerns.

• Domestic markets are seeing selective buying in large-cap stocks, while mid- and small-cap segments are showing volatility.

• Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) activity remains muted, creating caution, whereas retail participation is supporting momentum.

• Overall sentiment is sideways to slightly positive, with traders awaiting fresh triggers from upcoming economic data and corporate earnings.

• The government aims to more than double rooftop solar installations to 4 million by March 2026 under the PM Surya Ghar Mut Bijli Yojana’s utility-led aggregation model.

• Goods and services tax (GST) cuts are expected to lift e-commerce sales by 15-20%, with simplified rates boosting festive demand across electronics, FMCG, and quick-commerce platforms.

• India’s telecom sector is set for 12-14% operating profit growth in FY26, driven by rising data usage, 5G expansion, higher average revenue per user (ARPU), and lower capex, boosting free cash flow and debt reduction.

• India’s tourism and hospitality sector is set to soar, with revenues exceeding US$ 59 billion by 2028, driven by domestic travel, luxury hotels, weddings, and business tourism. 

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