World stocks scored a third straight record high on Thursday as renewed hopes of interest rate cuts in the United States and other major economies extended a month-long global bull run. U.S. stocks closed with small gains on Tuesday, sending the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to record levels, as investors evaluated the latest comments from Federal Reserve officials for clues on the timing of a rate cut while quarterly earnings from Nvidia drew closer. India is likely to grow by 7.5 per cent in the first quarter of the current financial year, driven by rising aggregate demand and non-food spending in the rural economy, according to an article in the RBI's May Bulletin released on Tuesday. Vodafone Idea to raise Rs 2,075 crore via preferential allotment of shares to AB Group Muthoot FinCorp records highest-ever loan disbursement in FY24 at Rs 61,703 crore Glenmark unit ties up with BeiGene to market cancer drugs in India Most stocks in the Asia-Pacific region were trading mixed Nifty struggled to find a direction on May 21 as India moves closer to the election results day. At close, Nifty was up 0.12% or 27.1 points at 22529.1. The sideways move continues, and Nifty could now face resistance in the 22578-22775 band while 22198 could offer support in the near term. Indian markets could open flat to mildly higher, in line with mixed Asian markets today and positive US markets on May 21
Asian stocks got off to a shaky positive start on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve flagged delays to interest rate cuts but downplayed the prospect of further interest-rate hikes. Nifty erased all the intraday gains in the last hour of trade and ended in the negative zone in a highly volatile session on April 30. At close, The Nifty was down 0.17% or 38.6 points at 22604.9. Nifty formed a higher top and could form a higher bottom in the short term. On monthly charts, Nifty gained 1.24% for the month of April. Nifty could now face resistance at 22783 while 22447 could offer support in the near term.
Bank Nifty made a record high while Nifty is about 120 points short so far. The short-term uptrend of Nifty seems to have resumed after one day of weakness. The next upside levels to be watched are around 22726-22775 band for the near term. Immediate support is at 22447. Indian markets could open mildly higher, in line with mostly higher Asian markets today and positive US markets on Apr 29
Nifty ended lower on April 26, snapping a five-day rally. At close, Nifty was down 0.67% or 150.4 points at 22419.9. N Nifty could now remain in the 22625-22336 band for the near term. A breach of the lower band could take it to 22148. Indian markets could open higher, in line with higher Asian markets today and positive US markets on Apr 26
Nifty extended its gains for the fourth session on April 24, though it gave up a significant part of its intra-day gains. At the close, Nifty was up 0.15% or 34.4 points at 22,402.2. The movement in Nifty seems rangebound in the near term within the 22,503-22,214 band. A breach of this band could decide the future trend of the Nifty. Indian markets could open lower, in line with mostly lower Asian markets today and mixed US markets on Apr 24
US stocks recorded gains across the board on Tuesda. Tesla rose as much as 8% in after-hours trading after the company said its future vehicle lineup would include more affordable models. Easing concerns about the risk of a major re-escalation of tension in the Middle East and a focus on company earnings brought renewed risk appetite from investors. Germany returned to growth in early April after months of contraction, while activity in the broader euro zone expanded at its fastest clip in nearly a year. The U.S. economy lost momentum in April as businesses reported a decline in new orders and reduced employment for the first time since the pandemic. The flash U.S. manufacturing purchasing managers index slipped to a four-month low of 49.9 in April from 51.9 in March. The S&P flash U.S. services PMI fell to a five-month low of 50.9 this month from 51.7 in March. Nikkei led gains in Asia as markets in the region rose across the board, following Wall Street's sustained rally for a second straight day. Mastek wins a new deal from Yanbu Cement Company After reporting losses in the last two quarters, MCX earned a net profit of Rs 87.8 crore during the January-March quarter of FY24. LTIM could report revenue growth of 3% YoY to Rs 8,950 crore in Rupee terms. Nifty rose for the third session on the trot on April 23, to close at 22368, with a minor gain. Unfilled Gap between 22503 and 22427 is expected to remain a resistance zone for the Nifty in the near term. Support for the Nifty is now shifted up to 22212. Indian markets could open higher, in line with higher Asian markets today and positive US markets on Apr 23.
Nifty ended higher for the second consecutive day on April 22. At close, Nifty was up 0.86% or 189.4 points at 22336.4. The Nifty has reversed the intermediate downtrend and is now headed higher. It could in the near term stay in the 22213-22504 band. Indian markets could open flat, despite mostly higher Asian markets today and higher US markets on Apr 22
Nifty reversed a four-day losing streak to end Apr 19 higher. At close, Nifty was up 0.69% or 151.2 points at 22147. It could in the near term face resistance from the 22427-22503 band while 21710-21778 band could offer support. Indian markets could open higher, in line with mostly higher Asian markets today and despite mostly lower US markets on Apr 19
Nifty extended losses for the third consecutive day on April 16 as geopolitical concerns weighed on investor sentiments. At close, Nifty was down 0.56% or 124.6 points at 22147.9. Nifty fell with a downgap on April 16 and made a bearish candle. Nifty could continue to display weak bias in the near term and head towards 21947, while 22503 could be a strong resistance.
While the Nifty remains in an intermediate uptrend, sell off seen on Friday's, as well as anticipated fall on today's opening trade will break the nearby supports thereby leading to a short term reversal. Nifty could now head towards the next major supports of 22303-22142 in the coming sessions. The 22303 level corresponds to the previous swing low and the 22142 level corresponds to the 50 day SMA. As the intermediate uptrend is intact, we expect any correction to halt at lower levels and the intermediate uptrend to resume. The the Israel-Iran conflict, domestic and global economic macroeconomic data, crude oil prices, January-March quarter results for Q4FY24, general elections 2024,and global cues are likely to keep investors on their toes and will guide market direction this week. Indian markets to open lower, in line with lower asian markets, sharply lower US markets on 12th April and in response to hightened geo-political uncertaininties.
Nifty started new week by climbing to a fresh record high and closing level on Apr 08 led by gains in automobile stocks. With this, the market cap of BSE-listed firms crossed the Rs 400 lakh crore mark. At close, Nifty was up 0.68% or 152.6 points at 22666.3. It has formed a higher top higher bottom formation compared to the previous sessions. Nifty could now stay in the 22529-22810 band for the near term. Indian markets could open mildly higher, in line with positive Asian markets today and despite flat US markets on Apr 08
Asian stocks followed gains on Wall Street after better-than-expected US payrolls data on Friday. The focus will soon shift to US March inflation data due mid-week. Nifty recovered from early morning weakness and closed flat on April 05. At close, Nifty was down 0.9 points at 22513.7. Nifty closed flat after a 110-point high low range day on Apr 05. On weekly charts it rose 0.84%, up for the third consecutive week. A breach of this week’s low of 22304 could denote a change in trend to down. Nifty could remain in the 22453-22619 band over the near term. Indian markets could open flat to mildly higher, in line with positive Asian markets today and higher US markets on Apr 05.
Nifty ended higher in the volatile session on Apr 04 snapping a two-day losing streak. At close, Nifty was up 0.36% or 80 points at 22514.7. Nifty made a new high at 22619 but closed below the earlier high of 22529. Nifty could now remain in the 22453-22619 band for the near term. Indian markets could open lower, in line with lower Asian markets today and negative US markets on Apr 04.
Nifty ended a choppy session flat on April 03 At close, Nifty was down 0.08% or 18.7 points at 22434.7. Nifty closed nominally lower on April 03. The Nifty closes over the last three days are in a small band of 22435-22462 despite intra day volatility, suggesting tug of war between bulls and bears. Nifty will have to break the 22204-22529 band for further cues on direction.
Nifty snapped its three-day rally on April 02 despite a sharp last half hour recovery. At close, Nifty was down 0.04% or 8.7 points at 22453.3. The 22204-22529 band stays valid for the time being for the Nifty. A breach of this band could decide the future direction of Nifty. Indian markets could open lower, in line with mostly lower Asian markets today and negative US markets on Apr 02
Niftya extended the winning run on the second consecutive day on March 28 although it pared some gains in the last hour of the session. At close, Nifty was up 0.92% or 203.3 points at 22326.9. 22526 is proving tough to be breached on the up, while 21973-22180 band could provide the near term support for the markets. Indian markets could open higher, in line with mostly positive Asian markets today and higher US markets on Mar 28
Nifty recouped part of the late losses to continue its rally on March 27. At close, Nifty was up 0.54% or 118.9 points at 22123.7. Nifty formed a small candle with a high upper shadow on March 27. Nifty keeps facing selling pressure as it nears 22,200. Nifty could now remain in the 21932-22204 band for the near term.
Nifty snapped its three-day rally and ended lower on March 26 led by losses in heavy weights while broader indices ended higher. At close, Nifty was down 0.42% or 92.1 points at 22004.7. Nifty could stay in the 21793-22180 band in the near term. Indian markets could open flat to mildly lower, in line with mixed Asian markets today and despite negative US markets on Mar 26
Nifty ended on a positive note for the third consecutive session on March 22. At close, Nifty was up 0.39% or 84.8 points at 22096.8. Nifty formed a large bull candle on March 22 and ended the week higher by 0.33%. The Nifty could rise towards 22297 and later 22527 over the coming few sessions while the 21860-21875 band could offer support. Indian markets could open flat to mildly lower, in line with mixed Asian markets today and despite negative US markets on Mar 25
Nifty ended higher for the fifth straight session, after hitting an all-time high on the intraday charts. At close, Nifty was up 0.37% or 81.6 points at 22122.3. Nifty could face resistance from 22187 while 21954 could offer support in the near term.