Mid‑Day Market Update 4 Aug 2025: Nifty & Sensex Rebound, Auto and Metals Lead, IT Remains Weak
By CapitalKeeper | Mid Day | Indian Equities | Market Moves That Matter
Indian markets bounce mid‑day on August 4, 2025 after five consecutive weekly losses. Nifty surges to 24,720 and Bank Nifty steady near 55,600. Auto and metal stocks lead gains while IT weakens amid U.S. tariff shock. Key sector cues, technical levels, and drivers explained.
📊 Index Snapshot (Mid‑Day, August 4)
- Nifty 50: Opened at 24,596.05, currently at 24,719.85 (+123.80 pts; +0.50%)
- Bank Nifty: Opened at 55,557.50, now 55,557.50 (flat)
- Sensex: From 80,765.83 to 81,005.50 (+239.67 pts; +0.30%)
- Fin Nifty: Opened at 26,507.20, now 26,511.15 (+3.95 pts; +0.02%)
Benchmark indices have reversed early losses, showing signs of stabilization amid bargain buying.
🔍 Sector Trends & Movers
🚗 Auto & Metals
- Auto and metal stocks led today’s rally. Key names like Hero MotoCorp, TVS Motor, and JSW Steel jumped 1–2%, contributing to positive breadth in domestic cyclicals.
🏦 Financials & Fin Nifty
- Financial indices remain flat. Banking names are consolidating near session lows—investor focus remains on RBI’s rate decision and liquidity outlook.
🛢️ IT & Export‑Linked Sectors
- Technology and pharmaceutical stocks continue under pressure as U.S. 25% tariffs on Indian goods weigh on export-oriented revenue visibility and margin forecasts.
🛒 FMCG & Defensive Plays
- Hindustan Unilever (HUL) rose 4% after encouraging Q1 volumes, fueling strength in the broader FMCG segment. Consumer staples remain defensive anchors.
📈 Technical Analysis
- Nifty made a strong recovery toward 24,720, with support now at 24,650–24,670 and resistance in the 24,750–24,800 zone.
- Bank Nifty is holding between 55,500–55,600. It needs to break above 55,650 to resume upward momentum.
- Fin Nifty remains range-bound around 26,510, with key support near 26,450 and resistance at 26,550–26,600.
🌍 Key Global & Macro Developments
- Longest Weekly Losses End: This week marked India’s fifth consecutive weekly decline—the longest in two years. Bargain buying and hopes of rate cuts supported today’s bounce.
- U.S.–India Tariff Shock Continues: The U.S. has rolled out 25% duties on Indian exports. Export-heavy sectors are under pressure, though some see it as negotiating leverage rather than final policy.
- Fed Rate-Cut Expectations: Sluggish U.S. labor data has spurred markets to price in a 90% chance of Fed rate cuts in September, which is providing risk-on currency and equity tailwinds across Asia.
- RBI Policy in Focus: RBI is expected to hold rates at its upcoming August 6 meeting but signaling room for cuts if growth weakens further.
- Market Structure Reforms: SEBI is proposing structural changes in the derivatives market to curb manipulative trading—news may impact volatility and retail participation.
🔔 Intraday Watchlist & Trade Ideas
| Index / Sector | Key Levels | Outlook |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty | Support: 24,650–24,670 Resistance: 24,750–24,800 | Long near support, target 24,800 |
| Bank Nifty | Support: 55,500–55,600 Resistance: 55,650–55,700 | Reclaim above 55,650 to resume trend |
| Fin Nifty | Support: 26,450 Resistance: 26,550–26,600 | Watch financial names for breakout cues |
| Auto / Metals | Momentum sustained across counters | Opportunity in retracement entries |
| IT / Pharma | Watch for continued downside pressure | Ideal for short setups or hedged exposure |
✅ Mid‑Day Summary
After posting the longest weekly decline in two years, markets are rebounding on bargain buying, especially in autos and metals. Defensive FMCG names like HUL remain firm, while IT and pharma continue to underperform amid tariff fears. Watch for RBI signals and U.S. labor/dollar dynamics for the next leg of direction. Key levels for focus: Nifty 24,650–24,800, Bank Nifty 55,600–55,700, and Fin Nifty 26,450–26,600.
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