Mid-Day Market Update 12 Aug 2025: IT Gains Offset Financials, Awaiting CPI Triggers
By CapitalKeeper | Mid Day | Indian Equities | Market Moves That Matter
Indian markets trade flat mid-day on August 12, 2025 as IT stocks rally on U.S.–China trade relief, while financials lag. Nifty steady around 24,600, Bank Nifty under pressure. Investors await U.S. and domestic inflation data for policy direction and short-term momentum.
Mid-Day Market Blog – 12 August 2025
Index Snapshot
- Nifty 50: Opened at 24,563.35, currently at 24,600.80 (+37.45 pts; +0.15%)
- Bank Nifty: Opened 55,441.10, now 55,327.45 (–113.65 pts; –0.21%)
- Sensex: Opened 80,604.08, now 80,626.95 (+22.87 pts; +0.03%)
- Fin Nifty: From 26,367.50, now 26,282.25 (–85.25 pts; –0.32%)
Markets are treading cautiously mid-day, marked by modest gains in IT earnings-driven sectors while financials lag as investors await key U.S. and Indian inflation data.
Sector & Stock Highlights
Information Technology
IT stocks are showing relative strength helped by positive sentiment tied to a 90-day extension of the U.S.–China trade truce, reducing immediate tariff risks on Indian tech exports. The IT index is up around 0.75%.
Financials
Sector heavyweight financials and banking stocks are under pressure after a strong rally yesterday Fin Nifty and Bank Nifty both show slight intraday drops. Analysts remain cautious given uncertainty over RBI policy and global demand.
Market Breadth
Twelve of sixteen sectors are showing marginal gains; small- and mid-cap indices are broadly flat.
Global & Macro Drivers
Investor optimism is subdued ahead of U.S. CPI release and Indian retail inflation data. The anticipated drop in retail inflation to an eight-year low (1.76%) raises hopes for a dovish RBI move but the Fed’s decision will heavily influence sentiment globally.
Technical Outlook & Trading Strategy
Nifty: 24,600 – 24,650 Range
- Support: 24,560–24,600
- Resistance: 24,630–24,650
Momentum appears short-lived until inflation data clarifies the policy outlook. A breach above 24,650 could trigger a move toward 24,700 for nimble buyers.
Bank Nifty: Under Pressure
- Support: 55,250–55,300
- Resistance: 55,400–55,500
Financials may remain under pressure if inflation surprises.
Fin Nifty: Catching the Strain
- Support: 26,250–26,300
- Resistance: 26,350–26,400
Watch financial stocks like SBI and insurer indices for cues on potential pivot.
Intraday Trade Ideas:
- Nifty: Long near 24,560 with SL just below 24,550; target 24,650/24,700.
- Bank Nifty: Consider scalping around 55,300; stay sidelined until CPI clarity.
- IT names: Continue riding the trade relief entry around 0.5% pullbacks.
Global & Macro Highlights
- Trade Truce Boosts Tech Sentiment
The U.S.–China extension softened tariff concerns just enough to lend support to IT exporters. - Inflation in Focus
Markets await U.S. CPI for Fed rate trajectory clues. Domestically, cooling food prices suggest an opportunity for RBI easing. - Muted Market Tone
Indian markets remain rangebound, tracking Asian peers amid macro caution.
Mid-Day Market Summary
Despite a mixed start, Indian indices are holding near flat mid-session, supported by upbeat IT traction. Financials show fatigue after yesterday’s rally. Broader flows stay cautious as markets digest inflation data and trade policy updates.
Key Levels to Monitor
Nifty: 24,600–24,650
Bank Nifty: 55,300–55,400
IT Stocks: 0.5% pullbacks as potential entry points
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