Mid-Day Market Update 21 Aug 2025: Financials & Reliance Drive Rally, Nifty Eyes 25,150
By CapitalKeeper | Mid Day | Indian Equities | Market Moves That Matter
Indian markets surge sixth day on August 21, 2025 as insurers rally, Reliance gains, and banks strengthen. Nifty trades near 25,115. Structural reforms, FII flows, and Jackson Hole loom over equities. Sector dynamics and charts included.
Mid-Day Market Update – August 21, 2025
Market Snapshot (Mid-Day)
- Nifty 50: Opened at 25,142.00, now 25,114.30, day’s high: 25,145.70
- Bank Nifty: Open at 55,972.05, now 55,805.15, high: 55,993.65
- Sensex: From 81,671.47 to 81,905.10, high: 81,911.22
- Fin Nifty: Opened 26,624.10, now 26,589.00, high: 26,641.80
The market extends its winning streak into the sixth consecutive session, lifted by gains in financials, Reliance Industries, and broad-based mid/small cap momentum. the supportive macro tailwinds, the outlook is constructive especially if markets sustain beyond key resistance zones.
Sector-Wise Movement & Key Catalysts
Financials & Insurance Stocks
The financial segment is outperforming, driven by a government proposal to exempt health and life insurance premiums from taxes. Top insurers—HDFC Life, ICICI Prudential, SBI Life, and Niva Bupa—are leading the gains. Overall, financials are up 0.5%.
Energy & Reliance Industries
Reliance Industries rose 1.2%, fueling strength in the oil & gas sector (+0.8%). This follows favorable global energy cues and strong institutional outlook from analysts.
Small & Mid-Cap Leaders
Small- and mid-cap indices continue strong performance. Jupiter Wagons surged 12% on a large order win, while Prince Pipes jumped 6.3% after an upgraded investment rating.
IT Sector Pressure
Contrasting the broad rally, IT stocks are under mild pressure, falling 0.2% as investors await signals from Fed Chair Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole.
Structural Market Reform Buzz
SEBI is considering raising tenure for equity derivatives contracts to curb speculative short-termism, reflecting ongoing structural reforms in market regulation. This sent shares of BSE and Angel One down up to 6%.
Currency Movement
The rupee gained strength mid-day as foreign banks increased dollar-selling activity, helping offset concerns from modest FII equity outflows earlier this week.
Tech Picture & Intraday Trade Zones
Nifty
- Support: 25,050–25,080
- Resistance: 25,150–25,200
Bank Nifty
- Support: 55,800–55,850
- Resistance: 56,000–56,100
Fin Nifty
- Support: 26,550–26,600
- Resistance: 26,650–26,700
Strategic Play:
- Nifty: Buy near 25,080 with stop-loss at 25,050; target 25,200+
- Bank Nifty: Enter long near 55,850 and trail stop for 56,100
- Keep an eye on mid-cap breakouts like Jupiter Wagons for spirited trades
Macro & Global Market Tailwinds
- GST Reform Optimism
GST-era reforms coupled with the S&P upgrade continue to underpin bullish sentiment, reinforcing domestic fiscal confidence. - Global Macro Watch
As markets await clarity from Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, moderate optimism prevails amid easing oil tailwinds. - Foreign Flows
FII equity outflows continue modestly, but DIIs extended their buying streak—purchasing for the 32nd consecutive session. - Structural Market Reform
SEBI’s move to lengthen derivative contract tenure aims to reduce volatility and foster long-horizon investment behavior.
Mid-Day Verdict & Forecast
Sentiment remains upbeat as structural policy signals, reform optimism, and key sectoral leadership chip in. Nifty breaching 25,100 and Bank Nifty holding above 55,800 would confirm continuation. Watch for Powell’s speech and migration of flows into consumption and financials for next leg of gains.
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