Mid-Day Market Update 8 Aug 2025: Nifty & Bank Nifty Retreat, IT Under Pressure Amid Global Trade Risks
By CapitalKeeper | Mid Day | Indian Equities | Market Moves That Matter
Indian markets fall mid-day on August 8, 2025. Nifty down to 24,382, Bank Nifty below 55,200, and Sensex slips 400 pts. RBI holds rates, U.S. trade tension, and FII outflows weigh on IT and financial sectors. Explore sector analysis, key levels, and trade strategies.
Mid-Day Market Blog — August 8, 2025
Index Update (Mid-Day, 8 August 2025)
- Nifty 50: Opened at 24,544.25, now 24,427.70 (–116.55 pts; –0.48%)
- Bank Nifty: From 55,609.35 to 55,152.35 (–457 pts; –0.82%)
- Sensex: Opened 80,478.01, now 80,078.15 (–399.86 pts; –0.50%)
- Fin Nifty: From 26,379.85 to 26,230.10 (–149.75 pts; –0.57%)
Markets are under pressure mid-day, with selling visible across financials and broader indices amid renewed global concerns.
Sector-Wise Performance & Market Dynamics
Financials & Bank Nifty
Financial stocks are leading the sell-off. Bank Nifty is losing nearly 1% of its value, reflecting anxiety triggered by RBI’s rate hold and unclear policy direction. DII flows remain weak, and FII selling pressure persists.
IT & Export Sectors
IT firms and export-dependent sectors like pharma, textiles, and auto ancillaries remain under duress. Persistent U.S. tariffs (25%) and uncertain trade deal outcomes continue to weigh on margins and sentiment.
Metals, Auto, Infrastructure
These cyclical categories are also down 0.5–1% as global risk-off mood intensifies amid rising concerns over recession in developed markets.
FMCG & Defensive Plays
Defensive sectors are relatively stable. ITC and Britannia hold their ground, benefiting from safe-haven inflows, albeit with muted upside.
Technical Analysis & Intraday Setups
- Nifty: Key support zone lies at 24,400–24,450. A break below could open decline toward 24,300–24,350. Overhead resistance sits at 24,500–24,550.
- Bank Nifty: The 55,000 level is critical; below it, downside may extend to 54,800–54,900. Resistance zones are marked at 55,300–55,400.
- Fin Nifty: Key support now around 26,200, with resistance near 26,300–26,350.
Global & Macro Cues
- RBI Holds Rates Steady
The RBI kept repo rate on hold at 5.5%, citing global financial uncertainty. While inflation trends are easing, the policy remains conservative, dampening hope for rate cuts. - Earnings Reveal Cost Pressures
Q1 earnings, particularly from IT giants and banks, highlight rising cost pressure due to margin stress and forex volatility. Consumer response remains patchy. - Global Trade Tensions Resurface
Markets are rattled by fresh reports of renewed U.S.–China trade discussions stalling, reigniting safe-haven flows. This echoes in equity weakness across Asia. - FII Outflows Continue
Foreign portfolio investors have now pulled out over ₹20,000 crore this month amid rising geopolitical risks and inflation fears. - Inflation Watch
With the U.S. inflation report due later today, markets await cues that may shape global interest rate policy trajectories.
Intraday Trading Strategy
| Index / Sector | Key Levels | Strategy Insight |
|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | Support: 24,400–24,450 Resistance: 24,500–24,550 | Short below 24,450 targeting 24,350 with SL above 24,500 |
| Bank Nifty | Support: 55,000 Resistance: 55,300–55,400 | Protective short horizon with tight SL at 55,500 |
| Fin Nifty | Support: 26,200 Resistance: 26,300–26,350 | Trade breakdown from support; monitor movement carefully |
| Cyclicals (Autos, Metals) | — | Potential bounce plays if Nifty stabilizes |
| IT/Pharma | — | Maintain exposure discipline—stay underweight |
Mid-Day Outlook Summary
Indian markets are experiencing a risk-off pivot under dampened RBI rate easing hopes, persistent U.S. tariffs, and a global slowdown backdrop. Financials and IT are showing weakness, while defensive plays offer comfort. Intraday traders should watch breaches in the 24,400–24,450 band for Nifty and the 55,000 line for Bank Nifty. Recovery attempts at these levels may offer trade setups, but volatility remains high.
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