Opening Bell 26 August 2025 – Nifty, Bank Nifty Resistance & Support Levels, Sector Outlook, and Intraday Stocks
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Read the Opening Bell report for 26 August 2025. Nifty support at 24,850 and resistance at 25,050; Bank Nifty resistance at 55,400, support at 54,800. Sector-wise outlook, global cues, and top intraday stock picks included.
🔔 Opening Bell 26 August 2025 – Nifty, Bank Nifty & Sector Outlook
📊 Market Recap – 25 August 2025
The Indian stock market closed on a mixed yet resilient note yesterday. Despite global uncertainty, domestic markets recovered from intraday lows, with institutional inflows providing stability.
- Nifty 50: Opened at 24,899.50, closed at 24,967.75 (+0.39%)
- Bank Nifty: Opened at 54,999.05, closed at 55,139.30 (+0.25%)
- Sensex: Opened at 81,368.79, closed at 81,635.91 (+0.33%)
- Fin Nifty: Opened at 26,244.35, closed at 26,306.90 (+0.24%)
The recovery in IT, FMCG, and select banking stocks lifted the benchmarks, though midcaps witnessed some profit-booking after the recent rally.
🔎 Technical Outlook – 26 August 2025
Nifty 50 Levels
- Resistance: 25,050
- Support: 24,850 (critical), below which weakness may deepen toward 24,700
- Trend: Sideways to mildly bullish as long as 24,850 holds
🔹 Yesterday’s close above 24,950 hints at buying interest around support zones, but momentum needs a decisive breakout above 25,050 for the next leg up.
Bank Nifty Levels
- Resistance: 55,400
- Support: 54,800
- Trend: Consolidation with bullish bias above 55,000
🔹 Bank Nifty continues to respect the 55,000 psychological level. PSU banks remain in focus, while private lenders may see rotational buying.
Sensex Levels
- Resistance: 81,950
- Support: 81,200
- Trend: Broadly positive; banking + FMCG leadership keeping momentum intact.
Fin Nifty Levels
- Resistance: 26,500
- Support: 26,150
- Trend: Neutral; needs IT + financials to sustain higher levels.
🌍 Global Cues
- US Markets: Dow Jones and S&P500 ended flat as Fed minutes signaled caution on further rate hikes. Nasdaq gained slightly on tech optimism.
- Asian Markets: Mixed trade as Japan’s Nikkei fell on profit-taking, while Hang Seng showed recovery in tech and EV plays.
- Crude Oil: Brent steady at $82.3/barrel, providing relief for India’s import bill.
- Dollar Index (DXY): Hovering near 103.5, indicating cautious foreign flows.
- FIIs & DIIs: Positive momentum seen yesterday with fresh inflows. FIIs continue to rotate into IT and banking.
🏦 Sector-Wise Outlook
1️⃣ Banking & Financials
- Stable outlook; PSU banks may outperform.
- Private banks in range but likely to see stock-specific action (HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank).
2️⃣ IT & Technology
- Benefiting from Nasdaq cues.
- TCS, Coforge, Infosys remain on radar for short-term momentum.
3️⃣ Pharma & Healthcare
- Defensive buying seen; Divis Labs, Sun Pharma, Dr. Reddy’s could extend momentum.
4️⃣ FMCG
- Showing resilience as consumption demand remains strong. HUL, ITC in focus.
5️⃣ Metals & Commodities
- Global demand concerns capping upside. Vedanta, Tata Steel may see volatility.
6️⃣ Auto & Mobility
- Positive momentum in EV + PV segments. Hero MotoCorp, Tata Motors, and M&M look stable.
📌 Intraday Stocks to Watch – 26 August 2025
1. State Bank of India (SBIN)
- Setup: Above ₹831, expect upside move; below ₹816, weakness may emerge.
- Levels: Watch for sustained breakout above ₹831 for bullish continuation.
2. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
- CMP: ₹3,130 approx.
- Targets: 3,138 → 3,160 → 3,189 → 3,214 → 3,270
- Stop-Loss: Strict at ₹3,030
- View: Buy-on-dips with strict risk management.
3. Coforge
- CMP: ₹1,760+
- Targets: 1,770 → 1,810 → 1,830 → 1,860+
- Stop-Loss: ₹1,680
- View: Momentum likely above 1,755–1,760 zone.
📈 FII–DII Data (Latest)
- FII: Net buyers for second consecutive session.
- DII: Supported domestic liquidity with consistent inflows.
- Institutional support remains a key driver for market resilience around support levels.
🚦 Strategy for Traders – 26 August 2025
- Nifty traders: Focus on 24,850 as critical support.
- Above 25,050 → momentum may carry index toward 25,150–25,200.
- Below 24,850 → risk of sharper fall toward 24,700.
- Bank Nifty traders:
- Above 55,400 → expect strong buying momentum.
- Below 54,800 → cautious stance, downside risk.
- Stock-specific opportunities should outperform indices; IT + PSU banks remain top focus.
✅ Conclusion
The Opening Bell 26 August 2025 indicates a cautious yet stable start for Indian equities. While global cues remain mixed, domestic inflows and resilience in key sectors like IT, FMCG, and banking are providing a floor for the market.
- Nifty key range: 24,850 – 25,050
- Bank Nifty range: 54,800 – 55,400
- Strategy: Buy-on-dips near support zones with strict stop-loss, avoid aggressive longs below 24,850/54,800.
Today’s session will likely be stock-specific, with opportunities in IT, banking, and select pharma names.
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