Stock Market Pre-Market Report – 22 December 2025 | Nifty Holds Firm, Midcaps Lead the Charge
Updated: 22 Decmber 2025
Category: Pre Market | Market Analysis
By CapitalKeeper Research Desk
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Indian stock market pre-market analysis for 22 December 2025. Nifty, Bank Nifty, Sensex outlook with RSI, MACD, volume analysis, FII-DII data, options cues, global markets, and high-conviction stock ideas. Read the full CapitalKeeper.in pre-market report.
Pre-Market Snapshot: Key Index Levels
| Index | Previous Close |
|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,966.40 |
| Bank Nifty | 59,069.20 |
| Sensex | 84,929.36 |
| Fin Nifty | 27,378.60 |
The Indian equity market enters the 22 December 2025 session with a constructive undertone, backed by strong institutional participation and healthy derivatives data. While frontline indices moved in a tight band, broader markets continued to outperform, signalling rotational buying rather than distribution.
Market Recap – What Happened on 22 December 2025?
After a gap-up opening, the Nifty spent most of the session oscillating between 25,900 and 25,995, reflecting a classic pause after a rally. Despite the narrow range, the index managed to close 0.58% higher, indicating that bulls retained control into the close.
The Nifty Midcap 100 once again stole the show, closing 1.20% higher, reinforcing the ongoing risk-on sentiment in quality midcap names.
Sectoral Performance Overview
Top Performing Sectors
- Realty – Strong momentum driven by expectations of stable interest rates and robust housing demand
- Chemicals – Stock-specific buying and valuation comfort attracting long-term investors
Underperforming Sectors
- Metals – Mild profit booking after a recent uptrend
- Consumer Durables – Demand concerns at higher price points
This sectoral divergence highlights selective participation rather than broad-based euphoria, which is typically a healthy sign for trend sustainability.
Institutional Activity – Strong Pillar for Bulls
| Category | Net Flow |
|---|---|
| FIIs | + ₹1,830.89 crore |
| DIIs | + ₹5,722.89 crore |
The most encouraging aspect of the session was synchronized buying by both FIIs and DIIs. Domestic institutions continued to provide strong downside support, while foreign investors returned as net buyers, validating India’s structural growth narrative.
FII Index Futures Positioning (Net Contracts)
| Index | Contracts |
|---|---|
| Nifty | +6,822 |
| Bank Nifty | -172 |
| Fin Nifty | -5 |
| Midcap Nifty | +28 |
| Nifty Next 50 | +24 |
The aggressive long build-up in Nifty futures suggests confidence in the headline index, even as banks witnessed mild caution. This again reinforces the theme of rotation rather than exit.
Options Market Insights – Clear Bullish Undertone
- Highest Call OI: 26,000
- Highest Put OI: 25,900
- Put-Call Ratio (PCR): 1.13
- Max Pain: 25,950
- VWAP Range: 25,840 – 26,070
Interpretation
- Put writing + Call unwinding indicates bullish sentiment
- PCR above 1 confirms strong support formation
- VWAP band suggests controlled volatility, favouring trend continuation
Technical Outlook – Nifty 50 (RSI, MACD & Volume)
RSI Analysis
- RSI remains in the 60–62 zone
- Indicates bullish momentum without overheating
MACD
- MACD line continues above the signal line
- Histogram remains positive, showing trend strength
Volume
- Volumes remain steady, not euphoric
- Suggests institutional accumulation rather than speculative frenzy
Key Levels
- Immediate Support: 25,840 – 25,900
- Immediate Resistance: 26,070 – 26,150
- Break above 26,150: Opens doors for 26,350–26,600
Stock-Specific Technical Focus
TATA ELEXI (Close: ₹5,413)
Tata Elxsi is showing signs of a classic “W” pattern formation, a powerful bullish reversal structure.
- Pattern Projection:
- Near-term: ₹6,800
- Medium-term: ₹8,000
- Long-term extension: ₹10,000+
- RSI: Recovering from mid-zone, indicating renewed strength
- MACD: Positive crossover with rising histogram
- Volume: Gradual increase, confirming accumulation
📌 Conclusion: As long as the stock holds above its base, the structure remains decisively bullish.
CERA Sanitaryware (CMP: ₹5,291)
After an impressive rally from ₹6,105 to ₹10,600+, the stock has corrected back to a high-probability demand zone.
- Support Zone: ₹5,000 – ₹5,050
- Trend Bias: Bullish retracement within a larger uptrend
- RSI: Cooling off from overbought levels – healthy reset
- MACD: Flattening, indicating base formation
📌 Outlook: A sustained hold above ₹5,000 can trigger the next leg of upmove.
Global Market Cues – Stable but Watchful
- US Markets: Mixed, with bond yields stabilizing
- Asian Markets: Cautious optimism ahead of macro data
- Crude Oil: Stable, providing relief to inflation-sensitive sectors
- Dollar Index: Slightly weaker, supportive for emerging markets
Global cues remain neutral-to-positive, allowing domestic factors to drive price action.
Market Sentiment Summary
✔ Strong institutional support
✔ Healthy derivatives structure
✔ Broad market participation
✔ No signs of panic or excess leverage
Overall sentiment remains constructively bullish with selective stock opportunities.
What Traders & Investors Should Do Today
- Intraday traders: Focus on VWAP-based trades between 25,840–26,070
- Swing traders: Look for pullbacks in strong midcaps
- Investors: Continue staggered accumulation in fundamentally strong names
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is the Nifty trend bullish for December end?
Yes, unless Nifty breaks below 25,800 decisively, the trend remains positive.
2. Are midcaps still safe to buy?
Selectively yes. Focus on stocks with volume-backed breakouts and strong balance sheets.
3. What does PCR above 1 indicate?
It suggests bullish sentiment and strong downside support.
4. Is this a good time to invest fresh capital?
Staggered buying on dips is recommended rather than lump-sum entries.
Final Word from CapitalKeeper.in
The Indian stock market continues to climb the wall of worry, supported by data, discipline, and domestic strength. While volatility may remain low in the near term, stock-specific opportunities are abundant for those who combine patience with technical clarity.
Stay disciplined. Trade with risk management. Let the trend work in your favor.
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