Nifty Breaks Below 25,100 — IT Bleeds, Pharma Lifts the Mood {update}

Tech Wreck Pulls Everything Down

Big names in IT like Infosys, HCL Tech, and TCS are under pressure. Global tech cues have been weak, and the mood has spilled over into Indian markets. Earnings concerns and margin worries are back. Investors seem to be in no rush to buy the dip.

FMCG Also Feels the Heat

FMCG stocks aren’t doing much better. There’s been some profit booking after last week’s rally. Nothing major yet, but enough to keep the sector flat to slightly negative.

Pharma Fights Back

Pharma stocks are holding the fort. Nifty Pharma climbed past 22,500, helped by gains in Sun Pharma, Dr. Reddy’s, and Cipla. Traders are picking up safer bets in this choppy market.

Auto, Consumption Stay Quiet

Nifty Auto is stuck in a range near 23,508. No big moves there. A few auto stocks are riding on EV buzz, but overall action is muted. Nifty Consumption is also going nowhere, currently at 11,655, with both buyers and sellers taking it easy.

Global Signals Are Mixed

US futures are flat. No strong leads from overseas. Crude oil is near $85.40, while gold trades at $2,368. The rupee is holding steady against the dollar at ₹83.17. Nothing new to excite traders on this front.

Important Chart Levels

Traders are eyeing key support and resistance marks. Here’s a quick look:

Any dip below support could lead to more selling. But a bounce from here might bring back buyers.

Stock Buzz

• Ola Electric jumped 15% after a strong earnings report. EV interest is back.
• Castrol India surged 6% thanks to a positive tax update.
• PC Jeweller dropped 4%, hurt by weak demand and a cautious outlook.

Where the Market Might Head Next

The overall vibe is cautious. Largecaps, especially in IT and FMCG, are taking a hit. Midcaps are more stable. Pharma is where the action is, for now.

If the market holds above today’s lows, we might see some buying in the second half. But traders should tread carefully. There’s no clear direction yet.

No need to rush. Let the market settle before making a move.

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