The Nifty traded in a broadly sideways and range-bound method all through the week, ending it with a modest decline. The Index oscillated inside a slim 276-point vary, between 25144.60 on the upper finish and 24918.65 on the decrease finish, earlier than settling mildly decrease. The India VIX declined by 3.60% over the week to 11.39, suggesting continued complacency within the markets. On a weekly foundation, Nifty ended with a internet lack of 181.45 factors or (-0.72%).

The Nifty is presently consolidating just under a key resistance zone after trying a breakout above a rising channel. This zone, between 25100 and 25350, has confirmed to be a provide space the place profit-taking has emerged. Whereas the broader development stays intact and the Nifty is above key transferring averages, it’s nonetheless inside a posh zone of consolidation. This pause in momentum comes after a pointy up transfer from the lows close to 21743 in April. A powerful breakout above the 25265-25350 zone, with a closing affirmation, might resume the uptrend. Conversely, a sustained transfer under 24750 might set off incremental weak point and drag the Nifty in direction of decrease helps.
As we head into the brand new week, the markets may even see a cautious begin amid the present range-bound setup. The fast resistance is at 25150, adopted by 25400. On the decrease aspect, the important thing assist zones are positioned at 24750 and additional close to 24380.
The weekly RSI stands at 56.54 and stays impartial, with out exhibiting any divergence in opposition to worth. It has made a recent 14-period low, which is bearish. The MACD stays above its sign line on the weekly chart, persevering with to point a optimistic crossover. No vital candlestick formation was noticed for the week.
From a sample evaluation perspective, Nifty is buying and selling just under the higher certain of a rising channel that it had briefly damaged out of. With the Index slipping under the assist ranges of 25000-25150, it faces resistance at this zone once more, failing to comply with by way of on the breakout. Worth motion continues to be above the 20-week and 50-week transferring averages, sustaining a bullish undertone from a medium-term perspective. Nevertheless, the continued sideways motion signifies an absence of recent directional conviction.
Given the present technical construction, it could be prudent for merchants to stay selective and shield earnings at increased ranges. The markets aren’t displaying indicators of aggressive power and, except there’s a convincing transfer above 25350, a stock-specific strategy with tight danger administration is suggested. Merchants might keep away from aggressive recent shopping for till a directional transfer is clearly established. Cautious optimism, with a concentrate on shares exhibiting stronger relative power, is the perfect strategy for the approaching week.
Sector Evaluation for the Coming Week
In our have a look at Relative Rotation Graphs®, we in contrast numerous sectors in opposition to the CNX500 (NIFTY 500 Index), representing over 95% of the free-float market cap of all of the listed shares.

Relative Rotation Graphs (RRG) present that the Nifty Media and the Metallic Index have rolled contained in the main quadrant. The Midcap 100, Realty, and PSU Financial institution Index are additionally contained in the main quadrant. These teams are more likely to comparatively outperform the broader Nifty 500 Index.
The Nifty Financial institution, PSE, and the Monetary Providers Index are contained in the weakening quadrant. They might expertise a decline in relative efficiency in comparison with the broader markets.
The Nifty Providers Sector Index, Pharma, Consumption, and the FMCG Index proceed to languish contained in the lagging quadrant. Amongst these teams, the Pharma Index reveals enchancment in its relative momentum in opposition to the broader markets.
The IT Index is contained in the bettering quadrant; it continues to enhance its relative momentum in opposition to the benchmark. The Auto Index, which can be contained in the bettering quadrant, is seen deteriorating in relative momentum.
Essential Observe: RRGâ„¢ charts present the relative power and momentum of a gaggle of shares. Within the above chart, they present relative efficiency in opposition to NIFTY 500 Index (Broader Markets) and shouldn’t be used instantly as purchase or promote alerts.
Milan Vaishnav, CMT, MSTA
Consulting Technical Analyst

About The Creator:
Milan has 20+ years {of professional} expertise within the capital markets, consulting on Portfolio and Funds Administration. He writes for a lot of publications all over the world and is a daily information commentator.