NIFTY VOLATILITY
Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session
Indian stock markets closed slightly higher after a volatile trading session, with investors awaiting key inflation data from India and the US. These figures are expected to influence the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions. The rupee strengthened, while foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, and domestic institutional investors were net buyers.
BSE proves bullet-proof after expiry day swapping with NSE
BSE outperformed expectations after shifting its weekly derivatives expiry to Thursday, boosting market share to 28.2% and premium turnover by 19%. Despite regulatory uncertainty and rising retail scrutiny, the strategic swap strengthened BSE’s positioning in the derivatives market, showcasing resilience amid volatility and competitive pressures.
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Top Nifty50 stocks analysts suggest buying in this volatile week
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VUCA World Reality: Growth intact, but valuations look stretched
Investors must navigate the volatile market carefully. US tariffs will marginally impact India's GDP. India focuses on reforms to boost growth. GST rationalization can significantly boost demand. Growth is likely to pick up from Q2 FY26. Moderate returns are expected. High valuations prompt FIIs to sell. Prioritize safety by investing in fairly-valued high-quality stocks. Smallcaps are excessively valued.
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Anand James’ weekly market playbook: Nifty, autos, and stocks on his radar
Anand James from Geojit Investments analyzes Nifty's new expiry, noting high contract volumes and volatility. He observes FII shorts capping gains despite GST optimism and DII bullishness. Auto sector's rally may face profit booking, while M&M remains bullish. Top stock picks for the week are TDPOWERYS and FIRSTCRY, with specific targets and stop-loss levels.
Is range-bound trade set to continue for Nifty this week?
Indian stock market witnessed Nifty rebounding from 24,400, yet facing resistance near 25,000. Analysts suggest stock-specific strategies due to expected volatility. A breakout above 25,000 could propel Nifty towards 25,500, while support lies at 24,400. Metal and consumption stocks show promise, IT and financial stocks are currently under selling pressure.
Time-based analysis signals Sept 10 as high-momentum date, Harshubh Shah
After a sharp 2% fall in the previous week, the markets staged a strong comeback. The rebound was supported by better-than-expected GDP data and the GST Council’s move to simplify the tax structure into dual slabs of 5% and 18%, which lifted investor sentiment.
FII activity, India-US trade deal among 7 factors that may impact D-Street action this week
Indian equity benchmarks wrapped up the week on a solid note, buoyed by strong domestic macroeconomic data and ongoing policy reforms. The Nifty gained 1.29% to settle at 24,741, while the Sensex climbed 1.13% to close at 80,710.
F&O Talk| Nifty stages pullback but lacks conviction; trend hinges on banking, IT revival: Sudeep Shah
Indian equity benchmarks closed the week positively due to strong economic data and policy reforms. Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities discussed the outlook for Nifty and Bank Nifty. Nifty faces resistance at 24950-25000 and support at 24550-24500. Bank Nifty is underperforming, with resistance at 54500-54600 and support at 53600-53500.
Markets stay choppy; Nifty stuck in 24,500–25,000 range
Vinay Rajani observes that the Nifty remains range-bound between 24,500 and 25,000, with volatility dominating market sentiment. While broader indices are under pressure, auto ancillary stocks are showing selective strength, offering short-term trading opportunities.
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F&O Radar | Deploy Short Strangle in Nifty to benefit from Theta decay amid expected consolidation
Nifty 50 showed mixed but positive activity this week, rebounding from 24,405 with support at 24,600–24,650 and resistance near 25,150. Market remains range-bound, favoring a Short Strangle options strategy to benefit from consolidation and time decay.
F&O Radar | Deploy Bull Call Spread in Nifty to gain from positive to rangebound view on the index
On Tuesday, the Nifty index initially gained but later declined, closing with losses. It formed a bearish candle on the daily chart. Chandan Taparia suggests Nifty needs to hold above 24,442 for an upward move. Key support levels are at 24,442 and 24,350. Option data indicates a trading range between 24,100 and 25,100. Market is expected to be positive-to-volatile.
Sensex slips 100 pts, Nifty below 24,600 as banks & IT weigh ahead of GST meet
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline on Wednesday, primarily influenced by the downturn in banking and IT sectors. Investors exhibited caution in anticipation of the GST council meeting, where potential rate cuts on various goods are expected. The S&P BSE Sensex fell by 0.16%, while the NSE Nifty 50 also dropped by 0.16%.
Market Wrap: Sensex slips 750 points from day’s high, Nifty below 24,600; 4 key reasons behind market fall
NSE marked history with its first Tuesday expiry, but markets slipped amid weak global cues and profit booking. FMCG stocks gained ahead of the GST council meet, while auto heavyweights like M&M, Maruti, and Tata Motors fell.
Metals outperform peers; technical charts point to strength ahead
The Nifty crossed the 24,700 mark in early trade, but the Bank Nifty lagged, managing to stay just about in the green. Market experts, however, remain confident that the banking index will soon join the rally.
NSE weekly expiry moves to Tuesday: 10 key things traders must know
Starting August 28, 2025, the NSE has shifted Nifty’s weekly expiry from Thursday to Tuesday, ending a 25-year tradition. This historic move reshapes trading strategies, accelerates weekend time decay, and redistributes volatility. While traders adjust to the change, experts believe it will enhance price discovery, boost BSE volumes, and create new strategic opportunities across India’s derivatives landscape.
Tuesday is the new Thursday for Nifty traders: How expiry day change will rewrite trader strategies
Starting September 2025, NSE will shift Nifty’s weekly F&O expiry from Thursday to Tuesday, marking a major shift in trading dynamics. Mondays become the new “expiry eve,” with weekend risk rising and option strategies needing a reset. Traders must now recalibrate positioning and risk management, as traditional Thursday volatility gives way to a new cycle, impacting volumes and timing.
How will new expiry days impact derivatives market?
Mumbai stock market is set for a change. Derivative contracts will now expire on different days. National Stock Exchange contracts move to Tuesdays. Bombay Stock Exchange contracts will expire on Thursdays. This shift follows regulator Securities and Exchange Board's directive. Traders anticipate increased activity earlier in the week. The change aims to reduce market volatility.
Indian equities back in the green on improved GDP show
Indian equities rebounded strongly on Monday, fueled by encouraging GDP data after a three-day losing streak. The NSE Nifty closed up 0.8% and the BSE Sensex rose 0.7%. However, concerns remain about potential US tariffs, a weaker rupee, and modest earnings growth, which could limit further market gains. Foreign investors continued selling, while domestic investors provided support.
NSE’s expiry day shift marks historic change: First Tuesday expiry set to open
The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is set to shift all futures and options (F&O) contracts expiry day from Thursday to Tuesday, effective September 1, 2025. This transition marks a significant change after 25 years of Thursday expiries, potentially reshaping trading dynamics and redistributing activity between NSE and BSE.
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Market Watch: Nifty eyes 24,600 breakout as IT sector shows early signs of revival
Nifty opened the week cautiously, with 24,600 seen as a key breakout level. Rajesh Bhosale highlighted IT sector resilience and recommended Mphasis and Exide Industries as top picks. Analysts believe sectoral rotation and strong support levels could set the stage for September’s market trend.
Top Nifty50 stocks analysts suggest buying in this volatile week
Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, is a comprehensive research report that evaluates five key components of 4,000+ listed stocks – earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum – to generate standardized scores. The simple average of the above-mentioned five component ratings is normally distributed to reach an average score.
Nifty expiry shifts to Tuesday from tomorrow: Why Mondays won't be the same for Nifty option traders
The Nifty derivatives market is set for a major shake-up as weekly expiries move from Thursday to Tuesday starting tomorrow. This shift will reshape trading strategies, with Mondays becoming a high-stakes day due to accelerated time decay in option premiums. Traders must adapt quickly to the new cycle, which introduces a fresh risk-reward equation and heightened Monday activity.
A breakdown below 24,350 may intensify selling in Nifty: Analysts
Nifty 50 is expected to experience volatility in the coming week. Technical indicators suggest potential weakness. Analysts have identified critical support levels. Consumption-driven sectors show strength. Caution is advised for banks, IT, PSUs, and realty. Axis Securities suggests a Put Spread strategy for Nifty options expiring on September 2. Hero MotoCorp and Britannia are among stocks to consider.
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