Daily Big Picture – Market Moved to an Confirmed Uptrend; Realty and PSU Bank Stocks Lift Market

Today’s Action

Benchmark indices continued to rally, marking the seventh consecutive trading day in which they have posted gains. Nifty, +0.5%, Sensex, +0.4%, Model Portfolio, +0.8%; MSI Ind 47, +0.5%.

Daily Market Review

 Markets continued their recent trend. Indices have now posted gains in seven trading sessions in a row, making it the longest run of gain days since May, and indicating a buying demand among investors. Continue reading “Daily Big Picture – Market Moved to an Confirmed Uptrend; Realty and PSU Bank Stocks Lift Market”

Market status changed to a Confirmed Uptrend

The Indian market has been moved to a Confirmed Uptrend as the Nifty reclaimed the 10,942 level (market’s high before it was downgraded to an Uptrend Under Pressure)

– Though the global markets performed weaker, the Nifty closed in positive territory for seven consecutive sessions. Strong IIP growth and low retail inflation strengthened investor sentiment, while a sharp fall in crude oil prices also contributed to the momentum. Continue reading “Market status changed to a Confirmed Uptrend”

Daily Big Picture – Nifty Recovers Late to Post Gains; Media Stocks Decline 4%

Today’s Action

Benchmark indices recovered to end in the green after opening in the red, marking the sixth consecutive trading day they have posted gains. Nifty, +0.2%, Sensex, +0.2%, Model Portfolio, -0.5%; MSI Ind 47, +0.4%.

Daily Market Review

After a weak opening, markets were able to end in gains, continuing their recent trend. Indices have now posted gains in six trading sessions in a row, indicating buying demand among investors.

On the sectoral front, most indices were able to post gains, except for Media, IT, and FMCG. Nifty PSU Bank (+1.3%) and Nifty Pharma (+0.8%) gained the most, while Nifty Media (-4.0%) declined the most. Sun pharma (+3.0%) and Bajaj finance (+2.3%) were the major gainers whereas Zee entertainment (-7.8%) and UPL ltd (-3.2%) were the losers among the Nifty50 stocks.

The Nifty Midcap and Smallcap were up 0.4% and 0.7%, respectively.

The advance-decline ratio was in favor of advancers. Of the 2,062 stocks traded on the NSE, 965 advanced, 755 declined, and 342 remained unchanged.

The market status remains unchanged at an {Uptrend Under Pressure}. We will change it to a Downtrend if 2-3 more distribution days are added. It will be moved to a Confirmed Uptrend if the Nifty retakes the 10,942 level (high during the recent rally).

Stocks in News

Gelnmark Pharma: The company has received the final nod from the USFDA for Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil ear drops to treat eczema of the ear. The stock was up 0.2% today.

Power grid: Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has maintained regulated RoE at 15.5% for generation and transmission companies. Powergrid and NTPC are the beneficiaries of the move, share rose up 2.0% and 1.1% respectively.

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Daily Big Picture – Nifty Continues to Gain; Metal and Media Stocks Lift Market

Today’s Action

Benchmark indices ended in the green for the fifth consecutive day. Nifty, +0.8%, Sensex, +0.9%, Model Portfolio, +0.9%; MSI Ind 47, +0.5%.

Daily Market Review

The Nifty and the Sensex posted gains in today’s session. As the uncertainty surrounding the state elections ended and there are no near headwinds this has helped the indices post gains.

On the sectoral front, barring Nifty Realty (-0.2%), all the indices managed to post gains. Nifty Metal (+2.0%) and Nifty Media (+1.3%) gained the most. Tata Motors (+4.2%) and Power grid corporation (+3.7%) were the major gainers whereas Kotak Mahindra Bank (-2.7%) and Infosys (-1.7%) were the losers among the Nifty50 stocks.

The Nifty Midcap and Smallcap were up 0.5% and 0.3%, respectively.

The advance-decline ratio was in favor of advancers. Of the 2,077 stocks traded on the NSE, 979 advanced, 748 declined, and 350 remained unchanged.

The market status remains unchanged at an {Uptrend Under Pressure}. We will change the status to a Downtrend, if 2-3 more distribution days are added. It will be moved to a Confirmed Uptrend if the Nifty retakes the 10,942 level (high during the recent rally).

Stocks in News

Glenmark Pharma: The company has received the final nod from the USFDA to market Hydrocortisone Valerate ointment. This drug is used to treat a variety of skin conditions. The stock was up 2.4% today.

Kotak Mahindra Bank: The Bombay High court has refused to stay the RBI’s decision directing Kotak Mahindra bank to dilute its promoter stake. Now, Uday Kotak has to dilute his stake before December 31 in order to comply with the country’s central bank. The stock was down 2.7% today.

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