What is NIFTY 50?
NIFTY50 is a benchmark index representing the top 50 companies listed in National Stock Exchange (NSE). Their weightage is based on free-float Market Capitalization.
NIFTY 50
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Short term - Technical Outlook
Nifty 50 is currently trading near the 24,500–24,600 zone, following its recent recovery and breakout above key resistance levels. From a technical perspective, a sustained breakout above 24,600 will be crucial to validate further upside towards the 24,800–25,000 levels. On the downside, the 24,400–24,300 zone now acts as immediate support, aligning with the recent breakout area and representing a previous resistance turned support. A breach below this band could lead to a pullback towards the 24,100–24,000 range, which remains a key psychological and demand zone. Overall, the index maintains a cautiously positive bias, supported by its ability to hold above key levels. However, a decisive breakout above 24,600 is essential to confirm continuation of the uptrend.
Short term Research Report Call
Buy Above: 24600 | Targets: 24680, 24750, 24840 | Stop-loss: 24520
Sell Below: 24350 | Targets: 24270, 24200, 24110 | Stop-loss: 24400
Short term Chart
Long term - Technical Outlook
Nifty 50 immediate and critical support zone lies around 24,000. A clear breakdown below this level may intensify selling pressure and drag the index toward 23,800 region. On the upside, the 24,600 band now acts as a key resistance area, as earlier support has turned into a barrier; a sustained move above this range is essential for near-term stabilization. Overall, the downside bias remains intact unless the index posts a decisive close above the 25,000–25,300 region.
Long term Research Report Call
Buy Above: 24600 | Targets: 24680, 24750, 24840 | Stop-loss: 24520
Sell Below: 24350 | Targets: 24270, 24200, 24110 | Stop-loss: 24400
Long term Chart
Market View
April 21st 2026
Indian equity markets opened on a mildly positive note, reflecting cautious optimism amid evolving global developments. Investors remain highly sensitive to updates on a potential extension of the ceasefire and progress in upcoming negotiations. Any deterioration in talks or escalation in tensions could trigger renewed selling pressure, while constructive developments may support a relief rally.
Foreign institutional investor (FII) flows continue to be volatile, influenced by global cues, crude oil prices and currency movements. Recent sessions have seen mixed participation, with intermittent buying but limited conviction. Meanwhile, domestic institutional investors continue to provide support on declines, helping cushion downside risks.
Global equities are exhibiting a mixed to cautious trend, contributing to the lack of clear directional momentum. Overall, market sentiment remains cautious with a slight positive-to-neutral bias, with near-term direction likely to be shaped by geopolitical developments and institutional flow trends.
Nifty 50
Nifty 50 opened on a mildly positive note around the 24,389 level, sustaining above the previous close, but continues to face resistance near the 24,500 zone. Early price action suggests a stable start, though upside momentum remains limited. From a technical perspective, the index is hovering within the 24,300–24,500 range, which continues to act as a crucial resistance band. The recent price behaviour indicates lack of strong follow-through buying at higher levels, keeping momentum in check. A sustained breakout above 24,500 will be required to trigger further upside towards the 24,800–25,000 levels. On the downside, 24,300–24,250 remains as immediate support, followed by the 24,100–24,000 zone, which remains a key psychological and demand area. Holding above these levels will be essential to maintain the ongoing recovery structure. Opening view remains cautiously positive, with consolidation likely unless a decisive breakout above resistance is observed.
Bank Nifty
Bank Nifty opened with a mild gap-up around the 56,825 level, reflecting underlying strength in the banking space. However, upside momentum remains capped near key resistance levels, limiting follow-through buying. The index continues to face resistance in the 57,000–57,100 zone, and a decisive breakout above this band will be required to extend the upmove towards the 57,500–58,000 levels. On the downside, 56,000–55,800 serves as immediate support, followed by a stronger base near 55,500. Sustaining above these levels will be important to maintain the current stability and recovery structure. Opening view remains sideways to mildly positive yet cautious, with consolidation likely, while resistance levels continue to act as the key trigger for directional movement.
Resistance 24,500
Support 24,300
FII & DII Activities
Particular
FIIs
DIIs
Net Purchase/ Sales (Cr)
20 Apr 2026
-1,059.93
+2,966.89
MTD-May (Cr)
April
-6,640.78
+38,423.11
Global Market
April 22nd 2026
NASDAQ
USA
24,259.97
-144.43 -0.59
22nd April
Dow Jones
USA
49,149.38
22nd April
FTSE
UK
10,498.09
22nd April
DAX
GERMAN
24,270.87
22nd April
GIFT Nifty
Singapore
24,344
22nd April
NIKKEI 225
Japan
59,464.92
22nd April
Shanghai
China
4,095.08
22nd April
S&P 500
USA
7,064.01
22nd April
April 22nd 2026
Top Gainers
TECILCHEM
15
2.5 20
SHYAMTEL
15.4
2.56 19.94
PASHUPATI
86.95
10.25 13.36
IRMENERGY
233.82
23.27 11.05
Top Losers
ZYDUSLIFE
927.85
-0.75 -0.08
VEDL
765.7
-1.1 -0.14
IRFC
103.49
-0.12 -0.12
BANKBARODA
283.84
-0.21 -0.07
Technicals
Pivot Advanced Levels
Check live levels for all scripts
Buy Above
24550.55
R1
24604.85
R2
24661.61
R3
24762.80
Stop Loss
24486.39
Pivot
24511.07
(All values are in INR)
Sell Below
24471.58
S1
24417.28
S2
24360.52
S3
24259.33
Stop Loss
24535.75
Pivot Basic Levels
| R4 | R3 | R2 | R1 | Pivot | S1 | S2 | S3 | S4 | |
| Classic | 25070.20 | 24914.03 | 24757.87 | 24667.23 | 24511.07 | 24420.43 | 24264.27 | 24173.63 | 24083.00 |
| Woodie | 25267.85 | 24946.80 | 24774.25 | 24700.00 | 24527.45 | 24453.20 | 24280.65 | 24206.40 | 23787.05 |
| Camarilla | 24712.34 | 24644.47 | 24621.85 | 24599.22 | 24511.07 | 24553.98 | 24531.35 | 24508.73 | 24440.86 |
Moving Averages
Bullish
Bearish
5 Day
20678.87
10 Day
19803.75
20 Day
19131.20
50 Day
18516.36
100 Day
18181.20
200 Day
17869.41
Momentum Oscillators
Bullish
2
Bearish
2
Neutral
3
Bullish
2
Bearish
2
Neutral
3
Stoch RSI
71.12
ROC
8.20
Ultimate
70.70
Williams
-1.04
CCI
101.76
Stochastic
97.63
RSI
67.12
Trend Oscillators & Volatility
Bullish
1
Bearish
0
Neutral
0
Bullish
1
Bearish
0
Neutral
0
ATR
129.82
Low Volatility
MACD
367.06
Bullish
Nifty Stock List
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| Stock Name | CMP | Change (%) | Market Cap (Cr.) | Sector | Piotroski Score |
RELIANCE | 1353.3 | -0.7335 | 1831832 | Oil & Gas | 7 / 9 |
HDFCBANK | 604.5 | 1.0616 | 1249402.74 | Banks | 3 / 9 |
HDFCBANK | 811.75 | 2.0492 | 1249402.74 | Banks | 3 / 9 |
BHARTIARTL | 1855 | 0.4821 | 1130388 | Telecom | 8 / 9 |
SBIN | 1111.85 | 0.3611 | 1026583.17 | Banks | 5 / 9 |
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Disclaimer: Investment in securities/commodities market subject to market risk, read all the related documents carefully before investing/trading.
Analyst Certification: I/We, Ayushi Jain Research Analyst, authors, and the name subscribed to this report, hereby certify that all the views expressed in this research report accurately reflect our views about the subject issuer(s) or securities. We also certify that no part of our compensation was, is, or will be directly or indirectly related to the specific recommendation(s) or view(s) in this report. NISM Research Analyst registration number – NISM-201900015194.
NIFTY50 is a benchmark index representing the top 50 companies listed in National Stock Exchange (NSE). Their weightage is based on free-float Market Capitalization.
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