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Short term - Technical Outlook

Nifty 50 continues to trade with a cautiously positive undertone with range-bound structure amid improving market sentiment and gradual recovery from lower levels. Technically, the 23,600 zone remains an immediate support area, while the broader 23,400–23,300 region continues to act as a strong base support for the index. Holding above these levels will be crucial to sustain the ongoing recovery structure. On the upside, a sustained move above the 23,800 level could strengthen bullish momentum further and push the index toward the broader 23,900–24,000 resistance zone, where stronger selling pressure is likely to emerge. Overall, the near-term technical structure remains cautiously positive, while a decisive breakout above the psychological 24,000 mark will be essential to strengthen bullish momentum further.

 

Short term Research Report Call

Buy Above: 23700 | Targets: 23760, 23820, 23900 | Stop-loss: 23650
Sell Below: 23600 | Targets: 23530, 23460, 23350 | Stop-loss: 23650

 

Short term Chart

Long term - Technical Outlook

Nifty 50 is witnessing a cautious recovery after attracting buying interest from lower levels. The 23,600 zone now acts as an important immediate support area, and holding above this region will be crucial to sustain the ongoing recovery structure. On the upside, the 24,000 level remains a key resistance zone, and a sustained breakout above this psychological barrier could strengthen bullish momentum and extend the recovery further. Overall, the near-term trend remains cautiously positive, although resistance at higher levels continues to limit aggressive upside momentum.

 

Long term Research Report Call
Buy Above: 23700 | Targets: 23760, 23820, 23900 | Stop-loss: 23650
Sell Below: 23600 | Targets: 23530, 23460, 23350 | Stop-loss: 23650
 

Long term Chart

Nifty 50 market sentiment gauge showing bullish and bearish signals.

Market View

May 22nd 2026

Indian equity markets opened on a cautiously optimistic note, supported by hopes of diplomatic progress in the Middle East and stabilization in crude oil prices. Reports indicating that indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran are currently underway have improved investor sentiment, raising expectations of potential de-escalation in the ongoing regional conflict. Although the outcome of the negotiations remains uncertain, any signs of progress are currently being viewed positively by the markets.
 
Crude oil prices continue to consolidate within the $97–98 per barrel range, reflecting a balance between geopolitical risk premium and optimism surrounding ongoing diplomatic discussions. The stabilization in oil prices is offering some relief to broader macro concerns, particularly for oil-importing economies such as India.
 
On the currency front, USD/INR has stabilized in the 96.0–96.3 range, supported partly by softer crude oil prices. However, the rupee continues to remain under pressure and has yet to witness a meaningful recovery amid cautious foreign flows and persistent dollar strength.
 
Overall, market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic. Ongoing U.S.–Iran negotiations and stabilization in crude oil prices near the $97–98 range are acting as key supportive factors. However, uncertainty surrounding the final outcome of the talks continues to keep volatility elevated. Any concrete diplomatic breakthrough could extend the recovery, while negative developments may trigger renewed profit booking and market volatility.

Technical view

Nifty 50

Nifty 50 opened on a stable to mildly positive note near the 23,680 mark, continuing to trade within the broader 23,300–23,800 range. Technically, the 23,800 level remains a key near-term resistance area. A sustained breakout above this zone could strengthen bullish momentum further and push the index toward the psychological 24,000 mark, where stronger supply pressure is likely to emerge. 
 
On the downside, the 23,600 zone continues to remain an important immediate support area, while the broader 23,400–23,300 region remains a strong support base for the index. Holding above these levels will be crucial to sustain the ongoing recovery structure. Overall, the near-term structure remains cautiously positive with a range-bound undertone, while sustained trading above the 23,800 zone will be essential for stronger bullish confirmation.

 

Bank Nifty

Bank Nifty opened on a steady note and continues to trade within a broader consolidation range. Technically, the 54,000–54,200 zone remains an important immediate resistance area. A sustained breakout above this range could improve sentiment further and extend the recovery toward the 54,400–54,600 levels. 
 
On the downside, the 53,200–53,000 zone continues to act as an important immediate support area, while a decisive break below this region could drag the index toward the broader 52,800–52,600 support zone. Momentum indicators continue to reflect consolidation at higher levels, indicating the absence of aggressive directional momentum. Overall, Bank Nifty continues to trade with a cautious undertone, while stronger bullish momentum is likely only on a sustained move above the 54,200 resistance zone.

Market support level is 23,600. Market resistance level is 23,800.

Resistance 23,800

Market view chart showing support 23,600 and resistance 23,800

Support 23,600

FII & DII Activities

Particular

FIIs

DIIs

Net Purchase/ Sales (Cr)

21 May 2026

-1,891.21

+2,492.42

MTD-May (Cr)

May

-27,788.18

+50,861.95

Global Market

May 22nd 2026

NASDAQ

USA

26,293.1

22nd May

Dow Jones

USA

50,285.66

22nd May

FTSE

UK

10,443.47

22nd May

DAX

GERMAN

24,606.77

22nd May

GIFT Nifty

Singapore

23,771.5

22nd May

NIKKEI 225

Japan

63,339.07

22nd May

Shanghai

China

4,112.36

22nd May

S&P 500

USA

7,445.72

22nd May

Market at Closing

May 22nd 2026

Top Gainers

OCCLLTD

116.14

COCKERILL

6,200.5

RAMCOSYS

469.9

LAXMIDENTL

249.28

Top Losers

INDHOTEL

657.3

JSWSTEEL

1,281.2

CIPLA

1,401.8

BRITANNIA

5,332

Technicals

Buy Above

23745.86

R1

23803.79

R2

23864.35

R3

23972.30

Stop Loss

23677.40

Pivot

23703.73

(All values are in INR)

Sell Below

23661.61

S1

23603.68

S2

23543.12

S3

23435.17

Stop Loss

23730.06

Pivot Basic Levels

Classic

R4
24181.30
R3
24074.17
R2
23967.03
R1
23810.87
Pivot
23703.73
S1
23547.57
S2
23440.43
S3
23284.27
S4
23128.10

Woodie

R4
24481.38
R3
24049.65
R2
23954.78
R1
23786.35
Pivot
23691.47
S1
23523.05
S2
23428.17
S3
23259.75
S4
22901.57

Camarilla

R4
23799.52
R3
23727.11
R2
23702.97
R1
23678.84
Pivot
23703.73
S1
23630.56
S2
23606.43
S3
23582.29
S4
23509.88

Moving Averages

Bullish

Bearish

5 Day

20417.10

10 Day

19660.96

20 Day

19056.41

50 Day

18485.56

100 Day

18165.65

200 Day

17861.60

Momentum Oscillators

Bullish

0

Bearish

3

Neutral

4

Stoch RSI

100.00

ROC

-2.22

Ultimate

54.54

Williams

-56.64

CCI

-31.48

Stochastic

36.01

RSI

71.02

Trend Oscillators & Volatility

Bullish

1

Bearish

0

Neutral

0

ATR

129.44

Low Volatility

MACD

316.98

Bullish

Nifty Stock List

Stock NameCMPChange (%)Market Cap (Cr.)SectorPiotroski Score

RELIANCE

1359.2

0.7113

1826486.85

Oil & Gas

7 / 9

HDFCBANK

604.5

1.0616

1168658.61

Banks

3 / 9

HDFCBANK

769.6

1.3765

1168658.61

Banks

3 / 9

BHARTIARTL

1877.7

-0.4031

1148945.49

Telecom

8 / 9

ICICIBANK

1265.1

1.7943

891165.3

Banks

8 / 9

Market Commentary

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Frequently asked questions

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.