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Sensex falls over 300 pts; Nifty hovers below 24,300 as Brent crude climbs to USD 91/bbl
Indian equity markets opened higher on Monday, tracking positive global cues and easing crude prices, with the Sensex gaining over 200 points and the Nifty hovering near 24,300. However, analysts remain cautious about elevated geopolitical risks and the impact of high oil prices on the rupee and market sentiment.
Indian equity markets opened the week on a positive note on Monday, tracking positive global cues and a slight easing in crude oil prices. The Sensex opened at 77,629.56 against the previous close of 77,540.83 and was trading at around 77,774.29, up 233.46 points or 0.30 per cent at the time of reporting. The Nifty opened at 24,285.05 against its previous close of 24,252 and was hovering around 24,300 level.
Lokmat Times reported that the domestic markets opened higher after two consecutive weekly losses, with the decline in crude oil prices providing some support. The same report noted that investors were awaiting clarity on potential US sanctions on Iran later in the session, amid elevated geopolitical tensions.
Sectoral and Stock Movements
Most broad market indices traded in the green in early trade, though some sectors remained under pressure. According to ANI, auto, pharma, FMCG, PSU banks, healthcare, consumer durables, and cement were among the sectors under pressure. In contrast, Lokmat Times reported that metal stocks led sectoral gains, with the Nifty Metal index rising nearly 1 per cent, while Nifty Media gained 0.72 per cent, Nifty Oil & Gas rose 0.59 per cent and Nifty IT advanced 0.4 per cent. The same report indicated that Nifty Healthcare and Nifty Pharma declined 0.5 per cent each, while consumer durables, realty and FMCG were in negative territory.
On BSE, the top gainers included Infosys, HCL Tech, Tata Steel, HDFC Bank, Tech Mahindra, IndiGo, TCS, Kotak Bank, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Unilever, and NTPC, as per ANI. The major losers were Asian Paints, Titan, Bharti Airtel, Trent, and Power Grid. On NSE, the top gainers were Infosys, Hindalco, HCL Tech, Wipro, SBI Life, IndiGo, ONGC, and M&M, while Cipla, Trent, Titan, BEL, and Bajaj Finance were the top losers.
Oil Prices and Geopolitical Overhang
Crude oil prices showed signs of correction on Monday, with Brent crude trading at around USD 93.07 per barrel and crude oil at around USD 85.69 per barrel, according to ANI. Lokmat Times reported a steeper decline, noting that Brent was at roughly USD 92 a barrel, down more than 2 per cent, with US WTI slipping below USD 85 a barrel. The difference in the quoted prices reflects the timing of trade and the volatility in the oil market.
Earlier in the week, The Tribune reported a conflicting scenario: on the previous Tuesday, Brent had climbed to USD 91 per barrel while WTI topped USD 85, following President Trump's statements about the US-Iran memorandum. However, by Monday, oil prices were lower amid expectations of fresh US sanctions on Iran and a report that Tehran had played down the likelihood of tighter measures. Lokmat Times noted that investors awaited details on the new sanctions, contributing to a decline in crude prices.
Market and banking expert Ajay Bagga, cited by ANI, described global markets as entering the week of August 24 under heavy macro and geopolitical crosscurrents. He pointed to the sharp friction between escalating Middle Eastern conflict and high-stakes tech earnings, and highlighted Washington's declared "economic D-Day" against Iran—a blitz of secondary sanctions and naval enforcement intended to isolate Tehran and reopen the blocked Strait of Hormuz.
AnalystViews on Market Direction
Market analysts have expressed cautious views on the near-term direction of the market. According to ANI, Vipin Dixena (referred to as Vipin Dixit in some texts) noted that the market opened on a positive note but that early price action suggests buyers are not yet in strong control, indicating a cautious recovery rather than a confirmed reversal. He also noted two consecutive weeks of losses, with elevated crude prices and geopolitical uncertainty remaining overhangs, while improvement in domestic buying provides a cushion.
Lokmat Times carried market commentary from unnamed analysts, who said the Nifty could remain range-bound between 24,200 and 24,600 in the near term. They argued that while a resilient domestic economy and improving earnings growth provide fundamental support, elevated crude and share geopolitical risks could a cap the gains. Those analysts were quoted as saying: "With Brent around $93 and escalating geopolitical tensions associated with the West Asian crisis and the Russia-Ukraine war, any rally is likely to be met with increased selling at higher levels."
On the technical side, reports stated that a weekly hammer candle on the Nifty reinforced support levels and kept the reversal setup intact. Analysts suggested the index could move towards the 24,317-24,380 range and subsequently 24,400-24,545, provided the support at 24,060-24,000 holds.
Rupee and Institutional Activity
The Indian rupee weakened by 17 paise to close at 95.60 per dollar, hitting a two-week low, according to The Tribune report. The report attributed this to the Reserve Bank of India shortening the deadline for its discounted forex swap facility.
On currency forecasts, Anindya Banerjee, Head of Commodity and Currency Research at Kotak Securities, was quoted by ANI as saying that the rupee remains on a weakening path as long as oil holds above USD 90. He expected the rupee to move into a range of 96.20 to 97.00 in the near term, while Novan that the RBI's reserves provide the means for an orderly adjustment.
On the institutional side, Lokmat Times reported that domestic institutional investors extended their buying streak to nine consecutive sessions on August 21, purchasing equities worth Rs 2,124 crore. In contrast, foreign institutional investors remained net sellers for a second straight session, offloading Rs 543 crore worth of shares.
Outlook
With global attention fixed on the upcoming Nvidia earnings and the Federal Reserve's annual symposium, markets remain vulnerable to anything. The monthly expiry of Indian index futures and options is due on Tuesday, which could increase volatility. Additionally, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has sanctioned two firms for manipulation of Sensex expiries, a development that could influence investor sentiment.
Analysts emphasize that elevated crude prices and geopolitical tension remain essential themes for the market. The ability to hold the 24,200 support level will be critical, they say, as a break below could reignite selling pressure.
How each outlet told it
ANI (Asian News International)
Framing: Emphasizes the positive open (gains over 200 points) and Nifty hovering around 24,300, framing it as tracking global cues and easing oil prices. — Cautiously optimistic, with quotes like 'cautious recovery rather than a confirmed reversal' and 'positive note'.
Facts Included:
Sensex opened at 77,629.56 against previous close of 77,540.83, trading at 77,774.29, up 233.46 points or 0.30%
Nifty opened at 24,285.05 against previous close of 24,252, trading around 24,300
All broad market indices traded in green; auto, pharma, FMCG, PSU Bank, healthcare, consumer durables, cement under pressure
Oil prices corrected on profit booking ahead of expected US announcement on additional sanctions against Iran
Brent crude trading around USD 93.07 per barrel, crude oil around USD 85.69 per barrel
Top gainers and losers on BSE and NSE listed
Ajay Bagga: 'economic D-Day' against Iran, blitz of secondary sanctions and naval enforcement to isolate Tehran and reopen Strait of Hormuz
Bagga noted monthly expiry of index futures and options on Tuesday, scrutiny of CAS framework, two firms sanctioned by SEBI for manipulation
Anindya Banerjee: Brent trading just below USD 94 after second consecutive weekly gain of around 6%; US to announce details of 'economic D-Day'
Banerjee's rupee forecast: weakening path, expected range 96.20 to 97.00, RBI reserves give means to keep adjustment orderly
Vipin Dixena: cautious recovery rather than confirmed reversal; market has seen two consecutive weeks of losses
Dixena's technical view: 24,300 immediate level, recovery towards 24,400-24,500, support at 24,200
Framing: Emphasizes the market close lower and attributes it to Iran-Hormuz tensions, while highlighting Nifty resistance at 24,300 (not available in full headline, but present). — Cautious and risk-focused, with phrases like 'keeping investors cautious', 'Geopolitical Risks Hit Sentiment'.
Facts Included:
BSE Sensex declined 171.72 points, or 0.22%, to settle at 77,369.11
NSE Nifty fell 32.95 points, or 0.14%, to close at 24,219.05
Market sentiment weakened after Iran threatened to seize vessels and change transit rules for the Strait of Hormuz
Strait of Hormuz is a route for energy shipments, disruption a major risk
Weak cues from Asian markets weighed on equities
Large-cap shares underperformed broader market
SBI Life Insurance and Bajaj Finance among leading losers on Nifty
Nifty MidCap index edged 0.13% higher, Nifty SmallCap declined 0.26%
Nifty PSU Bank index recorded steepest fall; Nifty Metal outperformed
Technical: 24,300 region crucial resistance; breakout could open way to 24,400-24,500
Downside support at 24,145, close to session's low; fall below could increase selling pressure
Market participants preparing for volatile session ahead of US sanctions and Tehran's possible response
Framing: Emphasizes the positive open and the decline in crude oil prices (slipping up to 2 pc), framing oil as the key driver. — Measured and analytical, with quotes like 'any rally is likely to be met with increased selling' and 'cautioned against chasing stocks'.
Facts Included:
Domestic equity markets opened higher on Monday after two straight weekly losses amid decline in crude oil prices
Nifty opened at 24,285.05, up 33.05 points or 0.14%
Sensex started at 77,629.56, higher by 88.73 points or 0.11%
Metal stocks led sectoral gains with Nifty Metal index rising nearly 1%
Nifty Media gained 0.72%, Nifty Oil & Gas rose 0.59%, Nifty IT advanced 0.4%
Analysts said Nifty could remain range-bound between 24,200 and 24,600 in near term
Resilient domestic economy and improving earnings growth provide fundamental support, but elevated crude oil prices and geopolitical risks could cap gains
Quote: 'With Brent around $93 and escalating geopolitical tensions associated with the West Asian crisis and the Russia-Ukraine war, any rally is likely to be met with increased selling at higher levels'
Broader market sees strong investor activity in companies reporting robust results and favorable forward guidance
Segments such as CDMO, healthcare, precision engineering, power infrastructure attracting buying interest, but cautioned against chasing stocks at elevated valuations
Technical: weekly hammer candle on Nifty reinforced key support levels; index could move towards 24,317-24,380 and subsequently 24,400-24,545, provided 24,060-24,000 support zone holds
Volatility could rise ahead of Tuesday's F&O expiry
In previous session on August 21, DII extended buying streak to nine consecutive sessions, purchased equities worth Rs 2,124 crore
FII remained net sellers for second straight session, offloaded shares worth Rs 543 crore
Asian equities fell on Monday ahead of key events including Nvidia's earnings and Federal Reserve's annual symposium
Crude oil prices declined up to 2% as investors awaited details of fresh US sanctions on Iran
Tehran played down prospect of tighter economic measures
Brent crude trading around $92 a barrel, down more than 2%; US WTI slipped below $85
Framing: Emphasizes the market decline (Sensex falls over 300 pts) and ties it to Brent crude climbing to USD 91/bbl, foregrounding oil prices as driver. — Bearish and cautious, with phrases like 'bearish note', 'weigh on investors' sentiment', and 'pressure'.
Facts Included:
Sensex opened at 77,418.97 against previous close of 77,728.16, trading at 77,442.77, down 285.39 points or 0.37%
Nifty opened at 24,223.85 against previous close of 24,287.65, trading at 24,230.40, down 57.25 points or 0.24%
Brent crude climbed to USD 91 per barrel, WTI topped USD 85
President Trump said he would not extend the expiring US-Iran memorandum and threatened military action against Oman over alleged interference in the Strait of Hormuz
Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen to a fraction of pre-war levels
Nifty IT and FMCG were top drags; Nifty Realty and Metal were top sectoral gainers
Top gainers and losers listed on BSE and NSE
Market analyst Vipin Dixena noted Nifty has declined for five consecutive sessions, FII selling remained a concern, but strong DII buying and recovery from Monday's intraday lows provide cushion
Dixena's technical view: support at 24,200, resistance at 24,360-24,400
Devarsh Vakil of HSL Prime Research noted Nifty declined for fifth consecutive session, closing at 24,287, lowest since 29 July
Indian rupee weakened by 17 paise to close at 95.60 per dollar, hitting two-week low, as RBI shortened deadline for discounted forex swap facility for non-resident deposits
Vakil's technical view: support at 24,200 near 50-day EMA, resistance at 24,430 and 24,600
Framing: Identical to ANI's headline, emphasizing positive open and Nifty hovering around 24,300. No unique angle. — Cautiously optimistic, echoing ANI's language.
Facts Included:
Sensex opened at 77,629.56 against previous close of 77,540.83, trading at 77,774.29, up 233.46 points or 0.30%
Nifty opened at 24,285.05 against previous close of 24,252, trading around 24,300
All broad market indices traded in green; auto, pharma, FMCG, PSU Bank, healthcare, consumer durables, cement under pressure
Oil prices corrected on profit booking ahead of expected US announcement on additional sanctions against Iran
Brent crude trading around USD 93.07 per barrel, crude oil around USD 85.69 per barrel
Top gainers and losers on BSE and NSE listed
Ajay Bagga: 'economic D-Day' against Iran, blitz of secondary sanctions and naval enforcement to isolate Tehran and reopen Strait of Hormuz
Bagga noted monthly expiry of index futures and options on Tuesday, scrutiny of CAS framework, two firms sanctioned by SEBI
Anindya Banerjee: Brent trading just below USD 94 after second consecutive weekly gain of around 6%; US to announce details of 'economic D-Day'
Banerjee's rupee forecast: weakening path, expected range 96.20 to 97.00, RBI reserves give means to keep adjustment orderly
Vipin Dixena: cautious recovery rather than confirmed reversal; two consecutive weeks of losses
Dixena's technical view: 24,300 immediate level, recovery towards 24,400-24,500, support at 24,200
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ClaimThe BSE Sensex declined 171.72 points, or 0.22 percent, to settle at 77,369.11.
ClaimPresident Trump said he would not extend the expiring US-Iran memorandum and threatened military action against Oman over alleged interference in the Strait of Hormuz.
ClaimNifty IT and FMCG were the top drags, sliding over a per cent in the early morning trade, while Nifty Realty and Metal emerged as the top sectoral gainers, surging over a per cent.
ClaimOn BSE, the top gainers were M&M, Eternal, Sun Pharma, Maruti, BEL, Tata Steel, Reliance, among others; the top drags were Infosys, Indi Go, Asian Paints, HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, LT, among others.
ClaimOn NSE, the top gainers were ONGC, M&M, Bajaj Auto, Grasim, Sun Pharma, Coal India, Axis Bank, among others; the top losers were Infosys, Bharti Airtel, Indi Go, Hindustan Unilever, Bajaj Finserv, ITC, among others.
ClaimMarket analyst Vipin Dixena noted that Nifty has declined for five consecutive sessions, while FII selling remained a concern in the previous session, but strong DII buying and the recovery from Monday's intraday lows suggest domestic investors are still providing some cushion to the market.
ClaimDixena's technical view: Nifty is approaching the crucial 24,200 support zone; holding this zone is important to prevent further weakness; on the upside, 24,360-24,400 remains the immediate hurdle, and a sustained move above this zone could bring recovery momentum.
ClaimDevarsh Vakil of HSL Prime Research noted that Nifty declined for the fifth consecutive session, losing 78 points to close at 24,287, its lowest level since 29 July.
ClaimThe Indian rupee weakened by 17 paise to close at 95.60 per dollar, hitting a two-week low, as the Reserve Bank of India shortened the deadline for its discounted forex swap facility for non-resident deposits.
ClaimVakil's technical view: the short-term trend for Nifty remains weak, with immediate support placed around 24,200 near its 50-day EMA, and resistance at 24,430 and 24,600.
ClaimIn the previous session on August 21, domestic institutional investors extended their buying streak to nine consecutive sessions and purchased equities worth Rs 2,124 crore.
ClaimTechnical experts said the 24,300 region remains the crucial resistance zone for the Nifty; a decisive and sustained breakout above this level could strengthen the technical structure and open the way towards 24,400-24,500.
ClaimOn the downside, 24,145, which is close to the session's low, is expected to provide immediate support; a fall below this level could increase selling pressure.
ClaimAjay Bagga noted, "Global markets enter the week of August 24 under heavy macro and geopolitical crosscurrents, marked by sharp friction between escalating Middle Eastern conflict and high-stakes tech earnings. The economic backdrop is dominated by Washington's declaration of an 'economic D-Day' against Iran--a blitz of secondary sanctions and naval enforcement designed to isolate Tehran and reopen the blocked Strait of Hormuz."
ClaimAjay Bagga noted that the monthly expiry of Indian index futures and options on Tuesday will see close scrutiny of the recently introduced CAS framework, which saw two firms being sanctioned by SEBI for manipulation of Sensex expiries already.
ClaimAnindya Banerjee, Head of Commodity and Currency Research at Kotak Securities, noted that Brent is trading just below USD 94 after a second consecutive weekly gain of around 6%, and the market's focus is on Washington, which is due to announce details of what Trump has called an 'economic D-Day' -- a fresh package of measures to isolate Iran's economy that could also affect countries that continue to trade with Tehran, including China, the largest buyer of Iranian crude.
ClaimAnindya Banerjee said the rupee remains on a weakening path as long as oil holds above USD 90 and dollar demand from importers stays elevated, and expected it to move into a 96.20 to 97.00 range in the near term, though the substantial reserves the RBI has built give it every means to keep the currency's adjustment orderly.
ClaimMarket analyst Vipin Dixena said the market has opened on a positive note, but the early price action suggests that buyers are yet to establish strong control; this is a cautious recovery rather than a confirmed reversal.
ClaimVipin Dixena said the market has seen two consecutive weeks of losses, while elevated crude prices and geopolitical uncertainty remain overhangs; the recent improvement in domestic buying provides some cushion to the downside.
ClaimVipin Dixena said, "Technically, 24,300 is the immediate level I am watching on Nifty. If the index sustains above this level, the recovery can extend towards 24,400-24,500. On the downside, 24,200 remains the immediate support, and a break below this level could bring selling pressure back."
ClaimOn BSE, the top gainers were Infosys, HCL Tech, Tata Steel, HDFC Bank, Tech Mahindra, Indi Go, TCS, Kotak Bank, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Unilever, NTPC among others; the major losers were Asian Paint, Titan, Bharti Airtel, Trent, Power Grid among others.
ClaimOn NSE, the top gainers were Infosys, Hindalco, HCL Tech, Wipro, SBI Life, Indi Go, ONGC, M&M among others; the top losers were Cipla, Trent, Titan, BEL, Bajaj Finance among others.
ClaimNifty Healthcare fell 0.5 per cent, while Nifty Pharma declined 0.5 per cent; consumer durables, realty and FMCG shares were also in negative territory.
ClaimAnalysts said that while a resilient domestic economy and improving earnings growth provide fundamental support for a rally, elevated crude oil prices and geopolitical risks could cap gains.
ClaimAnalysts said, "With Brent around $93 and escalating geopolitical tensions associated with the West Asian crisis and the Russia-Ukraine war, any rally is likely to be met with increased selling at higher levels."