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Indian Indices

I) Nifty: opened at 24189 and touched a high of 24382 then a low of 23960 and closed at 23992 with a total of - 63 points in Negative

II) Bank Nifty: open 50436 and touched a high of 50688 then a low of 45659 and closed at 49748 With a total of - 343 points Negative

III) Fin Nifty: open 22917 and touched a high of 23078 then a low of 22497 and closed at 22520 With a total of - 242 points in Negative

IV) Nifty Mid Select: open 12362 and touched a high of 12531 then a low of 12212 and closed at 12248 With a total of - 45 points in Negative

NSE Advance and Decline

Nifty 500 Top Gainer

Shares of Gokaldas Exports surged by 19% in intraday trading today, reaching ₹1,095 each and breaking a five-day streak of declines. Other textile stocks, including KPR Mills, Vardhman Textiles, Welspun Living, S.P. Apparels and Nitin Spinners, also experienced rallies ranging from 5% to 17%.

 BLS International shares witnessed strong buying interest among Dalal Street bulls on Tuesday. BLS International's share price today opened with an upside gap at ₹378.45 apiece on the NSE and touched an intraday high of ₹387 per share within a few minutes of the stock market opening bell.

Nifty 500 TOP LOSER

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Sectoral Performance

Outperforming stocks vs nifty 500 over 1 week

Underperforming Stock vs Nifty 500 over 1 week

Stock With Rising Volume

Headlines

On August 6, 2024, the Indian stock market experienced a mixed day with notable activity in various sectors and stocks. Despite some recovery attempts, the market ended on a flattish note with a slight negative bias, primarily due to losses in banking and financial stocks.

Market Dynamics and Key Stocks:

1. Financial Sector Pressure: The market's downturn was largely attributed to weakness in banking and financial services stocks. The sector's underperformance was a significant factor dragging down the overall market​ (mint)​​ (Zee Business)​.
2. Volatility Spike: The India VIX, a measure of market volatility, surged by 42%, surpassing the 20 mark. This increase indicates heightened market uncertainty, prompting caution among investors. The sharp rise in volatility was a response to global market conditions and domestic factors​ (mint)​.
3. Stock Picks and Performance: Despite the overall negative sentiment, certain stocks showed promise. Sumeet Bagadia, Executive Director at Choice Broking, recommended buying stocks like Hindustan Unilever, Tata Consumer Products, Huhtamaki India, and Dr. Lal PathLabs. These stocks exhibited strong technical setups and potential for short-term gains. For instance, Huhtamaki India saw a significant breakout above crucial resistance levels, suggesting a bullish outlook​ (mint)​.
4. Midcap Movement: Among the notable midcap stocks, Gravita India surged by 10.5%, reaching an all-time high. The stock's performance stood out as it outperformed its sector and maintained strong momentum above key moving averages​ (mint)​.

Technical Analysis: The broader market showed signs of bearish momentum, with crucial support levels around 23,900 and 23,600 being closely watched. The market's inability to decisively break resistance levels indicates potential further downside risks​ (mint)​.

Investor Sentiment: With the increase in volatility and mixed performance across sectors, investors are advised to tread cautiously. Monitoring global market cues and staying informed about domestic developments will be crucial for navigating the current market conditions.

Overall, today's market reflects a cautious investor sentiment with a focus on specific stock opportunities amidst broader market uncertainties.

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