Index Outlook: Nifty and Bank Nifty
Nuvama Professional Clients Group's Deputy Vice President Aakash K Hindocha has issued specific stock recommendations for January 8, 2026, identifying ABB, Fortis, and Petronet as prime buy opportunities. Hindocha also provided a forward-looking outlook on the Nifty and Bank Nifty indices.
The Nifty index concluded the current week 0.7% lower, despite achieving fresh all-time highs on Monday. Support is anticipated around the 26450 level, though a decisive close above 26250 is needed to signal further upward momentum. Dips below Wednesday's low of 26060 are expected to attract buyers, with 26000 acting as a significant support zone.
Bank Nifty reached its target range of 60400-60600 and subsequently saw about 500 points in profit-taking. A confirmed close below yesterday's low today could indicate a short-term trend reversal for the index. Without such a development, the index is likely to experience sideways consolidation between 59800 and 60400.
Stock Picks: ABB, Fortis, Petronet
Hindocha rates ABB a buy, citing a bullish cup and handle breakout on daily charts following a 10-week sideways consolidation. The current trading price is ₹5299, with a recommended stop-loss at ₹5130 and a target price of ₹5700. An intermediate resistance is projected just above ₹5400, which the analyst believes the stock is poised to overcome given its chart structure.
Fortis is recommended for purchase at ₹941, with a stop-loss set at ₹914 and a target of ₹1030. The stock has recently found support at a trendline that has been in play for the past 12 months. Furthermore, a four-week consolidation breakout this week suggests potential for a short-covering rally towards the ₹1030 mark.
For Petronet, the buy recommendation comes with a current price of ₹294, a stop-loss at ₹283, and a target of ₹320. The stock has achieved an initial breakout from a 15-month falling trendline, allowing it to trade above the 200-day moving average this week. A strong, consecutive close is anticipated to attract further buying momentum.