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Technical Breakdown & Expert Warnings
The sharp decline confirmed bearish trends across timeframes, with analysts warning of further downside. Nandish Shah of HDFC Securities noted a sustained break below key 200-day averages at 25,160 (EMA) and 25,113 (SMA) could send the Nifty towards 24,800-24,900.
He added that the earlier support band of 25,470 to 25,500 is now likely to act as resistance on any upward movement.
Bearish Momentum & Geopolitical Factors
Bears have firmly regained control of the market. Rupak De of LKP Securities pointed to strong institutional selling and ongoing transatlantic trade tensions as key drivers. Supports appear fragile, with technical indicators showing a bearish crossover and approaching oversold territory.
He identified immediate support around the 25,100 to 25,150 range, suggesting a potential pullback if this zone holds. Nilesh Jain of Centrum Broking echoed this caution, noting that while a short-term rebound is possible, the overall bearish setup will persist unless the Nifty breaks decisively back above 25,580. A fall below 25,100 could accelerate losses toward 24,800.
Broader Market Collapse & Rupee Pressure
The widespread selling pressure was not confined to the benchmark index. All sectoral indices closed lower, with realty, consumer durables, and auto stocks suffering the most. The broader indices also faced significant pressure, with the Nifty Midcap 100 falling 2.62% and the Nifty Smallcap 100 plunging 2.85%.
Adding to the gloom, the Indian rupee extended its losing streak, depreciating 6 paise to 90.97 against the dollar. Despite Reserve Bank of India interventions, weak dollar inflows, stalled trade talks, and corporate demand kept the rupee under pressure.