SBI Securities Names Top Buys: Nifty Eyes Record Highs Amid Earnings Watch

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SBI Securities Names Top Buys: Nifty Eyes Record Highs Amid Earnings Watch
Overview

Nifty is consolidating near its all-time high ahead of key Q3 earnings reports from Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank. Meanwhile, Bank Nifty continues its outperformance. SBI Securities highlights LTIMindtree and UltraTech Cement as top stock picks, detailing specific entry points and targets.

Nifty Navigates Crucial Juncture

The Nifty index is navigating a critical juncture, characterized by consolidation near its record highs set on January 5, 2026. Technical indicators reveal a market awaiting direction, with the daily RSI trading within a tight band and the 20-day EMA sloping downwards. This pause is largely attributed to the looming Q3 earnings season, with heavyweights like Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank set to report their results over the weekend. The direction of the broader market now hinges on these corporate disclosures and whether they can propel the index past the immediate resistance zone of 25900-25950.

Bank Nifty Sustains Momentum

In contrast, the Bank Nifty has continued its strong performance, outshining the broader market for a second consecutive week. The index has maintained its uptrend, holding above key moving averages, with momentum indicators showing strengthening bullish sentiment. The Bank Nifty-Nifty ratio has reached a significant 132-week high, underscoring the banking sector's relative strength. Anticipation surrounds the Q3 results from HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank, which could be pivotal for the index's next move, with key resistance eyed at 60400-60500.

LTIMindtree: Trend Breakout

SBI Securities identifies LTIMindtree Ltd as a prime stock pick. The IT services firm has demonstrated a decisive breakout from its downward-sloping trendline on the daily chart. Crucially, the stock has held above its 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) for seven sessions, with Friday’s move supported by a substantial increase in trading volumes. Momentum indicators, including a sharp rise in RSI above 60 and MACD crossing its signal line, signal strengthening bullish momentum. The recommendation is to accumulate in the ₹6,310-₹6,290 range, with a stop-loss at ₹6,110 and a target of ₹6,740.

UltraTech Cement: Building on Strength

UltraTech Cement (ULTRACEMCO) is another favored recommendation, having posted a significant bullish candle and closed above its previous swing high of ₹12,250, backed by strong volumes. The 50-day EMA has served as reliable support in recent sessions, aligning with the Bollinger Band midline. The widening of Bollinger Bands suggests an increase in volatility and the potential commencement of a trending move. With RSI near 68, bullish momentum is robust. Investors are advised to accumulate between ₹12,400-₹12,300, with a stop-loss at ₹11,900 and a near-term target of ₹13,260.

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