POST-MARKET SUMMARY 21st July 2025

On July 21, benchmark equity indices rebounded from a two-day decline, with the Nifty closing above 25,050 in a volatile session. The rally was driven by strong performances in Financial Services and Private Banks. Although the Nifty initially dipped below 24,900 for the first time since June 23, it made a strong recovery in the second half and finishing near the day’s high.

Among broader indices, the BSE Midcap index gained 0.6% while the Smallcap index remained flat. On the sectoral front, Auto, Private Banks, Financial Services, Realty and Metal sectors rose by 0.7% to 1.6%, whereas IT, PSU Bank, Oil & Gas and FMCG sectors saw declines ranging from 0.3% to 1%.

NIFTY: The index opened 31 points higher at 24,999 and made a high of 25,111 before closing at 25,090. Nifty has formed a bullish candle with a lower shadow on the daily chart. Its immediate resistance level is now placed at 25,150 while immediate support is at 25,000.

BANK NIFTY: The index opened 275 points higher at 56,558 and closed at 56,952. Bank Nifty has formed a bullish candle with a lower shadow on the daily chart. Its immediate resistance level is now placed around 57,100 while immediate support is around 56,600.

Stocks in Spotlight

▪ Mastek: Stock surged 7% after the IT player reported a 29% increase in net profit, reaching Rs 92 crore, while revenue rose 13% YoY to Rs 914.7 crore.

▪ ICICI Bank: Stock gained nearly 3% following the bank’s Q1 results, which showed a 16% rise in net profit to Rs 12,768.2 crore, along with an 11% YoY increase in net interest income to Rs 21,634.5 crore.

▪ Ircon International: Stock climbed over 2% after the company received a Letter of Award from Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd for a project valued at Rs 755.8 crore.

Global News

▪ Asia-Pacific markets largely closed higher on Monday, supported by steady Chinese lending rates and optimism surrounding trade developments.

▪ European shares had a sluggish start to the week as investors awaited updates on trade talks and the European Central Bank's policy meeting later this week.

▪ Oil prices slipped slightly, with the latest European sanctions on Russian oil expected to have a minimal impact on supply. Meanwhile, U.S. tariffs continued to fuel concerns over demand.

▪ Gold prices strengthened on Monday, boosted by a weaker U.S. dollar, as investors sought clarity on trade developments ahead of the August 1 U.S. tariff deadline.

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