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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday
Economic Times 9 hrs ago·30 Aug 2026, 11:26 am
Indian equities staged a recovery on Friday, with heavyweights in the Information Technology sector leading the charge to lift the Sensex and Nifty after a two-day losing streak. This rally was driven by positive sentiment in global markets, which helped offset some of the domestic volatility. However, the gains were not enough to push the indices past key resistance levels.
For investors, the market is currently in a consolidation phase. Analysts predict a range-bound movement, meaning the index will likely move sideways between a support level near 23,900 and a resistance level near 24,200. This environment suggests that while the immediate downtrend has paused, the path ahead remains choppy due to mixed global cues and ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Looking ahead, market participants should keep a close watch on global cues and the movement of IT stocks. These factors will be critical in determining whether the market can break through its current range or if it will continue to trade sideways. Investors should remain cautious and focus on stock-specific movements rather than broad market trends.
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