Indian equity markets are set for a positive open, with GIFT Nifty signaling early gains ahead of the regular session. The immediate focus for traders is the 24,250, 24,300 zone, which is shaping up as the key resistance band for the day. Price action around this level will define near-term directional bias. A sustained move above 24,300 could accelerate buying toward the 24,750, 24,800 range, representing meaningful upside from current levels. Failure to clear that ceiling, however, risks reigniting selling pressure and stalling the recovery. Traders should watch for volume confirmation on any breakout attempt, as conviction above resistance will be the critical variable separating a genuine rally from a false move. The session's open and early price behavior near resistance will set the tone for broader market direction in the near term.
The Indian government has launched an OFS to sell up to 6.5% of its LIC stake, opening for non-retail investors on August 4, 2026, at a floor price of Rs 382 per share, about 11% below Monday's close. The discounted offering is likely to pressure LIC shares in the near term as supply increases sharply.
More than a dozen major Indian companies including Bharti Airtel, ONGC, Pidilite, Nykaa, DLF, and Ather Energy report April-June 2026 earnings on August 4. Results span telecom, energy, consumer goods, real estate, and EV sectors, giving markets a broad read on corporate health mid-earnings season.
Amazon shares hit a new all-time high Monday, pushing its market cap above $3 trillion following a sustained post-earnings rally. The milestone places Amazon among the very few companies globally to reach this valuation, with investor focus on AWS and advertising growth driving the move.
Sensex Gains 500 Points as Oil Falls on Iran Talks
The Sensex rose around 500 points and the Nifty crossed 24,500 on Monday after Donald Trump announced talks with Iran, pushing oil prices lower. IndiGo, ITC, FMCG, and metals led the gains as cheaper crude eased cost and inflation concerns.