Sensex, Nifty Open Lower; Banks Under Pressure, Volatility High | Aug 1, 2025
Sensex and Nifty open weak on August 1, 2025, tracking global selloff and persistent sector pressure. Banks and IT cautious. See key levels, market outlook, and trends.
Sensex, Nifty Open Lower; Banking and Market Caution Prevail | August 1, 2025, 9:10 AM IST
Indian equity benchmarks started the new month with mild losses on Friday, August 1, 2025, mirroring persistent weakness in global equities and risk aversion across Asia. Traders remain cautious in the aftermath of a broad selloff and in anticipation of further volatility.
Pre-Market Snapshot – 9:10 AM IST
| Index | Price | Change | % Chg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 24,734.90 | -33.45 | -0.14% |
| Sensex | 81,074.41 | -111.17 | -0.14% |
| Nifty Bank | 55,897.15 | -64.80 | -0.12% |
Latest Market Trends & Outlook
- Weak global cues: US and Asian shares retreated further as investor sentiment remained risk-off, pressured by global economic data, US tech earnings, and renewed trade concerns.
- Follow-through selling: After Thursday’s sharp correction, Indian stock indices extended their declines, with broad-based weakness in opening trades.
- Banks, IT cautious: Financials and technology stocks remained under pressure, reflecting sector rotation out of high-beta plays. Investors reluctant to make aggressive bets amid ongoing global volatility.
- Volatility theme: Elevated India VIX signals higher risk perception and the potential for large intraday swings. Caution and nimble positioning are advised.
- Sector watch: Focus remains on auto, FMCG, and defensives for stock-specific action, as market participants digest earnings and macro updates.
Predictions & What to Watch
- Key support and resistance: Nifty 50 faces immediate support at 24,600, with resistance around 24,800–24,900. Sensex could trend between 80,800–81,800; Bank Nifty bears watching if it breaks below 55,800, with a key resistance zone near 56,200.
- Global event risk: Eyes on US labor data, next round of domestic earnings, and FII flows for cues on whether the weakness will persist or see stabilization from bargain buying.
- Strategy: Prefer cautious, defensive positioning with tight stop-losses. Watch for positive divergence or reversal signals above resistance levels, but don’t aggressively chase the fall.
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