Indian benchmark indices opened the week on a subdued note, with mixed domestic and global cues weighing on market sentiment. The BSE Sensex closed at 81,508.46, down by 200.66 points (0.25%), while the NSE Nifty50 settled at 24,619, marking a decline of 58.80 points (0.24%). Despite the broader market’s cautious tone, certain stocks are likely to capture traders’ attention today. Here’s an analysis of three buzzing stocks—Tata Steel, AU Small Finance Bank, and Asian Paints—by Jigar S Patel, Technical Research Analyst at Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers.
AU Small Finance Bank is facing resistance near the Rs 600-603 zone, specifically around the R3 Camarilla pivot. Given the current technical setup, traders holding long positions should consider booking profits in this range. For fresh positions, a decisive daily close above Rs 603 would signal bullish momentum, making it a potential entry point. On the downside, strong support is expected around Rs 565, while the resistance remains intact at Rs 603. Over the next 4-5 trading sessions, the stock is likely to consolidate in the range of Rs 565-600, implying a sideways movement until a breakout occurs.
Asian Paints is currently exhibiting a bearish structure, with multiple tops formed near the Rs 3,500 mark. The stock has now slipped to around Rs 2,400, indicating strong resistance at higher levels and a downtrend. The next target could be Rs 2,300, where the stock may consolidate between Rs 2,300 and Rs 2,400. On the daily chart, the RSI is oversold, suggesting a possible technical bounce from lower levels. A buying opportunity could present itself around Rs 2,300, with a target recovery to Rs 2,500. Traders should place a stop-loss below Rs 2,200 on a daily closing basis to limit downside risks.
Tata Steel is currently facing significant resistance in the Rs 150-151 range, according to the R3 Camarilla pivot. This level has proven challenging for the stock, as upward momentum encounters selling pressure. Traders who have taken long positions should consider booking profits around this level to manage risk. Fresh buying should only be considered if the stock achieves a decisive daily close above Rs 151, indicating a continuation of the upward trend. On the downside, Tata Steel has support around Rs 146, which may act as a cushion. As the stock consolidates near the resistance zone, a break above Rs 151 would open up further upside potential.
