Key Takeaways
- The previous session's close is used as the reference point for today's trading.
- Nifty 50 pivot to watch is 24227.18 (R1 24269.82, R2 24307.78; S1 24189.22, S2 24146.58).
- KRONOX is the standout mover from the previous session, jumping from 155.16 to 186.19 (+20.00%).
- Market-wide Index Options PCR: Not available for this session.
Nifty 50 Support And Resistance Levels For 20 Aug 2026
Pivot: 24227.18
R1: 24269.82
R2: 24307.78
S1: 24189.22
S2: 24146.58
These are the reference levels for Nifty 50 based on the previous session's close. If price trades above Pivot, you might see resistance near R1 and R2; if price holds near S1 or S2, buyers could emerge at those supports. Remember, these are PREVIOUS session closing levels used as reference points for today's trading, not live intraday data.
Nifty Bank Pivot Levels For 20 Aug 2026
Pivot: 57543.55
R1: 57655.3
R2: 57814.7
S1: 57384.15
S2: 57272.4
Pivot levels for Nifty Bank are 57543.55 (Pivot), with above-pivot resistance at 57655.3 and 57814.7, and supports at 57384.15 and 57272.4.
Top 5 Gainers (EQ Series, Liquid Names Only) – 20 Aug 2026
| Gainer | Open | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRONOX | 155.16 | 186.19 | +20.00% |
| MYSORPETRO | 137.91 | 165.49 | +20.00% |
| CRSL | 2.58 | 3.09 | +19.77% |
| BALRAMCHIN | 650.8 | 767.1 | +17.87% |
| BANARISUG | 3617.4 | 4240.7 | +17.23% |
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Top 5 Losers (EQ Series, Liquid Names Only) – 20 Aug 2026
| Loser | Open | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| TECILCHEM | 10.24 | 9.14 | -10.74% |
| BTML | 8.72 | 7.92 | -9.17% |
| GCSL | 521.7 | 482.05 | -7.60% |
| MILKYMIST | 199.65 | 184.89 | -7.39% |
| WEL | 146.26 | 136.04 | -6.99% |
Note that these gains and losses reflect the prior session; all data is from the 20 Aug 2026 session and used as reference for today.
Market-Wide Index Options PCR For 20 Aug 2026
Market-wide Index Options PCR: Not available for this session.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Nifty 50 pivot and resistance levels for 20 Aug 2026?
Pivot: 24227.18; R1: 24269.82; R2: 24307.78; S1: 24189.22; S2: 24146.58.
What are the Nifty Bank pivot levels for 20 Aug 2026?
Pivot: 57543.55; R1: 57655.3; R2: 57814.7; S1: 57384.15; S2: 57272.4.
Which stocks were the top gainers on 20 Aug 2026?
KRONOX: 155.16 -> 186.19 (+20.00%); MYSORPETRO: 137.91 -> 165.49 (+20.00%); CRSL: 2.58 -> 3.09 (+19.77%); BALRAMCHIN: 650.8 -> 767.1 (+17.87%); BANARISUG: 3617.4 -> 4240.7 (+17.23%).
Which stocks were the top losers on 20 Aug 2026?
TECILCHEM: 10.24 -> 9.14 (-10.74%); BTML: 8.72 -> 7.92 (-9.17%); GCSL: 521.7 -> 482.05 (-7.60%); MILKYMIST: 199.65 -> 184.89 (-7.39%); WEL: 146.26 -> 136.04 (-6.99%).
What is the Market-wide Index Options PCR signal for 20 Aug 2026?
Market-wide Index Options PCR: Not available for this session.
Conclusion
Today’s opening will reference yesterday’s close through the Nifty 50 pivot at 24227.18, with resistance at 24269.82 and 24307.78 and support at 24189.22 and 24146.58. For Bank Nifty, pivot stands at 57543.55 with resistance at 57655.3 and 57814.7, and supports at 57384.15 and 57272.4.
The standout mover from the previous session was KRONOX, which rose from 155.16 to 186.19 (+20.00%), with MYSORPETRO also jumping to 165.49 (+20.00%). Since Market-wide PCR is not available for this session, traders should focus on the pivot framework and the momentum in the listed gainers as they enter the open. Open with an eye on 24269.82; a break above could push toward 24307.78, while a break below 24189.22 could see price tested at 24146.58.
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