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Watch Today's Market Outlook
Key Takeaways
- GIFT Nifty signals a positive opening with gains of around 148 points.
- FIIs remained sellers in the cash market, while DIIs continued strong buying.
- Bank of India posted a robust Q1 earnings performance.
- NTPC commissioned additional solar capacity and approved ₹12,000 crore NCD issuance.
- NBCC secured fresh PMC orders worth ₹108.85 crore.
- Several major companies, including BEL, Tata Power and Coforge, will announce Q1 results today.
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Stocks in News Today
Bank of India
Bank of India reported an impressive Q1 performance.
- Net profit surged 36% YoY to ₹3,068 crore
- Net Interest Income increased 13% to ₹6,833 crore
Strong earnings could keep the stock in focus.
NTPC
NTPC announced multiple positive developments.
- Commissioned 64.76 MW under the Khavda Solar PV Project.
- NTPC Group's installed capacity has reached 91,030 MW.
- Board approved issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) worth up to ₹12,000 crore.
The updates reinforce NTPC's long-term renewable energy expansion strategy.
NBCC
NBCC secured fresh project management consultancy (PMC) orders worth ₹108.85 crore.
Projects include:
- Boys' and girls' hostels in Odisha
- Clean Plant Centre laboratory and office building at ICAR-CITH, Srinagar
Maruti Suzuki
Maruti Suzuki launched the new Brezza Turbo Boosterjet, expanding its SUV portfolio and strengthening its premium offering.
Market Setup Today
Indian equities are expected to begin the week on a positive note after supportive global cues. US markets closed higher on Friday, crude oil prices cooled further, and GIFT Nifty indicates a strong gap-up opening. Despite continued FII selling, DII buying helped offset institutional pressure, while derivatives data remains broadly mixed with a slightly positive bias ahead of the monthly expiry.
Global Market Summary
- US markets closed mixed, with the Dow Jones gaining 235 points.
- Dow Futures are trading higher by nearly 287 points.
- Asian markets are trading mixed.
- GIFT Nifty: +148 points
FII & DII Data
Derivatives Data
- PCR: 0.89
- India VIX: 13.90 (+3.15%)
- Highest OI: 25000 CE & 23000 PE
- Max Pain: 23900
Overall derivatives positioning remains mixed, though options data indicates improving sentiment.
Q1 Results Today
F&O Stocks
These companies may witness increased volatility after their quarterly earnings announcements.
F&O Market Levels to Watch
Nifty
Nifty has bounced from the important support zone around 23,622.
Resistance
- 24,000–24,050
- 24,200–24,250
Support
- 23,770
- 23,650–23,600
Bank Nifty
Bank Nifty has rebounded from the psychological 56,000 level.
Resistance
- 57,000
- 57,300
- 57,700–58,000
Support
- 56,800
- 56,500
- 56,000
Corporate Actions - Ex-Date: 28 July 2026
Dividends
- Zydus Lifesciences
- Amara Raja Energy & Mobility
- Birla Cable
- CRISIL
- Deepak Nitrite
- DLF
- Persistent Systems
- Universal Cables
- Vindhya Telelinks
- Wipro
Dividend adjustments may influence stock prices on the ex-date.
What Our Research Team is Watching
Apart from today's news flow, market participants are closely watching:
- Monthly expiry positioning
- Institutional fund flows
- Crude oil movement
- Global equity trends
- Q1 earnings momentum
A sustained move above 24,000 could improve short-term market sentiment, while support near 23,600 remains crucial.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which stocks are in focus today?
Bank of India, NTPC, NBCC and Maruti Suzuki are among the major stocks in focus due to earnings, project wins and corporate developments.
Which companies will announce Q1 results today?
Key companies include BEL, Canara Bank, Coal India, Coforge, Tata Power, Indus Towers, Godfrey Phillips, Gravita, Home First Finance, HUDCO, Tata Chemicals and Tejas Networks.
What are today's important Nifty levels?
Immediate resistance lies at 24,000–24,050, followed by 24,200–24,250. Key support is placed at 23,770 and 23,650–23,600.
Why is NTPC in the news?
NTPC commissioned additional solar capacity under the Khavda project and approved raising up to ₹12,000 crore through NCDs.
Conclusion
Markets are set for a positive start backed by encouraging global cues and supportive derivative positioning. Investors should closely track Bank of India's earnings, NTPC's expansion updates, NBCC's order wins and today's Q1 earnings announcements, while keeping an eye on the important Nifty and Bank Nifty support and resistance levels.
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