Senior Technical & Derivative analyst at LKP Securities, Kunal Shah, has said the range of the Indian markets for the expiry week is 17,500-17,800, and a move outside of this range would be decisive. Shah added that if the Nifty50 retains 17,500, the upward trend would resume, possibly towards 18,000-18,200. In terms of the IT industry, Shah suggested avoiding the sector and capitalising on any pullback rallies to exit or establish new short positions.
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August 22, 2026