The near-term uptrend of Nifty continues to hold strong. Although Nifty is consolidating at higher levels, there is no indication of a significant reversal pattern forming at these highs. A further upward movement could push Nifty towards the 24,900 mark next week. Immediate support is positioned at 24,450 levels, according to Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities.
Sugar stocks rally continues: Balrampur Chini, Dhampur Sugar, Uttam Sugar Mills rally up to 4%. Two big triggers
Sugar stocks rallied as domestic sugar prices surged sharply over the past month. Government data showed retail prices rising from Rs 48.18/kg on July 20