The December weekly closing formed a neutral candle, reflecting indecisiveness in the market due to the holiday season. Short-term support is around 23,200–23,300, with potential declines toward 22,900–22,600. On the upside, the 24,500–25,000 range serves as a strong resistance, with the 25,000 level having significant call option open interest, making it unlikely to be breached soon.
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Equity benchmarks closed the last week on a subdued note, ending with modest losses amid heightened volatility. The current holiday-shortened week is expected to be
April 15, 2025