The Nifty’s near-term trend remains weak, with the lower tops and bottoms pattern intact. The current pullback aligns with a potential new lower top, pending confirmation. A decisive move above 23,300-23,350 could strengthen the upside, while 23,050 serves as key support. Nagaraj Shetti of HDFC Securities highlights these crucial levels for market direction.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Fixed income attractive with rate cuts ahead; 20–40% allocation advisable for risk hedge, says Tanvi Kanchan
Amidst market volatility, Anand Rathi’s Tanvi Kanchan suggests a 20%-40% fixed income allocation for portfolio stability. She anticipates a stock-specific market in FY26, driven by