Anand James of Geojit Investments sees potential for Nifty to hit 25,000, though warns that a drop below 24,280 may signal weakness. He expects defence stocks to sustain gains post-pullback and suggests buying Sonata Software, Sumitomo Chemicals, and Medanta on dips. Smallcaps remain under pressure, but a minor correction could reignite buying interest.
US stocks: US market closes down sharply after Fed holds rates unchanged
Wall Street experienced a sharp decline as the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates. AI-related chip stocks also saw further losses ahead of key earnings reports.