Nifty 50 Daily Analysis — 2026-08-18
Session: ClosingLatest
- Close
- 24.154,90
- Change
- -0,87%
- 1W Change
- -1,75%
- 20D Change
- -0,35%
- EMA20
- 24.343,69
- EMA50
- 24.187,20
- EMA200
- 24.453,38
- RSI (14)
- 45,0
- ATR (14)
- 193,49
- Volatility (20D)
- 9,98%
- Distance from 20D High
- -2,50%
- Advancers
- —
- Decliners
- —
- Volume
- 0
- VIX
- 16,02
- US10Y
- 4,70%
- DXY
- 99,61
The index closed lower with a modest decline, reflecting cautious sentiment. Momentum indicators suggest a slightly bearish tilt.
Market Drivers
The move is driven by broad risk-off sentiment, with weakness in global cues and a lack of sector leadership.
Trend Interpretation
Price is trading below key short-term and long-term moving averages, indicating a corrective phase. Momentum is weak but not oversold.
Risk Factors
Key risks include sustained selling pressure and a potential breakdown below recent support levels. Volatility remains elevated.
Bullish
A bullish scenario would see the index reclaiming its short-term moving averages and building on any positive momentum, supported by improving market breadth.
Neutral
A neutral scenario involves range-bound action with the index oscillating around its moving averages, awaiting a directional catalyst.
Risk
In a risk scenario, the index could extend its decline if selling pressure intensifies, leading to a test of lower support zones.