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Geojit Investments Anand James suggests Nifty s pause is temporary, anticipating a rebound towards 25,200 if it holds above 24,850. He cautions a fall below 24,740 could trigger a deeper decline. He also anticipates Sensex volumes to remain unaffected by the expiry day swap. He recommends buying Engineers India and DCB Bank, setting specific targets and stop-loss levels.

Fractional ownership is transforming India s real estate market, granting retail investors access to premium commercial properties previously exclusive to institutions. This model lowers entry barriers, delivers consistent net yields of 7–8%, and offers professional management, ensuring stability and reduced operational burdens. It presents a compelling diversification avenue for investors seeking both income and long-term value.

Foreign investors are selling large-cap Indian stocks. They are reallocating to small and mid-caps. Domestic investors are supporting the market. Sectors like banks, infrastructure, and real estate may benefit from improved ratings. Business confidence is improving. US-Russia relations and GST reforms could influence investment. Consumption and defence sectors are also in focus.

In the Nifty500 pack, eight stocks closed below their 200-day moving average (DMA) on August 22, according to StockEdge’s technical scan data.

IndusInd Bank shares will be in focus after two key developments. CRISIL reaffirmed its long-term ratings at AA+/Negative on the lender’s debt instruments, covering Rs 55 billion worth of bonds, while retaining short-term ratings at A1+. Separately, NSE Indices announced its semi-annual reshuffle, under which IndusInd Bank will exit the Nifty50 from September 30, 2025.

Reliance Industries shares: RIL has fully acquired Nauyaan Shipyard Pvt Ltd in a ₹45.3 crore deal, completing its phased buyout from Welspun Corp. The shipyard is now a wholly owned step-down subsidiary of RIL.

RailTel Corporation of India will be in focus after securing a Rs 13.16 crore work order from the Rajasthan Skill & Livelihoods Development Corporation (RSLDC). The order, awarded on August 23, is for Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services and will be executed over two years. The company clarified the contract was awarded by a domestic entity with no related-party transactions.

Indian stock markets started the week positively. Sensex and Nifty both saw gains at the opening. Reliance Industries and IT sector stocks contributed to this upward trend. This mirrored positive movements in Asian markets. The positive sentiment followed signals from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. He hinted at a possible interest rate cut next month. This boosted investor confidence.

IDBI Bank s shares surged following SEBI s approval to reclassify LIC as a public shareholder after the government s divestment. LIC s voting rights will be capped at 10%, and it won t participate in management. This reclassification aligns with the ongoing divestment, where the government and LIC plan to sell a combined 60.72% stake.