11th August Market Report

📊 Pre-Market Pulse – Monday, 11 August 2025

Fear & Greed Index

The Fear & Greed Index has slipped to 20.05, indicating deep Extreme Fear in the market. This marks a further drop from last week’s readings and signals that investor sentiment is currently dominated by risk aversion. Historically, such levels often precede oversold bounces, but the underlying caution suggests only selective, risk-managed entries.

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How Indian & Asian Markets Started Today

Indian markets opened with a cautious uptick as GIFT Nifty gained 48.5 points in pre-open trade, hinting at a potential recovery. However, the session quickly turned negative as Sensex dropped 765 points (-0.95%) and Nifty 50 fell 232.85 points (-0.95%), breaking below the 24,400 mark for the first time since May 7, 2025.
In Asia, the tone was mixed — Nikkei 225 jumped 1.85% on strong tech buying, Hang Seng rose 0.12%, Kospi edged up 0.04%, while markets like China’s mainland exchanges remained subdued. Investors across the region are watching upcoming US inflation data and the August 12 US-China trade deadline.

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FII & DII Last Day’s Performance & Intentions

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued their selling streak, recording net outflows of ₹1,932.8 crore on August 8. This extends a multi-week trend of FII profit-booking and risk reduction amid global uncertainties and a stronger USD.
In contrast, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) were net buyers with ₹7,723.7 crore inflows, cushioning the market from sharper declines. DIIs appear to be selectively accumulating blue-chip and defensive sectors, indicating their belief in medium-term stability despite short-term volatility.

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Options Data – Nifty & Bank Nifty

Nifty 50:

• Max Call OI: 25,000 (1.24 cr), then 24,500 (1.1 cr), 24,600 (1.04 cr)
• Max Put OI: 24,000 (56.94 lakh), then 24,500 (47.86 lakh), 24,300 (47.12 lakh)
• PCR: 0.66 – lowest since July 28 (bearish bias)

Bank Nifty:

• Max Call OI: 57,000 (22.96 lakh), then 56,000 (14.27 lakh), 55,500 (10.27 lakh)
• Max Put OI: 57,000 (13.32 lakh), then 54,000 (9.83 lakh), 55,000 (9.33 lakh)
• PCR: Neutral at key strike, showing balance between bulls and bears.

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Today’s Top 5 Winners & Losers – Sectors & Stocks

Top Winning Sectors:

1. Telecom (Bharti Airtel strength)
2. Power (NTPC, GAIL gains)
3. Healthcare (Global Health rally)
4. Infrastructure (Kalpataru Projects)
5. FMCG (Pidilite resilience)

Top Losing Sectors:

1. Metals & Mining (Vedanta, Sandur Manganese fall)
2. Realty (Brigade Enterprises profit booking)
3. IT (KPIT Technologies correction)
4. Energy (Oil-linked weakness in Suzlon)
5. Auto Ancillaries (TVS Motor dip)

Top 5 Gainers (NSE)

• Global Health (+7.25%)
• Indian Energy Exchange (+5.83%)
• Bharti Airtel (+2.93%)
• PG Electroplast (+1.03%)
• Nuvama Wealth Management (+0.47%)

Top 5 Losers (NSE)

• Kalpataru Projects (-10.64%)
• GAIL (-9.91%)
• Kalyan Jewellers (-9.5%)
• Piramal Pharma (-9.06%)
• Godrej Consumer Products (-5.97%)

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Top 5 Fundamental News

1. Shilpa Medicare – First globally to launch NAFLD treatment drug in India for 188 million potential patients.
2. H.G. Infra Engineering – Secured ₹2,195.68 crore contract to redevelop New Delhi Railway Station.
3. BEML – Won maiden overseas metro retrofit project from Malaysia worth USD 1 million.
4. KPIT Technologies – Announced strategic acquisitions including Helm.ai for AI-driven automotive solutions.
5. JSW Energy – Commissioned final 80 MW unit of Kutehr Hydro Project in Himachal, reaching full capacity.

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Commodity Update – Gold, Silver & Crude Oil

• Gold: $3,376/oz ▼ (-0.2%) – Fell after tariff news on Swiss gold bars.
• Silver: $38.00/oz (approx) – Mild weakness following gold’s decline.
• Brent Crude Oil: $66.59/bbl ▼ (-4%) – Dropped on expectations of higher supply.
• WTI Crude Oil: ~$63.88/bbl – Slight decline in tandem with Brent.

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Market Bulletin Highlights

• Selling Pressure: Nifty fell to 3-month lows; six straight weekly declines (-5% over the period).
• Global Cues: US markets closed higher on tech-led rally; Nasdaq +0.98%, S&P 500 +0.78%, Dow +0.47%.
• Currency & Commodities: Rupee hit 87.98 before recovering to 87.44.
• Events to Watch: US & India inflation data, US-China trade deadline (Aug 12), Trump-Putin meeting (Aug 15).

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Nifty 50 Technical View

• Closed at 24,363 (-232 pts), breaking 100-day EMA.
• Pattern: Bearish candle, lower highs and lower lows.
• Indicators: RSI 33.58 (near oversold), MACD negative.

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Bank Nifty Technical View

• Closed at 55,005 (-0.93%), forming a bearish engulfing pattern.
• RSI 33.25 (oversold zone), MACD negative.

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Current IPOs

• Medistep Healthcare: ₹43-50, ₹16.10 Cr
• Icodex Publishing Solutions: ₹98-102, ₹42.03 Cr
• Sawaliya Food Products: ₹114-120, ₹34.83 Cr
• Star Imaging & Path Lab: ₹135-142, ₹69.47 Cr
• JSW Cement: ₹139-147, ₹3,600 Cr
• ANB Metal Cast: ₹148-156, ₹49.92 Cr
• Connplex Cinemas: ₹168-177, ₹90.27 Cr
• All Time Plastics: ₹260-275, ₹400.60 Cr
• Bluestone Jewellery & Lifestyle: ₹492-517, ₹1,540.65 Cr

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Word of the Day – Double Bottom

A bullish reversal chart pattern with two similar troughs, indicating strong support and potential trend change from bearish to bullish.

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Economic Calendar – Monday, 11 August 2025

India:

• 12:00 PM IST – RBI Weekly Statistical Supplement
• 02:30 PM IST – Foreign Exchange Reserves
• 03:30 PM IST – India 10-Year Bond Auction

United States:

• 06:00 PM IST (8:30 AM EST) – Initial Jobless Claims
• 07:00 PM IST (9:30 AM EST) – Trade Balance (July)
• 08:30 PM IST (11:00 AM EST) – Wholesale Inventories

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Disclaimer

This report is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, recommendations, or an offer to buy/sell any securities. While efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, the information is based on sources believed to be reliable but cannot be guaranteed. Market conditions can change rapidly, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Investors should conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. The author and publisher assume no liability for any direct or indirect losses arising from the use of this report.