Strong GDP data fails to impress markets as markets fall from day's highs
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Market Overview
Nifty opened sharply higher on optimism over strong Q2 GDP data, touching fresh all-time highs near 26,325, but the bounce did not sustain. The index tested 26,330–26,325 zone within the first hour, before gradually losing steam through the session. By the afternoon, Nifty drifted lower, eventually settling at 26,175.75, down 27.20 points (-0.10 %), reflecting indecision among participants.
Looking ahead, focus will stay on global cues, interest-rate expectations abroad (especially U.S.), and upcoming domestic developments, including the policy decision from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Broader markets showed modest weakness today. At close, Sensex fell 64.77 points (-0.08 %) to 85,641.90, while many mid- and small-cap stocks underperformed. The broader market breadth was weak with 1328 stocks advancing, 1727 declining, and 110 unchanged.
Broader Market Performance:
Auto stocks bucked the general trend; the Nifty Auto index outperformed, rising ~0.8 % on strong volume and auto-sales data, while sectors such as realty, consumer durables, and pharma lagged, dragging overall sentiment.
Here’s the trend of FII-DII activity from the last 5 days:
Change in OI for the day
The following is the change in OI for Nifty contracts expiring on 2nd December:
The maximum Call OI is at 26,500, followed by 26,300, indicating a clear resistance zone between 26,300 and 26,500. The large build-up of call writers at these strikes suggests traders expect upside to be capped in this region.
On the Put side, the highest Put OI is at 26,000, with additional interest at 26,100 and 26,200. This creates a support band between 26,000 and 26,200, where put writers are likely to defend the downside.
Note: OI is subject to multiple interpretations, but generally, an increase in Call OI indicates resistance in a falling market, and an increase in Put OI indicates support in a rising market.
Source: Sensibull
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What’s happening in India
Atomberg Technologies, backed by Temasek, is considering an IPO that could raise around $200 million. The smart-appliance maker is exploring a listing to support expansion and strengthen its position in India’s consumer electronics market. Dive deeper
India’s gross GST collections grew 0.7% in November to ₹1.70 lakh crore, as domestic revenues fell 2.3% following recent rate cuts on 375 items. Import-linked GST rose 10.2% to ₹45,976 crore, partly offsetting the weakness in domestic collections. Dive deeper
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has raised its stake in Cipla to 7.055%, buying shares between July and November 2025, using a recent dip in Cipla’s stock as an entry point. Dive deeper
Hyundai Motor India shares gained after the company posted strong November sales, with both domestic demand and exports showing healthy momentum. The auto maker reported a 14.3% year-on-year (YoY) rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,572 crore for the quarter ended September 2025, up from Rs 1,375 crore in the same period last year. Dive deeper
Mahindra & Mahindra’s SUV sales to dealers rose 22% in November, supported by strong demand following the GST cut on larger-engine SUVs. Dive deeper
India’s manufacturing PMI slipped to 56.6 in November, its weakest pace since February, as softer new orders and slowing export demand signaled easing momentum. Dive deeper
The rupee held near record lows around 89.5 per USD despite stronger-than-expected 8.2% GDP growth, weighed down by importer dollar demand, trade imbalances, and foreign outflows. Dive deeper
NCC is set to be in focus after announcing fresh orders worth ₹2,792.43 crore secured in November. The new contracts add to the company’s execution pipeline and support its ongoing growth momentum. Dive deeper
What’s happening globally
Gold rose to about $4,240/oz, a six-week high, as rising expectations of a US rate cut and weak economic data boosted safe-haven demand. Dive deeper
Brent crude rose to about $63.5 a barrel after OPEC+ reaffirmed its plan to halt production increases in Q1, easing supply concerns. Dive deeper
US stock futures declined as investors grew cautious ahead of Fed Chair Powell’s remarks, despite major indexes having their best week since June. Dive deeper
Japan’s 10-year bond yield rose above 1.85%, the highest since 2006, as expectations for a BOJ rate hike strengthened following Governor Ueda’s latest comments. Dive deeper
Airbus said nearly all of the roughly 6,000 A320-family jets flagged for a flight-control software issue have now been modified, with fewer than 100 still awaiting fixes. Dive deeper
Silver rose above $57 per ounce to a new record high, supported by supply concerns, near-decade-low inventories in China, and expectations of a US rate cut. Dive deeper
China’s manufacturing PMI slipped to 49.9 in November, signaling a mild contraction as output and new orders stagnated and firms cut jobs and purchases. Dive deeper
Management chatter
In this section, we highlight interesting comments made by the management of major companies and policymakers from the Indian and Global Economies.
President Droupadi Murmu on expanding India’s footwear industry and export potential:
“India is a major footwear exporter of the world, but to further boost our exports, the footwear business needs to be expanded even more.”
“Huge opportunities are there for the businesses in the fast-growing sports and non-leather sectors.”
“Exports are four times more than imports and it would increase further; India ranks second in footwear production and consumption, and I hope the country will become the global leader in this segment.” - Link
Manish Sonthalia on mid- and small-cap equities:
“The ongoing decline in mid- and small-cap stocks … may present a lucrative buying opportunity.”
“This correction may turn out to be one of the best accumulation phases in years for these segments.” - Link
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Calendars
In the coming days, we have the following significant events and corporate actions:
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