Markets Daily By Bajaj Broking: Global Support Keeps Market Sentiment Positive

Synopsis:

 

Markets showed cautious optimism with positive global cues and strong domestic participation. Nifty continues recovery above key levels, with resistance near 23,800. Volatility remains due to expiry and global uncertainty, while broader markets and multiple sectors supported the ongoing upward momentum.


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Global markets reflected a cautiously positive tone. U.S. equities ended slightly higher, supported by gains in energy, travel, and technology stocks. Market participants continue to expect that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged, although with a hawkish stance due to persistent inflation concerns.

In the commodities space, bond yields edged lower, gold registered marginal gains, while oil prices softened amid rising inventories.

Indian Market Outlook

Gift Nifty indicates a flat to slightly positive start for Indian markets. For today’s session, Nifty is expected to trade in the range of 23,350–23,800, suggesting a range-bound movement with a positive bias.

Market Recap: Previous Session

Indian benchmark indices extended gains for the second consecutive session on March 17. The Nifty sustained above the 23,550 mark, reflecting improving sentiment.

The Sensex advanced by 567.99 points (+0.75%) to close at 76,070.84

The Nifty gained 172.35 points (+0.74%) to settle at 23,581.15

Sectoral Performance

Markets witnessed broad-based buying across sectors. Most indices ended in the green, with the exception of FMCG (-0.7%) and IT (-1%).

Key outperformers included:

Capital Goods

Telecom

Auto

Infrastructure

Media

Metals

Realty

Private Banks

These sectors posted gains in the range of 1–2%.

Broader Markets

Broader markets also participated in the rally:

Nifty Midcap Index rose 1%

Small Cap Index gained 0.65%

Nifty Technical Outlook (Short-Term)

The Nifty formed a small bullish candle with shadows on both sides, indicating continuation of the pullback for the second straight session. However, volatility remains elevated due to weekly expiry and uncertain global cues.

The index has shown signs of recovery from oversold conditions after testing the key psychological support level of 23,000.

Key Levels to Watch

Upside Trigger: Sustaining above 23,346 may extend the pullback

Immediate Resistance: 23,700–23,800 (confluence of breakdown zone and 8-day EMA)

Key Support Zone: 22,700–22,400 (aligned with gap area and retracement levels)

Intraday Levels

Nifty Resistance: 23,690 | 23,800

Nifty Support: 23,450 | 23,330

Bank Nifty Resistance: 55,200 | 55,470

Bank Nifty Support: 54,450 | 54,100

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Global Support Keeps Market Sentiment Positive

Published Date : 18 Mar 2026

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This article is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market investments are subject to risks. DSIJ Wealth Advisory Private Limited is a SEBI-registered Research Analyst (Reg. No: INH000006396) and Investment Adviser (Reg. No: INA000001142). Please consult your financial adviser before investing. 

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