Sensex, Nifty Trim Gains as Profit Booking and FII Outflows Temper Market Rally
The Indian equity markets witnessed a period of correction on Thursday after the benchmark indices booked profits from their sharp early rally. Despite significant initial gains, both the Sensex and Nifty finished by trimming their ascent due to profit-taking investors, persistent foreign fund outflows, and the dynamics of weekly derivatives expiry.Performance Snapshot: Trimming Early Gains
The market opened strong, with the Sensex surging 526.61 points or 0.68 percent to reach 77,449.25 in an early trade. The broader Nifty also climbed 153.60 points or 0.63 percent, hitting a peak of 24,159.45.However, sentiment shifted as the indices pared back some momentum later in the session. By midday, the Sensex was trading at 77,234.59, marking a decline from its high. Similarly, the Nifty settled at 24,099.70, posting a smaller gain compared to the morning's enthusiasm.
Key Factors Limiting Market Momentum
The decision by investors to take profits after the strong opening rally was a primary factor in capping further gains. This selling pressure followed Wednesday's positive session, where the Sensex closed at 76,922.64 and the Nifty advanced to 24,005.85.Adding weight to the caution was sustained net selling from Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs). FIIs were reported as net sellers on Wednesday, offloading equities worth Rs 1,140.50 crore in the previous session.
The weekly derivatives expiry for Sensex contracts on Thursday also contributed to increased intraday volatility. These expiry sessions typically see heightened trading activity as traders manage or roll over their positions, leading to sharp swings across benchmark indices.
Expert View on Technical Outlook
Anand James, Chief Market Strategist at Geojit Investments, shared his view on the near-term prospects for the market. He noted that while the previous day's rally had not breached the 24000 vicinity, a higher VWAP provides basis for an extended upside trend.The expert suggests that the region of 24170 is expected to present an initial challenge for the Nifty. However, he maintained that prospects appear strong up towards 24600, provided downward movements remain contained above the 23970 level.
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