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Market Pulse: 4 August 2026 - Pre-Market Update

Market Pulse - Tuesday, 4 August, 2026
Nifty 24,774.3 (+1.60%) • FII Bought ₹1,015 Cr
Market Pulse Tuesday, 4 August, 2026
Market Snapshot
📊
Nifty 50
24,774.3
+1.60%
📈
Sensex
78,639.03
+0.70%
🏦
Bank Nifty
58,247.95
+1.72%

Yesterday, Indian markets closed with robust gains as the Nifty 50 surged by 1.60%, driven by strong buying across sectors. The Sensex also rose by 0.70%, buoyed by positive global cues and strong FII inflows. Bank Nifty led the rally with a 1.72% increase, supported by institutional buying and optimism around potential policy support. Market breadth was strong with 1170 advances against 567 declines, indicating broad-based buying interest.

The Big Story
📰 FEATURED

Govt launches LIC OFS to sell up to 6.5% stake at Rs 382/share; non-retail issue opens on Aug 4

Banking

LIC OFS could alter market liquidity; watch for investor response.

WHY IT MATTERS
LIC OFS could impact market liquidity and influence investor sentiment towards government disinvestment strategy.
Quick Takes
markets • mixed
Business news live: LIC OFS, Meesho stake sale, Arvind QIP; FII-DII flows, windfall tax in focus
Monitor LIC and Meesho for potential market liquidity shifts.
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markets
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade Wockhardt, Rail Vikas Nigam, Siemens, IndiGo, Grasim, Action Construction Equipment, and others on August 4?
Consider sector-specific strategies for short-term trading opportunities.
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global macro
Japan casts military buildup as path to economic prosperity
Consider potential defense sector opportunities.
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india macro • positive
India proposes tax relief for offshore funds using local managers
Expect increased foreign investment in Indian markets.
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india macro • positive
Smooth, timely, almost uneventful: Has income tax filing finally come of age?
Efficient tax filing may boost compliance and fiscal health.
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india macro
ITR filing 2026: How is freelance income taxed? Know the deductions you can claim before the August 31 deadline
Freelancers should review tax obligations to optimize deductions.
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FII / DII Activity
FII/FPI
Bought
₹1,015 Cr
DII
Bought
₹182 Cr

FIIs bought ₹1,015 Cr, DIIs bought ₹182 Cr today.

Market Breadth

Advances: 1170 · Declines: 567 · A/D Ratio: 2.06

Broad-based rally with strong market participation

Sector Performance
IT
+3.3%
FMCG
+1.7%
Bank
+1.7%
Metal
+1.5%
Auto
+1.5%
Fin Services
+1.5%
PSU Bank
+1.4%
Realty
+1.3%
Infra
+1.0%
Energy
+0.5%
Pharma
+0.5%
Media
-3.1%

IT, FMCG led gains while Pharma, Media underperformed. Defensive sectors outperforming suggests risk-off sentiment.

Top Gainers / Losers
Top Gainers
LTM +7.52%
JUBLFOOD +7.24%
APLAPOLLO +6.71%
DIVISLAB +6.57%
NATIONALUM +5.41%
Top Losers
MUTHOOTFIN -7.33%
CGPOWER -4.32%
GAIL -3.94%
IEX -3.21%
DELHIVERY -2.48%
Technical Levels
Nifty 50
Support 24,440 / 24,106
Resistance 24,560 / 24,346
Bank Nifty
Support 57,674
Resistance 58,076

Nifty is in sideways trend. Trading below 200 DMA suggests caution. Short-term momentum is positive.

Global Cues

 |  S&P Futures: +0.17%

Global cues mixed; expect range-bound opening

Commodities & Forex
Gold
₹1,42,900
-0.01%
Silver
₹2,16,506
-0.11%
USD/INR
Rs 95.32/USD
-0.01%
Macro / Economic Events
📌 RBI Monetary Policy Decision
Looking Ahead
👀 RBI Monetary Policy Decision

DISCLAIMER

This newsletter is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not investment advice. Markets are subject to risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Consult a registered financial advisor before making investment decisions. We are not registered investment advisors with SEBI or any other regulatory body.

AI DISCLOSURE: Some analysis is generated using AI technology and curated by our editorial team.

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