Nifty — The index opened on a strong note and exhibited strength throughout the day’s trading session. It ended the session with a gain of 214 points.
Support & Resistance — The index closed above the 10 dma = 5934 and 20 dma = 5869. Intra day declines should find support around the 5934-5869 band. On the upside, the index faces resistance around 6012 and 6185 level.
Conclusion — Expect test of 6012, break above 6012 can see further strength
Shares of media and entertainment companies may attract investors' attention with films like "Taare Zameen Par" and " Welcome" doing well. While TZP is co-produced by PVR, Welcome is being distributed by the Network 18 group. Multiplex operators such as Inox, Adlabs and Shringar Cinemas could also gain.
Victory of Narendra Modi in Gujarat is perceived to be very positive for Adani Group. Keep an eye on Adani Enterprise and Mundara Port.
Ambalal Sarabhai Enterprises Ltd.
Go positive in this counter for a mid term target 52.00
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