Bulls in Waiting? Why Traders Are Eyeing Next Week with Bated Breath

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As July 2025 approaches its second weekend, the stock market in India is showing cautious optimism. With no weekday holiday to disrupt trade, investors are prepared for an allout week.

Trading Calendar Snapshot

NSE and BSE to close on weekends only: July 12–13, 19–20, and 26–27
No midweek July breaks or festive closures
Muharram is on July 7 but doesn't affect trading hours

Market Performance Summary:

Sensex dipped 321 points to end at 83,737 on Monday, and Nifty declined 82 points to 25,600
Car and banking industries led the slump, despite global indications being favorable
Both indices are 2.5% below their September 2024 highs

Professional Momentum Outlook:

LKP Securities analysts see significant support at 25,500 for Nifty; holding above this could trigger a bounce to 25,800
Bajaj Broking sees a bullish trend, aiming for 26,200 with a buyondips approach
Sector rotation to be expected, with IT and FMCG gaining traction during worldwide technology upswings

Investor Sentiment & Strategy

Individual investors need to watch during earnings season and macro data
Institutional flows are regular, and FIIs have reemerged interest for midcap stocks
Volatility can spike around inflation announcements and central bank comments across the globe

With relentless trading and technical support levels holding tight, next week could offer strategic entry points—providing global inputs are supportive and local earnings offer surprises.

Sources: Business Today, ABP Live, Samco, Sakshi Post, LatestLY