Market Insights
Market Sentiment
MILDLY POSITIVE
Sentiment Score
AI Summary: Nifty and Bank Nifty closed higher, VIX fell, and DII buying outweighed FII selling. Breadth looks constructive, with Banking, Auto, and Financial Services supporting sentiment, while IT and Pharma stayed weak.
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Market Snapshot (20 August 2026)
24,231.85
+153.55 (0.64%)
57,495.90
+256.15 (0.45%)
10.58
-0.74 (-6.57%)
1.1
Options data updated
FII DII Data (20-Aug-2026)
| Institution | Net Value ₹ Cr | Signal |
|---|---|---|
| FII/FPI | -583.36 | Selling |
| DII | +3,537.71 | Buying |
FII DII Interpretation
FIIs were net sellers of 583.36 crore, while DIIs bought 3537.71 crore. This shows domestic support is absorbing foreign outflows.
OI Data
| PCR Total | 1.1 |
| Max Call OI | 24500 CE |
| Max Put OI | 24000 PE |
| Call Writing | 24600 CE |
| Put Writing | 24200 PE |
OI Interpretation
Fresh OI data shows 24500 CE as max call OI and 24000 PE as max put OI, with call writing at 24600 CE and put writing at 24200 PE. PCR at 1.1 suggests balanced-to-slightly positive positioning.
VIX PCR Data
| Indicator | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| India VIX | 10.58 | -0.74 (-6.57%) |
| PCR | 1.1 | Options data updated |
VIX PCR Interpretation
India VIX fell to 10.58, indicating lower perceived volatility. PCR at 1.1 reflects a mildly constructive market tone.
Sector Strength View
| Strong Sectors | Banking, Auto, Financial Services |
|---|---|
| Weak Sectors | IT, Pharma |
AI Sector View: Banking, Auto, and Financial Services were strong; IT and Pharma were weak. Market tone is being led by cyclical and financial sectors.
Tomorrow Market Outlook
| Expected Bias | mildly positive |
| Volatility | Higher |
Outlook Summary: Near-term market tone appears mildly positive with support from domestic flows and low volatility, but foreign selling and sector rotation may keep moves selective.
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