Market Outlook 25 August – Key Stocks & Pre-Market Trends

Market Outlook 25 August

Good morning and welcome to a fresh trading week! The Market Outlook 25 August points to a cautious start after a sharp fall on Friday.

The Nifty 50 slipped 222 points (-0.89%) and closed at 24,861.30. The Sensex dropped 671 points (-0.82%) to settle at 81,328.77. The selling pressure was strong in the Bank Nifty, which fell 603 points (-1.08%) to 55,151.75. The Nifty IT index also lost 290 points (-0.81%), while SmallCaps ended weaker by 0.31%.

Global market signals, crude oil price swings, and institutional flows will set the tone for this week. Traders will closely watch if the indices can hold their key support levels. Monday’s opening trade will decide whether the market rebounds or extends last week’s weakness.

Index Technical View – Market Outlook 25 August

(Analysis as per Equity Pandit)

📉 Sensex (81,307)
Equity Pandit notes that Sensex entered a negative trend in the last session. Traders can look to go short with a stoploss at 82,278 on a daily closing basis. The index will stay bearish as long as it trades below this level.

• Support levels: 81,068 • 80,829 • 80,366
• Resistance levels: 81,770 • 82,233 • 82,472
• Tentative range: 80,654 – 81,959

📉 Nifty 50 (24,870)
Nifty also turned bearish in the previous session. Short positions are suggested with a stoploss at 25,169 on daily closing. The index remains weak below this mark.

• Support levels: 24,791 • 24,712 • 24,566
• Resistance levels: 25,017 • 25,164 • 25,243
• Tentative range: 24,668 – 25,071

📉 Bank Nifty (55,149)
Bank Nifty followed the same trend, slipping deeper into weakness. Traders can short with a stoploss at 55,916 on daily closing. Sentiment stays negative unless the index crosses this level.

• Support levels: 54,920 • 54,690 • 54,277
• Resistance levels: 55,562 • 55,975 • 56,204
• Tentative range: 54,646 – 55,652

👉 According to Equity Pandit, all three major indices—Sensex, Nifty, and Bank Nifty—are locked in a bearish trend for now. The Market Outlook 25 August suggests that traders should watch support zones closely for signs of stability.

News & Stocks That May Impact – Market Outlook 25 August

🏥 KIMS Healthcare Targets Strong Growth

Details: Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) expects 25–30% annual revenue growth over the next 3–4 years, backed by strategic hospital expansions in Bengaluru and Thane. CMD Dr. Bhaskar Rao said that a higher share of complex, high-margin procedures will further support profitability. Importantly, debt is under control with a Debt-to-EBITDA ratio below 1:1, ensuring financial stability.
Stocks Impacted:

• KIMS Healthcare (KIMS) – Positive outlook, growth story may attract institutional investors.
• Apollo Hospitals, Narayana Hrudayalaya, Fortis – Peer comparison could drive re-rating across the sector.

📉 CBI Probe on Reliance Communications

Details: The CBI has registered a case against Reliance Communications (RCOM) for alleged bank fraud exceeding ₹2,000 crore, with searches carried out at offices and promoter Anil Ambani’s premises. Banks had already marked these loans as “fraud,” but the probe keeps the group under negative spotlight.
Stocks Impacted:

• Reliance Communications (RCOM) – Already penny stock, but may see fresh selling pressure.
• Reliance Capital & Other ADAG Companies – Sentimentally negative due to promoter group association.
• Banks with legacy exposure (IDBI, PNB, etc.) – Limited impact since loans already classified.

🌍 Decline in Export Rejections

Details: India’s exports faced 12.5% fewer rejections in June 2025 compared to June 2024, according to MoS Commerce Jitin Prasada. This drop highlights better product quality due to government-led initiatives and stricter compliance checks. Sectors like pharma, processed foods, and textiles are major beneficiaries as global buyers show more confidence.
Stocks Impacted:

• Pharma (Sun Pharma, Cipla, Dr Reddy’s, Biocon) – Positive as lower rejections improve global trust.
• Agri & Processed Food Exporters (LT Foods, KRBL) – Boost to export-driven revenues.
• Textiles (Arvind, Welspun India) – Higher acceptance rate could lift order flows.

🚧 PM Modi Unveils ₹13,000 Crore Bihar Projects

Details: Prime Minister Modi inaugurated multiple infra projects worth ₹13,000 crore in Bihar, including the 600 MW Buxar Thermal Power Plant, cancer hospitals, bridges, and drinking water facilities under AMRUT 2.0. A key highlight is the Aunta-Simaria bridge on the Ganga, which will reduce heavy-vehicle travel by 100 km, improving logistics and trade.
Stocks Impacted:

• Infra (L&T, NCC, Dilip Buildcon) – Likely beneficiaries from road & bridge contracts.
• Cement (Ultratech, Shree Cement, Dalmia Bharat) – Demand boost from large-scale construction.
• Power (NTPC, Tata Power, JSW Energy) – Sector sentiment positive with new thermal project commissioning.

✈️ IndiGo & Max Healthcare to Join Nifty 50

Details: From 30 September 2025, InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) and Max Healthcare will enter the Nifty 50 index, replacing IndusInd Bank and Hero MotoCorp. This reshuffle is expected to drive ETF & index fund inflows worth ~$950 million (IndiGo $537M, Max $412M). On the flip side, IndusInd Bank and Hero MotoCorp could witness outflows.
Stocks Impacted:

• IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation) – Strong inflows may push stock higher in short term.
• Max Healthcare – Expected institutional buying could trigger re-rating.
• IndusInd Bank, Hero MotoCorp – May face pressure due to passive fund exits.

⚓ Reliance Expands in Shipbuilding

Details: Reliance Industries’ subsidiary Nauyaan Tradings Pvt Ltd acquired the remaining 6.1% stake in Nauyaan Shipyard for ₹45.32 crore, making it a wholly owned subsidiary. This strengthens RIL’s presence in shipbuilding, repair, and maritime infrastructure, an area with long-term strategic potential.
Stocks Impacted:

• Reliance Industries (RIL) – Strengthens diversification into infrastructure & logistics.
• Shipping & Ports (Cochin Shipyard, Mazagon Dock, Adani Ports) – Could gain market attention as sector sentiment improves.

The Market Outlook 25 August highlights strong themes: healthcare expansion (KIMS, Max Healthcare), aviation inflows (IndiGo), infra & energy push (Bihar projects, Reliance shipbuilding), and regulatory overhangs (RCOM probe). Traders should watch these sectors closely for short-term moves and long-term opportunities.

IPO Update – Market Outlook 25 August

As the market gears up for the new week, the IPO space continues to stay in focus with several mainboard and SME issues either open, closing soon, or heading for listing. In today’s Market Outlook 25 August, here’s a quick snapshot of the active IPOs and their grey market performance (GMP), which often reflects investor sentiment ahead of listing.

Mainboard IPOs

IPO Name	Open Date	Close Date	Listing Date	GMP (Listing Gain)
Vikran Engineering	26-Aug	29-Aug	3-Sep	₹18 (18.56%)
Anlon Healthcare	26-Aug	29-Aug	3-Sep	₹– (0.00%)
Mangal Electrical	20-Aug	22-Aug	28-Aug	₹15 (2.67%)
Gem Aromatics	19-Aug	21-Aug	26-Aug	₹28 (8.62%)
Vikram Solar	19-Aug	21-Aug	26-Aug	₹38.5 (11.60%)
Patel Retail	19-Aug	21-Aug	26-Aug	₹47 (18.43%)
Shreeji Shipping Global	19-Aug	21-Aug	26-Aug	₹34 (13.49%)

SME IPOs

IPO Name	Open Date	Close Date	Listing Date	GMP (Listing Gain)
Infraprime Logistics	—	—	—	₹– (0.00%)
Snehaa Organics	29-Aug	2-Sep	5-Sep	₹15 (12.30%)
Sugs Lloyd	29-Aug	2-Sep	5-Sep	₹– (0.00%)
Abril Paper Tech	29-Aug	2-Sep	5-Sep	₹– (0.00%)
Oval Projects Engineering	28-Aug	1-Sep	4-Sep	₹– (0.00%)
Current Infraprojects	26-Aug	29-Aug	3-Sep	₹40 (50.00%)
Sattva Engineering	26-Aug	29-Aug	3-Sep	₹15 (20.00%)
NIS Management	25-Aug	28-Aug	2-Sep	₹7 (6.31%)
Globtier Infotech	25-Aug	28-Aug	2-Sep	₹– (0.00%)
Shivashrit Foods	22-Aug	26-Aug	1-Sep	₹5 (3.52%)
Classic Electrodes	22-Aug	26-Aug	1-Sep	₹20 (22.99%)
Anondita Medicare	22-Aug	26-Aug	1-Sep	₹65 (44.83%)
ARC Insulation	21-Aug	25-Aug	29-Aug	₹17 (13.60%)
LGT Business Connextions	19-Aug	21-Aug	26-Aug	₹– (0.00%)
Studio LSD	18-Aug	20-Aug	25-Aug	₹– (0.00%)

The IPO calendar this week looks active, with Current Infraprojects and Anondita Medicare drawing strong GMP premiums, indicating investor enthusiasm. Listings of Vikram Solar, Patel Retail, and Shreeji Shipping Global on 26 August will also be closely tracked, as they may set the tone for upcoming issues.

Stock in Radar – Market Outlook 25 August

Supriya Lifescience Ltd (BUY) — Research by Deven Choksey

Supriya Lifescience is in focus after a weak Q1FY26, but analysts at Deven Choksey Research remain bullish, expecting a strong recovery in H2.

Stock Snapshot

• CMP: ₹695 | Target: ₹800 | Upside: 15%
• Sector: Pharma | Market Cap: ₹54,978 Mn
• Call: BUY

Q1FY26 Performance
Revenue came in at ₹1,451 Mn, down 9.7% YoY and 21.2% QoQ, while EBITDA fell 17.3% YoY. However, gross margin improved sharply to 78.1%, driven by backward integration and a better export mix.

Business Highlights

• Segment trends: Analgesics (+4.3% YoY), Anti-Histamines (+1.2% YoY), Vitamins (-10.5% YoY)
• Geography: Europe (+8.9% YoY) and North America (+20.4% YoY) saw strong growth, while Asia and Latin America dragged.

Growth Drivers Ahead

• DSM Vitamin B contract set to ramp from Q2 (₹300–350 Mn revenue in FY26E)
• New launches: Contrast media API (Q2FY26) and ADHD API (Q4FY26)
• Whey protein contract likely to contribute from Q4FY26
• Expansion with CDMO and 3–4 products annually

Outlook
Management expects ~20% annual revenue growth with EBITDA margins of 33–35%. Deven Choksey Research values the stock at 25.5x Jun’27E EPS and maintains a BUY rating with a target of ₹800.

Key Risks: Regulatory hurdles, DSM ramp-up pace, and execution delays.

Conclusion

Markets enter the new week on a cautious note after Friday’s sell-off, with Nifty, Sensex, and Bank Nifty still locked in a bearish trend. Global cues, crude prices, and institutional flows will likely set the tone for Monday’s opening.

While near-term volatility may keep traders on edge, selective opportunities remain strong—especially in pharma, consumption, and speciality manufacturing themes. Analysts also highlight upcoming IPOs and stock-specific breakouts as key areas to watch this week.

Investors should stay alert to global macro news and sector rotations, while traders may closely track support and resistance levels shared in this outlook.

👉 Stay disciplined, manage risk, and keep an eye on opportunities that emerge amid volatility.

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