ChartTalk: Strategic Stock Selections for Diwali Mahurat 2024

ChartTalk: Strategic Stock Selections for Diwali Mahurat 2024

In this month’s edition of ChartTalk, we delve into three high-potential stocks representing key sectors within the Indian market—NBFC, IT, and Financial Services—that are poised to deliver robust returns over the next year. Each selection is the result of thorough technical analysis, identifying companies with strong momentum, sound fundamentals, and sectoral tailwinds. As we break down the strategic positioning and growth prospects for each stock, we aim to provide insights that can help investors make well-informed decisions in the months ahead.

Technical Insights on a NBFC Stock: Resilience Amid Market Correction

This NBFC stock presents an appealing investment opportunity, especially in light of the recent market correction. While the Nifty Index has declined over 8% since its September highs, this stock has experienced a sharper pullback of nearly 15% but remains within a broad consolidation range, suggesting resilience despite market pressures.

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 Technically, on the weekly chart, the stock price of Bajfinance previously reached an all-time high of ₹8050 in October 2021, followed by a correction phase that led it into a consolidation pattern. Since then, the price has been within an ascending triangle, a formation often indicative of a potential for upward movement. Over the past month, despite a 15% correction, the stock has maintained this ascending triangle pattern, signaling steady consolidation. The stock is taking support on the 200-week Moving Average (MA) and recently formed a Doji candlestick—a pattern known for signaling potential reversals—near this support, making the current levels attractive to buy.

On the daily chart, last week’s low took support on a trendline, with early signs of a rebound. This trendline support aligns with recent crossovers in the stock’s moving averages: one month ago, the 50-day MA crossed above the 100-day and 200-day MAs, reinforcing a bullish trend over both intermediate and long-term horizons. In addition, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) tested the oversold zone and has since begun moving toward a bullish territory, further validating the stock’s potential for recovery. This mix of strong support levels, bullish candlestick formations, and favorable moving average crossovers adds conviction to the bullish case for this stock.

For investors seeking entry, the recommended buy range lies between ₹6700 and ₹6800, with a price target of around ₹8100, offering an anticipated upside of approximately 19%. To manage risk, a stop-loss can be maintained at ₹6470. In conclusion, this NBFC stock’s consolidation within a strong technical pattern, along with key support indicators and bullish signals on multiple charts, suggests a compelling buying opportunity for those looking to capitalize on the current market conditions.

Bullish Breakout and Strong Momentum Signal Investment Potential

A leading IT stock has demonstrated impressive resilience and strength, outperforming both the IT sector index and the broader domestic market index. The stock’s consistent record highs highlight strong investor interest and a sustained bullish momentum.

On a weekly chart, Coforge recently broke above an upward-sloping trendline that had previously acted as resistance since 2022 ke 2022??. This breakout, following multiple failed attempts, indicates renewed buying interest and invites potential investment opportunities.

Following its peak of ₹6000 in July 2021, Coforge entered a corrective phase, finding key support above the 200-week Moving Average (MA) near ₹3220, where it established a base before gradually moving higher. The upward trend continued through the year, briefly encountering resistance near its previous high before retracing to the 200-week MA. However, in May this year, Coforge’s price structure strengthened, crossing above the 50-week and 100-week MAs. Last month, it achieved a substantial breakout above this long-standing resistance trendline, signaling a potential for further price appreciation.

This breakout on the weekly chart was accompanied by a notable increase in trading volume, underscoring the reliability of this upward movement.

On the daily chart, since forming a bottom near ₹4287 in May, Coforge has displayed a pattern of higher tops and higher bottoms, affirming a strong and sustained bullish trend. Last week, the stock re-tested the breakout level and resumed its uptrend, confirming ongoing momentum. During this re-test, it also took support on the 50-day MA, a technical reinforcement that aligns near-term, intermediate, and long-term trends positively.

Considering these technical factors, Coforge presents an attractive opportunity for investment. The recommended buying range is between ₹7600 – ₹7650, with a potential target of ₹8250, offering an approximate 8% upside. Investors are advised to maintain a stop-loss at ₹7185 to manage risk effectively. Coforge’s recent breakouts, increased volume, and supportive MA levels make it a favorable choice for investors seeking to benefit from a bullish trend in the IT sector.

A Bullish Case for Financial Services Stock as an Investment Opportunity

This leading financial services stock has shown notable resilience and strength, consistently outperforming the Nifty Index. This positive divergence from the broader market underscores strong investor sentiment and growing confidence in the stock’s potential.

 

Recently, on the weekly chart, MFSLachieved a significant technical milestone by breaking out from horizontal trendline resistance at approximately ₹1125, positioning it as an attractive buying opportunity for investors. After initially reaching a high of ₹1148 in July 2021, the stock entered a corrective phase, eventually stabilizing and forming a base of around ₹610 in May 2023. This bottoming phase laid a foundation for the stock’s gradual recovery, marked by a series of higher tops and higher bottoms, a classical indication of a strong bullish trend.

As the stock rebounded on the daily chart, it crossed above key moving averages—namely the 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day MAs—further solidifying the bullish undertone. Last month, the stock faced resistance near its prior highs but ultimately succeeded in breaking out, signaling renewed momentum.

This month, MFSL re-tested the breakout level, affirming the breakout’s validity, and resumed its upward movement. This re-test at the breakout level, followed by a continuation of the uptrend, is typically a robust technical confirmation of strength, making it an ideal setup for investors. Furthermore, the breakout was supported by an exceptional increase in volume, lending credibility to the upward move. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) also made a decisive breakout from a downward-sloping trendline, adding to the stock’s bullish outlook and signaling increasing buying interest.

In the past few trading sessions, MFSLhas been consolidating at higher levels, exhibiting strong price resilience. Last week, it broke out from this consolidation range, which added further momentum to the bullish trend. Additionally, the Parabolic SAR (PSAR) remains in a buy mode, reinforcing the buy signal across different time frames and confirming the ongoing positive trend.

Considering these strong technical indicators, MFSL presents a compelling buying opportunity. The recommended buy range is between ₹1220 and ₹1250, with a strict stop-loss at ₹1170 to manage risk effectively. A potential price target near ₹1400 offers a solid upside potential, making this stock a favorable choice for investors seeking to capitalize on momentum in the financial services sector. With the breakout confirmation, volume increase, and supportive indicators like RSI and PSAR, MFSL is well-positioned for further gains.

Foram Chheda, CMT

ChartTalk: A Bullish Divergence Hints At A Potential Breakout In This IT Heavyweight

ChartTalk: A Bullish Divergence Hints At A Potential Breakout In This IT Heavyweight

On-balance volume (OBV) is a powerful technical indicator that measures buying and selling pressure by tracking volume flow in relation to price movement. OBV aims to project a security’s price movement based on volume trends. The premise behind OBV is that volume precedes price action, meaning that a security’s price typically follows changes in the volume of shares traded. When OBV rises, it indicates increasing buying pressure, suggesting a potential price rise, while a declining OBV signals growing selling pressure, possibly leading to a price drop. A bullish divergence occurs when OBV forms higher lows despite lower price lows, indicating increasing buying pressure and often foreshadowing an uptrend. When combined with indicators like RSI, ADX, or moving averages, this divergence becomes a strong signal for an early entry ahead of a breakout.

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The technical setup in INFY indicates a bullish outlook supported by key indicators. The stock formed a solid base between April and June of this year, followed by a rally that pushed its price higher, reaching a peak of Rs. 1975.75 in September. However, despite retesting this level in the previous week, INFY encountered strong resistance and failed to break through, leading to a price retracement. Nevertheless, a significant observation has emerged from the On-Balance Volume (OBV) indicator, which has formed a new high ahead of the actual price breakout.

This bullish divergence in OBV suggests strong accumulation, with increasing buying pressure, even as the stock consolidates below its resistance level. The formation of a new high in OBV ahead of price action is often a sign of heightened market participation and can serve as a leading indicator for a potential breakout. This divergence reinforces the likelihood of INFY retesting its previous highs and potentially surpassing them in the coming weeks, indicating a strong upward momentum.

In addition to the OBV signal, other technical indicators support a bullish view. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) remains neutral and shows no signs of divergence, indicating that the stock is neither overbought nor oversold. More importantly, the +DM line has crossed above the -DM line, signaling a shift in momentum toward the bulls. At the same time, the ADX line, which measures trend strength, stands at 21.05, indicating the presence of strength in the underlying trend, as it is above the critical 20 level.

Given this robust technical setup, INFY appears well-positioned for accumulation, particularly on any price declines. The combination of OBV bullish divergence, favorable directional movement, and a strong underlying trend suggests that the stock is likely to move higher over the medium term.

Should the anticipated breakout occur as expected, INFY may test Rs. 2000 to Rs. 2030 levels, offering a potential upside of approximately 6.50% from its current price. As such, the stock presents a compelling opportunity for portfolio inclusion with a medium-term investment horizon.

Foram Chheda, CMT,
Technical Research Analyst

ChartTalk: Mid-Cap Stock Surges: A Potential Buy on Trend Reversal

ChartTalk: Mid-Cap Stock Surges: A Potential Buy on Trend Reversal

The current year has been remarkably favorable for domestic markets, with major indices reaching record highs. This strong performance highlights the underlying strength of the equity market, as evidenced by an  lifetime high closing of the benchmark index Nifty 50  that confirms the ongoing bullish sentiment in equities. Amidst this market backdrop, this mid-cap ceramic tile manufacturer has emerged as a compelling investment opportunity, showing significant signs of a trend reversal getting confirmed.

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Asian Granito Ltd. (ASIANTILES) has notably outperformed its peers in the ceramic and sanitaryware sector. Year-to-date, the stock has surged by 38.27% while competitors like Kajaria Ceramics and Cera Sanitaryware have faced declines of 7.47% and 3.45%, respectively. This relative strength underscores the company’s resilience and potential for continued growth.

From a technical analysis perspective, the stock has been exhibiting strong bullish signals. Last week, ASIANTILES  closed at a 52-week high, marking a significant milestone in its price action. In May 2022, the stock had peaked at Rs. 86.45 , followed by a corrective decline that saw the price drop nearly 60% to stabilize around Rs. 34 in March last year. However, the stock has since rebounded and moved higher, crossing above key moving averages, including the 50-week and 100-week moving averages. This movement suggests a bullish turn in the near-term trend.

The uptrend faced resistance near its previous high in formed in November last year, leading to a retracement towards the 100-week moving average. The stock then formed a base around Rs. 51.50, signaling the resumption of an upward movement. Last week’s breakout above this resistance level has attracted significant buying interest, further supported by the stock’s move above the 200-week moving average. This price crossover is a strong indicator of a bullish trend in the underlying stock.

Additionally, the On-Balance Volume (OBV) indicator had already signaled this bullish breakout in advance. The OBV has continued to mark a 52-week high, reinforcing the bullish sentiment around the stock. The bullish divergence of the OBV and the accumulation observed over the past few weeks aligns with the positive price action, further supporting the potential for continued gains.

Given these factors, Asian Granito Ltd. presents a promising investment opportunity. Investors may consider entering near the Rs. 84-85 levels, with a potential target of Rs. 115, reflecting the stock’s strong technical setup and bullish outlook. Any price move below Rs. 78 can be considered to move out of the stock.

-Foram Chheda, CMT

 

ChartTalk: This Engineering Conglomerate Shows Promising Technical Setup

ChartTalk: This Engineering Conglomerate Shows Promising Technical Setup

This year has been a very trending one for the equities. Global equity indices have been trending higher and India is no exception. In fact, the Indian equities have performed in line with the US Equities. While the S&P500 Index has gained 15.20% on a YTD basis, the Nifty 50 has staged an equally impressive show by gaining 14.63% over the same time.

However, the equities look a bit overstretched on the charts. They also remain significantly deviated from the mean and may now consolidate in a broad but defined range. Having said this, there are two things that portfolio investors would need to do; first, guard profits vigilantly at higher levels; and second, switch and rotate their investments into stocks that are showing impressive technical setup and improving relative strength.

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This large-cap engineering conglomerate falls in this definition. For the majority of 2024. this stock has stayed in a sideways trajectory and has traded in a defined range oscillating back and forth and staying devoid of any directional bias.

Besides being an important constituent of other sector indices, LT is one of the major constituents of the NIFTY 50 Index. After HDFC Bank, Reliance, ICICI Bank, and Infosys, LT enjoys the fifth largest weight in the index. While the benchmark Nifty 50 gained 14.63% on a YTD basis, LT has returned 9.80%, and that too the bulk of the gains coming just in the last couple of days. If we discount that, the stock would have been flat for the whole of 2024.

From a technical standpoint, the stock looks set to resume its upmove and rise meaningfully from its current levels. A close on 29th July has seen LT closing above the upper Bollinger Band. While a temporary pullback inside the band cannot be ruled out, this has certainly set the stage for a possible trending move on the upside.

The RSI has marked a new 14-period high; it is neutral and does not show any divergence against the price. The stock has also shown evidence of strong accumulation while it was trading in a range and also it has shown proof of participation of volumes in the current upmove that was seen over the past few days. This has come in the form of On-Balance Volume (OBV) inching higher and hovering around its highs.

The stock is inside the improving quadrant of the RRG when benchmarked against the broader NIFTY 500 index; on the weekly timescale, it is on the verge of entering into the improving quadrant.

A strong improvement of relative momentum is seen in the stock; Relative Strength is also seen changing its trajectory for the upside.

LT qualifies and makes a strong case for a favorable sector/stock rotation and inclusion in the portfolio. With earnings already out of the way, all declines would qualify for a entry in the stock so long as it keeps its head above 3580 level which is a confluence of two major pattern supports.

Going by the classical price measurement implications, an upside target of 4100 can be expected; it should also be noted that a close below 3580 would negate this technical setup.

Foram Chheda, CMT,
Technical Research Analyst

ChartTalk: Potential for a Strong Uptrend Despite Recent Underperformance

ChartTalk: Potential for a Strong Uptrend Despite Recent Underperformance

The Indian markets have witnessed a robust week, with the Nifty surpassing the significant 24,000 mark and the Nifty Bank index hitting fresh all-time highs. Amidst this positive momentum, this private-banking major, a heavyweight in both indices with weightages of 11.95% in Nifty and 29.42% in Nifty Bank, has relatively underperformed both these benchmarks on a year-to-date basis. While the broader indices have posted gains of 10.43% (Nifty) and 8.52% (Nifty Bank), this has shown a negative return of (-0.84%) on a YTD basis.

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Despite its recent struggles, there are strong technical indications suggesting that HDFCBANK may be poised for a significant uptrend in the coming weeks, making it a valued addition to portfolios.

Since reaching its peak of Rs. 1725 in October 2021, HDFCBANK has traded sideways within a broad range, repeatedly testing this level while forming higher bottoms. This price action has resulted in the formation of an Ascending Triangle pattern, widely regarded as bullish regardless of the place of its occurance. Given its occurrence following a prior uptrend, there is heightened potential for this pattern to act as a continuation pattern, with an anticipated breakout leading to upward movement in the stock price.

A particularly encouraging technical signal is the On-Balance Volume (OBV), which has surged to new highs, indicating strong accumulation despite the stock’s recent price stagnation. The OBV has hit fresh highs ahead of the price breakout; this bullish divergence in OBV suggests robust investor interest, laying a solid foundation for a potential uptrend initiation.

Furthermore, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) has broken out from resistance to establish a new 14-period high well ahead of the price breakout. This bullish RSI movement, coupled with the price closing above the upper Bollinger Band, enhances the probability of a sustained uptrend even if temporary pullbacks occur within the band.

From a technical perspective, a breakout from the current Ascending Triangle pattern suggests a potential upside target in the range of Rs. 1950-2000 over the coming months. It’s crucial to monitor for a close below Rs. 1450, as it would invalidate this bullish setup.

In conclusion, while HDFCBANK has lagged behind its peers in recent performance metrics, the confluence of bullish technical patterns and indicators suggests a promising outlook ahead. Investors and traders alike may find HDFCBANK compelling as it potentially embarks on a path towards higher price levels, driven by strong technical underpinnings.

Foram Chheda, CMT,
Technical Research Analyst