Nifty faces key resistance at 24,500; breakout may decide the next trend! After a range-bound, holiday-shortened week, market analysts believe the Nifty 50 is approaching a crucial resistance zone near 24,500. A decisive move above this level could trigger fresh bullish momentum, while failure to break it may keep the index consolidating. Investors are expected to watch foreign fund flows, global cues, and upcoming macroeconomic data for direction.