Market Recap: Nifty moved within 24,894–25,021 and closed at 24,967, stuck near the 25,000 mark. BankNifty traded between 55,048–55,306, ending at 55,139, showing relative weakness. Weekly CPR Levels: Nifty: Inside weekly CPR (Top 25,003 | Pivot 24,958 | Bottom 24,914). Holding above 24,914 keeps sentiment neutral; above 25,003 may trigger 25,150+. BankNifty: Below weekly CPR (Top 55,629 | Pivot 55,469 | Bottom 55,309). Resistance is visible near 55,309; only above 55,629 can open 56,000+. Option Chain Signals: Nifty: Max Pain 25,000, PCR 0.77, heavy Calls at 25,000–25,200, strong Put base at 24,900. Market likely gravitates to 25,000. BankNifty: Max Pain 55,500, PCR 0.50, Calls at 55,500–56,000, Puts at 55,000. Weak unless 55,300–55,650 is crossed. Volatility: India VIX at 11.76 shows calm conditions; low VIX suggests expiry may stay range-bound with sudden bursts. Key Levels for 26th Aug: Nifty: Support 24,900–24,850; Resistance 25,003–25,150 BankNifty: Support 55,000–54,500; Resistance 55,309–55,650 Top Movers: Gainers:

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, Nestle India Outlook: Nifty remains range-bound within weekly CPR; expect consolidation near 25,000. BankNifty is below weekly CPR, highlighting weakness unless 55,629 is reclaimed. For expiry, expect volatility but capped moves: Nifty 24,850–25,150 and BankNifty 55,000–55,500.

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