📰 ET Markets 🟢 BULLISH 🕒 18 Oct 2026, 10:15 AM IST

Can Nifty, Sensex rally further or will bears reign in? 5 factors to decide market action next week

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Core Development: Can Nifty, Sensex rally further or will bears reign in? 5 factors to decide market action next week

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Market & Financial Impact: Sensex and Nifty extended gains for a second straight session on Friday, led by IT stocks, which rose for a fourth consecutive session, along with buying in auto, metal and PSU banking stocks. Nifty’s recovery could continue as long as it holds above the crucial 22,750–22,800 support zone.

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Actionable Insight: 🟢 Bullish Trigger: Positive business expansion or earnings beat may attract institutional and retail buying.

Nifty’s recovery could continue as long as it holds above the crucial 22,750–22,800 support.

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