Banknifty Detailed Analysis

Nifty Bank daily chart analysed using multiple technical methodologies, including Elliott Wave Theory, Fibonacci Ratios, Gann Angles, Pivot Points, and Trendlines. The analysis will include:

Support & Resistance Levels: Identifying key price zones based on historical price action and technical indicators.
Entry, Target & Stop-Loss Recommendations: Derived from Elliott Wave structures, Fibonacci retracements/extensions, and price confluence areas.
Gann Angle Analysis: Evaluating potential price movements based on Gann theory.
Pivot Points: Using standard pivot points to highlight probable market turning points.
Trendline Analysis: Determining trend direction and breakout/breakdown levels.
Trading Strategy Suggestion: Providing a strategy based on market conditions, risk management, and technical confirmation.

Introduction

The Nifty Bank index (Bank Nifty) has recently shown significant volatility on its daily chart, marked by a sharp downtrend after reaching highs in late 2024. In this report, we analyze the Bank Nifty daily chart using multiple technical methodologies. We will examine the current Elliott Wave structure, identify key Fibonacci retracement and extension levels, apply Gann angles for trend and support/resistance insights, calculate pivot point levels, and assess trendlines as well as historical support/resistance zones. Finally, we integrate these findings into clear entry, target, and stop-loss recommendations and suggest an overall trading strategy that emphasizes risk management and confirmation from multiple indicators. The goal is a comprehensive, structured analysis for traders to make informed decisions.

1. Elliott Wave Theory Analysis

Bank Nifty daily chart highlighting possible Elliott Wave counts. As shown in the daily chart above, Bank Nifty’s price action since late 2024 can be interpreted through Elliott Wave patterns. The index formed a peak around ₹53,387 in early December 2024 (after a prior high near ₹52,800 in October). This was followed by a sharp decline and then a sizable rebound, suggesting a corrective wave structure rather than a straight impulse. Specifically, the sequence appears to fit an expanded flat correction pattern: wave A was the October–November drop (approximately 52800 down to 49780), wave B was the December rally making a new high (53387, slightly exceeding the start of wave A), and the current decline can be viewed as wave C. In an expanded flat, wave B exceeds the start of wave A and wave C pushes well beyond the end of wave A (Flats - Elliott Wave International) – exactly the behavior observed here. Wave B’s new high (above the October peak) and the ongoing wave C falling below the November low confirm this expanded flat scenario.

Under this Elliott Wave count, wave C is in progress and has already traveled over 100% of wave A’s length. Common Fibonacci projections for wave C in an expanded flat are 1.382x or 1.618x the length of wave A (Flats - Elliott Wave International). Calculations show wave C reaching these typical extension targets: wave A was ~3,020 points, so wave C = 1.382 × A ≈ 4,170 points and 1.618 × A ≈ 4,890 points. Measured from the B wave high (~53,387), these project potential wave C targets around ₹49,200 (1.382x) and ₹48,500 (1.618x). Indeed, Bank Nifty has already fallen to the ₹48,000–₹48,300 range, fulfilling the 1.618×A projection, and even dipping slightly lower (recent low ~₹48,078 on Feb 28). This implies wave C may be near completion, especially if it is an expanded flat pattern. Wave C so far subdivides into a five-wave impulsive decline on the daily chart, consistent with Elliott Wave theory that the C leg of a flat is a five-wave impulse.

Alternate wave count scenario: If the entire formation since the late-2024 high is not a completed correction but the start of a larger downtrend, the decline could be a wave 1 of a new bearish impulse. In that less likely scenario (since wave B exceeded the start of A, violating a normal wave 2 retracement limit), the index might continue falling in a series of impulses. However, the expanded flat interpretation fits well, suggesting that the current down leg is a corrective flush that could soon terminate. Traders should watch for signs of a wave C trough and the emergence of a new impulse in the opposite direction (a potential wave 1 up or larger degree wave 5 up if the prior trend was bullish). Confirmation of a completed wave C would be a strong reversal day or a five-wave rally on lower timeframes off the recent low, indicating a trend change. Until such confirmation, the Elliott Wave picture indicates we are in the latter stages of a corrective decline within the larger structure.

2. Fibonacci Ratios (Retracements and Extensions)

Fibonacci levels on the Bank Nifty daily chart help identify probable retracement resistance during rebounds and extension support in the ongoing decline. Key swing points for Fibonacci analysis are the December 2024 high (around ₹53,387) and the latest low (around ₹48,078 as of Feb 28, 2025). The total drop in this swing is roughly 5,300 points. If the market finds support near current levels (around ₹48k), any bounce upward will encounter Fibonacci retracement levels of this decline: the 38.2% retracement is near ₹50,100, the 50% retracement around ₹50,730, and the 61.8% retracement around ₹51,360. These levels often act as resistance in a downtrend. Notably, the 50%–61.8% retracement zone (₹50,700–₹51,400) aligns with prior support from January (the broken support around ₹50,500–₹51,500) and the monthly pivot (approx ₹51,558) (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)), making it a critical resistance zone if an oversold rally occurs. A rebound into this zone that stalls could mark an ideal point for the downtrend to resume, whereas a strong push above 61.8% would suggest a deeper trend reversal is underway.

On the downside, Fibonacci extension targets of the prior corrective waves can highlight support zones. As discussed in the Elliott Wave section, wave C of the expanded flat has key extensions at 1.382x and 1.618x of wave A (projecting to roughly ₹49,200 and ₹48,500 respectively). Bank Nifty has already met the 1.618x extension (₹48.5k) and even dipped slightly below. The next extension to watch would be the 200% (2.0×) of wave A around ₹47,350, which coincides closely with a cluster of support indicators (e.g., the Standard pivot S3/S4 and monthly S2 levels in the mid-47,000s as shown later) (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)) (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)). If the decline extends further, that ₹47,000–₹47,500 region becomes a likely support zone where price may stabilize. It’s also noteworthy that 48000 is a psychologically round figure and roughly aligns with the 1.618 extension – the market reacted there on Feb 28 by bouncing off ₹48,078 intraday, hinting at the influence of this fib level.

In summary, Fibonacci analysis suggests: (a) the downtrend may be nearing completion as it has reached common extension limits, and (b) any relief rally will have to fight through significant retracement resistances (₹50k–₹51k). Traders can use these Fibonacci levels to plan entries/exits – for instance, partial profits on shorts could be booked around extension supports, and new shorts might be considered if a bounce approaches the 50–61.8% retracement zone and shows weakness.

3. Gann Angles Analysis

Gann angle analysis provides another perspective on trend strength and potential support/resistance based on the price-time relationship. By plotting a Gann fan from major turning points on the daily chart, we can identify key Gann angles. A common approach is to draw angles from the significant swing high of ₹53,387 (Dec 2024) downward. The primary angle of interest is the 1×1 Gann angle (a 45° angle in a properly scaled chart). Currently, Bank Nifty is trading below the 1×1 down angle from that peak, indicating that price is declining faster than the 45° pace – a sign of a strong downtrend. According to Gann theory, down-trending angles act as resistance and up-trending angles act as support (Gann Indicators: What Are They and How Do You Use Them?) (Gann Indicators: What Are They and How Do You Use Them?). Since the index broke below the 1×1 descending angle, the next angle to watch would be the 2×1 angle (a shallower angle). The 2×1 from the same high is likely to intersect prices near the current levels (around the mid-₹48k to ₹47k zone) given the distance and time elapsed. This implies that the ₹47,000–₹48,000 area could be reinforced as support by a Gann 2×1 angle providing a confluence with Fibonacci and pivots. If the 2×1 angle also fails to hold, the decline may accelerate toward the next angle (such as 3×1 or a horizontal support).

Conversely, any upward reversal will face the overhead 1×1 Gann angle as resistance. As time progresses, this 1×1 line falls lower – it currently might correspond to roughly the ₹50,000–₹50,500 price zone (given the recent breakdown happened below ~₹51,000 in January when price failed to overcome that Gann level ([

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In addition to angles, practitioners often use Gann horizontal levels (sometimes derived from Gann’s Square of 9). Notably, previous analyses identified ₹51,416 and ₹52,327 as important Gann resistance levels during the December rally ([

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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=Bank%20nifty%20failed%20to%20sustain,tone%20on%20the%20negative%20side)). Now that the index is below 49,675, those former support levels become resistances on rebounds. The next Gann levels downward could be in the mid-₹47k (as Square-of-9 often gives increments around these round numbers). The alignment of a Gann angle and a Fibonacci/horizontal level creates a **“price cluster”**, which Gann analysts see as especially strong support or resistance ([Gann Indicators: What Are They and How Do You Use Them?](https://www.investopedia.com/articles/trading/08/gann-indicator.asp#:~:text=Another%20way%20to%20determine%20the,up%20a%20key%20resistance%20point)). We have such a cluster around **₹47,500 ± 200** points (Fibonacci extension + Gann angle + monthly S2 pivot), reinforcing that region as a potential **strong support zone** if the decline continues.

4. Pivot Points Analysis

Pivot points are a popular tool to determine intraday and swing support/resistance levels. Using the standard (classic) pivot point formula on recent price data, we calculate the following levels for Bank Nifty’s daily chart:

Level	Value (Approx)	Description
R3	₹48,646	Third Resistance (Bullish extreme)
R2	₹48,503	Second Resistance
R1	₹48,421	First Resistance
Pivot	₹48,278	Pivot Point (Balance level)
S1	₹48,196	First Support
S2	₹48,053	Second Support
S3	₹47,971	Third Support (Bearish extreme)

Table 1: Daily Pivot Levels (Classic) for Bank Nifty (Nifty Bank Technical Analysis and Moving Averages - Investing.com). These levels are computed from a recent day’s high, low, and close (e.g., for the session ending Feb 27, 2025). They provide a roadmap of short-term support and resistance. On Feb 28’s session, Bank Nifty opened near 48,437 and traded low to 48,078, which is just below S2 and close to S3 (47,971) (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)) (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)). The index eventually closed around 48,344, which is slightly above the pivot (48,278). This context indicates that intra-day the market was weak (trading below the pivot and into S2/S3), but a late bounce brought it back above the pivot level by close. Trading above the pivot is mildly positive in the very short term, whereas sustained trading below the pivot would keep the bias bearish for the next session.

It’s also insightful to examine higher timeframe pivots for a broader view. According to weekly pivot calculations, the weekly pivot is around ₹49,564 (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)), and Bank Nifty is well below this level (by over 1,200 points). In fact, it is trading below even the weekly S1 (₹49,045) and S2 (₹48,462) levels (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)), putting it near the weekly S3. This clearly underscores the overall bearish bias in the weekly context. Similarly, the monthly pivot for February was approximately ₹51,558 with S1 at ₹49,701 (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)). Here too, the index has fallen beneath the monthly S1 and is approaching monthly S2 (₹47,730) (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)). The confluence of weekly S3 (~₹47,942) and monthly S2 (~₹47,730) suggests that the mid-47k area is a significant multi-timeframe support by pivot analysis. If the market continues down, those levels could act as a floor in the near term. Conversely, on any recovery, the daily pivot (around ₹48,300) and R1 (₹48,420) will be immediate hurdles to overcome, followed by the zone around ₹49,000–₹49,500 (which includes daily R3 and the weekly pivot). Notably, the 49500 area corresponds to prior support from January and now a likely resistance, as well as the neckline of a recent bearish pattern (discussed next in trendline analysis). The fact that price is below both the weekly and monthly pivot points aligns with a downtrend scenario and cautions traders to remain bearish unless price can regain those pivots.

5. Trendline Analysis

Trendline analysis on the Bank Nifty daily chart reveals several important patterns:

Broken Rising Trendline: The index had an uptrend line connecting its significant lows (for instance, the low in late November 2024 around ₹49,780 and subsequent higher lows in December). This rising support trendline was decisively broken in the first week of January 2025 when the index fell below ~₹50,500. In fact, as Bank Nifty failed to sustain above the Gann level 51416 in early January, it plunged nearly 1900 points in two sessions ([
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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=Currently%2C%20prices%20are%20retesting%20channel,in%20form%20of%20Diametric%20pattern)). The failure to climb back above the broken trendline and prior support zone (~₹50,500) kept the medium-term trend definitively downward. This broken trendline now aligns roughly with the ₹50k-₹50.5k area and reinforces it as a strong resistance on future rallies.
Head and Shoulders Neckline: Coinciding with the trendline break, a topping pattern became evident. Analysts observed a Head & Shoulders formation on the daily chart by early January ([
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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=Currently%2C%20prices%20are%20retesting%20channel,in%20form%20of%20Diametric%20pattern)). The left shoulder was in November, the head at the Dec high (53387), and the right shoulder in late December. The neckline of this pattern was around ₹49,660–₹49,960 zone. Indeed, it was noted that a break below 49,660 would confirm the pattern and lead to further correction ([
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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=Currently%2C%20prices%20are%20retesting%20channel,in%20form%20of%20Diametric%20pattern)). Bank Nifty did break below that neckline (around Jan 6–8) and that triggered a rapid fall to ~₹49,460 and below ([
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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=In%20nutshell%2C%20overall%20trend%20for,Resistance%20to%20watch%20out%20for)). This neckline area around ₹49,600 (let’s say roughly ₹49,600±100) has now turned into a key resistance on any bounce (a classic case of a broken support trendline acting as resistance). Future rallies into this region are likely to face selling pressure unless a strong catalyst propels the index straight through it.
Downward Sloping Channel: Following the January breakdown, the price action seems to be confined in a downward sloping channel. We can draw a descending trendline across the series of lower highs: from the Dec 2024 high (~₹53,3k) through the lower high in mid-Jan 2025 (~₹51k) and possibly another minor high in early Feb (if any). Parallel to this, a line connecting the lower lows (Nov low ~₹49,780, then Jan low ~₹49,460, and Feb low ~₹48,078) outlines a channel. As of now, the index is near the lower boundary of this channel due to the recent sell-off. If this channel holds, we might expect a technical rebound from the lower channel line (near ₹48k) back toward the midline or upper line of the channel. The upper channel line currently would be around the ₹50k level and falling over time. A breakout above the upper channel line (currently around ₹50k) would be an early signal of trend reversal, while a breakdown below the lower channel (below ~₹47.5k) could intensify the bearish trend (possibly signaling a blow-off move down).
Long-Term Trendline: Although our focus is the daily chart, it’s worth mentioning the broader picture. Bank Nifty has been in a long-term uptrend for years. A long-term trendline drawn from major swing lows (say the Covid-crash low in March 2020 through subsequent higher lows) is far below current prices (given the huge rise since 2020). Thus, the recent decline, while steep, is still a correction within a larger uptrend on a multi-year view. The current correction has not yet violated any major multi-year trendline supports, which lie much lower (e.g., one such long-term support might lie in the low-40,000s). Therefore, the primary long-term trend could still be intact unless this decline extends significantly further. Traders should keep this in mind: the closer price gets to those long-term support trendlines (if the decline continues), the more likely long-term investors might step in.

In summary, trendline analysis indicates that momentum favors the downside (as shown by the broken rising trendline and the intact downward channel), and that several important lines in the sand (₹49.6k neckline, ₹50.5k trendline retest area) must be crossed to negate the bearish structure. Until those levels are reclaimed, rallies may be sold into. Conversely, the confluence of channel support around ₹48k and other supports suggests the possibility of a technical bounce or at least a pause in the downtrend is high in this area.

6. Key Support and Resistance Levels

Based on the historical price action and the analyses above, we can pinpoint the critical support and resistance zones on the daily chart:

Immediate Supports: The first support is the recent low around ₹48,000 (the Feb 28 low of ₹48,078). This level has psychological importance (round-number 48k) and has shown buyers stepping in intraday. Just below this, the zone of ₹47,500–₹47,800 is even more significant – it represents a convergence of technical levels: the pivot S3/S4 and weekly S3 (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)) (Pivot Points of BANK NIFTY (BANKNIFTY)), the 2.0× wave A Fibonacci extension (~₹47,350), and likely a Gann angle support. We can consider ₹47,500 ± 200 as a major support zone. If the market continues to slide, this area might attract value buyers or at least prompt short covering, potentially producing a tradable bounce. Below ₹47,000, the next notable support would be around ₹46,500–₹46,000, but at the moment there is no direct evidence of price memory there on the recent chart – it would be into levels last seen in mid-2023 (one would have to look back to find prior congestion or Fib levels from past rallies). Given the strength of the current downtrend, it’s wise to focus on one support at a time: first see if ₹48k holds, then ₹47.5k, etc. A daily close below ₹47k would be a strongly bearish continuation signal and could open the floodgates toward mid-₹45k (where a prior major swing low from 2023 might lie).
Immediate Resistances: On the upside, ₹49,000–₹49,200 is the first supply zone. This range contains the weekly S1 pivot (~~₹49,045) and the broken H&S neckline (~~₹49,600, extending down to ~₹49,200) which was support turned resistance ([
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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=Currently%2C%20prices%20are%20retesting%20channel,in%20form%20of%20Diametric%20pattern)). In addition, ₹49,200 is roughly the 1.382× extension target that has now turned into resistance from below, and near the 20-day moving average (if one were to check, as prices have likely deviated below short-term averages). Above that, ₹50,500 (roughly ₹50,000–₹50,500 to include the round figure) stands out as a critical resistance. This level corresponds to: the bottom of the broken rising channel (trendline retest point), the prior swing highs from late January that were lower highs, and the 1×1 Gann down angle as estimated earlier. Also, analysts had cited ₹50,500 as a key level where if broken, deeper pullbacks could occur (which it did, and it hasn’t been exceeded since) ([
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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=Head%20and%20Shoulder%20pattern,in%20form%20of%20Diametric%20pattern)). So, ₹50,000-50,500 is essentially the threshold between a continued downtrend and a potential trend change. The next resistance above is ₹51,416 (the Gann level that was so pivotal in Dec/Jan) ([
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](https://www.wavesstrategy.com/blog/banknifty-fall-using-neowave#:~:text=Bank%20nifty%20failed%20to%20sustain,tone%20on%20the%20negative%20side)), closely followed by ₹52,300–₹52,327 (another Gann level from Dec, and near the 50% retracement of the entire fall). Finally, the all-time high region around ₹53,000–₹53,400 is the ultimate resistance – but at this point, the index would need to break a lot of intermediate levels to get back there.

To summarize the critical levels: Support at ~₹48,000, then major support around ₹47,500, while resistance at ~₹49,600 (neckline) and stronger at ₹50,500 (trendline/Gann/pivot confluence). Traders should watch how the index behaves as it approaches these zones; failure to hold support leads to the next support, and failure to break resistance leads to pullbacks. Price action (like candlestick patterns or volume spikes) at these zones can provide clues – for example, a bullish reversal candle around support could signal a short-term bottom, or a heavy rejection (e.g., long upper wick) around a resistance could signal a top for a counter-trend rally.

7. Entry, Target, and Stop-Loss Recommendations

Given the above technical findings, here are some potential trade setups with clear entry, target, and stop-loss levels:

Bearish Continuation Trade (Trend-Following Short): The primary trend is down, so one strategy is to sell on a breakdown below a key support. A specific trigger could be a decisive break below ₹48,000. For example, a short entry could be taken if Bank Nifty falls to ₹47,900 (to ensure it’s breaking the 48k support with momentum). The targets for this short would be the next support levels: ₹47,500 (first target) and ₹47,000 (second target). A stop-loss for this trade should be placed above the breakdown point to manage risk – e.g., a stop at ₹48,300 (just above the daily pivot and back into the prior range). This yields a favorable risk-reward, as you’d be risking ~400 points to potentially gain 900+ points if both targets hit. Once the first target (47,500) is reached, consider trailing the stop-loss down to entry or just above 48k to lock in profits. This strategy capitalizes on a continuation of the wave C decline and assumes the supports will give way to further selling pressure. It should be executed only if the breakdown happens (confirmation of weakness), not preemptively.
Bearish Pullback Trade (Sell the Rally): Another short setup is to sell into a relief rally at a known resistance. Given the oversold condition, a bounce could carry Bank Nifty into the ₹49,000–₹49,500 resistance zone. If such a rally occurs, one can watch for signs of exhaustion in that zone (for instance, a bearish candlestick reversal like a doji or shooting star near ₹49,300). An entry for a short could be around ₹49,200–₹49,300** if price stalls there. The stop-loss should be placed just above the key resistance – for example, ₹49,700 (above the neckline and weekly pivot). Initial targets would be a retreat back to ₹48,500 (pivot area) and then ₹48,000 (recent low). This trade banks on the idea that what was support (49.2-49.6k) will act as resistance on the rebound. It allows you to short at a higher level (better price) with a tighter stop, albeit there’s a chance the bounce keeps running – hence the need for a stop above ₹49.6k. This setup offers a good reward relative to risk if the downtrend resumes from that zone.
Bullish Reversal Trade (Counter-trend Long): For traders looking to play a potential bottom, a long entry could be considered if there are strong confirmation signals of a reversal around the noted support. For instance, if Bank Nifty defends ₹47,500 and you see a clear bottoming pattern (like a double bottom on intraday charts or a bullish engulfing daily candle), an aggressive long entry could be initiated around ₹47,800 (on the way up after confirming support). The target for this counter-trend long would be the next resistances: ₹48,800 (prior low zone and midpoint of the drop) and ₹49,500 (the neckline resistance). A tight stop-loss could be placed at ₹47,300, just below the major support zone (if ₹47.5k doesn’t hold, you want out quickly). This trade goes against the prevailing trend, so it carries higher risk – it should only be attempted with solid confirmation (e.g., a momentum indicator bullish divergence and a price reversal pattern). The risk/reward can be attractive (risk ~500 points, potential reward 1000+ points), but one must be nimble and possibly convert to a short bias again if the bounce runs out of steam under 50k.

Risk Management: All the above setups include stop-loss levels for risk management. It’s crucial to honor these stops because if Bank Nifty’s volatility spikes, losses can mount quickly given the index’s large point values. Position sizing should be such that if the stop-loss is hit, the loss is limited to a small percentage of your capital (commonly 1-2%). Additionally, one can consider scaling out of positions at interim targets – for example, book partial profits at first target and move stop to breakeven on the remainder. This way, you lock in gains and reduce risk as the trade hopefully moves in your favor.

Lastly, it’s worth aligning entries with confirmation from multiple tools. For example, if planning the short-breakdown trade, see if the breakdown below 48k is accompanied by a rise in volume or a bearish crossover in a momentum oscillator to avoid false breaks. Similarly, for the pullback short, check if retracement hits the 50% Fibonacci of the recent swing and stalls there, adding confidence to the entry. Combining signals (price patterns, volume, indicator, levels) will improve the probability of success.

8. Trading Strategy Suggestion

Overall Strategy: Given the current market conditions, the recommended approach is a trend-following strategy with a bearish bias, while remaining alert for a trend reversal. The downtrend is well-established (lower highs and lower lows in place, price below key moving averages and pivots), so the path of least resistance is downward until proven otherwise. Here’s a structured strategy outline:

Primary Bias – Sell on Rallies/Breakdowns: Continue to short the market on rallies into resistance and on confirmed breakdowns below support. As outlined, use levels like 49,000–49,500 to initiate shorts or add to them, with appropriate stops just above the next resistance. This ensures you are trading in the direction of the prevailing trend. For instance, a recent successful strategy was to short when Bank Nifty broke below the 49,960/49,660 neckline support, which yielded quick profits as it hit 49,460 and below ([
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  Bank Nifty Analysis: Neo Wave & Price Action Insights
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Secondary Bias – Await Reversal Confirmation for Longs: Even as we favor shorts, we should monitor for signs of a reversal that would invalidate the bearish trend. These signs include: a breakout above a major downtrend line (for example, above the channel and ₹50,500 resistance), a shift in pivot structure (price starting to hold above daily/weekly pivots consistently), bullish divergences on RSI/MACD, or an Elliott Wave count completion (end of wave C and start of a 5-wave up move). If such conditions are observed, it would justify switching to a long bias. In practical terms, this could mean initiating a long trade once Bank Nifty closes a day above ₹50,500 and sustains above that on pullbacks. That would indicate the downtrend is likely over, and a new uptrend or sizable correction upward is unfolding. The strategy in that case shifts to buying on dips above newfound support. For example, above 50,500, one could target the gap at 52,000 or higher, placing stops below 50k. The key is confirmation – do not try to catch the bottom without evidence, as falling knives can cut deep.
Multi-Indicator Confirmation: This strategy emphasizes confirming signals. Before entering a trade, especially a counter-trend one, check that multiple indicators agree. For instance, if you plan to short a rally, see that the rally is into a Fibonacci resistance and near a Gann angle and the volume on up-days is declining (showing diminishing buying interest). Or if you plan to buy a dip, ensure there’s a clear loss of downside momentum (like higher lows on the hourly chart, or bullish divergence on an oscillator, plus hitting that known support cluster). By requiring 2-3 independent confirmations, you reduce the chance of a false signal.
Risk Management: Whichever side you trade, keep position sizes moderate in this volatile environment. The index can swing 500+ points in a day, so overleveraging can be dangerous. Use the stop levels discussed (and adjust them as new price data emerges) to protect against adverse moves. It’s also wise to re-evaluate the analysis each day – for example, new pivot levels will come out daily; if Bank Nifty suddenly gaps up above a resistance, the scenario changes. Stay flexible and ready to adapt the strategy if the market’s character shifts (from trend to range, or vice versa).
Example Strategy Synthesis: As a concrete suggestion, a trader might adopt a bear call spread options strategy if they agree with the bearish outlook – e.g., sell a 49000 call and buy a 50000 call for some expiry, to benefit from the view that 50k will hold as resistance, while limiting risk. Alternatively, one could trade futures with a trailing stop: short on break of 48k, trail stop every 200 points gained, etc. For those inclined to wait for a reversal, a safer strategy is to do nothing until a daily close above a key level like 50k, then go long with a stop below the breakout point (this avoids fighting the current trend).

In conclusion, the recommended strategy at this juncture is to respect the downtrend – continue to play the short side with disciplined stops – but be prepared to flip bullish if and when the technical evidence shows that Bank Nifty has carved out a bottom. By combining Elliott Wave context (a possible end of wave C soon), Fibonacci/Gann/pivot levels for profit targets and stops, and trendline/pattern analysis for triggers, one can create a robust trading plan. Always remember to manage risk first; as the saying goes, “Plan the trade and trade the plan”, and let the technical levels be your guide. With a clear roadmap of supports, resistances, and a strategy in place, you can navigate the Bank Nifty’s daily swings with greater confidence.

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