Technicals
The monthly chart of the Nifty shows a noteworthy pattern of divergence between the price andoscillators. The momentum oscillator (below price) shows a peak in 2009 that matched the 2008 peak, but the RoC has been in a decline after Sept 2009, raising red flags. The relative strength index (measuring internal strength of the index) actually shows a lower peak in 2010 as compared to 2007-08. Ditto with the monthly MACD which mirrors the concern of the RSI. Note the volumes which started tapering off from end 2009 and were unconvincing throughout 2010, which implies the rally in the second
half of 2010 was induced by cheap liquidity (QE2). The larger picture is negative as of now
Any dip below the 5350 – 5375 levels this time will see the 5177 – 5200 band which has proved to be a floor on two occasions in this calendar year being violated with a fair degree of probability backing this fall.
While temporary triggers (F&O expiry, short covering, govt announcements) may see some price rallies, the overall chart structure indicates a clear lack of buying conviction prevalent in the markets. Any upthrust must be accompanied by heavy volumes to convince us that the tide maybe turning.
The weekly chart takes a look at the picture with a slightly detailed view as the monthly chart above cannot be used by trading by many, barring a few old timer technicians. In the Nifty Head & Shoulder report mentioned on page 1 of this report we mentioned the probability
of the head & shoulder pattern morphing into a “complex” pattern being high. What led us to make this prophecy was the twin shoulders to the left of the chart which raised the probability of twin shoulders on the right hand side as well. Our view has been vindicated by the markets as the Nifty has bounced on June 20 2011 from the neckline and logged
a second shoulder that is likely to complete the pattern once the trendline is violated, a confirmatory decline of 1-1.5 % below the neckline is seen on heavy volumes and open interest expansion
In case of this decline unfolding as per expectations in text book fashion, we do not expect the 5000 mark to hold this time and levels of 4700 – 4800 on the Nifty spot maybe expected. As mentioned in the April report, the price may take weeks to get there and this trade is for the extremely patient and disciplined trader who knows how to dig
his heels into a position and stay there. If you are short as per our previous recommendation, stay short. If not, await an
opportunity to seek a fresh entry. Refer to the timing as per the daily chart below.
The daily chart shows a falling trendline that shows what could have been an inverse head and shoulder. This aspect was pointed out in the April report and the smart money did attempt to shake up the retail players in June and July into a lull on the breakout above this hurdle. Unfortunately, both occasions have flattered to deceive the bulls and
any sustained trade below the 5350 will seal the fate of the bulls for the time being. Since the bulls are on the ropesand will take a while to recuperate, rallies will have a high probability of being dead cat bounces (volumes will be poor, open interest will see insipid changes) must be used to short the Nifty afresh. The first inflection point to start
the short selling process for traders starting with a clean slate will be at the 5560 – 5580 band. Traders should note, this trade is for players who will be required to stay with the position and therefore committing all funds at this level is not advisable. Hypothetically, the Nifty can test the 5650 – 5700 in a best case scenario. That would be a tempting
opportunity to add on to short positions.
Technically, the domestic markets are poised at a critical juncture wherein the Nifty has closed at the long term trendline support at the 5450 levels. A sustained trade below this level with higher volumes and open interest expansion will lead to an accelerated decline as the markets are treading on thin ice as of now. The weekly range advocated for the Nifty between the 5725 / 5450 levels have held true as the Nifty trended between 5702 / 5454 levels. The coming week is likely to witness a range of 5650 on the upside as long as the Nifty stays above the bullish pivot at the 5600 mark. In case of declines, the Nifty is likely to test a level of 5300 as long as the bears keep the Nifty below the 5550 levels. Bulls should exercise abundant caution as the near term outlook is under a cloud
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