Nifty is expected to trade in a range this week, with 25,200–25,300 zone acting as a key support amid geopolitical uncertainties. On the higher side, gains are expected to be capped around 25,650–26,000 levels, as analysts said a decisive breakout is awaited.
SAMEET CHAVAN HEAD – RESEARCH (TECHNICAL & DERIVATIVES), ANGEL ONE
Where is Nifty headed? Nifty has managed to safeguard the psychological level of 25,000. The daily chart indicates a downward-sloping trendline around 25,850– 25,900 levels. We should wait for a convincing breakout to occur on a closing basis. This would trigger some positivity in our market to reclaim 26,200–26,400 levels in the near term. On the flip side, 200-SMA level of 25,300 is to be treated as key support, followed by the sacrosanct support at 25,000.
Trading Strategies: We are inclined slightly on the positive side and, looking at recent behaviour, we recommend a ‘Bull Call Spread’ strategy for the March 2 expiry, which is considered moderately bullish. One can buy 1 lot of ATM 25,600 CE at Rs 221 and sell 1 lot of OTM 26,000 CE at Rs 65 (levels of Friday’s close).
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Here, the net outflow is Rs 156 (221–65), i.e. Rs 10,140, which is the maximum potential loss. The break-even point is 25,756 and the maximum profit is Rs 244 (26,400– 26,200–156), i.e. Rs 15,860.
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STOCKS FOR THE WEEK Bajaj Finance CMP: Rs 1,030; Stop Loss: Rs 984; Target: Rs 1,089 The stock seems to have come out of its recent consolidation phase, with prices rising above the trendline breakout point. The weekly chart looks extremely promising. Dixon Technologies CMP: Rs 11,072; Stop Loss: Rs 10,400; Target: Rs 12,200
After a long phase of underperformance, we observe a ‘Morning Star’ pattern on the weekly chart. A move beyond Rs 11,900 would trigger a strong rally in the counter.
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Where is Nifty headed? Notably, over the past 13 sessions, Nifty has retraced only 50% of the sharp two-session rally seen in early February, reflecting a time-wise correction rather than a trend reversal. This healthy consolidation is a “launchpad” to challenge the all-time high of 26,350 next month. Strong support is placed around 25,200. Improving market breadth, with 45% of Nifty 500 stocks above their 50-day SMAs, indicates a revival that augurs well for a broader rally compared to early February.
Trading Strategies: The index is expected to stage a rebound from the key support of 25,200. Hence, any decline towards 25,200–25,280 (Nifty spot levels) should be used as a buying opportunity for a target of 25,700 this week. This buy-on-dips template remains valid as long as Nifty defends key support threshold of 24,980.
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STOCKS FOR THE WEEK Bharat Electronics CMP: Rs 441; Stop Loss: Rs 398; Target Price: Rs 484
Stock has broken out of a contracting triangle and hit a fresh all-time high, with a higher-base formation near 20-week EMA indicating the broader structure remains intact. Over the past seven months, it has retraced only 38.2% of its preceding four month, 78% rally, reflecting a healthy consolidation; buy in the Rs 425–441 range.
Stock reflects a structurally strong and bullish setup, marked by a classic cup-andhandle breakout and consistent respect for 50-week EMA, forming a higher base near this dynamic support. This behaviour underscores sustained accumulation and strong buying interest on minor corrective dips; buy in the Rs 200–208 range.
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DHUPESH DHAMEJA DERIVATIVES RESEARCH ANALYST, SAMCO SECURITIES
Where is Nifty headed? Nifty remains in a structural repair phase following the recent sharp breakdown, but the rebound lacks impulsive strength as price continues to trade below 10-, 20- and 50-EMAs, all of which have flattened near 25,650, forming a stiff resistance cluster and reflecting a clear loss of trend momentum. On the downside, 25,350 (gap support) and the critical confluence near 25,250 form a key demand pocket for the coming week. Holding above 25,250 may keep the index confined within a compression band, whereas a decisive breach could expose 24,900–24,800 swiftly. Momentum indicators remain neutral, with RSI hovering around the midline, signalling stabilisation but no bullish expansion above 60 to confirm renewed strength.
Trading Strategies: Adopt a sell-on-rise approach near 25,750–25,800 with a stop loss above 26,000, aiming for 25,400–25,350 on the downside. At the same time, options traders can deploy a Bear Call Spread (sell 25,350 CE and buy 25,650 CE of the March 2 expiry) to benefit from overhead resistance and limited risk exposure.
The stock is showing strong near-term price strength, with a clean rebound from Rs 6,200 breakout zone. It is now trading above rising 10- and 20-EMAs, with RSI near 60 indicating sustained momentum.
Stock appears to be in the early stages of a structural reversal after a prolonged downtrend. A breakout above Rs 2,180–2,190 consolidation suggests accumulation, with RSI indicating strengthening room for further upside.
Palantir Technologies Inc. shares fell modestly Wednesday, closing at $152.77, down $2.31 or 1.49%, as investors locked in gains following a strong rally earlier in the month. The pullback came on elevated volume of about 32.3 million shares, reflecting typical profit-taking in a high-momentum AI stock amid broader market caution over valuations and macroeconomic uncertainties.
Palantir
The Denver-based data analytics and AI platform provider opened at $154.95, ranged from a low of $152.61 to a high of $156.69, and finished with a market capitalization near $371 billion. Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) remains well above its 52-week low of $66.12 hit in April 2025 but sits below its November 2025 peak of $207.52. Year-to-date through March 18, 2026, PLTR is down roughly 13%, underperforming the Nasdaq Composite’s modest gains amid sector rotation and renewed tariff concerns.
The latest dip follows a series of bullish developments that have kept Wall Street optimistic. UBS raised its price target to $200 from $180 earlier this week, maintaining a Buy rating and citing Palantir’s accelerating AI adoption and defense sector tailwinds. Wedbush’s Dan Ives highlighted recent AI partnerships as key growth catalysts, while other firms including Rosenblatt and Daiwa issued or reiterated positive calls.
Consensus among roughly 28 analysts stands at Moderate Buy, with an average 12-month target around $188, implying about 23% upside from Wednesday’s close. High-end forecasts reach $260, reflecting confidence in Palantir’s unique position in enterprise AI and government contracts.
The momentum traces back to Palantir’s blockbuster fourth-quarter 2025 earnings released Feb. 2, 2026. Revenue surged 70% year-over-year to $1.41 billion, beating estimates, driven by explosive U.S. commercial growth of 137%. Adjusted operating income and free cash flow also exceeded expectations. Management issued aggressive full-year 2026 guidance: revenue of $7.182 billion to $7.198 billion (61% growth), U.S. commercial revenue exceeding $3.144 billion (at least 115% growth), adjusted operating income of $4.126 billion to $4.142 billion, and adjusted free cash flow of $3.925 billion to $4.125 billion.
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The outlook crushed consensus estimates, which had hovered around $6.27 billion for revenue, and underscored Palantir’s “Rule of 40” score hitting a record 127%—a metric combining growth and profitability that few software peers approach.
CEO Alex Karp emphasized the company’s focus on scaling AI models through its Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP), describing it as “commodity cognition” that differentiates Palantir in a crowded field. The platform’s ontological framework enables rapid deployment of AI across complex datasets, appealing to both commercial enterprises and government agencies.
Recent partnerships have reinforced that narrative. Palantir expanded collaborations with GE Aerospace for military aircraft readiness, Ondas and World View for multi-domain intelligence, Nvidia for sovereign AI operating system architecture, Centrus Energy for uranium enrichment, and LG CNS in a strategic tie-up. AIG partnered with Palantir to build an ontology for its McGill and Partners portfolio, while Polymarket tapped the company to combat betting cheats.
Defense exposure remains a cornerstone. Palantir benefits from a $10 billion U.S. Army framework agreement and a $448 million Navy ShipOS deal, positioning it to capitalize on rising military spending amid geopolitical tensions. The U.S. Army’s recent $20 billion Anduril deal highlighted upside for defense tech players like Palantir and Lockheed Martin.
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Commercial momentum is equally compelling. U.S. commercial revenue growth has consistently outpaced overall figures, fueled by AIP adoption in industries from energy to finance. Backlog stood at approximately $4.4 billion post-earnings, providing visibility into future quarters.
Yet challenges persist. Palantir trades at a lofty valuation—around 242 times trailing earnings and high multiples on forward metrics—prompting some analysts to question sustainability. A March 16 note flagged bearish views on the 460% five-year surge, citing potential overvaluation risks. Broader tech sector pressures, including tariff uncertainty under the current administration and AI disruption fears, have contributed to the stock’s sideways-to-down action in early 2026.
Technical indicators show mixed signals. The stock hovers below its 50-day and 100-day moving averages but above shorter-term ones, with RSI in neutral territory suggesting room for recovery without immediate overbought conditions.
Investors continue monitoring upcoming catalysts. First-quarter 2026 results, expected in early May, will test guidance execution, with management projecting revenue of $1.532 billion to $1.536 billion and adjusted operating income of $870 million to $874 million. Any commentary on AIP deal flow or additional government wins could reignite momentum.
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Palantir’s evolution from a secretive government contractor—founded in 2003 with CIA backing—to a leading enterprise AI player has been dramatic. Once criticized for opaque accounting and high insider sales, the company achieved consistent profitability and commercial scale in recent years, attracting institutional interest and retail enthusiasm.
As AI hype cycles evolve, Palantir stands out for its practical, ontology-driven approach rather than pure generative models. While competitors like OpenAI and Anthropic dominate headlines, Palantir’s focus on secure, large-scale data integration positions it uniquely for regulated sectors.
Whether the current dip proves a buying opportunity or signals broader caution depends on macro trends and execution. For now, Wall Street’s upgrades and partnership news sustain a constructive outlook, even as near-term volatility lingers.
Palantir shares traded slightly lower in after-hours, around $152.30, ahead of Thursday’s open. Broader markets remain focused on economic data and tech earnings season.
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Zalando SE (ZLNDY) Q4 2025 Press Conference Call March 12, 2026 4:00 AM EDT
Company Participants
Simon Thiel – Senior Vice-President of Corporate Affairs Patrick Kofler – Head of Investor Relations David Schröder – Co-CEO & Member of the Management Board Robert Gentz – Co-Founder, Co-CEO, GM & Member of the Management Board Anna Dimitrova – CFO & Member of Management Board
Conference Call Participants
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Jason Gowans – Levi Strauss & Co. Frederick Wild – Jefferies LLC, Research Division Luke Holbrook – Morgan Stanley, Research Division Joffrey Meller – BofA Securities, Research Division Monique Pollard – Citigroup Inc., Research Division
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Simon Thiel Senior Vice-President of Corporate Affairs
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Good morning. Welcome to Zalando’s Annual Press Conference and Business Update. My name is Simon Thiel, and I’m heading Corporate Affairs. I wanted to say thank you for joining us today. We will be presenting our full year results 2025 and sharing our plans for the future, and we’re delighted to have so many of you joining our broadcast today.
Patrick Kofler Head of Investor Relations
Good morning also from my side. My name is Patrick Kofler, and I’m heading the Investor Relations department. We have gathered the press, investors and analysts for today’s event. It’s a pleasure to have you all here.
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Simon Thiel Senior Vice-President of Corporate Affairs
We will start our conference with a prerecorded presentation by our co-CEOs, Robert Gentz and David Schroder. They will walk you through our progress as we’re successfully executing our strategy. At 9:45 a.m. CET, following the presentation, we will open the virtual floor to a live Q&A session for our journalists with our co-CEOs, Robert and David, and our new CFO, Anna Dimitrova.
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Patrick Kofler Head of Investor Relations
For our investors and analysts, at 9:45 a.m. CET, our CFO, Anna Dimitrova, will walk you through the financial development of the last year and
Stocks rose for a second day in a row—and they didn’t even need oil prices to fall this time around.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 47 points, or 0.1%. The S&P 500 was up 0.3%. The Nasdaq Composite was up 0.5%. The major indexes all rose together for a second day in a row for the first time since Feb. 24 and 25, according to Dow Jones Market Data.
Futures tracking the S&P 500 and Dow were both lower before reversing as oil prices pulled back from their overnight highs. At one point the Dow was up 1%, but stocks pulled back from their highs this afternoon as West Texas Intermediate crude oil futures gained 2.9% to $96.21 a barrel.
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