The Indian stock market continues to face short-term pressure as key indices slipped for the third consecutive session on Friday. The Nifty 50 ended 205 points lower at 25,149 — its weakest closing since June 24, 2025. The Sensex also declined by 698 points, closing at 82,500, while the Bank Nifty finished 201 points lower at 56,754.
Despite the overall market weakness, analysts remain optimistic about selective opportunities in the sub-₹100 segment. Backed by strong technical indicators and reasonable risk-reward setups, six stocks have emerged as expert recommendations for intraday or short-term trades today.
While broader indices witnessed a sell-off, select Nifty components like Hindustan Unilever, SBI Life, and Sun Pharma managed to end the day in the green. This signals the importance of stock-specific strategies in the current market. On the flip side, TCS, M&M, and Hero MotoCorp dragged the indices down.
Midcap and smallcap indices also experienced significant selling pressure. The Nifty Midcap 100 index fell for the sixth straight session, down by 0.9%, while the Nifty Smallcap 100 index dropped 1.02%. The BSE advance-decline ratio stood at 0.63, marking the lowest reading since June 19 — indicating a broadly negative market breadth.
Yet, amidst this correction, experts believe that some low-cost stocks offer good short-term opportunities, especially when bought with well-defined stop-losses.
According to Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Research – Wealth Management at Motilal Oswal, global factors are contributing to market uncertainty. Statements from US President Donald Trump regarding possible blanket tariffs of 15–20% on key trade partners are keeping investors cautious. At the same time, attention remains focused on India’s CPI and WPI inflation data, Q1 earnings, and updates on the India–US trade deal.
Technically, the Nifty 50 has slipped below a key swing low, signaling a short-term corrective phase. Mandar Bhojane, Senior Analyst at Choice Equity Broking, noted that the index is nearing a Fibonacci support zone around 25,000, which could trigger a bounce. A decisive close above 25,330 may revive bullish momentum, with potential upside targets of 25,670–26,000. However, if 25,000 breaks, the next key support is at 24,750.
As for the Bank Nifty, Shiju Kuthupalakkal of Prabhudas Lilladher pointed out that while it did witness early weakness, it managed to consolidate by the end of the session. He identifies 56,000 as a crucial support level, with the next breakout resistance seen at 57,600 — a breach above which could open the path toward 58,500 and 60,000.
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Here are six expert-recommended stocks trading under ₹100 that could present trading opportunities today:
Buy at: ₹23.63
Target: ₹25.52
Stop Loss: ₹22.80
Sumeet Bagadia of Choice Broking sees a bullish setup forming after a period of consolidation. The stock offers low entry cost with limited downside.
Buy at: ₹64.81
Target: ₹69.34
Stop Loss: ₹62.54
Also recommended by Bagadia, Reliance Power is showing signs of a breakout and has attracted fresh trading interest.
Buy at: ₹69
Target: ₹73
Stop Loss: ₹67
Mehul Kothari of Anand Rathi believes NMDC offers a strong fundamental play, and the current correction may provide an ideal entry point.
Buy at: ₹146
Target: ₹152
Stop Loss: ₹143
Although slightly above the ₹100 threshold, Rain Industries has made the list due to its solid technical structure and support levels.
Buy at: ₹76.40
Targets: ₹79.60, ₹81.70
Stop Loss: ₹74.30
Sugandha Sachdeva of SS WealthStreet sees potential for a rebound in the retail sector, with ABFRL positioned to lead the way.
Buy at: ₹65.50
Target: ₹70
Stop Loss: ₹62
Recommended by Anshul Jain of Lakshmishree Investment, Suzlon continues to be a favored clean energy stock with solid momentum.
Despite ongoing volatility in the broader market, seasoned analysts are identifying value picks among lower-priced stocks. These six shares, all trading under ₹100, come with favorable technical setups and defined risk parameters — making them suitable for short-term or intraday strategies.
While investor sentiment may remain cautious due to global trade tensions and domestic economic data, selective buying with disciplined stop-loss strategies may still yield results. However, investors are advised to consult with certified financial advisors and conduct personal research before making any investment decisions.
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