The Nifty opened flat and traded in a narrow range, ending with a marginal gain of 0.1% at 25,541.80, reflecting low trader participation. In contrast, Bank Nifty showed strength, recovering from early losses and closing higher by 0.26% at 57,459.45. Overall sentiment remains sideways to bullish as long as Nifty holds above 25,000 and Bank Nifty above 57,000. Key levels to watch are:

• Nifty: Support at 25,300 & 25,000; Resistance at 25,700 & 27,800

• Bank Nifty: Support at 57,100 & 57,000; Resistance at 57,700 & 58,000