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Surprise IV Crash? Post Market Report 18-Sep-26

Sep 18, 2026

The creator discusses several market surprises, including a contraction in Nifty futures premium, a significant IV crash over two days, and the strong performance of HDFC Bank despite its recent decline. They also note TCS's continued fall and FIIs turning net buyers. The creator reiterates their view of Nifty trading between 23,000 and 23,500 and advises caution for pure option sellers due to low premiums following the IV collapse.

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PEPNeutralLow ConvictionResearch Only

Pepsi, like Coca-Cola, pays corporate taxes in India when conducting business there, serving as an example for tax obligations.

KONeutralLow ConvictionResearch Only

Coca-Cola and Pepsi, despite being American companies, pay corporate taxes in India when doing business there, illustrating that taxes are due regardless of location.

IESCNeutralLow ConvictionResearch Only

Reliance Industries was mentioned as a heavyweight stock that was down at some point during the trading session.

INFYNeutralLow ConvictionResearch Only

Infosys was mentioned as one of the major IT stocks that were down at some point during the trading session.

IBNNeutralLow ConvictionResearch Only

ICICI Bank was mentioned as one of the major banks that were down at some point during the trading session.

BTCSBearishHigh ConvictionSignal-backedPrimary

TCS continued its sharp decline, falling another 100 rupees today and breaking below 2,100, marking a drop of over 4%.

HDBNeutralMedium ConvictionSignal-backedPrimary

HDFC Bank, despite a 30% fall in recent months, showed surprising strength, contributing significantly to Nifty's gains and even propping up the index when other heavyweights were down.

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BTCS
sell opened Sep 18, 2026
+31.23%