Stocks to buy: Nagaraj Shetti recommends Sumitomo, Samvardhana Motherson shares to buy

The Indian stock market rose on 21 May amid falling crude oil prices and optimism over US-Iran negotiations. The Nifty 50 rose to 23,715 with potential for further upside above 23,850. Key stocks are showing bullish trends amidst overall market volatility.

Dhanya Nagasundaram
Published21 May 2026, 12:27 PM IST
Stocks to buy: Nagaraj Shetti recommends Sumitomo, Samvardhana Motherson shares to buy
Stocks to buy: Nagaraj Shetti recommends Sumitomo, Samvardhana Motherson shares to buy

Stock market today: Indian benchmark indices traded higher on Thursday, 21 May, as easing crude oil prices boosted investor sentiment amid growing optimism that the US could be nearing a deal with Iran to end the Middle East conflict. Investors also remained focused on key corporate earnings announcements.

As of 12:22 IST, the Nifty 50 rose 0.24% to 23,715 . 25, while the Sensex was trading flat at 75,395.04.

Market sentiment improved after US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were in their final stages, raising hopes of a possible peace agreement in the region.

Adding to the optimism, shipping data showed that two Chinese oil tankers exited the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, signalling some easing of tensions around global energy supply routes.

Brent crude, which had plunged 5.6% in the previous session, edged 0.8% higher on Thursday and was trading near the $106 per barrel mark.

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Market Views - Nagaraj Shetti, Senior Technical Research Analyst of HDFC Securities

Nifty 50

The Nifty 50 has witnessed high volatility so far today and is currently trading higher by 50 points. After opening with an upside gap of 170 points, the market struggled to sustain above the 23,800 level and slipped into gradual weakness in the early part of the session. Presently showing range-bound action, and the opening upside gap remains partially filled.

The underlying trend of Nifty 50 remains positive. A decisive move above the crucial hurdle of 23,850-23,900 levels could open sharp upside for the market in the near term. Immediate support is now placed at the 23,500 levels.

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Buy Sumitomo Chemical India at 475.25, Target at 500, Stoploss at 460, Timeframe 1 week

Sumitomo Chemical share price has been moving up consistently as per bullish higher highs and higher lows on the daily chart. The crucial hurdle, like the 200-day EMA, has been surpassed on the upside. Volume pattern and daily RSI indicate a positive bias for the stock price ahead.

Buy Samvardhana Motherson International at 137.50, Target at 145, Stoploss at 133, Timeframe 1 week

After showing volatility around the 132-134 levels, Samvardhana Motherson share price has gained momentum on the upside so far today. Currently, placed at the edge of a decisive breakout of the hurdle around the 136-138 levels. Volume has begun to expand during the stock price breakout, and the daily RSI shows a positive signal.

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About the Author

Dhanya Nagasundaram works as a Content Producer at LiveMint, specializing in news related to financial markets, stocks, and business. With over eight years of experience in journalism and content creation, she has honed her skills in data-driven reporting and market analysis. Her focus is on monitoring stock trends, initial public offerings (IPOs), corporate news, policy shifts, and larger economic trends that affect investors and market players. <br><br> At LiveMint, Dhanya consistently writes and produces articles that make complex financial topics accessible to readers. She keeps a close eye on equity markets, commodities, and macroeconomic indicators, assisting audiences in comprehending how global and domestic events influence investment perspectives. Her stories frequently underscore emerging trends within sectors, the IPO market, company earnings results, and market strategies pertinent to both retail and institutional investors. <br><br> Before her tenure at LiveMint, Dhanya accumulated a wealth of professional experience at various companies, including MintGenie, Informist, Cogenics, Chary Publications, KPMG, and the Royal Bank of Scotland. These positions allowed her to establish a solid foundation in financial research, reporting, and content creation. <br><br> Throughout her career, she has explored numerous subjects such as trading strategies, commodities, IPOs, wealth generation, corporate profits, and macroeconomic indicators. Her background in both financial journalism and corporate settings has given her the ability to tackle stories with analytical rigor while ensuring clarity for her audience. Through her contributions, Dhanya strives to deliver insightful, trustworthy, and investor-centric financial content.

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