{"id":75013,"date":"2026-04-22T00:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=75013"},"modified":"2026-04-21T17:55:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T12:25:22","slug":"intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Intraday Stocks Today: Analysts Reveal Top Picks for Wednesday Session, 22 April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Indian equity markets closed Tuesday&#8217;s session on a constructive note, making it a strong base for today&#8217;s <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> on 22 April. The Nifty 50 settled near 24,540 \u2014 up 0.72% from yesterday&#8217;s close of 24,364.85 \u2014 and the Sensex reclaimed the 79,000 mark, closing near 79,100. Bank Nifty held firm above 56,800. Heading into today&#8217;s session, the US-Iran ceasefire has officially expired, keeping crude oil near $95 a barrel as the key swing factor for <strong>intraday stock picks<\/strong>. With the Nifty holding above short-term support and DII flows remaining robust at \u20b92,966.89 crore, the environment for selecting <strong>best intraday stocks<\/strong> remains constructive for momentum traders.<\/p><p>According to Univest research analysts <strong>Ankit Jaiswal<\/strong>, Senior Equity Research Analyst, and <strong>Kunal Singla<\/strong>, Associate Director, today&#8217;s market is likely to see selective stock-specific action driven by Q4 FY26 earnings events on the corporate calendar. Based on technical indicators, volume setups and event catalysts, they have highlighted the following <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> that traders may consider watching closely. These <strong>top intraday stocks<\/strong> span retail, banking and power \u2014 three sectors with distinct triggers in today&#8217;s session.<\/p><p><strong>For today&#8217;s trading session, analysts suggest watching these intraday stocks: Trent, Axis Bank and Tata Power.<\/strong> Scroll down and explore the key highlights of these NSE intraday picks for today.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Below_is_the_Overview_of_Intraday_Stocks_Today\" title=\"Below is the Overview of Intraday Stocks Today:\">Below is the Overview of Intraday Stocks Today:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Trent_Share\" title=\"Trent Share\">Trent Share<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Axis_Bank_Share\" title=\"Axis Bank Share\">Axis Bank Share<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Tata_Power_Company_Share\" title=\"Tata Power Company Share\">Tata Power Company Share<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Global_Cues_Driving_Todays_Intraday_Stocks\" title=\"Global Cues Driving Today&#8217;s Intraday Stocks\">Global Cues Driving Today&#8217;s Intraday Stocks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Impact_on_the_Indian_Stock_Market\" title=\"Impact on the Indian Stock Market\">Impact on the Indian Stock Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Intraday_Trading_Strategy_For_Today\" title=\"Intraday Trading Strategy For Today\">Intraday Trading Strategy For Today<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#How_to_Choose_Stocks_for_Intraday\" title=\"How to Choose Stocks for Intraday\">How to Choose Stocks for Intraday<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#How_to_Select_Stocks_for_Intraday_%E2%80%94_A_Quick_Checklist\" title=\"How to Select Stocks for Intraday \u2014 A Quick Checklist\">How to Select Stocks for Intraday \u2014 A Quick Checklist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Risks_of_Intraday_Trading\" title=\"Risks of Intraday Trading\">Risks of Intraday Trading<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Q1_What_are_intraday_stocks_for_today\" title=\"Q1. What are intraday stocks for today?\">Q1. What are intraday stocks for today?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Q2_Which_are_the_best_intraday_stocks_for_today_as_per_analyst_recommendation\" title=\"Q2. Which are the best intraday stocks for today as per analyst recommendation?\">Q2. Which are the best intraday stocks for today as per analyst recommendation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Q3_How_to_choose_stocks_for_intraday_trading\" title=\"Q3. How to choose stocks for intraday trading?\">Q3. How to choose stocks for intraday trading?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Q4_How_to_select_stocks_for_intraday_trading\" title=\"Q4. How to select stocks for intraday trading?\">Q4. How to select stocks for intraday trading?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Q5_What_is_the_best_time_for_intraday_trading_in_India\" title=\"Q5. What is the best time for intraday trading in India?\">Q5. What is the best time for intraday trading in India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/intraday-stocks-today-22-apr-2026\/#Recent_Article\" title=\"Recent Article\">Recent Article<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Below_is_the_Overview_of_Intraday_Stocks_Today\"><\/span><strong>Below is the Overview of Intraday Stocks Today:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Trent, Axis Bank and Tata Power are today&#8217;s key <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> to watch, each carrying a distinct catalyst for the 22 April session. Trent holds a high-impact board meeting for its first-ever bonus issue and Q4 FY26 results \u2014 making it the most event-driven among <strong>today&#8217;s intraday stocks<\/strong>. Axis Bank is building technical momentum ahead of detailed Q4 results, while Tata Power is holding at a fresh 52-week high with the power sector index at multi-month highs. These <strong>best intraday stocks<\/strong> require strict risk management before entry.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trent_Share\"><\/span><strong>Trent Share<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Share Price Target: <\/strong>\u20b94,350 \u2013 \u20b94,500<\/p><p><strong>Market Capitalisation: <\/strong>Approx. \u20b91,49,000 crore<\/p><p><strong>Stop Loss: <\/strong>\u20b94,080<\/p><p>Trent is the frontrunner among <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> given its board meeting on 22 April where the Tata Group retailer considers its first-ever bonus issue alongside Q4 FY26 audited results. A preliminary business update showed standalone revenue up 20% YoY to \u20b94,940 crore, with 109 new Zudio and 22 new Westside stores added in Q4. The stock gained 28% in April and holds an RSI of 65, indicating momentum without being overbought \u2014 a textbook setup for <strong>intraday stocks to buy today<\/strong>. <strong>Ankit Jaiswal<\/strong>, Senior Equity Research Analyst at Univest, has asked traders to watch Trent closely today. He notes that the bonus issue combination with a strong Q4 revenue print makes it one of the most compelling <strong>intraday stock picks<\/strong> for this session. Entry on any post-open dip toward \u20b94,180-4,220 is the cleaner setup, with stop loss at \u20b94,080 and targets at \u20b94,350 and \u20b94,500.<\/p><p><em>Download the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a><em> or the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a><em> to get daily intraday stock recommendations and research pieces.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Axis_Bank_Share\"><\/span><strong>Axis Bank Share<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Share Price Target: <\/strong>\u20b91,395 \u2013 \u20b91,420<\/p><p><strong>Market Capitalisation: <\/strong>Approx. \u20b94,14,000 crore<\/p><p><strong>Stop Loss: <\/strong>\u20b91,330<\/p><p>Axis Bank is among the <strong>best intraday stocks for today<\/strong> in the financial services space, gaining 1.34% in yesterday&#8217;s session as the top large-cap banking gainer. The bank&#8217;s Q4 FY26 business update showed advances growing 18.3% YoY, ahead of the sector average, keeping it as one of the most tracked <strong>intraday stocks today<\/strong> in the banking index. Detailed results are expected in the April 20-25 window, adding event risk that can generate intraday moves. <strong>Kunal Singla<\/strong>, Associate Director at Univest, has flagged Axis Bank for today&#8217;s <strong>intraday stock<\/strong> watchlist, citing a clean volume build-up above the \u20b91,350 support and the stock trading just 4% below its 52-week high of \u20b91,418. The \u20b91,355-1,365 zone offers a clean risk-reward entry for intraday traders watching this counter.<\/p><p><em>Download the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a><em> or the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a><em> to track Axis Bank live and receive SEBI-backed research alerts.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tata_Power_Company_Share\"><\/span><strong>Tata Power Company Share<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Share Price Target: <\/strong>\u20b9445 \u2013 \u20b9460<\/p><p><strong>Market Capitalisation: <\/strong>\u20b91,36,633 crore<\/p><p><strong>Stop Loss: <\/strong>\u20b9418<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/stocks\/tatapower\/tata-power-company-ltd-share-price-today\">Tata Power<\/a> enters today&#8217;s session near its 52-week high of \u20b9438.50 \u2014 one of the stronger <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> in the power sector. Yesterday&#8217;s close at \u20b9433.60 caps a six-session winning streak of 8.77% cumulative gains, and the BSE Power index is itself at multi-month highs. The stock trades above all key moving averages \u2014 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day and 200-day \u2014 the clearest technical signal available for <strong>intraday stocks to buy today<\/strong> in a trending sector. According to <strong>Ankit Jaiswal<\/strong>, the \u20b9428-432 zone is the clean entry band for traders watching this <strong>top intraday stock<\/strong> today, with a stop loss at \u20b9418 and targets at \u20b9445 and \u20b9460 if the power sector index maintains its strength into today&#8217;s close.<\/p><p><em>Download the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a><em> or the <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a><em> to track live power sector intraday stock recommendations.<\/em><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Cues_Driving_Todays_Intraday_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>Global Cues Driving Today&#8217;s Intraday Stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>US-Iran ceasefire expired \u2014 crude oil is the swing factor for today&#8217;s intraday stocks: <\/strong>The ceasefire expired on 21 April with Tehran maintaining a firm stance. Brent crude at ~$95 is stable for now, but any overnight escalation could spike it sharply higher and directly pressure today&#8217;s <strong>intraday stocks<\/strong> in OMCs, aviation and rate-sensitive sectors.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>GIFT Nifty flat to mildly positive: <\/strong>Singapore-listed Nifty futures at 24,545-24,574 signal a flat opening. The lack of directional index cue means <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> with company-specific catalysts \u2014 like Trent&#8217;s board meeting \u2014 are likely to outperform the broader index.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>US markets slightly lower, Asian markets mixed: <\/strong>NASDAQ ended 0.26% lower overnight; Nikkei at 59,349 was modestly positive. A mixed global backdrop keeps institutional flows cautious and means <strong>best intraday stocks<\/strong> today must be chosen on the basis of domestic event-driven catalysts rather than global momentum.<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_the_Indian_Stock_Market\"><\/span><strong>Impact on the Indian Stock Market<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Selective buying in earnings-driven intraday stocks today: <\/strong>Stocks with same-day board meetings or results announcements \u2014 Trent being the headline \u2014 tend to see elevated intraday volumes. These <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> create directional volume surges that momentum traders can leverage with strict stop losses.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>IT stocks may face selling pressure: <\/strong>Nifty IT was the only red sectoral index in yesterday&#8217;s session. With Infosys results on 23 April, IT stocks will see pre-results positioning today. Traders selecting <strong>intraday stocks to buy today<\/strong> should be cautious about adding IT names given the sector&#8217;s AI disruption overhang.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Shift toward event-specific intraday stock picks: <\/strong>With geopolitical uncertainty capping directional conviction, many traders are focusing on <strong>today&#8217;s intraday stocks<\/strong> with identifiable catalysts rather than taking broad directional index bets. This makes stock selection \u2014 not direction call \u2014 the key skill today.<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intraday_Trading_Strategy_For_Today\"><\/span><strong>Intraday Trading Strategy For Today<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Trading <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> requires discipline, a pre-session plan and strict execution. Here are the key strategy rules for today&#8217;s picks:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Use strict stop loss on every intraday stock today: <\/strong>For each of the <strong>best intraday stocks<\/strong> listed above, maintain the stop loss levels stated. A losing <strong>intraday stock<\/strong> that extends beyond the session becomes an unwanted overnight position.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Manage position size across intraday stocks: <\/strong>Avoid concentrating capital in a single <strong>intraday stock pick<\/strong>, especially event-driven names like Trent. Apply the 1% rule \u2014 risk no more than 1% of capital on any single <strong>intraday stock for today<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Monitor crude oil and geopolitical headlines: <\/strong>A Brent crude spike above $100 is an immediate signal to flatten all aggressive long positions in <strong>intraday stocks today<\/strong>, particularly in aviation and infrastructure names.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Square off all intraday stocks before 3:15 PM: <\/strong>Every <strong>intraday stock to buy today<\/strong> must be closed by 3:15 PM IST. Holding beyond 3:20 PM risks an automatic broker square-off and unnecessary overnight geopolitical exposure.<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_Stocks_for_Intraday\"><\/span><strong>How to Choose Stocks for Intraday<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Knowing how to choose stocks for intraday trading from the hundreds of NSE and BSE candidates is what separates consistent traders from those who simply follow tips. The right <strong>intraday stock for today<\/strong> must satisfy several filters simultaneously \u2014 liquidity, technical setup, catalyst and risk-reward. Here is the repeatable framework that works:<\/p><p><strong>Liquidity first: <\/strong>Only trade <strong>intraday stocks<\/strong> with daily cash market volumes above \u20b950 crore and a tight bid-ask spread. Thinly-traded <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> are hard to exit quickly and amplify losses on stop-out moves.<\/p><p><strong>Volatility sweet spot: <\/strong>The <strong>best intraday stocks<\/strong> carry an ATR of 1.5-3% per day \u2014 enough room to make a meaningful return after costs, but not so volatile that the stop loss gets hit by routine noise.<\/p><p><strong>News and event-driven catalysts: <\/strong>The most reliable <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> are those with a same-day event \u2014 a Q4 result, bonus issue announcement, board meeting or order win. Trent&#8217;s board meeting today is a textbook example of the kind of catalyst that creates directional volume.<\/p><p><strong>Sector alignment: <\/strong>A <strong>top intraday stock<\/strong> in a sector that is also trending in the same direction amplifies the probability of success. Tata Power works as an <strong>intraday stock pick<\/strong> partly because the entire BSE Power index is at highs, reducing single-stock reversal risk.<\/p><p><strong>VWAP and moving average setup: <\/strong>The most consistent entries on <strong>intraday stocks today<\/strong> come when the stock is above its VWAP and above the 20-day and 50-day moving averages on the daily chart. <strong>Ankit Jaiswal<\/strong> recommends waiting for a VWAP confirmation candle before entering any of today&#8217;s <strong>intraday stock picks<\/strong>.<\/p><p><strong>Pre-market gap analysis: <\/strong>Stocks that gap up significantly at the open are best traded on pullbacks to support rather than at the first tick. An intraday trader buying <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> at the opening gap risks entering at the day&#8217;s high \u2014 always wait for stabilisation.<\/p><p><strong>Avoid illiquid and restricted counters: <\/strong>Never use T2T segment stocks, circuit-bound names or F&amp;O-banned counters as <strong>intraday stocks to buy today<\/strong>. These restrictions create unpredictable price action unsuitable for intraday strategies.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Select_Stocks_for_Intraday_%E2%80%94_A_Quick_Checklist\"><\/span><strong>How to Select Stocks for Intraday \u2014 A Quick Checklist<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>If you are wondering how to select stocks for intraday trading from a shortlist of potential <strong>intraday stock picks<\/strong>, the following checklist gives you a structured final filter before committing capital to any <strong>intraday stock for today<\/strong>:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Volume confirmation: <\/strong>Is today&#8217;s volume on the <strong>intraday stock<\/strong> already tracking above yesterday&#8217;s volume by 10:00 AM? Strong early volume confirms institutional interest in the name.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Price above VWAP: <\/strong>Is the <strong>intraday stock for today<\/strong> trading above the day&#8217;s VWAP by mid-morning? VWAP is the simplest filter for identifying which side has intraday control.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Clean daily chart setup: <\/strong>Is the <strong>top intraday stock<\/strong> above its 20-day moving average on the daily chart, with a visible breakout or support-retest pattern?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Confirmed same-day catalyst: <\/strong>Is there a board meeting, Q4 result or major news event today that explains why this <strong>intraday stock<\/strong> is in play? Without a catalyst, intraday moves in any stock are lower-conviction.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Risk-reward of at least 1:1.5: <\/strong>Before entering any <strong>intraday stock to buy today<\/strong>, calculate entry, stop loss and two targets. If the first target is less than 1.5x the stop loss distance, skip the trade.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Sector strength confirmed: <\/strong>Check whether the parent sector index is positive in the first 30 minutes. A technically sound <strong>intraday stock<\/strong> in a weak sector is a much lower-probability trade.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Kunal Singla<\/strong>, Associate Director at Univest, recommends cross-checking every <strong>intraday stock pick<\/strong> against sector-level momentum before entering. A strong <strong>intraday stock for today<\/strong> always has both the stock and its sector aligned in the same direction.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_of_Intraday_Trading\"><\/span><strong>Risks of Intraday Trading<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>While tracking <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> can offer short-term opportunities, investors must understand these risks before entering any position:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Sharp and unexpected price swings in <strong>intraday stocks today<\/strong> from geopolitical headlines \u2014 particularly a crude oil spike from any Iran-related developments \u2014 can breach stop losses quickly.<\/li>\n\n<li>Q4 FY26 results announcements can move <strong>intraday stocks<\/strong> 3-5% in either direction within minutes. Event-driven <strong>intraday stock picks<\/strong> always carry binary risk around results.<\/li>\n\n<li>Large FII block deals or institutional selling that is not visible in pre-market data can reverse trends in <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> even when the technical setup is clean.<\/li>\n\n<li>Averaging a losing <strong>intraday stock<\/strong> is one of the most common and costly mistakes. Never add to a position going against you within the same session, regardless of conviction.<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>The stock market is set for a session of selective, event-driven action on 22 April 2026. <strong>Ankit Jaiswal<\/strong> and <strong>Kunal Singla<\/strong> have suggested watching Trent, Axis Bank and Tata Power as the key <strong>intraday stocks for today<\/strong> \u2014 each backed by a distinct technical setup and same-day or near-term catalyst. Investors looking at the <strong>best intraday stocks to buy today<\/strong> must use proper risk management and follow the stop-loss levels stated for each of these <strong>intraday stock picks<\/strong>. Square off all <strong>today&#8217;s intraday stocks<\/strong> before 3:15 PM IST. Discipline and strict stop losses are the most important edges any trader can carry into any session.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_are_intraday_stocks_for_today\"><\/span><strong>Q1. What are intraday stocks for today?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Ans. <\/strong>Intraday stocks for today are shares that traders buy and sell within the same trading session on 22 April 2026 to capture short-term price movements. These intraday stocks must be squared off before market close at 3:30 PM IST, with profits or losses realised on the same day. The best intraday stocks for today are those with high liquidity, clean technical setups and a same-day catalyst.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Which_are_the_best_intraday_stocks_for_today_as_per_analyst_recommendation\"><\/span><strong>Q2. Which are the best intraday stocks for today as per analyst recommendation?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Ans. <\/strong>Univest analysts Ankit Jaiswal and Kunal Singla suggest watching Trent, Axis Bank and Tata Power as the top intraday stocks for today, 22 April 2026. Trent is in focus for its first-ever bonus issue board meeting, making it one of the most event-driven intraday stock picks of the session. Axis Bank and Tata Power complete the intraday stocks list with momentum and sector tailwinds respectively.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_How_to_choose_stocks_for_intraday_trading\"><\/span><strong>Q3. How to choose stocks for intraday trading?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Ans. <\/strong>To choose intraday stocks for today, look for high-liquidity stocks above \u20b950 crore daily volume, a clean technical setup on the daily chart, a same-day catalyst such as a Q4 result or board meeting, sector alignment, and a risk-reward ratio of at least 1:1.5. The best intraday stocks for today also show strong pre-market volume interest. Avoid illiquid, T2T or circuit-bound intraday stocks.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_How_to_select_stocks_for_intraday_trading\"><\/span><strong>Q4. How to select stocks for intraday trading?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Ans. <\/strong>To select the best intraday stocks for today, filter for volume confirmation in the first 30-60 minutes, price above the VWAP, a clear fundamental or technical catalyst for that session, and sector-level strength. Set your stop loss and two targets before entering any intraday stock trade. Never average a losing intraday stock position within the same session.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_What_is_the_best_time_for_intraday_trading_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Q5. What is the best time for intraday trading in India?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><strong>Ans. <\/strong>The most active periods for trading intraday stocks for today are 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM (opening hour, highest volume and event-driven moves) and 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM (closing hour, positions squared off creating sharp moves). Avoid entering new intraday stock positions between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM when volumes are typically thin and intraday stocks can move erratically.<\/p><p><em><strong>Disclaimer<\/strong>: This article is for informational purposes only. Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. Please read all related documents carefully and consult a SEBI-registered financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 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