Stocks to Watch Today August 24, 2026: HDFC Bank, Sun Pharma, Titan, Tata Steel and Infosys — Analyst Setups and Key Levels

Why These Stocks Are on the Watchlist for August 24, 2026

Today is Monday, August 24 — the first session of a new trading week. The Nifty 50 closed the previous week with its last session at 24,212. Over the weekend, global markets absorbed a week of US Treasury yield stress, Brent crude firming above $93, and Japan's CPI print of 1.8% backing BOJ rate hike expectations. Today's opening tone — visible through gift Nifty futures and pre-market quotes — will set the directional bias.

These stocks to watch today for August 24 were flagged by Univest analysts Ankit Jaiswal (Senior Research Analyst, technical setups) and Kunal Singla (Associate Director, quantitative analysis) based on standout RSI signals, key technical level proximity, and sector-specific catalysts that could trigger moves in today's session.

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Stocks to Watch Today: Data Summary

Stock	CMP (Rs)	20-DMA (Rs)	RSI	Signal
HDFC Bank	726.95	734.28	22.8	Extreme oversold — watch for reversal
Sun Pharma	1,902.40	1,942.57	29.1	Deep oversold — bounce watch
Titan Company	5,086.10	4,986.39	57.7	Above DMA — momentum continuation
Tata Steel	183.00	186.88	32.2	Below DMA — key support Rs 181 watch
Infosys	1,121.00	1,150.35	30.8	Oversold — sector cue watch

1. HDFC Bank — Extreme Oversold RSI at 22.8

CMP: Rs 726.95 | 20-DMA: Rs 734.28 | RSI: 22.8

HDFC Bank has the most extreme RSI reading among large-caps today — 22.8 — placing it firmly in deeply oversold territory. Ankit Jaiswal has flagged HDFC Bank as one of the key stocks to watch today because oversold extremes of this magnitude in a fundamentally strong bank are rare and often precede meaningful technical recoveries.

The stock is Rs 7.33 below its 20-DMA of Rs 734.28. Key levels to watch: support at Rs 720 (below which the selling accelerates), resistance at Rs 734 (20-DMA) and Rs 742 (prior consolidation zone). The catalyst for a reversal could be FII buying data, positive RBI commentary, or simply the absence of fresh negative news. Watch for today's opening — if HDFC Bank holds above Rs 720 and shows any green candle in the first 30 minutes, it could signal the start of a technical bounce.

Kunal Singla notes that HDFC Bank at RSI 22.8 is pricing in significant fundamental disappointment. If the actual situation does not deteriorate further, the valuation cushion and oversold signal together make it a name to monitor closely.

2. Sun Pharma — Deep Oversold at RSI 29.1

CMP: Rs 1,902.40 | 20-DMA: Rs 1,942.57 | RSI: 29.1

Sun Pharma remains on the stocks to watch today list for a second consecutive week, with its RSI holding at 29.1 — still in deeply oversold territory but slightly recovered from 24.8 on August 20. The stock is Rs 40 below its 20-DMA of Rs 1,942.57. The Nifty Pharma index is the broader indicator to watch — if the sector index stabilises or shows positive money flow today, Sun Pharma's oversold RSI can translate into a meaningful bounce toward Rs 1,940-1,960.

The downside risk: oversold readings can persist if the company-specific headwind (USFDA regulatory concerns or pricing pressure in the US generics market) is ongoing. Ankit Jaiswal has flagged the Rs 1,875 level as the critical support — a close below that level would negate the bounce thesis and signal further downside.

3. Titan Company — Momentum Watch Above Rs 5,100

CMP: Rs 5,086.10 | 20-DMA: Rs 4,986.39 | RSI: 57.7

Titan stands apart from most large-caps on today's watchlist by virtue of positive momentum rather than oversold signals. The stock is 2% above its 20-DMA and RSI at 57.7 indicates neutral-to-positive momentum without overbought risk. Ankit Jaiswal has flagged Titan for momentum continuation watch — particularly if it can hold above Rs 5,050 at the open and push through Rs 5,100.

The fundamental catalyst is the approaching festive season: Dhanteras and Diwali in Q3 FY27 typically produce Titan's strongest quarterly performance. Early channel checks pointing to strong jewellery demand would be a positive trigger. Watch the Nifty Auto and consumer discretionary space for sector-level support to Titan's move.

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4. Tata Steel — Key Support at Rs 181 Must Hold

CMP: Rs 183 | 20-DMA: Rs 186.88 | RSI: 32.2

Tata Steel is among the stocks to watch in today's stocks to watch today session because it is sitting just Rs 2 above a critical support zone at Rs 181. The RSI of 32.2 is approaching oversold but not extreme. Kunal Singla has flagged the Rs 181 level as a make-or-break point for today: a sustained hold above Rs 181 with any positive global steel cue (China demand recovery signal or Brent crude stabilising) could trigger a recovery toward Rs 187-188 (20-DMA). A close below Rs 181, however, would be technically bearish and signal further downside toward Rs 176.

Watch the Nifty Metal index and global steel futures (SGX Iron Ore, HRC futures) as leading indicators for Tata Steel's direction in today's session.

5. Infosys — Oversold in a Sector Under Global Pressure

CMP: Rs 1,121 | 20-DMA: Rs 1,150.35 | RSI: 30.8

Infosys is approaching oversold territory at RSI 30.8, sitting Rs 29 below its 20-DMA. The Nifty IT sector has been under pressure from global tech weakness — the Nasdaq fell 1% on August 20 — and US discretionary IT spending uncertainty. Ankit Jaiswal has flagged Infosys as one of the stocks to watch today for a potential oversold bounce if the global tech mood improves today, but emphasises that the fundamental headwinds (deal ramp-up slowdown, margin pressure from AI investment) mean this is a short-term technical watch rather than a fundamental buy signal.

The key trigger to watch: if the Nifty IT index opens positive and Infosys holds above Rs 1,108-1,110, a bounce toward Rs 1,135-1,140 is possible intraday. A weak Nifty IT open negates this setup entirely.

Key Market Context for Stocks to Watch Today on August 24, 2026

As you track the stocks to watch today on August 24, keep the following macro context in mind: the broader Nifty 50 closed at 24,212 on August 21. Today is the first session after a full weekend and market participants will be repositioning based on Friday's data. Bank Nifty direction will be particularly important — HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank together have a heavy weighting and their RSI signals (22.8 and 35.4 respectively) make the banking index the single most important sector to watch for determining today's Nifty direction.

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Conclusion

The stocks to watch today — the five names on August 24, 2026 are HDFC Bank (RSI 22.8, extreme oversold), Sun Pharma (RSI 29.1, deep oversold), Titan (RSI 57.7, momentum), Tata Steel (Rs 181 support watch), and Infosys (RSI 30.8, sector-cue dependent). HDFC Bank and Bank Nifty are the most important stocks to watch today for determining the broader market direction on August 24. Verify all data on official NSE and BSE portals before making any investment decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which are the top stocks to watch today on August 24, 2026?

Ans. The top five stocks to watch today are HDFC Bank (RSI 22.8, extreme oversold), Sun Pharma (RSI 29.1, deep oversold), Titan Company (RSI 57.7, momentum above 20-DMA), Tata Steel (Rs 181 support watch, RSI 32.2), and Infosys (RSI 30.8, sector-cue dependent bounce watch).

Why is HDFC Bank a key stock to watch today?

Ans. HDFC Bank's RSI of 22.8 is one of the most extreme oversold readings among large-caps today. The stock is at Rs 726.95, below its 20-DMA of Rs 734.28. Oversold extremes of this magnitude in fundamentally strong large-cap banks often precede technical bounces. Watch for a hold above Rs 720 and any positive price action in the first 30 minutes.

What is the key level for Tata Steel to watch today?

Ans. Tata Steel's critical support level to watch today is Rs 181. Kunal Singla at Univest has flagged this as a make-or-break zone: hold above Rs 181 could trigger recovery toward Rs 187-188 (20-DMA), while a close below Rs 181 signals further downside toward Rs 176. The Nifty Metal index is the leading cue for Tata Steel's direction.

Why is Titan Company a stock to watch today despite markets being cautious?

Ans. Titan is on the watchlist for positive reasons: RSI 57.7 (healthy momentum), trading 2% above its 20-DMA at Rs 5,086, and approaching festive season tailwinds in jewellery. Ankit Jaiswal has flagged Rs 5,100 as the key breakout level to watch — a move above Rs 5,100 signals momentum continuation.

What is the RSI of Sun Pharma today?

Ans. Sun Pharma's RSI is 29.1 on August 24, 2026 — still in deeply oversold territory. The stock closed at Rs 1,902.40 against a 20-DMA of Rs 1,942.57. The Rs 1,875 level is the critical support: a close below that negates the bounce thesis. Watch Nifty Pharma index direction as the sector-level trigger.

What does 'stocks to watch today' mean for retail investors?

Ans. The stocks to watch today listed above are not buy or sell recommendations — they are stocks with specific setups (oversold RSI, key support/resistance proximity, or momentum triggers) worth monitoring during the trading session. Retail investors should use this as a research starting point, verify live prices on NSE, and consult a SEBI-registered advisor before making any investment decision.

Which analyst flagged these stocks for today's watchlist?

Ans. Ankit Jaiswal, Senior Research Analyst at Univest, flagged HDFC Bank, Sun Pharma, Titan, and Infosys based on RSI and technical setups. Kunal Singla, Associate Director at Univest, flagged Tata Steel's Rs 181 support level and HDFC Bank's quantitative oversold signal as the key setups for August 24, 2026.

How is the Bank Nifty likely to perform today?

Ans. Bank Nifty will be the most important sectoral indicator today, as HDFC Bank (RSI 22.8) and ICICI Bank (RSI 35.4) — both with deep oversold readings — carry heavy weightage. If these stocks show any stabilisation or positive opening, Bank Nifty could lead the Nifty 50 recovery. A continued decline in these stocks would weigh on the broader index.