Bajaj Broking Research suggests that Nifty will consolidate between 24,500-25,000, while Bank Nifty is expected to rise towards 57,500-58,300. Amidst US-India trade tensions and RBI rate decisions, Axis Bank is recommended for purchase between Rs 1050-1070, targeting Rs 1175. Larsen and Toubro is also a buy, within Rs 3590-3640, with expectations to reach Rs 3963.
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