Top stock market recommendations: According to Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice President – WM Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group, Force Motors, Maruti Suzuki, and MCX are the top buy calls for today. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty and the top stock picks for August 14, 2025:Index View: NiftyNifty has been facing resistance in the 24700-24750 zone which also coincides with a downward trendline resistance. Any major trend reversal is expected to happen above 24800 on a closing basis, whereas on downside 24200 seems to be open. The 200 DMA stands at around 24000 level, any dip towards this level should be closely watched for major trend support.Bank NiftyBank Nifty also in line with Nifty is following sell on rise template as all intraday rallies are getting sold into the strength. Any major upside trend is expected to begin above 55800 on a closing basis. On the downside, next strong support in the 54000-54300 zone.FORCE MOTORS (BUY):
- LCP: 20047
- Stop Loss: 19200
- Target: 21500
Stock is inching up against broader market weakness and currently trading around all time highs. The stock has picked up strong momentum after posting a strong set of quarterly results. For the current momentum play we are seeing a 10-15% upside in the current leg itself.Maruti Suzuki (BUY):
- LCP: 12834
- Stop Loss: 12350
- Target: 14000
Auto stocks have been showing significant resilience against the broader market weakness. The stock has recouped all its losses of last one year, and now is currently trading at around its all time high levels with constructive chart pattern. A close above 13000 can lead to rise in momentum for quick 8-10% gain.MCX (BUY):
- LCP: 8339
- Stop Loss: 7950
- Target: 9000
The stock seems to have completed its consolidation after a prior strong up-move. The upward trend looks to continue again as stock breaks out of its consolidation with strong volumes. A quick 8-10% move can be seen on the stock to reclaim its all time high. (Disclaimer: Recommendations and views on the stock market and other asset classes given by experts are their own. These opinions do not represent the views of The Times of India)
