Stock Market Recommendations for August 12, 2025

According to Somil Mehta, Head - Alternate Research, Capital Market Strategy, Mirae Asset Sharekhan, today's market presents two key opportunities:

Hindustan Zinc – Sell Recommendation

Sell in the range between Rs 420 & Rs 415; Stop Loss: Rs 432; Target: Rs 390

Hindustan Zinc has shown a breakdown from a flag pattern and an upward sloping trendline, now trading below the 200 DMA at 453. Negative momentum indicators and a close below the 20 DMA at 432 signal a continued downtrend towards the previous swing low of 390. Resistance is noted at 427 & 432, with support at 410 and 390.

L&T – Buy Recommendation

Buy in the range between Rs 3675 & Rs 3660; Stop Loss: Rs 3580; Target: Rs 3800

L&T has broken its consolidation phase upwards, indicating a resumed uptrend. Support at the 10 DMA (3610) and a positive momentum crossover suggest potential gains up to 3730 and 3800. Key resistance lies at 3686 & 3800, with support at 3620 and 3580.

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