Nifty's Uptrend at Risk: 26,100 Key Level Amid Volatility; Pharma, Metal Surge

• Nifty declined on weekly expiry, pressured by Reliance, HDFC Bank, Kotak, ITC, opening gap-down below yesterday's low.
• Bank Nifty showed strength, supported by ICICI Bank and SBI; small-caps outperformed for the second consecutive day.
• Pharma and Metal sectors surged (Nifty Pharma +1.5%, Metal +1%), with Nalco as top gainer; Oil & Gas, FMCG declined.
• Trent stock fell 7% due to weaker growth, expensive valuations, and margin pressure concerns.
• Anuj Singhal: Nifty's uptrend ends if it slips below 26,100; Bank Nifty strong above 59,800.

Why It Matters: Nifty faces critical support at 26,100; market shows mixed trends with sector-specific strength.