July 18, 2025: HDFC Bank Share, India’s largest private sector lender, traded slightly lower at ₹1,978.05, down 0.43% today despite maintaining a tight range between ₹1,976.2 and ₹1,997.75 during intraday trade. The bank’s stock remains within striking distance of its 52-week high of ₹2,027.4, signaling resilience amid broader market consolidation.
Short-Term & Long-Term Performance
| Time Frame | Return (%) |
|---|---|
| 1 Day | -0.43 |
| 1 Week | -0.13 |
| 1 Month | +2.28 |
| 3 Months | +2.62 |
| 6 Months | +19.97 |
| 1 Year | +22.70 |
| 3 Years | +47.00 |
| 5 Years | +74.88 |
Technical Indicators: Key Levels to Watch
- Pivot Level: ₹1985.1
- Resistance Levels:
- R1: ₹1994
- R2: ₹2006.65
- R3: ₹2015.55
- Support Levels:
- S1: ₹1972.45
- S2: ₹1963.55
- S3: ₹1950.9
The stock is currently trading just below its 5-day and 10-day moving averages, which stand around ₹1992. This suggests short-term consolidation. However, medium- to long-term EMAs continue to point upward momentum.
Moving Averages Summary
| Period | SMA (₹) | EMA (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Day | 1992.9 | 1991.46 |
| 10-Day | 1993.88 | 1991.72 |
| 20-Day | 1988.17 | 1985.13 |
| 50-Day | 1956.31 | 1952.75 |
| 100-Day | 1875.61 | 1897.99 |
| 200-Day | 1804.54 | 1821.88 |
With the stock consistently above its 50-, 100-, and 200-day averages, the overall trend remains bullish from a long-term perspective.
Sector Watch: HDFC Bank vs ICICI Bank
HDFC Bank share continues to outperform rival ICICI Bank in both short- and long-term growth metrics. While HDFC Bank posted a 12-month return of +22.7%, ICICI’s was comparatively lower at +13.19%. Over a 5-year horizon, however, ICICI Bank has delivered a stronger +289.86% return versus HDFC’s +74.88% — underlining ICICI’s aggressive growth story.
Analyst Takeaway
- Near-Term View: Sideways to slightly bullish. Key resistance at ₹2,000.
- Medium-Term Outlook: Consolidation expected, with potential breakout above ₹2,015.
- Long-Term Trend: Strong — driven by retail expansion, digital banking growth, and consistent earnings.
With earnings season around the corner and macroeconomic indicators turning favorable, HDFC Bank remains a core pick for long-term investors seeking stability and steady compounding.