From an intraday low of 18,202, Nifty rose more than 135 points on May 25 towards 18,338 and closed at the highest point of the day. At close, Nifty was up by 0.20% or 36 points at 18,321. The 18,458-18,500 range remains a strong resistance on the upside while a breach of 18200 would be considered bearish for the near term.