September 20, 2024 11:26 AM

Sensex, Nifty surge as global markets rally after Fed rate cut

India’s benchmark indices surged on Friday, tracking a global market rally fueled by the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by 50 basis points. The Nifty 50 gained 110.15 points, or 0.43%, to open at 25,525.95, while the Sensex rose by 418.24 points, or 0.50%, to 83,603.04. Market experts attribute the rally to sustained support from domestic investors, which has helped offset selling pressure from foreign institutional investors (FIIs). "US markets rebounded strongly, wi...