Indian equity markets

September 9, 2026 4:25 PM

Sensex Under Pressure as Brent Crude Tops $100 on Middle East Tensions

Indian equity markets extended their decline for the third consecutive session on Wednesday as escalating US-Iran tensions pushed Brent crude prices to the crucial $100-per-barrel mark, raising concerns over inflation and the broader economic outlook. The benchmark Sensex fell 813.35 points, or 1.08 per cent, to settle at 74,764.23, while the Nifty declined 203.60 points, or 0.86 per cent, to close at 23,431.50. Commenting on Nifty technical outlook, experts said that 23,550–23,600 now remai...

September 4, 2026 10:06 AM

Sensex, Nifty post notable gains in early trade led by IT stocks

The Indian equity markets posted notable gains early on Friday driven by gains in IT stocks and positive data on the domestic economy. Sensex added 515 points, or 0.68 per cent, in early trade to reach 76,668 and Nifty gained 51 points, or 0.22 per cent to reach 23,925. Main broad-cap indices performed in line with the benchmark indices, as the Nifty Midcap 100 added 0.03 per cent, and the Nifty Smallcap 100 gained 0.49 per cent. Sectoral indices on NSE traded mixed with Nifty consumer durabl...

August 27, 2026 4:19 PM

Sensex, Nifty post notable losses over global tensions

Indian benchmark equity indices ended lower on Thursday, with the Sensex falling 539 points and Nifty declining 0.48 per cent, as expiry-led volatility and continued uncertainty over a diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East weighed on market sentiment. The BSE Sensex closed at 76,933.59, down 539.35 points or 0.70 per cent, while the NSE Nifty 50 settled at 24,090.85, declining 116.90 points or 0.48 per cent. Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said markets are likely...

August 27, 2026 10:22 AM

Sensex, Nifty post mild uptick over easing crude prices

The Indian equity markets posted a mild uptick early on Thursday as oil prices edged down on expectations of Iran-Oman talks over opening the Strait of Hormuz. As of 9.18 am, Sensex added 81 points, or 0.10 per cent, to reach 77,553 and Nifty gained 37 points, or 0.16 per cent, to reach 24,425. Main broad-cap indices performed in line with the benchmark indices, as the Nifty Midcap 100 added 0.31 per cent, and the Nifty Smallcap 100 gained 0.24 per cent. All sectoral indices on NSE traded in ...

August 3, 2026 10:43 AM

Sensex, Nifty surge up to 1 percent in early trade as lower crude, FII buying boost sentiment

Indian equity markets traded higher on Monday as benchmarks rallied up to 1 per cent in morning trade, supported by broad-based buying across banking, FMCG and metal stocks amid easing crude oil prices, sustained monsoon progress and renewed foreign fund inflows. Sensex surged 800 points or 1.02 per cent to an intraday high of 78,895.10 in early deals, while Nifty climbed 192.85 points or 0.79 per cent to 24,576.45. Sector-wise, FMCG, metal, cement and banking shares led gains, with Nifty FMCG...

July 29, 2026 10:09 AM

Indian Markets Open Nearly 1% Higher; IT Stocks Lead Rally

Indian equity markets opened sharply higher on Wednesday, with the benchmark indices gaining nearly 1 per cent each as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve's policy decision. Sensex opened at 77,423.77, up 657.85 points or 0.86 per cent, while the Nifty started at 24,176.65, rising 191.30 points or 0.80 per cent. Sector-wise, most indices traded in the green in early deals, led by Nifty IT which jumped over 2 per cent. Meanwhile, Nifty MidSmall IT & Telecom gained 1 per cent, followed...

July 22, 2026 2:12 PM

Sensex, Nifty post early losses over rising crude prices, new US tariff plan

The Indian equity markets posted notable losses early on Wednesday, weighed down by the US-Iran conflict and rising Brent crude prices. Sensex lost 371 points, or 0.48 per cent, to reach 77,097 in morning trade while Nifty shed 106 points, or 0.44 per cent, to reach 24,081. Main broad-cap indices performed in line with the benchmark indices, as the Nifty Midcap 100 lost 0.16 per cent, and the Nifty Smallcap 100 dipped 0.33 per cent. Sectoral indices on NSE traded mostly in red, led by losses ...

July 21, 2026 10:01 AM

Indian equity markets open flat amid Middle East tensions, lower crude prices

Indian equity markets opened on a flat note on Tuesday as investors remained cautious amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, despite a decline in crude oil prices. Sensex opened 58.89 points or 0.08 per cent lower at 77,649.63, while Nifty fell 22.45 points or 0.09 per cent to 24,216.05. Sectorally, IT, cement and metal stocks bucked the weak broader trend. Nifty IT rose 0.46 per cent, while Nifty Cement and Nifty Metal indices gained 0.51 per cent and 0.33 per cent, respective...

July 14, 2026 4:51 PM

Sensex falls over 560 points, Nifty slips to 24,052; US-Iran conflict weigh on Dalal Street

The Indian equity markets extended losses in Tuesday's trading session, with the Sensex falling over 560 points and Nifty settling at around 24,000 level. Investor sentiment weakened after escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf, sparked by intensified US-Iran attacks, pushed crude oil prices to a one-month high and led to widespread selling across sectors. Sensex closed lower at 77,054.94, down 561.46 points or 0.72 per cent, likewise, Nifty ended in the red at 24,052.05, down 158.95 points or...

July 14, 2026 10:39 AM

Sensex, Nifty decline as geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices pressure markets

Indian equity markets opened lower on Tuesday as escalating geopolitical tensions and a surge in crude oil prices triggered selling pressure among investors. The BSE Sensex declined 524.12 points, or 0.68 per cent, to trade at 77,092.28, while the broader NSE Nifty 50 fell 145.20 points, or 0.60 per cent, to 24,065.80. In the commodities market, crude oil prices moved higher amid global concerns. Brent crude gained 1.88 per cent, or USD 1.56, to USD 84.86 per barrel, while crude oil futures ro...