Indian stock market

May 20, 2026 9:57 AM

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid weak global cues, geopolitical tensions

Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday, mirroring weak global cues from the US and Asian markets amid rising bond yields and geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Sensex opened at 74,806.49, down 394.36 points or 0.52 per cent, while Nifty began the session at 23,457.25, slipping 160.75 points or 0.68 per cent. Later in the morning trade, the 30-share index declined as much as 671 points or 0.89 per cent to hit an intraday low of 74,529. Similarly, the Nifty fell 220 points or 0.93 per c...

April 27, 2026 4:53 PM

BSE Sensex Jumps 639 Points as India–New Zealand FTA Cheers Markets

Indian equity benchmarks closed near the day’s high on improved investor sentiment after India-New Zealand FTA finalised in the national capital. The agreement which sealed in the presence of Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and his New Zealand counterpart Todd McClay removes tariffs on 100 per cent of India’s exports to New Zealand, and either sharply reduces or removes tariffs on 95 per cent of the country’s imports from New Zealand. At the closing bell, the Nifty ended 0.81 per cent or ...

April 8, 2026 9:43 AM

Indian stock market surges over 3 pc over Iran ceasefire, Sensex jumps 2,775 points

Dalal Street witnessed a major relief on Wednesday, with equity benchmarks opening sharply higher, jumping more than 3 per cent each after the announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran conflict by both sides. Sensex climbed as much as 3.71 per cent or 2,775 points to 77,392, hitting an intra-day high in early trade. Similarly, Nifty traded at 23,938, up 3.52 per cent or 815 points, from the previous close amid buying in auto, realty, banking, IT, and metal sector stocks. All s...

March 25, 2026 4:07 PM

Sensex, Nifty extend gains on softer oil prices, global cues

Indian stock markets ended higher for the second straight session on Wednesday, supported by easing oil prices and positive global cues. Investor sentiment improved after US President Donald Trump reiterated that talks are ongoing to bring an end to the conflict in the Middle East. The benchmark indices saw strong gains, with the Nifty rising 1.72 per cent, or 392.70 points, to close at 23,306.45. The Sensex also advanced 1.63 per cent, or 1,205 points, to settle at 75,273.45. Tech Mahindra,...

March 24, 2026 4:23 PM

Sensex jumps 1,372 points, Nifty near day’s high as geopolitical tensions ease

Indian stock markets ended the session on a strong note, with benchmark indices closing near their day’s highest levels, supported by gains in auto and banking stocks. Positive sentiment among investors was also driven by hopes of easing geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran, despite mixed signals from both sides. The Nifty rose sharply by 399.75 points, or 1.78 per cent, to settle at 22,912.40. The Sensex also posted solid gains, climbing 1,372.06 points, or 1.89 per cent...

March 23, 2026 4:17 PM

Sensex falls 1,836 points, Nifty slumps 2.6 per cent as Middle East tensions intensify

Indian stock markets ended lower on Monday, with the Sensex plunging 1,836 points and the Nifty falling 2.6 per cent, as escalating tensions between the US and Iran spooked investors. The Sensex closed at 72,696.39, down 2.46 per cent or 1,836.57 points, while the Nifty settled at 22,512.65, losing 601.85 points or 2.60 per cent. Volatility in the markets surged sharply, as the India VIX jumped over 17 per cent to close at 26.73. Broader markets saw even deeper losses compared to benchmark ...

March 18, 2026 4:10 PM

Sensex, Nifty end higher led by IT, realty stocks

Indian stock markets ended Wednesday’s session near the day’s highs, supported by strong buying in IT and realty stocks, while investors remained cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision. The benchmark Nifty closed 0.83 per cent higher, gaining 196.65 points to settle at 23,777.80. Similarly, the Sensex rose 0.83 per cent, or 633.29 points, to end at 76,704.13. Commenting on Nifty technical outlook, experts said that immediate support is placed near 23,650, followed by...

March 9, 2026 5:44 PM

Sensex, Nifty fall nearly 2 percent amid US–Iran war

India’s benchmark indices ended sharply lower on Monday as escalating geopolitical tensions stemming from the ongoing US–Iran conflict weighed on investor sentiment. The Nifty 50 settled at 24,028.05, down 422.40 points or 1.73 percent. The index also entered the technical correction zone, having fallen more than 10 percent from its record high of 26,373, which it touched on January 5. The Sensex ended at 77,566.16, declining 1,352.74 points or 1.71 percent. Despite the steep losses, both...

March 2, 2026 4:24 PM

Markets ease amid geopolitical caution; metals outperform

Indian stock markets ended lower on Monday as escalating tensions in West Asia and rising geopolitical concern weighed on investor sentiment, leading to broad-based selling across sectors. The benchmark Nifty fell 1.24 per cent, or 312.95 points, to settle at 24,865.70. The Sensex dropped 1.29 per cent, or 1,048.34 points, to close at 80,238.85, marking its lowest level since September 2025. Although the indices recovered some losses from the day’s lows, they remained firmly in the red by th...

February 23, 2026 4:06 PM

Sensex, Nifty end higher as PSU banks, healthcare stocks lead gains

Indian stock markets extended their gains for the second straight session on Monday, supported by buying in PSU banks and healthcare stocks. Positive global cues also boosted investor sentiment after the US Supreme Court ruled against the reciprocal tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump. The benchmark Nifty ended 0.55 per cent higher, gaining 141.75 points to close at 25,713. The Sensex rose 0.58 per cent, or 479.95 points, to settle at 83,294.66. Commenting on Nifty technical outloo...