The Indian stock market indices ended Friday's volatile session on a positive note amid healthy buying in financial, oil and gas, metal, and FMCG stocks.&nbsp;

The benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex ended at 46,099, up 139 points, or 0.3 per cent while NSE's Nifty ended at 13,514, up 36 points, or 0.26 per cent.&nbsp;

During the day, Sensex hit a record high of 46,309.63 while Nifty scaled an all-time high of 13,579.35. &nbsp;

Global markets

Asian shares rose on Friday as progress on Covid-19 vaccines boosted investor sentiment, but tricky Brexit negotiations and US stimulus talks capped gains in riskier assets.

Overnight on Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.23 per cent, the S&amp;P 500 lost 0.13 per cent and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.54 per cent.

In commodities, oil rose, adding to sharp gains overnight that saw Brent top $50 for the first time since March, as the rollout of coronavirus vaccination programmes fed hopes that demand for fuel would rebound up next year.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The Indian stock market indices ended Friday's volatile session on a positive note amid healthy buying in financial, oil and gas, metal, and FMCG stocks. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex ended at 46,099, up 139 points, or 0.

The Indian stock market indices ended Friday's volatile session on a positive note amid healthy buying in financial, oil and gas, metal, and FMCG stocks. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex ended at 46,099, up 139 points, or 0.3 per cent while NSE's Nifty ended at 13,514, up 36 points, or 0.26 per cent. During the day, Sensex hit a record high of 46,309.63 while Nifty scaled an all-time high of 13,579.35. Global markets Asian shares rose on Friday as progress on Covid-19 vaccines boosted investor sentiment, but tricky Brexit negotiations and US stimulus talks capped gains in riskier assets. Overnight on Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.23 per cent, the S&P 500 lost 0.13 per cent and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.54 per cent. In commodities, oil rose, adding to sharp gains overnight that saw Brent top $50 for the first time since March, as the rollout of coronavirus vaccination programmes fed hopes that demand for fuel would rebound up next year. (With inputs from Reuters)

Market ends higher for 6th straight week: Sensex ends over 100 points up, Nifty above 13,500

The domestic stock market, up over half a per cent, logged their fresh record high on Wednesday on the back of firm global cues. 
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Among headline indices, the S&amp;P BSE Sensex gained 300 points, or 0.6 per cent, at 45,910 levels and the Nifty50 index topped the 13,450-mark. ITC and IndusInd Bank (both up 1%) were the top Sensex gainers.

Performance of banking, IT and auto stocks have been impressive over the last few sessions. Markets were further boosted by Reliance, India’s largest listed company. Reliance shares were trading over 1 per cent higher, continuing its impressive performance.

(With inputs from agencies)

The domestic stock market, up over half a per cent, logged their fresh record high on Wednesday on the back of firm global cues. Among headline indices, the S&P BSE Sensex gained 300 points, or 0.

The domestic stock market, up over half a per cent, logged their fresh record high on Wednesday on the back of firm global cues. Among headline indices, the S&P BSE Sensex gained 300 points, or 0.6 per cent, at 45,910 levels and the Nifty50 index topped the 13,450-mark. ITC and IndusInd Bank (both up 1%) were the top Sensex gainers. Performance of banking, IT and auto stocks have been impressive over the last few sessions. Markets were further boosted by Reliance, India’s largest listed company. Reliance shares were trading over 1 per cent higher, continuing its impressive performance. (With inputs from agencies)

Stock market indices hit fresh high; Sensex gains 300 points

The key Indian equity indices were trading in the green on Tuesday but off the lifetime highs recorded earlier in the session.

S&amp;P BSE Sensex was trading 40-odd points higher at 45,460 levels. The index hit an intra-day high of 45,729. Meanwhile, the broader Nifty50 index also slipped below the 13,400-mark.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the rupee appreciated by 10 paise to 73.80 against the US dollar in the opening session on Tuesday as sustained foreign fund inflows and strong domestic equities boosted investor sentiment.

At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 73.83 against the US dollar and gained ground to touch a high of 73.80 against the greenback, registering a rise of 10 paise over its previous close.

(With inputs from agencies)

The key Indian equity indices were trading in the green on Tuesday but off the lifetime highs recorded earlier in the session. S&P BSE Sensex was trading 40-odd points higher at 45,460 levels.

The key Indian equity indices were trading in the green on Tuesday but off the lifetime highs recorded earlier in the session. S&P BSE Sensex was trading 40-odd points higher at 45,460 levels. The index hit an intra-day high of 45,729. Meanwhile, the broader Nifty50 index also slipped below the 13,400-mark. Meanwhile, the rupee appreciated by 10 paise to 73.80 against the US dollar in the opening session on Tuesday as sustained foreign fund inflows and strong domestic equities boosted investor sentiment. At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 73.83 against the US dollar and gained ground to touch a high of 73.80 against the greenback, registering a rise of 10 paise over its previous close. (With inputs from agencies)

Stock market indices trade higher amid volatility; pharma, metals drag

The domestic stock market continued to end at fresh record high on Monday led by the gains from financials, pharma and FMCG stocks.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex rallied 347 points, or 0.77 per cent to settle at 45,427 levels while NSE's Nifty ended at 13,356, up 97 points, or 0.73 per cent.

Bharti Airtel (up 3 per cent) was the biggest gainer on Sensex, followed by HUL, HDFC, and ITC - all up over 2.5 per cent.&nbsp;

Global markets

European shares slipped on Monday as rising tension between the United States and China sapped some appetite for risky assets, while Britain-based exporters outperformed as uncertainty over a Brexit trade deal battered the pound.

Germany’s trade-sensitive DAX index and the pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.1 per cent.&nbsp;

In commodities, oil prices slipped from multi-month highs as a continued surge in coronavirus cases globally forced a series of renewed lockdowns, including strict new measures in Southern California in the United States, the world’s top oil consumer.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The domestic stock market continued to end at fresh record high on Monday led by the gains from financials, pharma and FMCG stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex rallied 347 points, or 0.

The domestic stock market continued to end at fresh record high on Monday led by the gains from financials, pharma and FMCG stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex rallied 347 points, or 0.77 per cent to settle at 45,427 levels while NSE's Nifty ended at 13,356, up 97 points, or 0.73 per cent. Bharti Airtel (up 3 per cent) was the biggest gainer on Sensex, followed by HUL, HDFC, and ITC - all up over 2.5 per cent. Global markets European shares slipped on Monday as rising tension between the United States and China sapped some appetite for risky assets, while Britain-based exporters outperformed as uncertainty over a Brexit trade deal battered the pound. Germany’s trade-sensitive DAX index and the pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.1 per cent. In commodities, oil prices slipped from multi-month highs as a continued surge in coronavirus cases globally forced a series of renewed lockdowns, including strict new measures in Southern California in the United States, the world’s top oil consumer. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends 347 points higher, Nifty tops 13,350

Domestic stock market shares edged higher on Friday, as the Reserve Bank of India left interest rates unchanged for a third straight meeting, amid stubbornly high inflation and signs of an economic revival.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex was trading 300 points up at 44,950 levels and the Nifty50 index was above the 13,200 level. 
 
Ultratech Cement (up 4%), Laren &amp; Toubro (up 2%), and ICICI Bank, Mahindra &amp; Mahindra, and Bharti Airtel (all up 2%) were the top Sensex gainers.

Meanwhile, the Indian rupee opened higher by 12 paise at 73.81 per dollar on Friday versus Thursday's close of 73.93, amid buying seen in the domestic equity market. On December 3 rupee ended near day's low at 73.93 per dollar against the previous close of 73.80.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market shares edged higher on Friday, as the Reserve Bank of India left interest rates unchanged for a third straight meeting, amid stubbornly high inflation and signs of an economic revival.

Domestic stock market shares edged higher on Friday, as the Reserve Bank of India left interest rates unchanged for a third straight meeting, amid stubbornly high inflation and signs of an economic revival. The S&P BSE Sensex was trading 300 points up at 44,950 levels and the Nifty50 index was above the 13,200 level. Ultratech Cement (up 4%), Laren & Toubro (up 2%), and ICICI Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Bharti Airtel (all up 2%) were the top Sensex gainers. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee opened higher by 12 paise at 73.81 per dollar on Friday versus Thursday's close of 73.93, amid buying seen in the domestic equity market. On December 3 rupee ended near day's low at 73.93 per dollar against the previous close of 73.80. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex, Nifty at fresh record highs

The domestic stock market rose on Tuesday following their best monthly gain since April, with sentiment lifted by data showing a smaller-than-expected contraction in Asia’s third-largest economy and broader optimism stemming from hopes for a COVID-19 vaccine.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex was up over 350 points at 44,540 level and the Nifty50 index hovered above the 13,050-mark. Ultratech Cement (up 3%) was the top Sensex gainer, followed by Infosys, Sun Pharma, PowerGrid, and Bajaj Auto (all up 1%).

All the sectoral indices are trading in the green, with the metal index up 1 per cent. Shree Cements, GAIL, UltraTech Cement, Infosys and Grasim were among major gainers on the Nifty.

Meanwhile, the rupee appreciated 25 paise to 73.80 against the US dollar in the opening session on Tuesday, tracking strong domestic equities and sustained foreign fund inflows.

(With inputs from agencies)

The domestic stock market rose on Tuesday following their best monthly gain since April, with sentiment lifted by data showing a smaller-than-expected contraction in Asia’s third-largest economy and broader optimism stemming from hopes for a COVID-19 vaccine.

The domestic stock market rose on Tuesday following their best monthly gain since April, with sentiment lifted by data showing a smaller-than-expected contraction in Asia’s third-largest economy and broader optimism stemming from hopes for a COVID-19 vaccine. The S&P BSE Sensex was up over 350 points at 44,540 level and the Nifty50 index hovered above the 13,050-mark. Ultratech Cement (up 3%) was the top Sensex gainer, followed by Infosys, Sun Pharma, PowerGrid, and Bajaj Auto (all up 1%). All the sectoral indices are trading in the green, with the metal index up 1 per cent. Shree Cements, GAIL, UltraTech Cement, Infosys and Grasim were among major gainers on the Nifty. Meanwhile, the rupee appreciated 25 paise to 73.80 against the US dollar in the opening session on Tuesday, tracking strong domestic equities and sustained foreign fund inflows. (With inputs from agencies)

Indices trade higher with Nifty above 13,000; Sensex jumps over 350 points

The Indian equity benchmark indices were trading in the green on Tuesday afternoon.

The 30-scrip BSE Sensex opened at 44,435.83 and was trading at 44,684.05 (at 2:30 pm), up by 534.33 points or 1.21%.&nbsp;

Similarly, 50-scrip NSE Nifty was trading at 13,111.75 points (at 2:30 pm), up by 142.80 points or 1.10%.

During the trading session, the sectors trading high were — realty up by 3.24 per cent, telecom higher by 2.86 per cent, oil and gas went up by 2.21 per cent and utilities increased by 1.85 per cent. The sector trading low was — consumer durables down by 0.17 per cent.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian equity benchmark indices were trading in the green on Tuesday afternoon. The 30-scrip BSE Sensex opened at 44,435.83 and was trading at 44,684.05 (at 2:30 pm), up by 534.

The Indian equity benchmark indices were trading in the green on Tuesday afternoon. The 30-scrip BSE Sensex opened at 44,435.83 and was trading at 44,684.05 (at 2:30 pm), up by 534.33 points or 1.21%. Similarly, 50-scrip NSE Nifty was trading at 13,111.75 points (at 2:30 pm), up by 142.80 points or 1.10%. During the trading session, the sectors trading high were — realty up by 3.24 per cent, telecom higher by 2.86 per cent, oil and gas went up by 2.21 per cent and utilities increased by 1.85 per cent. The sector trading low was — consumer durables down by 0.17 per cent. (With inputs from agencies)

Equity indices at day's high, Sensex jumps 500 points

Domestic stock markets fell half a per cent in noon deals of Thursday's volatile trade ahead of the expiry of November series derivative contracts.

At 12:30 pm, Sensex was trading 156.24 points lower at 43,671.86 and Nifty fell by 40.25 points to 12,818.15. SGX Nifty on the Singapore Exchange was rising by 50 points, indicating a positive trend in domestic grounds today. Yesterday, Sensex ended 694 points lower at 43,828 and Nifty fell by 196 points to 12,858.&nbsp;

Eicher Motors, Maruti Suzuki, BPCL, IndusInd Bank and Infosys were among major losers on the Nifty.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock markets fell half a per cent in noon deals of Thursday's volatile trade ahead of the expiry of November series derivative contracts. At 12:30 pm, Sensex was trading 156.

Domestic stock markets fell half a per cent in noon deals of Thursday's volatile trade ahead of the expiry of November series derivative contracts. At 12:30 pm, Sensex was trading 156.24 points lower at 43,671.86 and Nifty fell by 40.25 points to 12,818.15. SGX Nifty on the Singapore Exchange was rising by 50 points, indicating a positive trend in domestic grounds today. Yesterday, Sensex ended 694 points lower at 43,828 and Nifty fell by 196 points to 12,858. Eicher Motors, Maruti Suzuki, BPCL, IndusInd Bank and Infosys were among major losers on the Nifty. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex falls 200 points, Nifty around 12,800

Domestic stock markets opened at record highs on Wednesday following a rally in global markets as coronavirus vaccine hopes and fading uncertainty in US politics boosted sentiment.&nbsp;

The Sensex rose as much as 302 points to its new high of 44,825 while the Nifty rose 91 points to its all-time high of 13,145.85.&nbsp;

ONGC, IndusInd Bank, Tata Motors and HDFC Bank are the top gainers while HDFC Bank, HDFC and Reliance Industries are the most active stocks.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock markets opened at record highs on Wednesday following a rally in global markets as coronavirus vaccine hopes and fading uncertainty in US politics boosted sentiment.

Domestic stock markets opened at record highs on Wednesday following a rally in global markets as coronavirus vaccine hopes and fading uncertainty in US politics boosted sentiment. The Sensex rose as much as 302 points to its new high of 44,825 while the Nifty rose 91 points to its all-time high of 13,145.85. ONGC, IndusInd Bank, Tata Motors and HDFC Bank are the top gainers while HDFC Bank, HDFC and Reliance Industries are the most active stocks. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock markets trade higher with Nifty above 13,100

Domestic equity benchmark indices, after having opened at fresh all-time highs on Wednesday morning, ended the day’s trading session deep in the red.

At close, Sensex was 694.92 points, or 1.56 per cent, down at 43,828.10 while Nifty was at 12,858.40, down 196.75 points or 1.51 per cent.

The strong selloff significantly eroded the market-capitalisation of BSE-listed firms. Investors lost about 2.2 lakh crore in a single day as the cumulative m-cap of BSE-listed firms dropped to Rs 172.6 lakh crore on November 25 from 174.82 lakh crore on November 24.

Global markets

World shares rallied to a record peak on Wednesday following an overnight surge that saw the Dow Jones benchmark crack 30,000 for the first time as investors cheered a dramatically improved global outlook.&nbsp;

In Asia, Japan’s Nikkei rallied 0.5% to a 29-year high while MSCI’s index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gave up early gains to trade down 0.2% as Chinese shares were capped by worries about rising debt defaults.

In commodities, oil rose for the fourth straight session on Wednesday as the market shrugged off an industry report showing US crude stockpiles rose more than expected, extending a rally driven by hopes that a Covid-19 vaccine will boost fuel demand.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic equity benchmark indices, after having opened at fresh all-time highs on Wednesday morning, ended the day’s trading session deep in the red. At close, Sensex was 694.

Domestic equity benchmark indices, after having opened at fresh all-time highs on Wednesday morning, ended the day’s trading session deep in the red. At close, Sensex was 694.92 points, or 1.56 per cent, down at 43,828.10 while Nifty was at 12,858.40, down 196.75 points or 1.51 per cent. The strong selloff significantly eroded the market-capitalisation of BSE-listed firms. Investors lost about 2.2 lakh crore in a single day as the cumulative m-cap of BSE-listed firms dropped to Rs 172.6 lakh crore on November 25 from 174.82 lakh crore on November 24. Global markets World shares rallied to a record peak on Wednesday following an overnight surge that saw the Dow Jones benchmark crack 30,000 for the first time as investors cheered a dramatically improved global outlook. In Asia, Japan’s Nikkei rallied 0.5% to a 29-year high while MSCI’s index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gave up early gains to trade down 0.2% as Chinese shares were capped by worries about rising debt defaults. In commodities, oil rose for the fourth straight session on Wednesday as the market shrugged off an industry report showing US crude stockpiles rose more than expected, extending a rally driven by hopes that a Covid-19 vaccine will boost fuel demand. (With inputs from Reuters)

Market closing: Investors lose over 2 lakh crore in a day

Domestic stock market indices today opened at fresh record highs on the back of positive global markets. All the sectoral indices are trading in the green with Nifty Bank index added 1 per cent.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex gained 250 points at 44,330 levels and the broader Nifty50 index hit the psychological level of 13,000 for the first time ever.&nbsp;

At 9:35, the 30-scrip BSE Sensex was up by 328 points or 0.74% at 44,404.71. Similarly, 50-scrip NSE Nifty was trading at 13,014.95, up by 88.50 points or 0.68%.&nbsp;

Maruti Suzuki gained 2 per cent and was the top Sensex gainer. Besides, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Larsen &amp; Toubro, ICICI Bank, and Mahindra &amp; Mahindra also gained 1 per cent, each.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices today opened at fresh record highs on the back of positive global markets. All the sectoral indices are trading in the green with Nifty Bank index added 1 per cent.

Domestic stock market indices today opened at fresh record highs on the back of positive global markets. All the sectoral indices are trading in the green with Nifty Bank index added 1 per cent. The S&P BSE Sensex gained 250 points at 44,330 levels and the broader Nifty50 index hit the psychological level of 13,000 for the first time ever. At 9:35, the 30-scrip BSE Sensex was up by 328 points or 0.74% at 44,404.71. Similarly, 50-scrip NSE Nifty was trading at 13,014.95, up by 88.50 points or 0.68%. Maruti Suzuki gained 2 per cent and was the top Sensex gainer. Besides, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Larsen & Toubro, ICICI Bank, and Mahindra & Mahindra also gained 1 per cent, each. (With inputs from agencies)

Nifty crosses 13,000 for the first time ever, Sensex at a record high

Indian stock market indices ended at a record close on Tuesday with Nifty crossing the 13,000-mark for the first time ever as signs of progress on a COVID-19 vaccine spurred hopes for a faster economic recovery.

The Sensex closed 445.87 points or 1.01% higher at a record high of 44,523.02. The NSE benchmark Nifty50 index settled 128.70 points or 1% higher at 13,055.15.&nbsp;

This is for the first time the index closed above the 13,000 mark, a new landmark for the index.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock market indices ended at a record close on Tuesday with Nifty crossing the 13,000-mark for the first time ever as signs of progress on a COVID-19 vaccine spurred hopes for a faster economic recovery.

Indian stock market indices ended at a record close on Tuesday with Nifty crossing the 13,000-mark for the first time ever as signs of progress on a COVID-19 vaccine spurred hopes for a faster economic recovery. The Sensex closed 445.87 points or 1.01% higher at a record high of 44,523.02. The NSE benchmark Nifty50 index settled 128.70 points or 1% higher at 13,055.15. This is for the first time the index closed above the 13,000 mark, a new landmark for the index. (With inputs from agencies)

Nifty settles above 13,000 for the first time, Sensex at record closing high

Domestic indices ended higher on Monday helped by gains in IT and energy stocks. However, major financial stocks declined after new recommendations by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex gained 195 points, or 0.44 per cent to settle at 44,077 levels while NSE's Nifty ended at 12,926, up 67 points, or 0.52 per cent. During the day, the index hit a record high of 12,969 levels.&nbsp;

According to traders, domestic indices rallied on positive sentiment on sustain foreign institutional investment flows into the market.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic indices ended higher on Monday helped by gains in IT and energy stocks. However, major financial stocks declined after new recommendations by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Domestic indices ended higher on Monday helped by gains in IT and energy stocks. However, major financial stocks declined after new recommendations by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The S&P BSE Sensex gained 195 points, or 0.44 per cent to settle at 44,077 levels while NSE's Nifty ended at 12,926, up 67 points, or 0.52 per cent. During the day, the index hit a record high of 12,969 levels. According to traders, domestic indices rallied on positive sentiment on sustain foreign institutional investment flows into the market. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex tops 44,000 mark, ends 195 points higher; Nifty above 12,900

Indian stock market indices were flat in a choppy market after opening with gains.

The benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex was quoting at 43,463 levels. On NSE, the Nifty50 was hovering around 12,750-mark.

In the broader markets, the S&amp;P BSE MidCap index was up 0.27 per cent to trade at 16,281, while S&amp;P BSE SmallCap index was at 16,063, up 0.02 per cent.

Meanwhile, the rupee appreciated 12 paise to 74.15 against the US dollar in opening trade on Friday, supported by positive opening in domestic equities and weakness in American currency.&nbsp;

At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 74.15 against the US dollar, registering a rise of 12 paise over its previous close. On Thursday, the rupee had settled at 74.27 against US dollar.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock market indices were flat in a choppy market after opening with gains. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex was quoting at 43,463 levels. On NSE, the Nifty50 was hovering around 12,750-mark.

Indian stock market indices were flat in a choppy market after opening with gains. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex was quoting at 43,463 levels. On NSE, the Nifty50 was hovering around 12,750-mark. In the broader markets, the S&P BSE MidCap index was up 0.27 per cent to trade at 16,281, while S&P BSE SmallCap index was at 16,063, up 0.02 per cent. Meanwhile, the rupee appreciated 12 paise to 74.15 against the US dollar in opening trade on Friday, supported by positive opening in domestic equities and weakness in American currency. At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 74.15 against the US dollar, registering a rise of 12 paise over its previous close. On Thursday, the rupee had settled at 74.27 against US dollar. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex down 100 points, Nifty tests 12,750

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty turned red amid volatility Friday amid weak global cues as rising pandemic cases in major countries dampened investor sentiment. The selloff in banking stocks continued while buying was witnessed in pharma stocks.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex hovered around 43,400 levels. Earlier in the day, the index hit an intra-day low of 43,053. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, was around 12,700 level. Bajaj Finserv (up 3%) was the top Sensex gainer. Besides, Bajaj Finance and Reliance Industries were also up 2 per cent, each.

Meanwhile, Business optimism has witnessed an increase in the ongoing quarter supported by various measures taken by the government and the RBI to boost consumption demand during the festive season, says a survey. 
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The fall in active cases of COVID-19 infected persons and the improvement in recovery rate also supported the business sentiment.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty turned red amid volatility Friday amid weak global cues as rising pandemic cases in major countries dampened investor sentiment.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty turned red amid volatility Friday amid weak global cues as rising pandemic cases in major countries dampened investor sentiment. The selloff in banking stocks continued while buying was witnessed in pharma stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex hovered around 43,400 levels. Earlier in the day, the index hit an intra-day low of 43,053. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, was around 12,700 level. Bajaj Finserv (up 3%) was the top Sensex gainer. Besides, Bajaj Finance and Reliance Industries were also up 2 per cent, each. Meanwhile, Business optimism has witnessed an increase in the ongoing quarter supported by various measures taken by the government and the RBI to boost consumption demand during the festive season, says a survey. The fall in active cases of COVID-19 infected persons and the improvement in recovery rate also supported the business sentiment. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex, Nifty slip in red amid weak global cues

Indian stock indices opened at a record high on Wednesday as they continued their record-breaking run.

After touching its lifetime peak of 43,675.59 in the opening session, Sensex rose 300 points to a fresh all-time high at 43,590 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around 12,700-mark. Mahindra &amp; Mahindra (up 3%) was the top Sensex gainer, followed by Kotak Mahindra Bank (up 2%). Besides, ONGC, HDFC, and NTPC were all trading over 1 per cent higher.

The Nifty sectoral indices were trading in the green, led by Nifty Auto and Nifty Pharma indexes, both up 1.3 per cent.

In the previous session, Sensex soared 680.22 points or 1.60 per cent to close above the 43,000-mark for the first time at 43,277.65. The Nifty too ended at its all-time high of 12,631.10, up 170.05 points or 1.36 per cent.

Foreign institutional investors remained net buyers in the capital market as they purchased shares worth Rs 5,627.32 crore on Tuesday, according to provisional exchange data.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock indices opened at a record high on Wednesday as they continued their record-breaking run. After touching its lifetime peak of 43,675.59 in the opening session, Sensex rose 300 points to a fresh all-time high at 43,590 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around 12,700-mark.

Indian stock indices opened at a record high on Wednesday as they continued their record-breaking run. After touching its lifetime peak of 43,675.59 in the opening session, Sensex rose 300 points to a fresh all-time high at 43,590 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around 12,700-mark. Mahindra & Mahindra (up 3%) was the top Sensex gainer, followed by Kotak Mahindra Bank (up 2%). Besides, ONGC, HDFC, and NTPC were all trading over 1 per cent higher. The Nifty sectoral indices were trading in the green, led by Nifty Auto and Nifty Pharma indexes, both up 1.3 per cent. In the previous session, Sensex soared 680.22 points or 1.60 per cent to close above the 43,000-mark for the first time at 43,277.65. The Nifty too ended at its all-time high of 12,631.10, up 170.05 points or 1.36 per cent. Foreign institutional investors remained net buyers in the capital market as they purchased shares worth Rs 5,627.32 crore on Tuesday, according to provisional exchange data. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex zooms 300 points, Nifty's m-cap tops Rs 100 trillion

Diwali 2020 is just around the corner and as the country prepares to welcome the festive times, stock exchanges are gearing up for Muhurat Trading. Stock exchanges open for one hour on the day of Diwali for a symbolic trade that goes on for around an hour. The usual hustle-bustle and aggressive investor behaviour is seldom seen in this symbolic trading hour. It is believed by many that if you trade stocks during Muhurat trading, good luck follows you for the rest of the year till next Diwali. Here are few key things you need to know about Muhurat Trading 2020

When is Muhurat Trading this year?

It is usually held in the most auspicious hour on the day of Diwali. This year Diwali is falling on November 14. The Muhurat Trading will be carried out between 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm on the day

Who decides the time of the Muhurat trading?

Stock exchanges specify the time. During this hour, live trading takes place.

 
What is the schedule of Muhurat Trading 2020 session?

Here is how the time around Muhurat Trading is allotted

5.45 pm to 6 pm: Block deal session 
6 pm to 6.08 pm: Pre-opening 
6.15 pm to 7.15 pm: Muhurat trading 
6.20 pm to 7.05 pm: Periodic call auction 
7.15 pm to 7.30 pm: Closing session

Trade modification cut-off time is till 7:45 pm

How does market behave during Muhurat Trading?&nbsp;

Historically, markets have remained positive during the symbolic trading session. However, trading volume has been low. Stock movements tend to below as well.

Diwali 2020 is just around the corner and as the country prepares to welcome the festive times, stock exchanges are gearing up for Muhurat Trading. Stock exchanges open for one hour on the day of Diwali for a symbolic trade that goes on for around an hour.

Diwali 2020 is just around the corner and as the country prepares to welcome the festive times, stock exchanges are gearing up for Muhurat Trading. Stock exchanges open for one hour on the day of Diwali for a symbolic trade that goes on for around an hour. The usual hustle-bustle and aggressive investor behaviour is seldom seen in this symbolic trading hour. It is believed by many that if you trade stocks during Muhurat trading, good luck follows you for the rest of the year till next Diwali. Here are few key things you need to know about Muhurat Trading 2020 When is Muhurat Trading this year? It is usually held in the most auspicious hour on the day of Diwali. This year Diwali is falling on November 14. The Muhurat Trading will be carried out between 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm on the day Who decides the time of the Muhurat trading? Stock exchanges specify the time. During this hour, live trading takes place. What is the schedule of Muhurat Trading 2020 session? Here is how the time around Muhurat Trading is allotted 5.45 pm to 6 pm: Block deal session 6 pm to 6.08 pm: Pre-opening 6.15 pm to 7.15 pm: Muhurat trading 6.20 pm to 7.05 pm: Periodic call auction 7.15 pm to 7.30 pm: Closing session Trade modification cut-off time is till 7:45 pm How does market behave during Muhurat Trading? Historically, markets have remained positive during the symbolic trading session. However, trading volume has been low. Stock movements tend to below as well.

Diwali 2020 Muhurat Trading: Here is what you need to know

The Indian stock market ended nearly a per cent higher on Wednesday ahead of the US Presidential election outcome.&nbsp;

The Sensex ended 355 points higher at 40,616 while the Nifty rose 95 points to settle at 11,908.

Domestic IT shares were carried by the rise of the dollar and additional support from pharma stocks and Reliance Industries.&nbsp;

Global markets

Share markets were whipsawed, while bonds and the dollar gained on Wednesday as results from the US presidential election proved far closer than polls had predicted, potentially leaving the outcome in doubt for days or weeks.&nbsp;

US equity futures went on a wild ride, rising then falling, climbing again as the voting seemed to favour Trump only to sag once more as the president vowed to make a Supreme Court challenge.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The Indian stock market ended nearly a per cent higher on Wednesday ahead of the US Presidential election outcome. The Sensex ended 355 points higher at 40,616 while the Nifty rose 95 points to settle at 11,908.

The Indian stock market ended nearly a per cent higher on Wednesday ahead of the US Presidential election outcome. The Sensex ended 355 points higher at 40,616 while the Nifty rose 95 points to settle at 11,908. Domestic IT shares were carried by the rise of the dollar and additional support from pharma stocks and Reliance Industries. Global markets Share markets were whipsawed, while bonds and the dollar gained on Wednesday as results from the US presidential election proved far closer than polls had predicted, potentially leaving the outcome in doubt for days or weeks. US equity futures went on a wild ride, rising then falling, climbing again as the voting seemed to favour Trump only to sag once more as the president vowed to make a Supreme Court challenge. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends 355 points higher, Nifty above 11,900

Domestic stock market indices ended on a higher note on Tuesday supported by the gains in financials. ICICI Bank, SBI and HDFC contributed the most, ending up to 7 per cent higher.&nbsp;

While Reliance Industries ended 1.3 per cent lower. Barring realty and media indexes, all ended in the green. Nifty Bank was the best-performing index of the day, closing 3.15 per cent higher. &nbsp;

The 30-share BSE index ended 503.55 points or 1.27 per cent higher at 40,261.13.

Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty jumped 144.35 points or 1.24 per cent to 11,813.50.

ICICI Bank was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, soaring over 6 per cent, followed by SBI, HDFC, PowerGrid, Sun Pharma, IndusInd Bank, Titan, Bajaj Auto and HDFC Bank.

On the other hand, NTPC, Reliance Industries, Nestle India, HCL Tech and Infosys were among the laggards.

Meanwhile, the rupee pared its early gains to close almost flat at 74.41 on Tuesday due to dollar buying by banks and resurging crude oil prices.

The rupee opened sharply higher at 74.34 amid heavy buying in local stock markets and raced to hit the day's high of 74.25.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Domestic stock market indices ended on a higher note on Tuesday supported by the gains in financials. ICICI Bank, SBI and HDFC contributed the most, ending up to 7 per cent higher.

Domestic stock market indices ended on a higher note on Tuesday supported by the gains in financials. ICICI Bank, SBI and HDFC contributed the most, ending up to 7 per cent higher. While Reliance Industries ended 1.3 per cent lower. Barring realty and media indexes, all ended in the green. Nifty Bank was the best-performing index of the day, closing 3.15 per cent higher. The 30-share BSE index ended 503.55 points or 1.27 per cent higher at 40,261.13. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty jumped 144.35 points or 1.24 per cent to 11,813.50. ICICI Bank was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, soaring over 6 per cent, followed by SBI, HDFC, PowerGrid, Sun Pharma, IndusInd Bank, Titan, Bajaj Auto and HDFC Bank. On the other hand, NTPC, Reliance Industries, Nestle India, HCL Tech and Infosys were among the laggards. Meanwhile, the rupee pared its early gains to close almost flat at 74.41 on Tuesday due to dollar buying by banks and resurging crude oil prices. The rupee opened sharply higher at 74.34 amid heavy buying in local stock markets and raced to hit the day's high of 74.25. (With inputs from agencies)

Market ends over 1% higher, Nifty above 11,800

Domestic stock market indices ended higher on Monday after a volatile session led mainly by banking stocks as ICICI Bank and IndusInd Bank surged post their September quarter earnings. However, major selling was witnessed in heavyweight Reliance Industries, IT and auto stocks.

A positive trend in global markets too bolstered sentiment, though a sharp depreciation in the rupee capped the gains, traders said.

After gyrating 633.11 points in a choppy session, the 30-share BSE Sensex settled 143.51 points or 0.36 per cent higher at 39,757.58.

Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty advanced 26.75 points or 0.23 per cent to 11,669.15.

The rupee depreciated 32 paise to close at more than two-month low of 74.42 against the US dollar on Monday tracking strong American currency amid global risk aversion.

The local unit opened at 74.40 at the interbank forex market and lost further ground to touch a low of 74.45 in day trade.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices ended higher on Monday after a volatile session led mainly by banking stocks as ICICI Bank and IndusInd Bank surged post their September quarter earnings.

Domestic stock market indices ended higher on Monday after a volatile session led mainly by banking stocks as ICICI Bank and IndusInd Bank surged post their September quarter earnings. However, major selling was witnessed in heavyweight Reliance Industries, IT and auto stocks. A positive trend in global markets too bolstered sentiment, though a sharp depreciation in the rupee capped the gains, traders said. After gyrating 633.11 points in a choppy session, the 30-share BSE Sensex settled 143.51 points or 0.36 per cent higher at 39,757.58. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty advanced 26.75 points or 0.23 per cent to 11,669.15. The rupee depreciated 32 paise to close at more than two-month low of 74.42 against the US dollar on Monday tracking strong American currency amid global risk aversion. The local unit opened at 74.40 at the interbank forex market and lost further ground to touch a low of 74.45 in day trade. (With inputs from agencies)

Nifty ends above 11,650, Sensex up 143 points

The stock market indices turned highly volatile in Thursday's noon deals but were off their early morning lows ahead of the expiry of October series derivative contracts.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex was trading around 39,830 levels, down 80 points. The index hit an intra-day low of 39,524.

Meanwhile, the broader Nifty50 index hovered around the 11,700-mark. Kotak Mahindra Bank and Asian Paints (both up 2%) were the top Sensex gainers, followed by ICICI Bank and Reliance Industries (both up 1%).

On the other hand, Larsen &amp; Toubro slid 4 per cent after announcing its September quarter results.

(With inputs from agencies)

The stock market indices turned highly volatile in Thursday's noon deals but were off their early morning lows ahead of the expiry of October series derivative contracts.

The stock market indices turned highly volatile in Thursday's noon deals but were off their early morning lows ahead of the expiry of October series derivative contracts. The S&P BSE Sensex was trading around 39,830 levels, down 80 points. The index hit an intra-day low of 39,524. Meanwhile, the broader Nifty50 index hovered around the 11,700-mark. Kotak Mahindra Bank and Asian Paints (both up 2%) were the top Sensex gainers, followed by ICICI Bank and Reliance Industries (both up 1%). On the other hand, Larsen & Toubro slid 4 per cent after announcing its September quarter results. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex, Nifty off day's low; PSU banks under-pressure

Indian stock market indices witnessed a sharp slide in the afternoon deals on Wednesday owing to sell-off in financial stocks.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex tanked over 500 points or 1.3 per cent to 39,957 levels while NSE's Nifty was trading nearly a per cent lower at 11,782 points. Nifty Bank was quoting nearly 2 per cent lower at 24,327 levels.&nbsp;

The Nifty Bank and Fin Services indices were also down 1.4 per cent and 1.6 per cent, respectively. Meanwhile, broader markets continued to outperform the benchmarks during the day.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Indian rupee is trading at the day's low at 73.77, amid selling seen in the domestic equity market.

It opened flat at 73.70 per dollar against Tuesday's close of 73.71.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock market indices witnessed a sharp slide in the afternoon deals on Wednesday owing to sell-off in financial stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex tanked over 500 points or 1.

Indian stock market indices witnessed a sharp slide in the afternoon deals on Wednesday owing to sell-off in financial stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex tanked over 500 points or 1.3 per cent to 39,957 levels while NSE's Nifty was trading nearly a per cent lower at 11,782 points. Nifty Bank was quoting nearly 2 per cent lower at 24,327 levels. The Nifty Bank and Fin Services indices were also down 1.4 per cent and 1.6 per cent, respectively. Meanwhile, broader markets continued to outperform the benchmarks during the day. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee is trading at the day's low at 73.77, amid selling seen in the domestic equity market. It opened flat at 73.70 per dollar against Tuesday's close of 73.71. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex slips 500 points, Nifty below 11,800 as financials drag

Amid surging virus cases and lack of clarity on the US stimulus package, investors dumped big private banking names, putting pressure on benchmark indices on Monday.

BSE Sensex slipped over 650 points, or 1.6 per cent, to 40,021 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around 11,700-mark. Bajaj Auto (down 6 per cent), RIL (down 4 per cent), and SBI and ICICI Banks (down over 3 per cent each) were the top Sensex drags.

Meanwhile, Indian rupee ended 25 paise lower at 73.85 per dollar, amid selling seen in the domestic equity market.

It opened 17 paise lower at 73.77 per dollar against Friday's close of 73.60 and traded in the range of 73.69-73.88.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid surging virus cases and lack of clarity on the US stimulus package, investors dumped big private banking names, putting pressure on benchmark indices on Monday.

Amid surging virus cases and lack of clarity on the US stimulus package, investors dumped big private banking names, putting pressure on benchmark indices on Monday. BSE Sensex slipped over 650 points, or 1.6 per cent, to 40,021 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around 11,700-mark. Bajaj Auto (down 6 per cent), RIL (down 4 per cent), and SBI and ICICI Banks (down over 3 per cent each) were the top Sensex drags. Meanwhile, Indian rupee ended 25 paise lower at 73.85 per dollar, amid selling seen in the domestic equity market. It opened 17 paise lower at 73.77 per dollar against Friday's close of 73.60 and traded in the range of 73.69-73.88. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex slips below 40,000-mark, tanks 650 points

Indian stock market indices finished lower after four consecutive days of gains amid mixed global cues. Barring metals, FMCG and realty, most of the sectoral indices ended in red.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex ended 149 points, or 0.37 per cent lower at 40,558 levels while NSE's Nifty50 index slipped 41 points or 0.35 per cent to 11,896 levels. IndusInd Bank (down 3 per cent) was the top Sensex loser, followed by ICICI Bank, Infosys, and Titan Company.

Global markets

World shares slid to a two-week low on Thursday, and oil steadied after another heavy fall, as a surge in global Covid-19 cases and fractious US stimulus talks kept financial markets cautious.

In the currency markets, the dollar was a modest 0.1 per cent higher against the yen at 104.66, while the euro’s dip saw it notch down 0.12 per cent to $1.1847.

Gold eased as the dollar edged up.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Reuters)

Indian stock market indices finished lower after four consecutive days of gains amid mixed global cues. Barring metals, FMCG and realty, most of the sectoral indices ended in red.

Indian stock market indices finished lower after four consecutive days of gains amid mixed global cues. Barring metals, FMCG and realty, most of the sectoral indices ended in red. The S&P BSE Sensex ended 149 points, or 0.37 per cent lower at 40,558 levels while NSE's Nifty50 index slipped 41 points or 0.35 per cent to 11,896 levels. IndusInd Bank (down 3 per cent) was the top Sensex loser, followed by ICICI Bank, Infosys, and Titan Company. Global markets World shares slid to a two-week low on Thursday, and oil steadied after another heavy fall, as a surge in global Covid-19 cases and fractious US stimulus talks kept financial markets cautious. In the currency markets, the dollar was a modest 0.1 per cent higher against the yen at 104.66, while the euro’s dip saw it notch down 0.12 per cent to $1.1847. Gold eased as the dollar edged up. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex slips 149 points in volatile trade, snaps 4-session winning run

The Indian stock market ended around one per cent higher on Monday on the back of gains in financial and FMCG stocks. Positive global cues also boosted investor sentiment.

Sensex gained 448.62 points or 1.12 percent to close at 40,431.60 while the Nifty settled at 11,873.05, up 110.60 points or 0.94 percent.&nbsp;

The rupee settled on a flat note and fell 2 paise to 73.37 against the American currency on Monday even as the domestic equity market was trading with significant gains.

The local unit opened at 73.38 against the US dollar at the interbank forex market and finally finished the day at 73.37 against the greenback, down by just 2 paise over its previous close of 73.35. 
 
Global markets

European stocks rallied on Monday as rising hopes of a coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year and a US fiscal package before elections offset concern over record daily infections in the region.&nbsp;

Wall Street futures rose 0.9 per cent.

In commodities, oil prices fell as concerns over surging coronavirus cases globally dampened the prospects for demand recovery while China’s third-quarter economic growth was weaker than expected.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The Indian stock market ended around one per cent higher on Monday on the back of gains in financial and FMCG stocks. Positive global cues also boosted investor sentiment.

The Indian stock market ended around one per cent higher on Monday on the back of gains in financial and FMCG stocks. Positive global cues also boosted investor sentiment. Sensex gained 448.62 points or 1.12 percent to close at 40,431.60 while the Nifty settled at 11,873.05, up 110.60 points or 0.94 percent. The rupee settled on a flat note and fell 2 paise to 73.37 against the American currency on Monday even as the domestic equity market was trading with significant gains. The local unit opened at 73.38 against the US dollar at the interbank forex market and finally finished the day at 73.37 against the greenback, down by just 2 paise over its previous close of 73.35. Global markets European stocks rallied on Monday as rising hopes of a coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year and a US fiscal package before elections offset concern over record daily infections in the region. Wall Street futures rose 0.9 per cent. In commodities, oil prices fell as concerns over surging coronavirus cases globally dampened the prospects for demand recovery while China’s third-quarter economic growth was weaker than expected. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex gains over 448 points, Nifty ends above 11,850

Domestic stock market witnessed a sharp recovery in the last hour of the session, supported by buying in financial counters.

The 30-share BSE index opened on a weak note and gyrated over 600 points during the day. However, it gained ground in the last hour of the session to finish at 40,794.74, up 169.23 points or 0.42 per cent.

Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty rose 36.55 points or 0.31 per cent to 11,971.05. Bajaj Finserv was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 4 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Tata Steel, Axis Bank, HDFC and SBI.

Global markets

European shares held steady on Wednesday, underpinned by gains for Wall Street futures, following losses the day before on vaccine trials and a stimulus impasse, while the dollar was also stable.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic stock market witnessed a sharp recovery in the last hour of the session, supported by buying in financial counters. The 30-share BSE index opened on a weak note and gyrated over 600 points during the day.

Domestic stock market witnessed a sharp recovery in the last hour of the session, supported by buying in financial counters. The 30-share BSE index opened on a weak note and gyrated over 600 points during the day. However, it gained ground in the last hour of the session to finish at 40,794.74, up 169.23 points or 0.42 per cent. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty rose 36.55 points or 0.31 per cent to 11,971.05. Bajaj Finserv was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 4 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Tata Steel, Axis Bank, HDFC and SBI. Global markets European shares held steady on Wednesday, underpinned by gains for Wall Street futures, following losses the day before on vaccine trials and a stimulus impasse, while the dollar was also stable. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex settles 169 points higher; Nifty tops 11,950

Stock market indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher after choppy trade on Tuesday amid mixed cues from the global markets.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex closed at 40,625.51, higher by 31.71 points or 0.08 per cent, from its previous close. The Nifty50 traded at 11,934.50, higher by 3.55 points or 0.03 per cent, from its previous close.

Among sectoral indices, pharma and banking index settled over 1 percent lower while Nifty IT remained the only one to trade over a percent (+1.31 percent).

Global markets

European shares fell on Tuesday as worries over the coronavirus pandemic overshadowed Chinese trade data that pointed to a buoyant recovery, while the US dollar edged away from a three-week low.

Chinese blue-chip shares also gained 0.3 per cent after dipping early in the day. The MSCI world equity index, which tracks shares in nearly 50 countries, fell 0.1 per cent.

In commodities, oil prices rebounded, drawing support from robust China data although concerns about waning demand elsewhere and supply resumptions in Norway, the Gulf of Mexico and Libya weighed.

(With inputs from agencies)

Stock market indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher after choppy trade on Tuesday amid mixed cues from the global markets. The S&P BSE Sensex closed at 40,625.

Stock market indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher after choppy trade on Tuesday amid mixed cues from the global markets. The S&P BSE Sensex closed at 40,625.51, higher by 31.71 points or 0.08 per cent, from its previous close. The Nifty50 traded at 11,934.50, higher by 3.55 points or 0.03 per cent, from its previous close. Among sectoral indices, pharma and banking index settled over 1 percent lower while Nifty IT remained the only one to trade over a percent (+1.31 percent). Global markets European shares fell on Tuesday as worries over the coronavirus pandemic overshadowed Chinese trade data that pointed to a buoyant recovery, while the US dollar edged away from a three-week low. Chinese blue-chip shares also gained 0.3 per cent after dipping early in the day. The MSCI world equity index, which tracks shares in nearly 50 countries, fell 0.1 per cent. In commodities, oil prices rebounded, drawing support from robust China data although concerns about waning demand elsewhere and supply resumptions in Norway, the Gulf of Mexico and Libya weighed. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex settles 32 points higher; IT stocks gain

The domestic stock market indices rose over half a per cent in Tuesday's early deals, on firm global cues.

Sensex gained 300 points to 39,270 levels and the Nifty50 index reclaimed the 11,600 mark. HDFC and IndusInd bank gained 5 per cent and 3 per cent, respectively, after posting business updates.

Indian rupee erased early gains and trading lower at 73.44 per dollar, amid buying seen in the domestic equity market.

It opened 13 paise higher at 73.16 per dollar against previous close of 73.29.

(With inputs from agencies)

The domestic stock market indices rose over half a per cent in Tuesday's early deals, on firm global cues. Sensex gained 300 points to 39,270 levels and the Nifty50 index reclaimed the 11,600 mark.

The domestic stock market indices rose over half a per cent in Tuesday's early deals, on firm global cues. Sensex gained 300 points to 39,270 levels and the Nifty50 index reclaimed the 11,600 mark. HDFC and IndusInd bank gained 5 per cent and 3 per cent, respectively, after posting business updates. Indian rupee erased early gains and trading lower at 73.44 per dollar, amid buying seen in the domestic equity market. It opened 13 paise higher at 73.16 per dollar against previous close of 73.29. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex trades higher, Nifty above 11,550

Domestic stock market indices Sensex and Nifty started the session on a high note on Monday, powered by financial and technology stocks amid positive cues from Asian markets.&nbsp;

BSE Sensex gained 400 points, 1 per cent, to 39,140 levels and the Nifty50 index topped the 11,500-mark. TCS and IndusInd Bank (up 5%) were the top Sensex gainers.

In the previous week's last trading session on Thursday, the BSE Sensex surged over 629 points or 1.65 per cent; while the NSE Nifty advanced by more than 169 points or 1.51 per cent. Domestic markets were closed on Friday on account of 'Gandhi Jayanti'.

In the holiday-shortened week gone by, the Sensex advanced 1,308.39 points or 3.49 per cent, and the Nifty rallied 366.70 points or 3.31 per cent.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices Sensex and Nifty started the session on a high note on Monday, powered by financial and technology stocks amid positive cues from Asian markets.

Domestic stock market indices Sensex and Nifty started the session on a high note on Monday, powered by financial and technology stocks amid positive cues from Asian markets. BSE Sensex gained 400 points, 1 per cent, to 39,140 levels and the Nifty50 index topped the 11,500-mark. TCS and IndusInd Bank (up 5%) were the top Sensex gainers. In the previous week's last trading session on Thursday, the BSE Sensex surged over 629 points or 1.65 per cent; while the NSE Nifty advanced by more than 169 points or 1.51 per cent. Domestic markets were closed on Friday on account of 'Gandhi Jayanti'. In the holiday-shortened week gone by, the Sensex advanced 1,308.39 points or 3.49 per cent, and the Nifty rallied 366.70 points or 3.31 per cent. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex rises 400 points, reclaims 39,000; Nifty tops 11,500

Domestic stock markets shot up 1 per cent on Thursday, on the back of favourable global cues.

BSE Sensex rose 457 points to 38,525 levels, and the Nifty50 index topped the 11,350-mark. Bajaj Auto and IndusInd Bank (up 3%) were the top Sensex gainers, followed by Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, and Bajaj Finserv (all up 2%).

Among the sectors, banks, auto, IT and pharma indices added a percent each while the the midcap and smallcap indices gained half a percent.

(With input from agencies)

Domestic stock markets shot up 1 per cent on Thursday, on the back of favourable global cues. BSE Sensex rose 457 points to 38,525 levels, and the Nifty50 index topped the 11,350-mark.

Domestic stock markets shot up 1 per cent on Thursday, on the back of favourable global cues. BSE Sensex rose 457 points to 38,525 levels, and the Nifty50 index topped the 11,350-mark. Bajaj Auto and IndusInd Bank (up 3%) were the top Sensex gainers, followed by Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, and Bajaj Finserv (all up 2%). Among the sectors, banks, auto, IT and pharma indices added a percent each while the the midcap and smallcap indices gained half a percent. (With input from agencies)

Sensex jumps 450 points, Nifty above 11,350 as bank

Domestic stock market were fluctuating between gains and losses indices after running flat during early hours on Tuesday with IT and metal stocks gaining some ground.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex hovered around 38,000 levels. The index hit an intra-day high and low of 38,236 and 37,860, respectively.&nbsp;

Around 10.25 am, Sensex was trading at 38,111.84, higher by 130.21 points or 0.34 per cent from the previous close of 37,981.63.

It opened at 38,176.86 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 38,235.94 and a low of 37,995.83 points.

The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange was trading at 11,271.90, higher by 44.35 points or 0.4 per cent from its previous close.

The Rupee ended lower on Tuesday amidst a rangebound session. The rupee ended at 73.86 against the dollar as compared to Monday's close of 73.79.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market were fluctuating between gains and losses indices after running flat during early hours on Tuesday with IT and metal stocks gaining some ground.

Domestic stock market were fluctuating between gains and losses indices after running flat during early hours on Tuesday with IT and metal stocks gaining some ground. The S&P BSE Sensex hovered around 38,000 levels. The index hit an intra-day high and low of 38,236 and 37,860, respectively. Around 10.25 am, Sensex was trading at 38,111.84, higher by 130.21 points or 0.34 per cent from the previous close of 37,981.63. It opened at 38,176.86 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 38,235.94 and a low of 37,995.83 points. The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange was trading at 11,271.90, higher by 44.35 points or 0.4 per cent from its previous close. The Rupee ended lower on Tuesday amidst a rangebound session. The rupee ended at 73.86 against the dollar as compared to Monday's close of 73.79. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex up 100 points, Nifty above 11,250

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