Benchmark indices BSE Sensex and NSE’s Nifty 50 declined over 1% as trade war fears escalated after China announced 25% tariff on 106 products in 14 categories imported from the US, including soybeans, automobiles and chemicals.

BSE Sensex closed lower by 351.56 points, or 1.05%, to 33,019.07, while the Nifty 50 fell 116.60 points, or 1.14%, to close at 10,128.40.

The escalating Sino-US trade tensions also dragged down global equity markets, with MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan down 1.31 percent as of 1008 GMT. US stocks futures and European stocks also extended their fall.

BSE Sensex closed lower by 351.56 points at 33,019.07, while the Nifty 50 fell 116.60 points to close at 10,128.40. Here are the highlights from the markets

Benchmark indices BSE Sensex and NSE’s Nifty 50 declined over 1% as trade war fears escalated after China announced 25% tariff on 106 products in 14 categories imported from the US, including soybeans, automobiles and chemicals. BSE Sensex closed lower by 351.56 points, or 1.05%, to 33,019.07, while the Nifty 50 fell 116.60 points, or 1.14%, to close at 10,128.40. The escalating Sino-US trade tensions also dragged down global equity markets, with MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan down 1.31 percent as of 1008 GMT. US stocks futures and European stocks also extended their fall.

Sensex drops 352 points over US-China tariff war fears

Indian equities after trading range-bound for a better part of today's session finally ended higher, with banking shares leading the way after the RBI allowed lenders to spread provisions for bond losses over the next four quarters.

Both benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty managed to close higher for the second straight session following a fag-end rush for buying stocks.

The 30-share Sensex ended with a gain of 115.27 points and the broader Nifty closed 33.20 points higher.

Besides banks, auto, PSU and power stocks led the rally on bourses, despite weak global cues.

Banking shares gained after the Reserve Bank allowed lenders to spread provisions for bond losses in the third and fourth quarters of the previous fiscal over the next four quarters. 
 
Also, the appreciating rupee against the US dollar supported the market uptrend.

"Market traded range-bound throughout the day due to volatility in the global market. But towards the close, pace picked up supported by moderation in yield and growth in core sector. Yield declined amid central bank allowing the banks to spread their bond trading losses which gave a positive sentiment to banking stocks...," Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services Ltd, said.

Investors are gradually shifting focus to upcoming Q4 results and RBI policy outcome which will dictate the market outlook in the near term, he added.

The Sensex today resumed lower and slipped further to hit a low of 33,153.83 on a bearish trend in other Asian markets, tracking overnight losses at the Wall Street on weakness in technology shares and trade tension between the US and China.

Later towards the fag-end, it staged a comeback to recover losses to scale a day's high of 33,402.94, before settling 115.27 points, or 0.35 per cent, higher at 33,370.63.

The gauge had gained 286.68 points in the first session of the new fiscal yesterday.

The 50-share Nifty after moving between 10,171.05 and 10,255.35 on alternate bouts of selling and buying, concluded 33.20 points, or 0.33 per cent, higher at 10,245.

Meanwhile, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth a net Rs 413.16 crore, while foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 689.75 crore yesterday, provisional data released by the stock exchanges showed.

Shares of Bank of India rose 3.11 per cent, followed by Syndicate Bank 2.75 per cent, Bank of Baroda 2.29 per cent, Indian Bank 2.44 per cent, UCO Bank 1.60 per cent, State Bank of India 1.60 per cent and Bank of Maharashtra 1.82 per cent on the BSE.

Other gainers were Power Grid 1.93 per cent, Bharti Airtel 1.83 per cent, Tata Motors 1.34 per cent, Reliance Industries 0.68 per cent, Asian Paints 0.64 per cent and Sun Pharma 0.48 per cent.

Other banks like Yes Bank, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank and Kotak Bank also ended in the positive zone, rising by up to 2.11 per cent.

Among the losers were: Wipro 2.02 per cent, ONGC 1.28 per cent, Adani Ports 0.86 per cent, HDFC Bank 0.74 per cent, Bajaj Auto 0.60 per cent, NTPC 0.47 per cent and L&T 0.46 per cent on profit-booking.

In the BSE sectoral pool, power index stayed on top, up 1.57 per cent, followed by infrastructure by 1.17 per cent, PSU by 1.11 per cent, bankex by 1.08 per cent, auto by 0.85 per cent, healthcare by 0.67 per cent, oil and gas 0.62 per cent, metal 0.49 per cent and realty 0.48 per cent.

Broader markets beat the benchmarks, with the small-cap index firming up 1.35 per cent and mid-cap 0.92 per cent.

In Asia, Japan's Nikkei was down 0.45 per cent and Shanghai's Composite Index shed 0.84 per cent, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 0.29 per cent.

In the euro zone, Frankfurt's DAX fell 1.41 per cent, while Paris CAC shed 0.85 per cent in early deals. London's FTSE down 0.72 per cent.

Both benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty managed to close higher for the second straight session following a fag-end rush for buying stocks

Indian equities after trading range-bound for a better part of today's session finally ended higher, with banking shares leading the way after the RBI allowed lenders to spread provisions for bond losses over the next four quarters. Both benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty managed to close higher for the second straight session following a fag-end rush for buying stocks. The 30-share Sensex ended with a gain of 115.27 points and the broader Nifty closed 33.20 points higher. Besides banks, auto, PSU and power stocks led the rally on bourses, despite weak global cues. Banking shares gained after the Reserve Bank allowed lenders to spread provisions for bond losses in the third and fourth quarters of the previous fiscal over the next four quarters. Also, the appreciating rupee against the US dollar supported the market uptrend. "Market traded range-bound throughout the day due to volatility in the global market. But towards the close, pace picked up supported by moderation in yield and growth in core sector. Yield declined amid central bank allowing the banks to spread their bond trading losses which gave a positive sentiment to banking stocks...," Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services Ltd, said. Investors are gradually shifting focus to upcoming Q4 results and RBI policy outcome which will dictate the market outlook in the near term, he added. The Sensex today resumed lower and slipped further to hit a low of 33,153.83 on a bearish trend in other Asian markets, tracking overnight losses at the Wall Street on weakness in technology shares and trade tension between the US and China. Later towards the fag-end, it staged a comeback to recover losses to scale a day's high of 33,402.94, before settling 115.27 points, or 0.35 per cent, higher at 33,370.63. The gauge had gained 286.68 points in the first session of the new fiscal yesterday. The 50-share Nifty after moving between 10,171.05 and 10,255.35 on alternate bouts of selling and buying, concluded 33.20 points, or 0.33 per cent, higher at 10,245. Meanwhile, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth a net Rs 413.16 crore, while foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 689.75 crore yesterday, provisional data released by the stock exchanges showed. Shares of Bank of India rose 3.11 per cent, followed by Syndicate Bank 2.75 per cent, Bank of Baroda 2.29 per cent, Indian Bank 2.44 per cent, UCO Bank 1.60 per cent, State Bank of India 1.60 per cent and Bank of Maharashtra 1.82 per cent on the BSE. Other gainers were Power Grid 1.93 per cent, Bharti Airtel 1.83 per cent, Tata Motors 1.34 per cent, Reliance Industries 0.68 per cent, Asian Paints 0.64 per cent and Sun Pharma 0.48 per cent. Other banks like Yes Bank, IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank and Kotak Bank also ended in the positive zone, rising by up to 2.11 per cent. Among the losers were: Wipro 2.02 per cent, ONGC 1.28 per cent, Adani Ports 0.86 per cent, HDFC Bank 0.74 per cent, Bajaj Auto 0.60 per cent, NTPC 0.47 per cent and L&T 0.46 per cent on profit-booking. In the BSE sectoral pool, power index stayed on top, up 1.57 per cent, followed by infrastructure by 1.17 per cent, PSU by 1.11 per cent, bankex by 1.08 per cent, auto by 0.85 per cent, healthcare by 0.67 per cent, oil and gas 0.62 per cent, metal 0.49 per cent and realty 0.48 per cent. Broader markets beat the benchmarks, with the small-cap index firming up 1.35 per cent and mid-cap 0.92 per cent. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei was down 0.45 per cent and Shanghai's Composite Index shed 0.84 per cent, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 0.29 per cent. In the euro zone, Frankfurt's DAX fell 1.41 per cent, while Paris CAC shed 0.85 per cent in early deals. London's FTSE down 0.72 per cent.

Sensex rises for 2nd day; banks rally on RBI breather

The NSE Nifty ended higher by 98 points at 10,211.80 on the first trading day of the new financial year led by buying in pharma, auto, IT, Infra, media, realty, metal and energy sectors.

Investors are looking forward to the Reserve Bank of India's first bi-monthly policy decision of FY2018-19 to be held later this week.

However, financial stocks were a laggard through the day, dented by weak sentiment. Nifty PSU Bank ended lower, but Nifty Bank, in the last hour trade, staged a recovery.

Overseas, European financial markets remained closed today in observance of Easter Monday.

Asian shares edged lower amid fears that US President Donald Trump's tariff programmes could set off a trade war.

The Nifty rose by 98.10 points or 0.97 per cent to end at 10,211.80, before moving in a range of 10,220.10 and 10,127.75. It saw an intra-day movement of about 92.35 points.

Sector-wise, pharma climbed by 3.14 per cent, Auto 2.19 per cent, IT 1.56 per cent, infra 1.55 per cent, FMCG 1.43 per cent, Media 1.41 per cent, realty 0.80 per cent, metal 0.77 per cent, energy 0.58 per cent, Finance

Service 0.53 per cent and Bank 0.27 percent. While PSU bank fell by 0.84 per cent.

Major index gainers were Cipla, Lupin, Kotak Bank, Adani Ports, Tata Motors, Baj Finance, Grasim, UPL and Wipro.

The losers included ICICI Bank, IOC, Axis Bank, Coal India, Hindalco, SBIN, BhartiAirtel, BPCL and GAIL.

The market breadth, indicating the overall health of the market was in favour of gainers. On the NSE, 1,493 stocks advanced, 312 declined and 55 remained unchanged. Total securities that have hit their price bands were 339.

Turnover in the cash segment fell to Rs 26,681.61 crore from Rs 43,434.65 crore as on last Wednesday.

A total of 12,461.28 lakh shares changed hands in 1,04,45,493 trades. The market capitalisation of listed firms on NSE stood at Rs 1,42,58,035 crore.&nbsp;

Investors are looking forward to the Reserve Bank of India's first bi-monthly policy decision of FY2018-19 to be held later this week

The NSE Nifty ended higher by 98 points at 10,211.80 on the first trading day of the new financial year led by buying in pharma, auto, IT, Infra, media, realty, metal and energy sectors. Investors are looking forward to the Reserve Bank of India's first bi-monthly policy decision of FY2018-19 to be held later this week. However, financial stocks were a laggard through the day, dented by weak sentiment. Nifty PSU Bank ended lower, but Nifty Bank, in the last hour trade, staged a recovery. Overseas, European financial markets remained closed today in observance of Easter Monday. Asian shares edged lower amid fears that US President Donald Trump's tariff programmes could set off a trade war. The Nifty rose by 98.10 points or 0.97 per cent to end at 10,211.80, before moving in a range of 10,220.10 and 10,127.75. It saw an intra-day movement of about 92.35 points. Sector-wise, pharma climbed by 3.14 per cent, Auto 2.19 per cent, IT 1.56 per cent, infra 1.55 per cent, FMCG 1.43 per cent, Media 1.41 per cent, realty 0.80 per cent, metal 0.77 per cent, energy 0.58 per cent, Finance Service 0.53 per cent and Bank 0.27 percent. While PSU bank fell by 0.84 per cent. Major index gainers were Cipla, Lupin, Kotak Bank, Adani Ports, Tata Motors, Baj Finance, Grasim, UPL and Wipro. The losers included ICICI Bank, IOC, Axis Bank, Coal India, Hindalco, SBIN, BhartiAirtel, BPCL and GAIL. The market breadth, indicating the overall health of the market was in favour of gainers. On the NSE, 1,493 stocks advanced, 312 declined and 55 remained unchanged. Total securities that have hit their price bands were 339. Turnover in the cash segment fell to Rs 26,681.61 crore from Rs 43,434.65 crore as on last Wednesday. A total of 12,461.28 lakh shares changed hands in 1,04,45,493 trades. The market capitalisation of listed firms on NSE stood at Rs 1,42,58,035 crore.

Nifty gains 98 points to end above 10,200 mark

Domestic equities opened on a firm note on the first trading day of the new financial year 2018-19 today, with Sensex reclaiming the 33,000-mark by rising over 100 points amid positive global cues.

The 30-share BSE benchmark, which had lost 205.71 points in the last session of FY18 on Wednesday, rose 133.32 points, or 0.40 per cent, to 33,102.00.

The gains were led by auto, infrastructure, oil & gas, capital goods, healthcare, IT and metal stocks.

Auto stocks such as Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, M&M and Bajaj Auto rose up to 2.46 per cent on the back of firm March sales data.

Other gainers include Adani Ports, Dr Reddy's, L&T, RIL, Yes Bank, Tata Steel, Kotak Bank, Infosys, HDFC, ONGC, Sun Pharma, SBI, HDFC Bank and TCS that gained up to 1.51 per cent.

In contrast, ICICI Bank, Coal India, Axis Bank, Asian Paint, Wipro and Hindustan Unilever were trading in the negative zone.

The broad-based NSE Nifty too was trading higher by 64.85 points, or 0.64 per cent, to 10,178.55.

Brokers said the beginning of the new financial year and April F&O series, amid positive Asian cues, boosted investor sentiment here.

In the Asian region, Japan's Nikkei rose 0.50 per cent, while Shanghai Composite Index gained 0.20 per cent in early trade. Markets in Hong Kong are shut today.

The gains were led by auto, infrastructure, oil & gas, capital goods, healthcare, IT and metal stocks

Domestic equities opened on a firm note on the first trading day of the new financial year 2018-19 today, with Sensex reclaiming the 33,000-mark by rising over 100 points amid positive global cues. The 30-share BSE benchmark, which had lost 205.71 points in the last session of FY18 on Wednesday, rose 133.32 points, or 0.40 per cent, to 33,102.00. The gains were led by auto, infrastructure, oil & gas, capital goods, healthcare, IT and metal stocks. Auto stocks such as Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, M&M and Bajaj Auto rose up to 2.46 per cent on the back of firm March sales data. Other gainers include Adani Ports, Dr Reddy's, L&T, RIL, Yes Bank, Tata Steel, Kotak Bank, Infosys, HDFC, ONGC, Sun Pharma, SBI, HDFC Bank and TCS that gained up to 1.51 per cent. In contrast, ICICI Bank, Coal India, Axis Bank, Asian Paint, Wipro and Hindustan Unilever were trading in the negative zone. The broad-based NSE Nifty too was trading higher by 64.85 points, or 0.64 per cent, to 10,178.55. Brokers said the beginning of the new financial year and April F&O series, amid positive Asian cues, boosted investor sentiment here. In the Asian region, Japan's Nikkei rose 0.50 per cent, while Shanghai Composite Index gained 0.20 per cent in early trade. Markets in Hong Kong are shut today.

Sensex begins FY19 on a firm note, rises over 100 points

The domestic stock market started the new fiscal on a positive note today, with the flagship Sensex rising about 287 points to end above the key 33,000-level as index heavyweights RIL, Tata Motors and Maruti led the rally.

Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty also managed to close above the 10,200-mark.

The bourses reopened today after a long weekend following holidays for Mahavir Jayanti and Good Friday on last Thursday and Friday, respectively.

Besides, a positive start in the April derivative series boosted investor sentiments as they indulged in creating fresh positions, brokers said.

Sentiments also got a boost after several automakers posted better-than-expected sales data for March month, they said.

However, other Asian markets turned weak after initial firmness due to profit-taking in late trade and any absence of cues from European markets that were closed for Easter.

The Sensex after a gap-up opening to regain the 33,000-mark advanced to hit a high of 33,289.34 before terminating at 33,255.36, showing a hefty gain of 286.68 points, or 0.87 per cent.&nbsp;

The gauge had lost 205.71 points in the last session of FY18 on Wednesday.

The NSE 50-share Nifty also spurted by 98.10 points, or 0.97 per cent, to end at 10,211.80 after moving in a range of 10,220.10 and 10,127.75.

Sensex rises about 287 points, NSE Nifty also managed to close above the 10,200-mark

The domestic stock market started the new fiscal on a positive note today, with the flagship Sensex rising about 287 points to end above the key 33,000-level as index heavyweights RIL, Tata Motors and Maruti led the rally. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty also managed to close above the 10,200-mark. The bourses reopened today after a long weekend following holidays for Mahavir Jayanti and Good Friday on last Thursday and Friday, respectively. Besides, a positive start in the April derivative series boosted investor sentiments as they indulged in creating fresh positions, brokers said. Sentiments also got a boost after several automakers posted better-than-expected sales data for March month, they said. However, other Asian markets turned weak after initial firmness due to profit-taking in late trade and any absence of cues from European markets that were closed for Easter. The Sensex after a gap-up opening to regain the 33,000-mark advanced to hit a high of 33,289.34 before terminating at 33,255.36, showing a hefty gain of 286.68 points, or 0.87 per cent. The gauge had lost 205.71 points in the last session of FY18 on Wednesday. The NSE 50-share Nifty also spurted by 98.10 points, or 0.97 per cent, to end at 10,211.80 after moving in a range of 10,220.10 and 10,127.75.

Market kicks off new fiscal on high note; auto stocks rally

The rupee strengthened by 10 paise to 64.91 against the US dollar at the interbank forex market today on sustained selling of the greenback by exporters and banks amid foreign capital inflows.

Dealers said dollar's weakness against a basket of currencies supported the domestic unit.

On Friday, the rupee had gained 10 paise to end at 65.01 against the US currency which suffered losses in global markets on intensifying trade war worries.

Meanwhile, the benchmark BSE Sensex fall by 60.10 points, or 0.18 per cent, to 32,536.44 in opening trade today.

According to the provisional exchange data, foreign investors bought shares worth Rs 1,628.19 crore on a net basis on Friday.

Dealers said dollar's weakness against a basket of currencies supported the domestic unit

The rupee strengthened by 10 paise to 64.91 against the US dollar at the interbank forex market today on sustained selling of the greenback by exporters and banks amid foreign capital inflows. Dealers said dollar's weakness against a basket of currencies supported the domestic unit. On Friday, the rupee had gained 10 paise to end at 65.01 against the US currency which suffered losses in global markets on intensifying trade war worries. Meanwhile, the benchmark BSE Sensex fall by 60.10 points, or 0.18 per cent, to 32,536.44 in opening trade today. According to the provisional exchange data, foreign investors bought shares worth Rs 1,628.19 crore on a net basis on Friday.

Rupee rises 10 paise against dollar in opening trade

Domestic equities took a beating Friday amid global selloff after US President Donald Trump imposed $ 60 billion tariffs on Chinese imports -- a move that has fuelled fears of a global trade war.

The BSE Sensex plunged below the 33,000-level, plummeting 471.44 points, or 1.42 per cent, to 32,534.83. The gauge had lost 129.91 points in the previous session.

The NSE Nifty too cracked below the crucial 10,000 mark by diving 153.45 points, or 1.51 per cent, to 9,961.30.

All the sectoral indices, led by metal, realty, banking and capital goods stocks, were trading in the red, falling up to 2.77 per cent.

Top laggards were Yes Bank, Tata Steel, ICICI Bank, SBI, Bajaj Auto, Axis Bank, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp and L&amp;T, falling by up to 3.08 per cent.

Investor sentiment turned extremely bearish, in line with sharp losses on the Wall Street and Asian markets, on growing fears of a global trade war after Donald Trump imposed tariffs on Chinese imports and Beijing drawing up a list of retaliatory measures, brokers said.

Meanwhile, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) continued selling on domestic bourses. On a net basis, they sold shares worth Rs 1,065.99 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) made purchases to the tune of Rs 1,127.78 crore on Friday, provisional data showed.

In Asia, Japan&#39;s Nikkei fell 3.54 per cent, Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng down 2.78 per cent in early deals. The Shanghai Composite index dropped by 3.06 per cent. 
The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 2.93 per cent lower yesterday.

Domestic equities took a beating Friday amid global selloff after US President Donald Trump imposed $ 60 billion tariffs on Chinese imports -- a move that has fuelled fears of a global trade war

Domestic equities took a beating Friday amid global selloff after US President Donald Trump imposed $ 60 billion tariffs on Chinese imports -- a move that has fuelled fears of a global trade war. The BSE Sensex plunged below the 33,000-level, plummeting 471.44 points, or 1.42 per cent, to 32,534.83. The gauge had lost 129.91 points in the previous session. The NSE Nifty too cracked below the crucial 10,000 mark by diving 153.45 points, or 1.51 per cent, to 9,961.30. All the sectoral indices, led by metal, realty, banking and capital goods stocks, were trading in the red, falling up to 2.77 per cent. Top laggards were Yes Bank, Tata Steel, ICICI Bank, SBI, Bajaj Auto, Axis Bank, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp and L&T, falling by up to 3.08 per cent. Investor sentiment turned extremely bearish, in line with sharp losses on the Wall Street and Asian markets, on growing fears of a global trade war after Donald Trump imposed tariffs on Chinese imports and Beijing drawing up a list of retaliatory measures, brokers said. Meanwhile, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) continued selling on domestic bourses. On a net basis, they sold shares worth Rs 1,065.99 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) made purchases to the tune of Rs 1,127.78 crore on Friday, provisional data showed. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei fell 3.54 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng down 2.78 per cent in early deals. The Shanghai Composite index dropped by 3.06 per cent. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 2.93 per cent lower yesterday.

Sensex plunges over 400 points, Nifty cracks below 10,000

The benchmark BSE Sensex fell by 130 points today due to profit booking in realty, capital goods, teck, auto and banking stocks due to renewed global trade war fears and losses in European markets.

The 30-share Sensex opened higher at 33,206.99 and advanced to hit a high of 33,281.77 in early trade.

However, it slipped into the negative zone to touch a low of 32,963.31 in afternoon trade as fresh worries appeared after reports that the US President is mulling new sanctions on China.

The barometer finally ended lower by 129.91 points or 0.39 per cent at 33,006.27, ending its two-day gaining streak.

The NSE Nifty closed down by 40.50 points or 0.39 per cent at 10,114.75 as banking stocks dropped. It shuttled between 10,207.85 and 10,105.40 during the day.

&quot;Market started on a positive note on account of less hawkish Fed commentary on CY18 rate hike trajectory and in turn US 10-year yield declined. However, the gains were only short lived due to negative trend in European and other Asian market owing to re-emergence of trade war,&quot; Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services Ltd, said.

&quot;Investors are utilising every rally as an opportunity to sell,&quot; he added.

The US Trade Representative (USTR) said America has strong evidence of Beijing violating its commitments on intellectual property and technology transfers, fanning speculation that the White House may announce sanctions against China tomorrow.

China also promised to reply with &quot;necessary measures&quot; to defend its &quot;legitimate rights and interests&quot;.

Equity benchmarks erased early gains after realty, capital goods, teck, auto, PSU, IT, power and bankex counters came under selling pressure, falling up to 1.28 per cent.

Banking stocks again faced the heat largely due to weekly derivatives expiry in the NSE Bank Nifty. SBI, ICICI Bank, PNB, Canara Bank, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, and Bank of Baroda ended with losses up to 2.62 per cent.

Other losers included Wipro, M&amp;M, Maruti Suzuki, Dr Reddy&#39;s, Adani Ports, Infosys, Bajaj Auto, L&amp;T, TCS, Coal India, Bharti Airtel, HDFC, Power Grid, Hero MotoCorp, ITC, Tata Steel and HUL, falling up to 2.32 per cent.

However, ONGC, IndusInd Bank, Tata Motors, RIL, Sun Pharma, Asian Paint and NTPC ended in the positive zone, rising up to 2.45 per cent.

Selling pressure also emerged in the broader markets the BSE small-cap index down by 1.05 per cent and mid-caps fell 0.75 per cent.

Among the BSE sectoral indices, realty fell the most at 1.28 per cent, followed by capital goods (1.07 per cent), teck (0.99 per cent), auto (0.94 per cent), PSU (0.93 per cent), IT (0.91 per cent), infrastructure (0.69 per cent), power (0.66 per cent), bankex (0.66 per cent), healthcare (0.60 per cent), FMCG (0.36 per cent) and oil &amp; gas (0.29 per cent).

However, consumer durables rose by 0.79 per cent and metal 0.37 per cent.

Globally, Asian share markets ended mixed and European bourses opened lower following overnight losses on Wall Street after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time this year. The Federal Reserve delivered its sixth interest-rate increase since the end of 2015 and signalled it still expects to deliver two more before the end of the year.

Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng fell 1.09 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.53 per cent and Singapore down 0.65 per cent, while Japan&#39;s Nikkei was up by 0.99 per cent.

In the Eurozone, Paris CAC 40 fell 1.06 per cent and Frankfurt moved down 1.01 per cent in their early deals. The UK&#39;s FTSE also traded lower 0.53 per cent.

The 30-share Sensex opened higher at 33,206.99 and advanced to hit a high of 33,281.77 in early trade.

The benchmark BSE Sensex fell by 130 points today due to profit booking in realty, capital goods, teck, auto and banking stocks due to renewed global trade war fears and losses in European markets. The 30-share Sensex opened higher at 33,206.99 and advanced to hit a high of 33,281.77 in early trade. However, it slipped into the negative zone to touch a low of 32,963.31 in afternoon trade as fresh worries appeared after reports that the US President is mulling new sanctions on China. The barometer finally ended lower by 129.91 points or 0.39 per cent at 33,006.27, ending its two-day gaining streak. The NSE Nifty closed down by 40.50 points or 0.39 per cent at 10,114.75 as banking stocks dropped. It shuttled between 10,207.85 and 10,105.40 during the day. "Market started on a positive note on account of less hawkish Fed commentary on CY18 rate hike trajectory and in turn US 10-year yield declined. However, the gains were only short lived due to negative trend in European and other Asian market owing to re-emergence of trade war," Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services Ltd, said. "Investors are utilising every rally as an opportunity to sell," he added. The US Trade Representative (USTR) said America has strong evidence of Beijing violating its commitments on intellectual property and technology transfers, fanning speculation that the White House may announce sanctions against China tomorrow. China also promised to reply with "necessary measures" to defend its "legitimate rights and interests". Equity benchmarks erased early gains after realty, capital goods, teck, auto, PSU, IT, power and bankex counters came under selling pressure, falling up to 1.28 per cent. Banking stocks again faced the heat largely due to weekly derivatives expiry in the NSE Bank Nifty. SBI, ICICI Bank, PNB, Canara Bank, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, and Bank of Baroda ended with losses up to 2.62 per cent. Other losers included Wipro, M&M, Maruti Suzuki, Dr Reddy's, Adani Ports, Infosys, Bajaj Auto, L&T, TCS, Coal India, Bharti Airtel, HDFC, Power Grid, Hero MotoCorp, ITC, Tata Steel and HUL, falling up to 2.32 per cent. However, ONGC, IndusInd Bank, Tata Motors, RIL, Sun Pharma, Asian Paint and NTPC ended in the positive zone, rising up to 2.45 per cent. Selling pressure also emerged in the broader markets the BSE small-cap index down by 1.05 per cent and mid-caps fell 0.75 per cent. Among the BSE sectoral indices, realty fell the most at 1.28 per cent, followed by capital goods (1.07 per cent), teck (0.99 per cent), auto (0.94 per cent), PSU (0.93 per cent), IT (0.91 per cent), infrastructure (0.69 per cent), power (0.66 per cent), bankex (0.66 per cent), healthcare (0.60 per cent), FMCG (0.36 per cent) and oil & gas (0.29 per cent). However, consumer durables rose by 0.79 per cent and metal 0.37 per cent. Globally, Asian share markets ended mixed and European bourses opened lower following overnight losses on Wall Street after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time this year. The Federal Reserve delivered its sixth interest-rate increase since the end of 2015 and signalled it still expects to deliver two more before the end of the year. Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 1.09 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.53 per cent and Singapore down 0.65 per cent, while Japan's Nikkei was up by 0.99 per cent. In the Eurozone, Paris CAC 40 fell 1.06 per cent and Frankfurt moved down 1.01 per cent in their early deals. The UK's FTSE also traded lower 0.53 per cent.

Sensex falls 130 points at close on profit booking, trade war fears

The benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 100 points in early trade today, extending gains for the third session after US Federal Reserve announced the widely-expected hike in key lending rate.

The 30-share index was trading 102.07 points, or 0.31 per cent, higher to 33,238.25. The gauge had gained 213.06 points in the previous two sessions.

Sectoral indices, led by healthcare, metal, capital goods, oil &amp; gas infrastructure, auto and FMCG, gained up to 0.57 per cent. 
The NSE Nifty also advanced by 32.70 points, or 0.32 per cent, to 10,187.95.

Major gainers that supported the uptrend were ONGC, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, Reliance Industries, ITC, Tata Steel and L&amp;T, rising up to 3.05 per cent.

Brokers said sustained foreign fund inflows, increased buying by domestic institutional investors (DIIs) and a mixed trend in other Asian bourses, after the Fed rate hike, influenced the market. 
An appreciating rupee against the dollar also supported investor sentiment, they said.

Meanwhile, on a net basis, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought shares worth Rs 98.44 crore, while DIIs purchases equities to the tune of Rs 197.78 crore yesterday, provisional data showed. 
Among other Asian markets, Japan&#39;s Nikkei was trading higher by 0.38 per cent, while Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng fell 0.61 per cent in their early deals. The Shanghai Composite index was down by 0.93 per cent.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 0.18 per cent lower in yesterday&#39;s trade.

The 30-share index was trading 102.07 points, or 0.31 per cent, higher to 33,238.25. The gauge had gained 213.06 points in the previous two sessions

The benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 100 points in early trade today, extending gains for the third session after US Federal Reserve announced the widely-expected hike in key lending rate. The 30-share index was trading 102.07 points, or 0.31 per cent, higher to 33,238.25. The gauge had gained 213.06 points in the previous two sessions. Sectoral indices, led by healthcare, metal, capital goods, oil & gas infrastructure, auto and FMCG, gained up to 0.57 per cent. The NSE Nifty also advanced by 32.70 points, or 0.32 per cent, to 10,187.95. Major gainers that supported the uptrend were ONGC, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, Reliance Industries, ITC, Tata Steel and L&T, rising up to 3.05 per cent. Brokers said sustained foreign fund inflows, increased buying by domestic institutional investors (DIIs) and a mixed trend in other Asian bourses, after the Fed rate hike, influenced the market. An appreciating rupee against the dollar also supported investor sentiment, they said. Meanwhile, on a net basis, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought shares worth Rs 98.44 crore, while DIIs purchases equities to the tune of Rs 197.78 crore yesterday, provisional data showed. Among other Asian markets, Japan's Nikkei was trading higher by 0.38 per cent, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 0.61 per cent in their early deals. The Shanghai Composite index was down by 0.93 per cent. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 0.18 per cent lower in yesterday's trade.

Sensex rises over 100 points, Nifty nears 10,200

The Sensex opened higher on Thursday. At about 9.30 am, the Sensex was up 74.55 points or 0.22 per cent at 33,210.73. Similarly, the NSE Nifty was trading 27.70 points or 0.27 per cent higher at 10,182.95.

On the Nifty 50, 34 stocks advanced against 16 that declined.

ONGC, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, L&amp;T, ITC and Reliance were among the top gainers on the Sensex. On the Nifty, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, HCL Tech, Vedanta and ONGC were the top gainers.

Bharti Airtel, SBI, Wipro, Axis Bank and BPCL were the top losers on the Nifty.

ONGC, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, L&T, ITC and Reliance were among the top gainers on the Sensex.

The Sensex opened higher on Thursday. At about 9.30 am, the Sensex was up 74.55 points or 0.22 per cent at 33,210.73. Similarly, the NSE Nifty was trading 27.70 points or 0.27 per cent higher at 10,182.95. On the Nifty 50, 34 stocks advanced against 16 that declined. ONGC, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, L&T, ITC and Reliance were among the top gainers on the Sensex. On the Nifty, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, HCL Tech, Vedanta and ONGC were the top gainers. Bharti Airtel, SBI, Wipro, Axis Bank and BPCL were the top losers on the Nifty.

Sensex gains 50 points, Nifty nears 10,200

Benchmark indices traded higher for the second session on Wednesday, with BSE Sensex rising over 200 points and NSE&rsquo;s Nifty 50 inching near 10,200 in the opening trade.&nbsp;

The rupee was trading little changed against the US dollar ahead of the US Federal Reserve&rsquo;s policy statement due later on Wednesday.&nbsp;

The Sensitive Index (Sensex) of the BSE, which had closed at 32,996.76 points on Tuesday, opened higher at 33,090.82 points.

Minutes of trading, it was quoting at 33,191.94 points, up by 195.18 points, or 0.59 per cent.

At the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the broader 51-scrip Nifty, which had closed at 10,124.35 points on Tuesday, was quoting at 10,184.70 points, up by 60.35 points or 0.60 per cent.

Minutes of trading, it was quoting at 33,191.94 points, up by 195.18 points, or 0.59 per cent.

Benchmark indices traded higher for the second session on Wednesday, with BSE Sensex rising over 200 points and NSE’s Nifty 50 inching near 10,200 in the opening trade. The rupee was trading little changed against the US dollar ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s policy statement due later on Wednesday. The Sensitive Index (Sensex) of the BSE, which had closed at 32,996.76 points on Tuesday, opened higher at 33,090.82 points. Minutes of trading, it was quoting at 33,191.94 points, up by 195.18 points, or 0.59 per cent. At the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the broader 51-scrip Nifty, which had closed at 10,124.35 points on Tuesday, was quoting at 10,184.70 points, up by 60.35 points or 0.60 per cent.

Sensex jumps 200 points, Nifty near 10,200; banking stocks rise

&nbsp;The benchmark BSE Sensex today cracked below the 33,000-mark by falling nearly 253 points, extending its slide for the fifth straight session on unabated foreign fund outflows amid weak global cues.

Overall market sentiment remained weak after the RBI data released after market hours on Friday showed current account deficit (CAD) rose to 2 per cent of the GDP at $13.5 billion in the December quarter, up from 1.4 per cent in the year-ago period, due to a higher trade deficit.

The rupee also depreciated by 19 paise intra-day against the dollar at 65.13, which too had a negative influence.

Global cues too were weak as investors moved cautiously before the US Federal Reserve meeting, that is likely to raise US interest rates.

The BSE 30-share barometer opened higher at 33,268.97 and advanced to 33,275.79 in morning trade on value-buying in recently battered stocks by investors.

However, across-the-board profit booking at every rise, pulled it down to a low of 32,856.54.

The 30-share index finally settled down 252.88 points or 0.76 per cent at 32,923.12. This is the weakest closing since December 6 last when it settled at 32,597.18.

The gauge lost 741.94 points in the previous four sessions.

The wider NSE Nifty too fell by 100.90 points or 0.99 per cent to end at 10,094.25. It shuttled between 10,224.55 and 10,075.30 during the session.

Meanwhile, on a net basis, foreign institutional investors sold equities worth Rs 150.46 crore on Friday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 770.53 crore, as per the provisional data.&nbsp;

The rupee also depreciated by 19 paise intra-day against the dollar at 65.13, which too had a negative influence.

The benchmark BSE Sensex today cracked below the 33,000-mark by falling nearly 253 points, extending its slide for the fifth straight session on unabated foreign fund outflows amid weak global cues. Overall market sentiment remained weak after the RBI data released after market hours on Friday showed current account deficit (CAD) rose to 2 per cent of the GDP at $13.5 billion in the December quarter, up from 1.4 per cent in the year-ago period, due to a higher trade deficit. The rupee also depreciated by 19 paise intra-day against the dollar at 65.13, which too had a negative influence. Global cues too were weak as investors moved cautiously before the US Federal Reserve meeting, that is likely to raise US interest rates. The BSE 30-share barometer opened higher at 33,268.97 and advanced to 33,275.79 in morning trade on value-buying in recently battered stocks by investors. However, across-the-board profit booking at every rise, pulled it down to a low of 32,856.54. The 30-share index finally settled down 252.88 points or 0.76 per cent at 32,923.12. This is the weakest closing since December 6 last when it settled at 32,597.18. The gauge lost 741.94 points in the previous four sessions. The wider NSE Nifty too fell by 100.90 points or 0.99 per cent to end at 10,094.25. It shuttled between 10,224.55 and 10,075.30 during the session. Meanwhile, on a net basis, foreign institutional investors sold equities worth Rs 150.46 crore on Friday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 770.53 crore, as per the provisional data.

Sensex falls below 33,000-mark at close

Benchmark indices opened the week mildly higher amid volatility and mixed Asian cues on Monday.&nbsp;

Political uncertainty after TDP exit from NDA government last week seems digested by the market.

At 9:20 am, the Sensex was trading at 33,242, up 66.34 points, while the broader Nifty50 was ruling at 10,216, up 21.05 points.&nbsp;

In the broader market, the BSE Midcap and the BSE Smallcap indices gained 0.3 per cent and 0.4 per cent, respectively.&nbsp;

Vedanta, Aurobindo Pharma, Dr Reddy's Labs, Cipla, Sun Pharma, GAIL, Yes Bank and HUL were early gainers.

Benchmark indices opened the week mildly higher amid volatility and mixed Asian cues on Monday. Political uncertainty after TDP exit from NDA government last week seems digested by the market. At 9:20 am, the Sensex was trading at 33,242, up 66.34 points, while the broader Nifty50 was ruling at 10,216, up 21.05 points. In the broader market, the BSE Midcap and the BSE Smallcap indices gained 0.3 per cent and 0.4 per cent, respectively.

Sensex adds over 50 points, Nifty above 10,200

The benchmark BSE Sensex fell over 130 points in early trade today amid weak Asian cues and selling on oil &amp; gas, metals, power, PSU and IT counters.

Brokers said persistent selling by investors, capital outflows by foreign funds and a weak trend in Asian bourses due to increased concerns over the prospect of a global trade war dampened market sentiment.

The Sensex was trading 136.94 points, or 0.40 per cent, down at 33,548.60. The gauge lost 232.40 points in the previous three straight sessions.

The 50-share Nifty also fell 50.95 points, or 0.49 per cent, to 10,309.20.

Kotak Bank, ONGC, NTPC, Asian Paint, Reliance Industries, HDFC, TCS, Infosys, ICICI Bank, ITC, SBI, IndusInd Bank and Tata Motors were among major losers, falling up to 1.40 per cent.

Shares of Gitanjali Gems continued to be under selling pressure, falling 4.63 per cent to Rs 12.35.

Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng was down 0.24 per cent and Shanghai Composite shed 0.11 per cent in early trade today. Japan&#39;s Nikkei too down 0.24 per cent.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, ended 0.47 per cent higher yesterday.

Fall in Sensex amid weak Asian cues and selling on oil and gas, metals, power, PSU and IT counters

The benchmark BSE Sensex fell over 130 points in early trade today amid weak Asian cues and selling on oil & gas, metals, power, PSU and IT counters. Brokers said persistent selling by investors, capital outflows by foreign funds and a weak trend in Asian bourses due to increased concerns over the prospect of a global trade war dampened market sentiment. The Sensex was trading 136.94 points, or 0.40 per cent, down at 33,548.60. The gauge lost 232.40 points in the previous three straight sessions. The 50-share Nifty also fell 50.95 points, or 0.49 per cent, to 10,309.20. Kotak Bank, ONGC, NTPC, Asian Paint, Reliance Industries, HDFC, TCS, Infosys, ICICI Bank, ITC, SBI, IndusInd Bank and Tata Motors were among major losers, falling up to 1.40 per cent. Shares of Gitanjali Gems continued to be under selling pressure, falling 4.63 per cent to Rs 12.35. Hong Kong's Hang Seng was down 0.24 per cent and Shanghai Composite shed 0.11 per cent in early trade today. Japan's Nikkei too down 0.24 per cent. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, ended 0.47 per cent higher yesterday.

Sensex slips 130 points on weak global cues, Nifty tests 10,300

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WION Evening News Brief, March 16, 2018

The BSE Sensex dropped by 150 points to close at 33,685.54 in a volatile trade, extending losses for the third day as banking, FMCG and IT shares fell amid fresh LoU fraud scare.

Banking stocks led by Yes Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and SBI came under heavy selling pressure after the CBI registered a fresh case relating to &quot;fraudulent&quot; issuance of Rs 9 crore of LoUs to Chandri Papers and Allied Products by PNB&#39;s Brady House branch.

Asian markets ended mixed after the Wall Street declined amid concerns that the US could impose severe tariffs on Chinese imports and that the US Federal Reserve could raise interest rates as early as next week.

Traders are also awaiting trade deficit data for February due later in the day, a broker said.

The World Bank and Fitch projected India&#39;s GDP growth at 7.3 per cent for the next financial year and accelerate further to 7.5 per cent in 2019-20, which helped limit the fall.

After opening in the positive zone at 33,843.47, the Sensex advanced to the day&#39;s high of 33,866.28 at the outset.

It later gave up gains and fell to a low of 33,637.28, dragged down by banking stocks.

However, the index managed to recoup some of the losses after European shares opened better. The 30-share barometer closed down by 150.20 points, or 0.44 per cent at 33,685.54.

The benchmark had lost 82.20 points in the previous two sessions.

The broader NSE Nifty, after cracking below the key 10,400-mark, touched a low of 10,346.20, before finally ending down 50.75 points, or 0.49 per cent, at 10,360.15.&nbsp;

Banking, FMCG and IT shares fell amid a fresh LoU fraud scare

The BSE Sensex dropped by 150 points to close at 33,685.54 in a volatile trade, extending losses for the third day as banking, FMCG and IT shares fell amid fresh LoU fraud scare. Banking stocks led by Yes Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and SBI came under heavy selling pressure after the CBI registered a fresh case relating to "fraudulent" issuance of Rs 9 crore of LoUs to Chandri Papers and Allied Products by PNB's Brady House branch. Asian markets ended mixed after the Wall Street declined amid concerns that the US could impose severe tariffs on Chinese imports and that the US Federal Reserve could raise interest rates as early as next week. Traders are also awaiting trade deficit data for February due later in the day, a broker said. The World Bank and Fitch projected India's GDP growth at 7.3 per cent for the next financial year and accelerate further to 7.5 per cent in 2019-20, which helped limit the fall. After opening in the positive zone at 33,843.47, the Sensex advanced to the day's high of 33,866.28 at the outset. It later gave up gains and fell to a low of 33,637.28, dragged down by banking stocks. However, the index managed to recoup some of the losses after European shares opened better. The 30-share barometer closed down by 150.20 points, or 0.44 per cent at 33,685.54. The benchmark had lost 82.20 points in the previous two sessions. The broader NSE Nifty, after cracking below the key 10,400-mark, touched a low of 10,346.20, before finally ending down 50.75 points, or 0.49 per cent, at 10,360.15.

Stocks fall for third day; Sensex drops 150 points, Nifty below 10,400

Market benchmark BSE Sensex extended losses for the third straight day by shedding over 66 points in early trade today on selling by domestic institutional investors and foreign funds amid mixed Asian cues.

Also, selling pressure in oil &amp; gas, FMCG, metal, PSU, bank and power stocks amid a depreciating rupee to weighed on market sentiment.

The BSE 30-share index slipped 66.48 points, or 0.19 per cent, to 33,769.26. The benchmark had lost 82.20 points in the previous two sessions.

Major laggards were Hindustan Unilever, NTPC, ONGC, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries and Tata Steel, falling by up to 0.75 per cent.

NSE Nifty was trading down by 21.05 points, or 0.20 per cent, at 10,389.85.

Gitanjali Gems stock continued its downturn, cracking 4.78 per cent to Rs 12.95.

Meanwhile, on a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 432.03 crore, and foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) also sold shares of Rs 258.98 crore yesterday.

Asian markets were trading lower following a decline on Wall Street overnight. Japan&#39;s Nikkei shed 0.47 per cent, while Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng edged up 0.03 per cent. Shanghai Composite Index was down 0.04 per cent in early trade.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average also ended 1 per cent lower yesterday

Market benchmark BSE Sensex extended losses for the third straight day by shedding over 66 points in early trade today on selling by domestic institutional investors and foreign funds amid mixed Asian cues

Market benchmark BSE Sensex extended losses for the third straight day by shedding over 66 points in early trade today on selling by domestic institutional investors and foreign funds amid mixed Asian cues. Also, selling pressure in oil & gas, FMCG, metal, PSU, bank and power stocks amid a depreciating rupee to weighed on market sentiment. The BSE 30-share index slipped 66.48 points, or 0.19 per cent, to 33,769.26. The benchmark had lost 82.20 points in the previous two sessions. Major laggards were Hindustan Unilever, NTPC, ONGC, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries and Tata Steel, falling by up to 0.75 per cent. NSE Nifty was trading down by 21.05 points, or 0.20 per cent, at 10,389.85. Gitanjali Gems stock continued its downturn, cracking 4.78 per cent to Rs 12.95. Meanwhile, on a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 432.03 crore, and foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) also sold shares of Rs 258.98 crore yesterday. Asian markets were trading lower following a decline on Wall Street overnight. Japan's Nikkei shed 0.47 per cent, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng edged up 0.03 per cent. Shanghai Composite Index was down 0.04 per cent in early trade. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average also ended 1 per cent lower yesterday

Sensex extends losses, down 66 pts; Nifty below 10,400

The benchmark BSE Sensex closed marginally down by 21 points at 33,835.74 after a choppy trade due to selling in oil and gas, auto and metal stocks amid a global sell-off on heightened trade war fears.

Asian stocks declined following an overnight slide in US equities after President Donald Trump replaced his moderate Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with a hawk, CIA Director Mike Pompeo, who supports a hardline approach with China and Iran.

The Sensex, after a gap down opening at 33,733.55 continued its slide to touch a low of 33,580.69.

Later, it recovered to 33,875.15 on firming trend in Europe and a recovery in major banking stocks following a benign wholesale inflation data.

The index finally settled 21.04 points or 0.06 per cent lower at 33,835.74. During the day, the barometer swung almost 295 points (both sides).

The broader NSE Nifty cracked below the key 10,400-mark to touch a low of 10,336.30, before finally ending 15.95 points, or 0.15 per cent, down at 10,410.90. Intra-day it touched a high of 10,420.35.

A fresh spell of selling dragged down most of the sectoral indices, led by oil &amp; gas, realty, metal, FMCG, power, capital goods, auto and PSU which fell up to 0.94 per cent.

&quot;Market traded in a range bound due to mixed trend in the global market but recouped the losses as banking stocks outperformed due to improvement in financial market liquidity. Ease in February WPI inflation to 2.48 per cent will further provide support to the market while any escalation in global risk may lead investors to stay cautious,&quot; Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services Ltd said.

Inflation based on wholesale prices eased to a seven-month low of 2.48 per cent in February on cheaper food articles, including vegetables, official data showed.

Banking stocks recovered from early lows to end in the green. Yes Bank rose 1.85 per cent to emerge as the biggest gainer among Sensex scrips. Axis Bank, SBI and ICICI Bank also pared early losses to end higher by up to 0.89 per cent.

Bank of Baroda, PNB, and HDFC Bank also rose up to 3.01 per cent.

RBI yesterday barred banks from issuing guarantees in the form of letters of undertaking (LoU) as it clamped down on the import financing route used by fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi and his uncle Mehul Choksi for allegedly committing India&#39;s biggest bank fraud.

Gains in Maruti Suzuki, NTPC, Infosys, Adani Ports and L&amp;T helped the index limit its losses.

However, oil major ONGC dropped by 1.53 per cent after crude prices surged.

HeroMotoCorp took the biggest blow in the Sensex kitty by slumping 1.78 per cent followed by Tata Steel 1.25 per cent.

Other laggards included HDFC, Bajaj Auto, Bharti Airtel, Wipro, M&amp;M, Coal India, Power Grids, Sun Pharma, ITC, TCS, Asian Paints, Kotak Bank and RIL, falling up to 0.91 per cent.

Coal India fell 0.41 per cent after brokerage firm Citi downgraded the stock to neutral and lowered its target price.

Gitanjali Gems cracked 4.90 per cent to Rs 13.60 after National Stock Exchange (NSE) levied penalty on the company for failure to file financial results for the quarter ending December.

Sector-wise, the BSE oil &amp; gas index suffered the most by falling 0.94 per cent, followed by realty (0.52 per cent), metal (0.48 per cent), FMCG (0.28 per cent), power (0.17 per cent), capital goods (0.10 per cent), auto 0.09 and PSU 0.08 per cent.

Bucking the trend, the broader markets ended in the green, with the mid-cap index rising 0.28 per cent and small-cap up 0.28 per cent.

Key indices in rest of Asia declined, with Japan&#39;s Nikkei falling 0.87 per cent and Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng shed 0.53 per cent while Shanghai Composite Index down 0.57 per cent.

In the Eurozone, Paris CAC 40 rose 0.32 per cent while Frankfurt&#39;s DAX up 0.36 per cent in early deals. London&#39;s FTSE was higher 0.24 per cent.&nbsp;

The Sensex, after a gap down opening at 33,733.55 continued its slide to touch a low of 33,580.69

The benchmark BSE Sensex closed marginally down by 21 points at 33,835.74 after a choppy trade due to selling in oil and gas, auto and metal stocks amid a global sell-off on heightened trade war fears. Asian stocks declined following an overnight slide in US equities after President Donald Trump replaced his moderate Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with a hawk, CIA Director Mike Pompeo, who supports a hardline approach with China and Iran. The Sensex, after a gap down opening at 33,733.55 continued its slide to touch a low of 33,580.69. Later, it recovered to 33,875.15 on firming trend in Europe and a recovery in major banking stocks following a benign wholesale inflation data. The index finally settled 21.04 points or 0.06 per cent lower at 33,835.74. During the day, the barometer swung almost 295 points (both sides). The broader NSE Nifty cracked below the key 10,400-mark to touch a low of 10,336.30, before finally ending 15.95 points, or 0.15 per cent, down at 10,410.90. Intra-day it touched a high of 10,420.35. A fresh spell of selling dragged down most of the sectoral indices, led by oil & gas, realty, metal, FMCG, power, capital goods, auto and PSU which fell up to 0.94 per cent. "Market traded in a range bound due to mixed trend in the global market but recouped the losses as banking stocks outperformed due to improvement in financial market liquidity. Ease in February WPI inflation to 2.48 per cent will further provide support to the market while any escalation in global risk may lead investors to stay cautious," Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services Ltd said. Inflation based on wholesale prices eased to a seven-month low of 2.48 per cent in February on cheaper food articles, including vegetables, official data showed. Banking stocks recovered from early lows to end in the green. Yes Bank rose 1.85 per cent to emerge as the biggest gainer among Sensex scrips. Axis Bank, SBI and ICICI Bank also pared early losses to end higher by up to 0.89 per cent. Bank of Baroda, PNB, and HDFC Bank also rose up to 3.01 per cent. RBI yesterday barred banks from issuing guarantees in the form of letters of undertaking (LoU) as it clamped down on the import financing route used by fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi and his uncle Mehul Choksi for allegedly committing India's biggest bank fraud. Gains in Maruti Suzuki, NTPC, Infosys, Adani Ports and L&T helped the index limit its losses. However, oil major ONGC dropped by 1.53 per cent after crude prices surged. HeroMotoCorp took the biggest blow in the Sensex kitty by slumping 1.78 per cent followed by Tata Steel 1.25 per cent. Other laggards included HDFC, Bajaj Auto, Bharti Airtel, Wipro, M&M, Coal India, Power Grids, Sun Pharma, ITC, TCS, Asian Paints, Kotak Bank and RIL, falling up to 0.91 per cent. Coal India fell 0.41 per cent after brokerage firm Citi downgraded the stock to neutral and lowered its target price. Gitanjali Gems cracked 4.90 per cent to Rs 13.60 after National Stock Exchange (NSE) levied penalty on the company for failure to file financial results for the quarter ending December. Sector-wise, the BSE oil & gas index suffered the most by falling 0.94 per cent, followed by realty (0.52 per cent), metal (0.48 per cent), FMCG (0.28 per cent), power (0.17 per cent), capital goods (0.10 per cent), auto 0.09 and PSU 0.08 per cent. Bucking the trend, the broader markets ended in the green, with the mid-cap index rising 0.28 per cent and small-cap up 0.28 per cent. Key indices in rest of Asia declined, with Japan's Nikkei falling 0.87 per cent and Hong Kong's Hang Seng shed 0.53 per cent while Shanghai Composite Index down 0.57 per cent. In the Eurozone, Paris CAC 40 rose 0.32 per cent while Frankfurt's DAX up 0.36 per cent in early deals. London's FTSE was higher 0.24 per cent.

Sensex, Nifty slip as metal, auto stocks decline

The benchmark BSE Sensex drifted <a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-economy/money-market-rupee-opens-higher-against-dollar-35751">150 points lower and the NSE Nifty</a> slipped below the 10,400-mark in early deals today on selling in metal, PSU and realty counters amid weak global cues.

Asian stocks declined following an overnight slide in US equities after President Donald Trump replaced his Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with CIA Director Mike Pompeo, extending a shake-up of his administration, spurring concerns about a one-sided approach to international trade.

The 30-share index dropped 166.17 points or 0.49 per cent to 33,690.61. The gauge had lost 61.16 points in the previous session.

Similarly, the NSE Nifty fell 37.90 points or 0.36 per cent to 10,388.95.

Sectoral indices led by metal, PSU, realty, oil &amp; gas, auto, power and bank stocks were trading in the negative zone, falling up to 0.87 per cent.

Banking shares such as SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Bank of India, Yes Bank, Andhra Bank and Canara Bank also declined up to 2.30 per cent.

However, TCS, Infosys, Maruti Suzuki, Dr Reddy&#39;s, L&amp;T and Asian Paints trading in the green, gaining up to 0.74 per cent.

PNB stocks fell 4.23 per cent to Rs 93.85 after reports that the bank&#39;s exposure to alleged fraud may be over $2 billion.

Shares of Gitanjali Gems cracked 4.90 per cent to Rs 13.60 after National Stock Exchange (NSE) levied penalty on the company for failure to file financial results for quarter-ended 31 December.

Brokers said that the sentiment remained negative on weak trend in other Asian markets following a drop in Wall Street as US President Donald Trump replaced his secretary of state, and plans to impose new tariffs on China.

Meanwhile, on a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth Rs 1,613.39 crore while foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) also bought shares worth Rs 7,028.42 crore yesterday, provisional data showed.

In the Asian region, Japan&#39;s Nikkei fell 1.03 per cent, Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng shed 1.18 per cent in early trade. China&#39;s Shanghai Composite index too down 0.46 per cent.

NSE Nifty fell 37.90 points or 0.36 per cent to 10,388.95

The benchmark BSE Sensex drifted 150 points lower and the NSE Nifty slipped below the 10,400-mark in early deals today on selling in metal, PSU and realty counters amid weak global cues. Asian stocks declined following an overnight slide in US equities after President Donald Trump replaced his Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with CIA Director Mike Pompeo, extending a shake-up of his administration, spurring concerns about a one-sided approach to international trade. The 30-share index dropped 166.17 points or 0.49 per cent to 33,690.61. The gauge had lost 61.16 points in the previous session. Similarly, the NSE Nifty fell 37.90 points or 0.36 per cent to 10,388.95. Sectoral indices led by metal, PSU, realty, oil & gas, auto, power and bank stocks were trading in the negative zone, falling up to 0.87 per cent. Banking shares such as SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Bank of India, Yes Bank, Andhra Bank and Canara Bank also declined up to 2.30 per cent. However, TCS, Infosys, Maruti Suzuki, Dr Reddy's, L&T and Asian Paints trading in the green, gaining up to 0.74 per cent. PNB stocks fell 4.23 per cent to Rs 93.85 after reports that the bank's exposure to alleged fraud may be over $2 billion. Shares of Gitanjali Gems cracked 4.90 per cent to Rs 13.60 after National Stock Exchange (NSE) levied penalty on the company for failure to file financial results for quarter-ended 31 December. Brokers said that the sentiment remained negative on weak trend in other Asian markets following a drop in Wall Street as US President Donald Trump replaced his secretary of state, and plans to impose new tariffs on China. Meanwhile, on a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth Rs 1,613.39 crore while foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) also bought shares worth Rs 7,028.42 crore yesterday, provisional data showed. In the Asian region, Japan's Nikkei fell 1.03 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng shed 1.18 per cent in early trade. China's Shanghai Composite index too down 0.46 per cent.

Sensex, Nifty fall in early trade

Amid mixed global cues, the rupee opened 2 paise higher at 64.87 against the US dollar today at the Interbank Foreign Exchange on selling of the greenback by exporters and banks.

The dollar weakened against some currencies overseas after US President Donald Trump sacked Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.

The release of US consumer price inflation data that was in line with expectations, dampening more aggressive rate-hike forecasts added to the weakness in dollar and lent some support to the domestic unit. However, a lower opening of equity market here capped any gains gain, forex dealers said.

Yesterday, the rupee had gained 15 paise to close at 64.89 against the US currency on heavy foreign fund inflows after strong macro-economic data.

Meanwhile, the benchmark BSE Sensex fell 142.82 points, or 0.42 per cent, to 33,713.96 in morning trade.

The dollar weakened against some currencies overseas after US President Donald Trump sacked Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.

Amid mixed global cues, the rupee opened 2 paise higher at 64.87 against the US dollar today at the Interbank Foreign Exchange on selling of the greenback by exporters and banks. The dollar weakened against some currencies overseas after US President Donald Trump sacked Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. The release of US consumer price inflation data that was in line with expectations, dampening more aggressive rate-hike forecasts added to the weakness in dollar and lent some support to the domestic unit. However, a lower opening of equity market here capped any gains gain, forex dealers said. Yesterday, the rupee had gained 15 paise to close at 64.89 against the US currency on heavy foreign fund inflows after strong macro-economic data. Meanwhile, the benchmark BSE Sensex fell 142.82 points, or 0.42 per cent, to 33,713.96 in morning trade.

Money market: Rupee opens higher against dollar

The benchmark BSE Sensex turned choppy on tepid cues from overseas market, despite positive macroeconomic data and appreciating rupee.

The 30-share barometer rose 44.58 points, or 0.13 per cent, to 33,962.52 in an&nbsp;early session. However, a weak trend in other Asian markets following negative lead from Wall Street, restricted the gains.

The gauge rallied 610.80 points in the previous session, logging its biggest single-day gain in two years.

Sectoral indices led by consumer durables, capital goods, realty, bankex, oil &amp; gas, PSU, FMCG, healthcare and auto were trading in the green, rising up to 0.66 per cent.

The NSE index Nifty climbed 19.65 points, or 0.18 per cent, to 10,441.05.

Major gainers were Wipro, Bharti Airtel, SBI, Sun Pharma, rising up to 2.15 per cent. While, TCS, Coal India and NTPC were the top losers.

Shares of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) cracked nearly 5 per cent after Tata Sons yesterday sold a 1.48 per cent stake in its flagship IT services firm to raise Rs 8,127 crore (USD 1.25 billion).

Brokers said buying picked up on select counters on positive economic data. Industrial production expanded to 7.5 per cent in January while retail inflation eased to 4.4 per cent in February, raising industry clamour for a rate cut by the RBI next month to maintain growth momentum.

On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 374.65 crore while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 464.59 crore yesterday, provisional data showed.

Overseas, most Asian stocks were trading lower following a fall in US stocks as focus turned to a US inflation report due today for clues on the pace of US Fed policy tightening.

In Asia, Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng was down 0.16 per cent, Japan&#39;s Nikkei fell 0.16 per cent and China&#39;s Shanghai Composite index slipped 0.17 per cent in early trade.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average closed 0.62 per cent lower in yesterday&#39;s trade.

The NSE index Nifty climbed 19.65 points, or 0.18 per cent, to 10,441.05

The benchmark BSE Sensex turned choppy on tepid cues from overseas market, despite positive macroeconomic data and appreciating rupee. The 30-share barometer rose 44.58 points, or 0.13 per cent, to 33,962.52 in an early session. However, a weak trend in other Asian markets following negative lead from Wall Street, restricted the gains. The gauge rallied 610.80 points in the previous session, logging its biggest single-day gain in two years. Sectoral indices led by consumer durables, capital goods, realty, bankex, oil & gas, PSU, FMCG, healthcare and auto were trading in the green, rising up to 0.66 per cent. The NSE index Nifty climbed 19.65 points, or 0.18 per cent, to 10,441.05. Major gainers were Wipro, Bharti Airtel, SBI, Sun Pharma, rising up to 2.15 per cent. While, TCS, Coal India and NTPC were the top losers. Shares of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) cracked nearly 5 per cent after Tata Sons yesterday sold a 1.48 per cent stake in its flagship IT services firm to raise Rs 8,127 crore (USD 1.25 billion). Brokers said buying picked up on select counters on positive economic data. Industrial production expanded to 7.5 per cent in January while retail inflation eased to 4.4 per cent in February, raising industry clamour for a rate cut by the RBI next month to maintain growth momentum. On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 374.65 crore while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 464.59 crore yesterday, provisional data showed. Overseas, most Asian stocks were trading lower following a fall in US stocks as focus turned to a US inflation report due today for clues on the pace of US Fed policy tightening. In Asia, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was down 0.16 per cent, Japan's Nikkei fell 0.16 per cent and China's Shanghai Composite index slipped 0.17 per cent in early trade. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average closed 0.62 per cent lower in yesterday's trade.

Sensex cautious on weak global cues; TCS cracks 5%

The markets during the closing on Monday posted its biggest intraday gain in approximately 1.5 years.

The benchmark BSE Sensex spurted by 611 points &mdash; its biggest single-day gain since March 2016 &mdash; to finish at one-week high of 33,917.94 following a relief rally in global markets on growing prospects of the US economy.

Sensex saw the biggest one-day gain in last 17 months, while Nifty recorded its biggest single-day gain in 22 months.

About 1380 shares advanced, 1341 shares declined, and 210 shares were unchanged, on Monday.

Investors lapped up recently battered metal, oil &amp; gas, FMCG, banking, power, infrastructure, IT, auto, and capital goods stocks amid fresh capital inflows by foreign funds ahead of key IIP and inflation data to be released after market hours today, brokers said.

After opening on a strong footing, the Sensex advanced to hit a high of 33,962.48 on the back of fresh buying by domestic funds and retail investors.

However, later it declined to touch as the day&#39;s low of 33,468.16 before closing at 33,917.94, up by 610.55 points, or 1.83 per cent. The index posted its biggest single-day gain since March 1, 2016, when it had jumped 777.35.

The broader Nifty finished at 10,421.40, up 194.55 points, or 1.90 per cent. It touched a high of 10,433.65 points in day trade.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Sensex saw the biggest one-day gain in last 17 months, while Nifty recorded its biggest single-day gain in 22 months.

The markets during the closing on Monday posted its biggest intraday gain in approximately 1.5 years. The benchmark BSE Sensex spurted by 611 points — its biggest single-day gain since March 2016 — to finish at one-week high of 33,917.94 following a relief rally in global markets on growing prospects of the US economy. Sensex saw the biggest one-day gain in last 17 months, while Nifty recorded its biggest single-day gain in 22 months. About 1380 shares advanced, 1341 shares declined, and 210 shares were unchanged, on Monday. Investors lapped up recently battered metal, oil & gas, FMCG, banking, power, infrastructure, IT, auto, and capital goods stocks amid fresh capital inflows by foreign funds ahead of key IIP and inflation data to be released after market hours today, brokers said. After opening on a strong footing, the Sensex advanced to hit a high of 33,962.48 on the back of fresh buying by domestic funds and retail investors. However, later it declined to touch as the day's low of 33,468.16 before closing at 33,917.94, up by 610.55 points, or 1.83 per cent. The index posted its biggest single-day gain since March 1, 2016, when it had jumped 777.35. The broader Nifty finished at 10,421.40, up 194.55 points, or 1.90 per cent. It touched a high of 10,433.65 points in day trade. (With inputs from Agencies)

Sensex closes after biggest intra-day record high in almost 1.5 years

The markets, during the closing on Monday, posted biggest intra-day gain in approximately 1.5 years, with the Sensex closing 610.80 points up at 33,917.94.

Nifty, on the other hand traded up 194.50 points at 10421.40, at the close of day.

Sensex saw the biggest one-day gain in last 17 months, while Nifty recorded its biggest single-day gain in 22 months.

About 1380 shares advanced, 1341 shares declined, and 210 shares were unchanged.

FMCG, IT, Tech, oil &amp; gas, metal, capital goods, banks and auto counters saw heavy buying activity ahead of key IIP and inflation numbers.

Bharti Airtel, ITC, Tata Motors, Infosys, NTPC were among the top gainers, rising up to 3.59 per cent.

A firm trend in other Asian markets and higher opening in European bourses, following a good show by Wall Street on Friday, lifted investors&#39; mood in domestic markets.

In the global markets, a relief rally swept across Asian share markets on Monday after the latest US jobs report managed to impress with its strength while also easing fears of inflation and faster rate hikes, a neat feat that whetted risk appetites globally.&nbsp;

MSCI&rsquo;s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan climbed 1.1 per cent, for a third session of gains. Japan&rsquo;s Nikkei jumped 1.5 per cent, showing little immediate reaction as Prime Minister Shinzo Abe came under renewed fire over suspicions of cronyism involving the sale of state-owned land.

Brokers said fresh buying by investors ahead of inflation data improved the market sentiment.

Inflation worries faded on Friday after US data showed nonfarm payrolls jumped by 313,000 jobs last month, but annual growth in average hourly earnings slowed to 2.6 per cent after a spike in January.

Back home, the Nifty FMCG index was trading over 2% higher on Monday, led by a rise in the shares of United Spirits, ITC and Tata Global Beverages, while the Nifty IT index was up 1.5% as KPIT Technologies and HCL Technologies gained ground.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Agencies)

Sensex spurts 610.80 points to close at 33,917.94, logs biggest single-day gain since Mar 2016; Nifty rises 194.55 points to 10,421.40

The markets, during the closing on Monday, posted biggest intra-day gain in approximately 1.5 years, with the Sensex closing 610.80 points up at 33,917.94. Nifty, on the other hand traded up 194.50 points at 10421.40, at the close of day. Sensex saw the biggest one-day gain in last 17 months, while Nifty recorded its biggest single-day gain in 22 months. About 1380 shares advanced, 1341 shares declined, and 210 shares were unchanged. FMCG, IT, Tech, oil & gas, metal, capital goods, banks and auto counters saw heavy buying activity ahead of key IIP and inflation numbers. Bharti Airtel, ITC, Tata Motors, Infosys, NTPC were among the top gainers, rising up to 3.59 per cent. A firm trend in other Asian markets and higher opening in European bourses, following a good show by Wall Street on Friday, lifted investors' mood in domestic markets. In the global markets, a relief rally swept across Asian share markets on Monday after the latest US jobs report managed to impress with its strength while also easing fears of inflation and faster rate hikes, a neat feat that whetted risk appetites globally. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan climbed 1.1 per cent, for a third session of gains. Japan’s Nikkei jumped 1.5 per cent, showing little immediate reaction as Prime Minister Shinzo Abe came under renewed fire over suspicions of cronyism involving the sale of state-owned land. Brokers said fresh buying by investors ahead of inflation data improved the market sentiment. Inflation worries faded on Friday after US data showed nonfarm payrolls jumped by 313,000 jobs last month, but annual growth in average hourly earnings slowed to 2.6 per cent after a spike in January. Back home, the Nifty FMCG index was trading over 2% higher on Monday, led by a rise in the shares of United Spirits, ITC and Tata Global Beverages, while the Nifty IT index was up 1.5% as KPIT Technologies and HCL Technologies gained ground. (With inputs from Agencies)

The BSE Sensex surged over 300 points in early trade and the Nifty reclaimed the 10,300-level on fresh capital inflows by foreign funds ahead of key IIP and inflation data to be released after market hours today.

Asian markets too were trading in the green on strong cues from Wall Street after a better-than-expected US jobs report on Friday.

The 30-share Sensex rallied 301.55 points, or 0.90 per cent, to 33,608.69 in opening trade. The index had lost 44.43 points in the previous session on Friday.

All the sectoral indices, led by IT, Teck, oil &amp; gas, FMCG and realty sectors, were trading in the green with gains up to 1.24 per cent.

The broader NSE Nifty rose 96.10 points, or 0.93 per cent, to 10,322.95.

Major gainers were ITC, Tata Steel, Sun Pharma, Infosys, Wipro, Adani Ports, Bharti Airtel, HDFC, RIL, IndusInd Bank, M&amp;M and L&amp;T, rising up to 2.74.

Meanwhile, SBI dropped nearly 1 per cent to Rs 250.80.

Brokers said fresh buying by investors and foreign funds amid a firm trend in other Asian bourses improved market sentiment.

The rupee too appreciated against the US dollar in opening trade.

On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 550.36 crore while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 65.00 crore on Friday, provisional data showed.

In the Asian region, Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng was up 1.68 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.75 per cent, while Japan Nikkei edged higher by 1.72 per cent in early trade.

Meanwhile, the US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 1.77 per cent higher on Friday.&nbsp;

Brokers said fresh buying by investors and foreign funds amid a firm trend in other Asian bourses improved market sentiment

The BSE Sensex surged over 300 points in early trade and the Nifty reclaimed the 10,300-level on fresh capital inflows by foreign funds ahead of key IIP and inflation data to be released after market hours today. Asian markets too were trading in the green on strong cues from Wall Street after a better-than-expected US jobs report on Friday. The 30-share Sensex rallied 301.55 points, or 0.90 per cent, to 33,608.69 in opening trade. The index had lost 44.43 points in the previous session on Friday. All the sectoral indices, led by IT, Teck, oil & gas, FMCG and realty sectors, were trading in the green with gains up to 1.24 per cent. The broader NSE Nifty rose 96.10 points, or 0.93 per cent, to 10,322.95. Major gainers were ITC, Tata Steel, Sun Pharma, Infosys, Wipro, Adani Ports, Bharti Airtel, HDFC, RIL, IndusInd Bank, M&M and L&T, rising up to 2.74. Meanwhile, SBI dropped nearly 1 per cent to Rs 250.80. Brokers said fresh buying by investors and foreign funds amid a firm trend in other Asian bourses improved market sentiment. The rupee too appreciated against the US dollar in opening trade. On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 550.36 crore while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 65.00 crore on Friday, provisional data showed. In the Asian region, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 1.68 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.75 per cent, while Japan Nikkei edged higher by 1.72 per cent in early trade. Meanwhile, the US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 1.77 per cent higher on Friday.

Sensex zooms 300 points in early trade

The BSE Sensex finished 43 points lower at 33,307.14 today after a bout of fag-end selling wiped out early gains.

Metal stocks came under heavy selling pressure after US President Donald Trump signed two proclamations that imposed tariffs on some steel and aluminium imports, sparking fears of retaliatory moves by other countries.

The 30-share index, which remained in the positive zone for the major part of the session, hit a high of 33,519.49 but succumbed to a late sell-off to end at 33,307.14, down 44.43 points, or 0.13 per cent.

The broad-based NSE Nifty, after shuttling between 10,296.70 and 10,211.90, finally ended 15.80 points, or 0.15 per cent down at 10,226.85.

Meanwhile, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 364.80 crore on net basis while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth Rs 675.26 crore yesterday, provisional data showed.

Metal stocks came under heavy selling pressure after US President Trump signed two proclamations that imposed tariffs on some steel and aluminum imports

The BSE Sensex finished 43 points lower at 33,307.14 today after a bout of fag-end selling wiped out early gains. Metal stocks came under heavy selling pressure after US President Donald Trump signed two proclamations that imposed tariffs on some steel and aluminium imports, sparking fears of retaliatory moves by other countries. The 30-share index, which remained in the positive zone for the major part of the session, hit a high of 33,519.49 but succumbed to a late sell-off to end at 33,307.14, down 44.43 points, or 0.13 per cent. The broad-based NSE Nifty, after shuttling between 10,296.70 and 10,211.90, finally ended 15.80 points, or 0.15 per cent down at 10,226.85. Meanwhile, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 364.80 crore on net basis while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth Rs 675.26 crore yesterday, provisional data showed.

Sensex ends marginally lower on late sell-off

The BSE Sensex extended gains for the second straight day by rising about 139 points in opening trade on sustained buying by domestic institutional investors amid a firm trend at other Asian bourses.

The 30-share barometer, which had gained 318.48 points in the previous session, was trading higher by 138.52 points, or 0.41 per cent, at 33,490.09. Sectoral indices led by Metal, IT, Teck, Consumer Durables and FMCG led the gains, rising by up to 0.64 per cent.

On similar lines, the NSE Nifty was up by 35.35 points, or 0.34 per cent, at 10,278 points.

Traders said sentiment remained upbeat on increased buying by domestic institutional investors and a firm trend at other Asian markets, extending gains on Wall Street following signs from the White House that US President Donald Trump&#39;s tariffs may be softer than initially feared.

Major gainers that supported the upmove were Bajaj Auto, Bharti Airtel, Asian Paints, Tata Steel, Adani Ports, Hero MotoCorp, HDFC, ITC and Dr Reddy&#39;s, rising by up to 1.03 per cent.

However, Gitanjali Gems remained under selling pressure and traded 4.82 per cent lower at Rs 15.80.

Domestic institutional investors bought shares worth a net Rs 675.26 crore, while foreign portfolio investors sold shares worth a net Rs 364.80 crore yesterday, provisional data showed.

Globally, Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng was up 0.85 per cent, Shanghai&#39;s Composite rose 0.11 per cent and Japan&#39;s Nikkei went up by 0.87 per cent in early deals.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 0.38 per cent higher in yesterday&#39;s trade.&nbsp;

The BSE Sensex extended gains for the second straight day by rising about 139 points in opening trade on sustained buying by domestic institutional investors amid a firm trend at other Asian bourses

The BSE Sensex extended gains for the second straight day by rising about 139 points in opening trade on sustained buying by domestic institutional investors amid a firm trend at other Asian bourses. The 30-share barometer, which had gained 318.48 points in the previous session, was trading higher by 138.52 points, or 0.41 per cent, at 33,490.09. Sectoral indices led by Metal, IT, Teck, Consumer Durables and FMCG led the gains, rising by up to 0.64 per cent. On similar lines, the NSE Nifty was up by 35.35 points, or 0.34 per cent, at 10,278 points. Traders said sentiment remained upbeat on increased buying by domestic institutional investors and a firm trend at other Asian markets, extending gains on Wall Street following signs from the White House that US President Donald Trump's tariffs may be softer than initially feared. Major gainers that supported the upmove were Bajaj Auto, Bharti Airtel, Asian Paints, Tata Steel, Adani Ports, Hero MotoCorp, HDFC, ITC and Dr Reddy's, rising by up to 1.03 per cent. However, Gitanjali Gems remained under selling pressure and traded 4.82 per cent lower at Rs 15.80. Domestic institutional investors bought shares worth a net Rs 675.26 crore, while foreign portfolio investors sold shares worth a net Rs 364.80 crore yesterday, provisional data showed. Globally, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 0.85 per cent, Shanghai's Composite rose 0.11 per cent and Japan's Nikkei went up by 0.87 per cent in early deals. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 0.38 per cent higher in yesterday's trade.

Sensex extends gains, up 139 points in early trade on global cues

Stocks closed higher on Thursday, breaking a six-day losing streak as worries surrounding trade war eased.&nbsp;

The 30-share BSE Sensex was up 318.48 points or 0.96 percent at 33,351.57 at closing and the 50-share NSE Nifty gained 88.50 points or 0.87 percent at 10,242.70.

US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s import tariff plan may spare select countries from much of the impact.&nbsp;

BSE Sensex gained over 200 points in the opening trade, while the NSE&rsquo;s Nifty 50 rose past the 10,200 level led by PSU bank, pharma and metal stocks.&nbsp;

The Indian rupee weakened marginally against US dollar in the opening trade.&nbsp;

The 30-share BSE Sensex was up 318.48 points or 0.96 percent at 33,351.57 at closing and the 50-share NSE Nifty gained 88.50 points or 0.87 percent at 10,242.70

Stocks closed higher on Thursday, breaking a six-day losing streak as worries surrounding trade war eased. The 30-share BSE Sensex was up 318.48 points or 0.96 percent at 33,351.57 at closing and the 50-share NSE Nifty gained 88.50 points or 0.87 percent at 10,242.70. US President Donald Trump’s import tariff plan may spare select countries from much of the impact. BSE Sensex gained over 200 points in the opening trade, while the NSE’s Nifty 50 rose past the 10,200 level led by PSU bank, pharma and metal stocks. The Indian rupee weakened marginally against US dollar in the opening trade.

Markets: Sensex ends at 33,351.57; Nifty closes at 10,242.70

Snapping their six-day losing streak, stocks staged a strong comeback in early trade today, with the BSE Sensex rebounding by 274 points and the Nifty recapturing the 10,200-mark on fresh buying by domestic institutional investors.

Asian markets were also trading in the green, boosted by easing fears of a global trade war as the White House signalled it would water down plans for contentious metal tariffs.

The 30-share Sensex rose by 273.75 points, or 0.82 per cent, to 33,306.84 in early trade. The gauge had lost 1,412.66 points in the previous six sessions.

All the sectoral indices, led by realty, teck, IT, consumer durables and metal, were trading in the green with gains of up to 1.32 per cent.

The broad-based NSE Nifty went up by 80.65 points or 0.79 per cent to 10.234.85.

Major gainers that supported the recovery were ICICI Bank, HDFC Ltd, Bharti Airtel, Infosys, Tata Steel, RIL, Dr Reddy&#39;s, Axis Bank, ITC, Sun Pharma, Adani Ports, HUL, SBI, L&amp;T and Maruti Suzuki, rising up to 2.11 per cent.

Brokers said buying by domestic institutional investors amid a firm trend at other Asian bourses led the markets higher.

Domestic institutional investors bought shares worth a net Rs 409.34 crore, while foreign portfolio investors sold shares worth a net Rs 719.78 crore yesterday, provisional data showed.

In the Asian region, Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng was up 1.41 per cent, Japan&#39;s Nikkei rose 0.75 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index was up by 0.29 per cent in early trade. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, ended 0.33 per cent lower in yesterday&#39;s trade.&nbsp;

Brokers said buying by domestic institutional investors amid a firm trend at other Asian bourses led the markets higher

Snapping their six-day losing streak, stocks staged a strong comeback in early trade today, with the BSE Sensex rebounding by 274 points and the Nifty recapturing the 10,200-mark on fresh buying by domestic institutional investors. Asian markets were also trading in the green, boosted by easing fears of a global trade war as the White House signalled it would water down plans for contentious metal tariffs. The 30-share Sensex rose by 273.75 points, or 0.82 per cent, to 33,306.84 in early trade. The gauge had lost 1,412.66 points in the previous six sessions. All the sectoral indices, led by realty, teck, IT, consumer durables and metal, were trading in the green with gains of up to 1.32 per cent. The broad-based NSE Nifty went up by 80.65 points or 0.79 per cent to 10.234.85. Major gainers that supported the recovery were ICICI Bank, HDFC Ltd, Bharti Airtel, Infosys, Tata Steel, RIL, Dr Reddy's, Axis Bank, ITC, Sun Pharma, Adani Ports, HUL, SBI, L&T and Maruti Suzuki, rising up to 2.11 per cent. Brokers said buying by domestic institutional investors amid a firm trend at other Asian bourses led the markets higher. Domestic institutional investors bought shares worth a net Rs 409.34 crore, while foreign portfolio investors sold shares worth a net Rs 719.78 crore yesterday, provisional data showed. In the Asian region, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 1.41 per cent, Japan's Nikkei rose 0.75 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index was up by 0.29 per cent in early trade. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, ended 0.33 per cent lower in yesterday's trade.

Sensex rebounds 274 points, Nifty above 10,200 mark

The BSE benchmark Sensex saw a sudden plunge in last hour of trade and nosedived nearly 430 points to close at a nearly three-month low of 33,317 after bank stocks came under heavy selling pressure despite positive global cues.

The NSE Nifty too fell over 109 points to 10,249.25, erasing all its early gains.

Bank shares felt the heat following reports that ICICI Bank managing director and chief executive Chanda Kochhar and her Axis Bank counterpart Shikha Sharma have been summoned by the SFIO in the PNB fraud matter.

Banking stocks led by SBI, ICICI Bank, Bank of Baroda, PNB, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Federal Bank and Yes Bank fell as much as 2.77 per cent.

The sentiment was further dampened after the RBI yesterday said it had imposed a penalty of Rs 3 crore on Axis Bank for violation of NPA classification norms and Rs 2 crore on Indian Overseas Bank for not complying with the KYC regulations.

The 30-share index Sensex commenced on a strong note at 34,047.43 and advanced to a high of 34,060.13, tracking a firm trend in other Asian markets.&nbsp;

It, however, slipped into a negative zone towards the fag-end to hit a low of 33,209.76 as participants booked profits at improved levels. The gauge finally settled 429.58 points, or 1.27 per cent, lower at 33,317.20.

This was the lowest closing for the Sensex since December 14 when it had finished at 33,246.70 and also the biggest single-day fall since February 6, when it had lost 561.22.

Overall, in the last five straight sessions, the index has lost nearly 1,129 points.

The NSE Nifty after reclaiming the key 10,400-mark touched a high of 10,441.35 in early trade but later slipped into negative zone to hit a low of 10,215.90. It finally settled at 10,249.25, showing a sizeable loss of 109.60 points, or 1.06 per cent.

Meanwhile, Asian markets turned positive today and Europe too opened higher amid easing of concerns over a potential trade war triggered by the comments of US President Donald Trump with regard to tariffs on steel and aluminium.

The NSE Nifty too fell over 109 points to 10,249.25, erasing all its early gains

The BSE benchmark Sensex saw a sudden plunge in last hour of trade and nosedived nearly 430 points to close at a nearly three-month low of 33,317 after bank stocks came under heavy selling pressure despite positive global cues. The NSE Nifty too fell over 109 points to 10,249.25, erasing all its early gains. Bank shares felt the heat following reports that ICICI Bank managing director and chief executive Chanda Kochhar and her Axis Bank counterpart Shikha Sharma have been summoned by the SFIO in the PNB fraud matter. Banking stocks led by SBI, ICICI Bank, Bank of Baroda, PNB, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, Federal Bank and Yes Bank fell as much as 2.77 per cent. The sentiment was further dampened after the RBI yesterday said it had imposed a penalty of Rs 3 crore on Axis Bank for violation of NPA classification norms and Rs 2 crore on Indian Overseas Bank for not complying with the KYC regulations. The 30-share index Sensex commenced on a strong note at 34,047.43 and advanced to a high of 34,060.13, tracking a firm trend in other Asian markets. It, however, slipped into a negative zone towards the fag-end to hit a low of 33,209.76 as participants booked profits at improved levels. The gauge finally settled 429.58 points, or 1.27 per cent, lower at 33,317.20. This was the lowest closing for the Sensex since December 14 when it had finished at 33,246.70 and also the biggest single-day fall since February 6, when it had lost 561.22. Overall, in the last five straight sessions, the index has lost nearly 1,129 points. The NSE Nifty after reclaiming the key 10,400-mark touched a high of 10,441.35 in early trade but later slipped into negative zone to hit a low of 10,215.90. It finally settled at 10,249.25, showing a sizeable loss of 109.60 points, or 1.06 per cent. Meanwhile, Asian markets turned positive today and Europe too opened higher amid easing of concerns over a potential trade war triggered by the comments of US President Donald Trump with regard to tariffs on steel and aluminium.

Market takes U-turn; Sensex tumbles 430 points as bank stocks drag

Benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex closed sharply lower amid brutal sell-off in last hour of trade.

The 30-share BSE Sensex was down 429.58 points or 1.27 percent at 33,317.20 and the 50-share NSE Nifty fell 109.60 points or 1.06 percent to 10,249.30.

Shares edged lower, despite stronger cues from Asian equities, with gains spread across most sectors. Asian markets rebounded from near three-week lows as concerns eased over Donald Trump&rsquo;s plan to impose tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.&nbsp;

The Nifty dropped 109 points to close at 10,249

Benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex closed sharply lower amid brutal sell-off in last hour of trade. The 30-share BSE Sensex was down 429.58 points or 1.27 percent at 33,317.20 and the 50-share NSE Nifty fell 109.60 points or 1.06 percent to 10,249.30. Shares edged lower, despite stronger cues from Asian equities, with gains spread across most sectors. Asian markets rebounded from near three-week lows as concerns eased over Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.

Sensex drops 429 points, closes at 33,317

Snapping its four-day <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sensex-drops-300-points-to-2-week-low-amid-global-trade-war-fears-34754">losing streak</a>, the benchmark Sensex recovered over 300 points in early trade today after metal stocks witnessed a rebound as concerns over a potential trade war faded, boosting global investor sentiment.

Metal stocks surged up to 3.48 per cent, led by gains in Jindal Steel, Vedanta, JSW Steel, Tata Steel, NMDC, Nalco, SAIL, Hindalco and Hindustan Zinc.

The 30-share index rose 313.35 points, or 0.92 per cent, to 34,060.13. The gauge had lost 698.97 points in the previous four sessions.

All the sectoral indices were trading in the green. Metal, realty, consumer durables, capital goods and banking counters gained up to 1.90 per cent.

The NSE Nifty rose 68.70 points, or 0.66 per cent, to 10.427.55.

Major gainers that supported the recovery were IndusInd Bank, Yes Bank, Tata Motors, ICICI Bank and Dr Reddy&#39;s.

Brokers said a fresh spell of buying by investors in beaten-down stocks and a firm trend at other Asian bourses aided gains in key indices after four days of losses.

Meanwhile, on a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 154.20 crore, while foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares of Rs 366.60 crore yesterday.

In the Asian region, Hong Kong&#39;s Hang Seng was up 1.06 per cent while Japan&#39;s Nikkei higher 2.12 per cent in early trade today. Shanghai Composite Index, however, shed 0.21 per cent.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 1.37 per cent higher yesterday.&nbsp;

Snapping its four-day losing streak, the benchmark Sensex recovered over 300 points in early trade today after metal stocks witnessed a rebound as concerns over a potential trade war faded, boosting global investor sentiment

Snapping its four-day losing streak, the benchmark Sensex recovered over 300 points in early trade today after metal stocks witnessed a rebound as concerns over a potential trade war faded, boosting global investor sentiment. Metal stocks surged up to 3.48 per cent, led by gains in Jindal Steel, Vedanta, JSW Steel, Tata Steel, NMDC, Nalco, SAIL, Hindalco and Hindustan Zinc. The 30-share index rose 313.35 points, or 0.92 per cent, to 34,060.13. The gauge had lost 698.97 points in the previous four sessions. All the sectoral indices were trading in the green. Metal, realty, consumer durables, capital goods and banking counters gained up to 1.90 per cent. The NSE Nifty rose 68.70 points, or 0.66 per cent, to 10.427.55. Major gainers that supported the recovery were IndusInd Bank, Yes Bank, Tata Motors, ICICI Bank and Dr Reddy's. Brokers said a fresh spell of buying by investors in beaten-down stocks and a firm trend at other Asian bourses aided gains in key indices after four days of losses. Meanwhile, on a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 154.20 crore, while foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares of Rs 366.60 crore yesterday. In the Asian region, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 1.06 per cent while Japan's Nikkei higher 2.12 per cent in early trade today. Shanghai Composite Index, however, shed 0.21 per cent. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 1.37 per cent higher yesterday.

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