The bulls are back once again in the Indian stock markets. If there were any fears among investors before the Budget 2021, they have been clearly put to rest by India's finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her speech on February 1.&nbsp;

Clearly, absence of any 'Robinhood' tax has cheered the investor community and the unbridled growth in the markets has resumed.&nbsp;

Today also both major indices in India Sensex and Nifty closed at record highs of 50255.75 and 14789.45 respectively, extending their post-budget gains for the third straight day.&nbsp;

Why are Indian stock markets at record high?

Budget proposals and the absence of any negative news globally have given another booster dose of optimism to investors. While the Budget proposal to raise foreign direct investment (FDI) limit in insurance from 49 per cent to 74 per cent has led to rise in prices of insurance stocks today, scrappage policy for vehicles is leading to rise in prices of auto stocks as well.&nbsp;

Absence of the much-feared COVID cess and any surcharge on Income Tax has also delivered much needed respite to investors. Fearing these taxes, Indian markets closed in red in some days prior to Budget 2021.&nbsp;

Sensex had lost over 3,500 points in the six sessions before the Budget. Also, proposal for privatization of 2 nationalized banks has put to rest speculations regarding government going slow on disinvestment process. This coupled with announcement on LIC's IPO gave a message to investors that government's financial priorities are clear.

Indian markets are also in line with the rally in major global markets that started at the beginning of this week with major corporate earnings meeting expectations.&nbsp;

So the 5 per cent gain in Sensex on the Budget day showed that markets have taken the annual exercise as a reform and growth-orientation Budget, supportive of the right economic policies in the country and will bring economic change in India that came after the 1991 Budget that supported liberalization.&nbsp;

Analysts also expect these gains in the markets to continue. However another factor that will impact markets this week will be the central bank RBI's decision on interest rates in its monetary policy meet on February 5.

The bulls are back once again in the Indian stock markets. If there were any fears among investors before the Budget 2021, they have been clearly put to rest by India's finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her speech on February 1.

The bulls are back once again in the Indian stock markets. If there were any fears among investors before the Budget 2021, they have been clearly put to rest by India's finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her speech on February 1. Clearly, absence of any 'Robinhood' tax has cheered the investor community and the unbridled growth in the markets has resumed. Today also both major indices in India Sensex and Nifty closed at record highs of 50255.75 and 14789.45 respectively, extending their post-budget gains for the third straight day. Why are Indian stock markets at record high? Budget proposals and the absence of any negative news globally have given another booster dose of optimism to investors. While the Budget proposal to raise foreign direct investment (FDI) limit in insurance from 49 per cent to 74 per cent has led to rise in prices of insurance stocks today, scrappage policy for vehicles is leading to rise in prices of auto stocks as well. Absence of the much-feared COVID cess and any surcharge on Income Tax has also delivered much needed respite to investors. Fearing these taxes, Indian markets closed in red in some days prior to Budget 2021. Sensex had lost over 3,500 points in the six sessions before the Budget. Also, proposal for privatization of 2 nationalized banks has put to rest speculations regarding government going slow on disinvestment process. This coupled with announcement on LIC's IPO gave a message to investors that government's financial priorities are clear. Indian markets are also in line with the rally in major global markets that started at the beginning of this week with major corporate earnings meeting expectations. So the 5 per cent gain in Sensex on the Budget day showed that markets have taken the annual exercise as a reform and growth-orientation Budget, supportive of the right economic policies in the country and will bring economic change in India that came after the 1991 Budget that supported liberalization. Analysts also expect these gains in the markets to continue. However another factor that will impact markets this week will be the central bank RBI's decision on interest rates in its monetary policy meet on February 5.

Budget rejuvenates the bulls, stock markets at record high

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended at record high levels Wednesday extending gains for the third straight session led by gains in banking, metal and pharma indices.&nbsp;

Broader markets also surged for the day with the midcap and smallcap indices up over 1 percent each.&nbsp;

At close, the Sensex was up 458.03 points or 0.92% at 50,255.75, while the Nifty rose 142.10 points or 0.97% to 14,790.

IndusInd Bank, Power Grid Corp, Sun Pharma, Dr Reddy’s Labs and Divis Lab were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Shree Cements, UltraTech Cement, Maruti Suzuki, ITC and UPL.

Global markets marched higher following renewed hopes for the passage of the USD 1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill in the US.

In rest of Asia, bourses in Hong Kong, Seoul and Tokyo ended with gains, while Shanghai was in the red.

Stock exchanges in Europe were also trading on a positive note in early deals.

Meanwhile, the global oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.36 per cent higher at USD 58.01 per barrel.

The Indian rupee ended on a flat note and settled 1 paisa higher at 72.95 (provisional) against the US dollar.

Stepping up their purchase of domestic shares, foreign institutional investors were net buyers to the tune of Rs 6,181.56 crore on Tuesday, according to exchange data.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended at record high levels Wednesday extending gains for the third straight session led by gains in banking, metal and pharma indices.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended at record high levels Wednesday extending gains for the third straight session led by gains in banking, metal and pharma indices. Broader markets also surged for the day with the midcap and smallcap indices up over 1 percent each. At close, the Sensex was up 458.03 points or 0.92% at 50,255.75, while the Nifty rose 142.10 points or 0.97% to 14,790. IndusInd Bank, Power Grid Corp, Sun Pharma, Dr Reddy’s Labs and Divis Lab were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Shree Cements, UltraTech Cement, Maruti Suzuki, ITC and UPL. Global markets marched higher following renewed hopes for the passage of the USD 1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill in the US. In rest of Asia, bourses in Hong Kong, Seoul and Tokyo ended with gains, while Shanghai was in the red. Stock exchanges in Europe were also trading on a positive note in early deals. Meanwhile, the global oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.36 per cent higher at USD 58.01 per barrel. The Indian rupee ended on a flat note and settled 1 paisa higher at 72.95 (provisional) against the US dollar. Stepping up their purchase of domestic shares, foreign institutional investors were net buyers to the tune of Rs 6,181.56 crore on Tuesday, according to exchange data. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex closes above 50,000, Nifty near 14,800

Domestic stock markets extended gains to end over 2 per cent higher on Tuesday, as investors continue to cheer Budget announcements amid positive global cues among. &nbsp; 
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BSE Sensex zoomed 1,197 points, or 2.46 per cent, to settle the day at 49,797.7 levels. The index reclaimed the 50,000 level in intra-day deals and hit a high of 50,154 before paring some of the gains. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, topped the 14,600-mark and closed at 14,648 levels, up 367 points or 2.57 per cent.&nbsp; 
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Most analysts are of the view that the equity markets reacted positively to the Budget primarily due to higher capital expenditure plans, status quo on direct taxes and no incremental taxes on capital gains.&nbsp; 
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Global cues&nbsp; 
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Global stock markets gained for a second day on Tuesday, spurred by increased optimism about economic stimulus and global recovery, while retail investors retreated from GameStop and their new-found interest in silver.&nbsp; 
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Positive momentum from Asia carried through to Europe, with the pan-European STOXX 600 edging up 0.9 per cent.&nbsp; 
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MSCI's world equity index, which tracks shares in 49 countries, was 0.4 per cent firmer after posting its strongest day in three months on Monday.&nbsp; 
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MSCI's gauge of Asia Pacific stocks outside Japan rose 1.5 per cent, with China's benchmark CSI300 Index climbing 1.5 per cent, helped by easing concerns about tight liquidity and falling cases of new coronavirus infections. Japan’s Nikkei 225 added 1 per cent.&nbsp; 
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E-mini futures for the S&amp;P 500 index added 0.8 per cent.&nbsp; 
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(With inputs from Reuters)&nbsp;

Domestic stock markets extended gains to end over 2 per cent higher on Tuesday, as investors continue to cheer Budget announcements amid positive global cues among.

Domestic stock markets extended gains to end over 2 per cent higher on Tuesday, as investors continue to cheer Budget announcements amid positive global cues among. BSE Sensex zoomed 1,197 points, or 2.46 per cent, to settle the day at 49,797.7 levels. The index reclaimed the 50,000 level in intra-day deals and hit a high of 50,154 before paring some of the gains. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, topped the 14,600-mark and closed at 14,648 levels, up 367 points or 2.57 per cent. Most analysts are of the view that the equity markets reacted positively to the Budget primarily due to higher capital expenditure plans, status quo on direct taxes and no incremental taxes on capital gains. Global cues Global stock markets gained for a second day on Tuesday, spurred by increased optimism about economic stimulus and global recovery, while retail investors retreated from GameStop and their new-found interest in silver. Positive momentum from Asia carried through to Europe, with the pan-European STOXX 600 edging up 0.9 per cent. MSCI's world equity index, which tracks shares in 49 countries, was 0.4 per cent firmer after posting its strongest day in three months on Monday. MSCI's gauge of Asia Pacific stocks outside Japan rose 1.5 per cent, with China's benchmark CSI300 Index climbing 1.5 per cent, helped by easing concerns about tight liquidity and falling cases of new coronavirus infections. Japan’s Nikkei 225 added 1 per cent. E-mini futures for the S&P 500 index added 0.8 per cent. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex soars nearly 1,200 points, Nifty near 14,650 extending Budget day rally 

The domestic stock market indices ended Friday's session lower, down over 1 per cent, triggered by an across-the-board sell-off that saw all the Nifty sectoral indices ending the session in the red.

The BSE Sensex, which seemed well on course to reach the 50,000 mark, fell over 500 points during the day.

Sensex closed at 49,034.67, lower by 549.49 points, or 1.11 per cent, from its previous close of 49,584.16. It had opened at 49,656.71 and recorded an intra-day high of 49,656.71 and a low of 48,795.79 points.

The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange closed at 14,433.70, lower by 161.90 points, or 1.11 per cent, from its previous close.

Global markets

Prospects of tighter lockdowns in Germany and France as well as new Covid-19 restrictions in China cut into optimism about a global economic recovery. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.5 per cent.&nbsp;

The German DAX was down 0.5 per cent and France's CAC 40 fell 0.6 per cent. UK's FTSE 100 also declined 0.6 per cent despite data showing that Britain’s economy recorded a smaller-than-expected contraction in November.

Meanwhile, Asian stocks had initially firmed on Thursday on a report that the stimulus package could be as big as $2 trillion, much more than markets were expecting. However, shares later erased gains with MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan down 0.59 per cent.

Chinese blue-chips shed 0.97 per cent amid worries over rising COVID-19 cases in China, and after the Chinese central bank drained liquidity from the country's banking system, suggesting a tightening bias in monetary policy.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The domestic stock market indices ended Friday's session lower, down over 1 per cent, triggered by an across-the-board sell-off that saw all the Nifty sectoral indices ending the session in the red.

The domestic stock market indices ended Friday's session lower, down over 1 per cent, triggered by an across-the-board sell-off that saw all the Nifty sectoral indices ending the session in the red. The BSE Sensex, which seemed well on course to reach the 50,000 mark, fell over 500 points during the day. Sensex closed at 49,034.67, lower by 549.49 points, or 1.11 per cent, from its previous close of 49,584.16. It had opened at 49,656.71 and recorded an intra-day high of 49,656.71 and a low of 48,795.79 points. The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange closed at 14,433.70, lower by 161.90 points, or 1.11 per cent, from its previous close. Global markets Prospects of tighter lockdowns in Germany and France as well as new Covid-19 restrictions in China cut into optimism about a global economic recovery. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.5 per cent. The German DAX was down 0.5 per cent and France's CAC 40 fell 0.6 per cent. UK's FTSE 100 also declined 0.6 per cent despite data showing that Britain’s economy recorded a smaller-than-expected contraction in November. Meanwhile, Asian stocks had initially firmed on Thursday on a report that the stimulus package could be as big as $2 trillion, much more than markets were expecting. However, shares later erased gains with MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan down 0.59 per cent. Chinese blue-chips shed 0.97 per cent amid worries over rising COVID-19 cases in China, and after the Chinese central bank drained liquidity from the country's banking system, suggesting a tightening bias in monetary policy. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends 549 points lower, as global mood changes confidence 

Domestic Stock Markets saw a volatile trading session on Wednesday with Sensex and Nifty setting fresh highs and then erasing them, only to close flat.

At close, the S&amp;P BSE Sensex was at 49,492 levels, down 25 points or 0.05 per cent. Individually, M&amp;M jumped nearly 6 per cent on the BSE today and re-entered the Rs 1-trillion m-cap club. At close, its market cap stood at Rs 1.02 trillion on the BSE.

The Nifty held the 14,550-mark and closed at 14,565 level, up 1.4 points or 0.1 per cent.

Global markets

Asian stocks rose on Wednesday, tracking modest Wall Street gains, as expectations that a vaccine will eventually win the battle against the coronavirus fuelled recovery hopes, while tight supply expectations pushed oil prices to a one-year high.

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.61 per cent, while Japan's Nikkei 225 ended 1.04 per cent higher. South Korea's KOSPI gained 0.7 per cent, and Australia's S&amp;P/ASX 200 reversed losses and added 0.11 per cent at close. China's Shanghai Composite, however, ended 0.27 per cent down.

In Europe, stocks were little changed on Wednesday as a profit warning from Danish wind farm developer Orsted hit utilities, while French grocer Carrefour jumped following merger talks. the pan-European STOXX 600 index rose just 0.1 per cent, as utilities were a drag after Orsted slumped 7.5 per cent on warning a return to more normal wind speeds this year would hit operating earnings.

The German DAX remained muted as Health Minister Jens Spahn said the country will not be able to lift all restrictions imposed to curb the spread of the coronavirus at the beginning of February.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic Stock Markets saw a volatile trading session on Wednesday with Sensex and Nifty setting fresh highs and then erasing them, only to close flat. At close, the S&P BSE Sensex was at 49,492 levels, down 25 points or 0.

Domestic Stock Markets saw a volatile trading session on Wednesday with Sensex and Nifty setting fresh highs and then erasing them, only to close flat. At close, the S&P BSE Sensex was at 49,492 levels, down 25 points or 0.05 per cent. Individually, M&M jumped nearly 6 per cent on the BSE today and re-entered the Rs 1-trillion m-cap club. At close, its market cap stood at Rs 1.02 trillion on the BSE. The Nifty held the 14,550-mark and closed at 14,565 level, up 1.4 points or 0.1 per cent. Global markets Asian stocks rose on Wednesday, tracking modest Wall Street gains, as expectations that a vaccine will eventually win the battle against the coronavirus fuelled recovery hopes, while tight supply expectations pushed oil prices to a one-year high. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.61 per cent, while Japan's Nikkei 225 ended 1.04 per cent higher. South Korea's KOSPI gained 0.7 per cent, and Australia's S&P/ASX 200 reversed losses and added 0.11 per cent at close. China's Shanghai Composite, however, ended 0.27 per cent down. In Europe, stocks were little changed on Wednesday as a profit warning from Danish wind farm developer Orsted hit utilities, while French grocer Carrefour jumped following merger talks. the pan-European STOXX 600 index rose just 0.1 per cent, as utilities were a drag after Orsted slumped 7.5 per cent on warning a return to more normal wind speeds this year would hit operating earnings. The German DAX remained muted as Health Minister Jens Spahn said the country will not be able to lift all restrictions imposed to curb the spread of the coronavirus at the beginning of February. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex, Nifty end flat after volatile trading session

Domestic equity benchmark indices surged to new peaks as sentiment was boosted by a positive start to the quarterly earnings season and the commencement of vaccinations in the nation this week.

Frontline Sensex hit a record peak of 49,304 in the intra-day deals today before settling 486.8 points, or 1 per cent, higher at 49,269.32 levels. On the NSE, the Nifty50 ended at record closing peak of 14,484.75 levels, adding 137.5 points or 0.96 per cent today. Earlier today, the index touched lifetime high of 14,498.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the rupee depreciated by 16 paise to close at 73.40 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, tracking a rebound in the American currency overseas.

At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 73.47 against the US dollar and witnessed an intra-day high of 73.37 and a low of 73.50.

The local unit finally settled at 73.40, registering a fall of 16 paise over its previous close.

Global markets

European stocks slipped from over 10-month highs on Monday as investors booked profits after a strong week, while surging coronavirus cases across the continent and mainland China dragged down energy and mining stocks.

The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.1 per cent, with Germany's DAX index shedding 0.4 per cent and France's CAC 40 down 0.2 per cent.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic equity benchmark indices surged to new peaks as sentiment was boosted by a positive start to the quarterly earnings season and the commencement of vaccinations in the nation this week.

Domestic equity benchmark indices surged to new peaks as sentiment was boosted by a positive start to the quarterly earnings season and the commencement of vaccinations in the nation this week. Frontline Sensex hit a record peak of 49,304 in the intra-day deals today before settling 486.8 points, or 1 per cent, higher at 49,269.32 levels. On the NSE, the Nifty50 ended at record closing peak of 14,484.75 levels, adding 137.5 points or 0.96 per cent today. Earlier today, the index touched lifetime high of 14,498. Meanwhile, the rupee depreciated by 16 paise to close at 73.40 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, tracking a rebound in the American currency overseas. At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 73.47 against the US dollar and witnessed an intra-day high of 73.37 and a low of 73.50. The local unit finally settled at 73.40, registering a fall of 16 paise over its previous close. Global markets European stocks slipped from over 10-month highs on Monday as investors booked profits after a strong week, while surging coronavirus cases across the continent and mainland China dragged down energy and mining stocks. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.1 per cent, with Germany's DAX index shedding 0.4 per cent and France's CAC 40 down 0.2 per cent. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex gains 486 points, ends above 49,250, Nifty tops 14,450

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty rallied more than 1 percent to end at record high levels on Friday.&nbsp;

The Sensex surged 689.19 points or, 1.43 percent, to end at 48,782.51, while the Nifty closed at 14,347.25, up 209.90 points, or 1.48 percent.&nbsp;

In the mid-cap space, S&amp;P BSE MidCap index, though underperformed the frontline index, settled 1 per cent higher at 19,138.7 level after hitting a record peak of 19,161 earlier in the day. The S&amp;P BSE SmallCap index, on the other hand, ended at 18,908.59 levels, up 0.72 per cent.

Global markets

European stocks rose on Friday, with Germany’s DAX hitting a record high on the back of better-than-expected economic data and encouraging earnings updates from chipmakers.

The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.7% and was on track for a more than 3% weekly gain, with hopes of more US stimulus boosting economically sensitive sectors such as miners, oil &amp; gas and banks. Germany’s DAX index jumped 0.8% after data showed both industrial output and exports rose more than expected in November.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty rallied more than 1 percent to end at record high levels on Friday. The Sensex surged 689.19 points or, 1.43 percent, to end at 48,782.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty rallied more than 1 percent to end at record high levels on Friday. The Sensex surged 689.19 points or, 1.43 percent, to end at 48,782.51, while the Nifty closed at 14,347.25, up 209.90 points, or 1.48 percent. In the mid-cap space, S&P BSE MidCap index, though underperformed the frontline index, settled 1 per cent higher at 19,138.7 level after hitting a record peak of 19,161 earlier in the day. The S&P BSE SmallCap index, on the other hand, ended at 18,908.59 levels, up 0.72 per cent. Global markets European stocks rose on Friday, with Germany’s DAX hitting a record high on the back of better-than-expected economic data and encouraging earnings updates from chipmakers. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.7% and was on track for a more than 3% weekly gain, with hopes of more US stimulus boosting economically sensitive sectors such as miners, oil & gas and banks. Germany’s DAX index jumped 0.8% after data showed both industrial output and exports rose more than expected in November. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex jumps 689 points, Nifty settles above 14,300

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty erased day's gains to end lower Thursday afternoon dragged by selling in FMCG, IT and pharma stocks.&nbsp;

At close, the S&amp;P BSE Sensex was quoting at 48,093 levels, down 81 points or 0.17 per cent, amid sell off in information technology and FMCG stocks. Bharti Airtel (up 3.6 per cent) was the top gainer on the Sensex, followed by IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, L&amp;T, and HDFC. On the other hand, Hindustan Unilever, Titan, Nestle, Infosys, and ITC ended between 1.5 per cent and 2 per cent lower.

The broader Nifty50, on the other hand, closed 9 points, or 0.06 per cent, lower at 14,137 levels. Out of the total 50 constituents, 27 advances on the Nifty while 23 ended the day in the red. The Nifty50 index hit a new peak of 14,256.25 in the morning deals.

Global markets

Global stocks rose on Thursday, reversing losses incurred on Wednesday. Europe's Euro STOXX 600 gained 0.3 per cent, with indices in Frankfurt and Paris up 0.4 per cent and 0.6 per cent, respectively.&nbsp;

The MSCI world equity index, which tracks shares in almost 50 countries, rose 0.3 per cent.

Earlier, MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.6 per cent and Japan's Nikkei hit its highest since 1990.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty erased day's gains to end lower Thursday afternoon dragged by selling in FMCG, IT and pharma stocks. At close, the S&P BSE Sensex was quoting at 48,093 levels, down 81 points or 0.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty erased day's gains to end lower Thursday afternoon dragged by selling in FMCG, IT and pharma stocks. At close, the S&P BSE Sensex was quoting at 48,093 levels, down 81 points or 0.17 per cent, amid sell off in information technology and FMCG stocks. Bharti Airtel (up 3.6 per cent) was the top gainer on the Sensex, followed by IndusInd Bank, Axis Bank, L&T, and HDFC. On the other hand, Hindustan Unilever, Titan, Nestle, Infosys, and ITC ended between 1.5 per cent and 2 per cent lower. The broader Nifty50, on the other hand, closed 9 points, or 0.06 per cent, lower at 14,137 levels. Out of the total 50 constituents, 27 advances on the Nifty while 23 ended the day in the red. The Nifty50 index hit a new peak of 14,256.25 in the morning deals. Global markets Global stocks rose on Thursday, reversing losses incurred on Wednesday. Europe's Euro STOXX 600 gained 0.3 per cent, with indices in Frankfurt and Paris up 0.4 per cent and 0.6 per cent, respectively. The MSCI world equity index, which tracks shares in almost 50 countries, rose 0.3 per cent. Earlier, MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.6 per cent and Japan's Nikkei hit its highest since 1990. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex falls for second straight day, Nifty ends below 14,150

The Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended lower Wednesday dragged by selling in IT and FMCG stocks amid mixed global cues.

The benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex tanked 264 points, or 0.54 per cent, to settle the day at 48,174 levels. In the intra-day session, the index had slumped 750 points from fresh record high of 48,616 levels to hit a low of 47,864.

ITC and Reliance Industries skid 3 per cent each on the BSE, ending the day as top drags. Other large-caps, down up to 2 per cent, were Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, HCL Tech, and TCS.

The NSE's Nifty50, meanwhile, slipped below the 14,150-mark and ended the session at 14,146, down 53 points or 0.38 per cent. From the new peak of 14,244, the index dropped 200 points to hit a low of 14,040.

Nifty IT and Nifty FMCG indices were the top sectoral losers on the NSE, down over 1 per cent each. On the contrary, Nifty Metal index managed to close 1 per cent higher.

In the broader market, the S&amp;P BSE MidCap index ended the day in the green, up 0.4 per cent at 18,749 level. However, the S&amp;P BSE SmallCap index closed at 18,614 level, down 0.14 per cent.

Global markets

European stocks edged higher on Wednesday, led by economically sensitive sectors such as banks and energy. The pan-European STOXX 600 index was up 0.2 per cent, while UK's FTSE 100 rose 0.7 per cent, and Germany's DAX gained 0.2 per cent.

In Asia, Japan's Nikkei ended 0.4 per cent lower, South Korea's Kospi lost 0.75 per cent, and Australia's S&amp;P/200 index declined 1.1 per cent.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended lower Wednesday dragged by selling in IT and FMCG stocks amid mixed global cues. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex tanked 264 points, or 0.

The Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended lower Wednesday dragged by selling in IT and FMCG stocks amid mixed global cues. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex tanked 264 points, or 0.54 per cent, to settle the day at 48,174 levels. In the intra-day session, the index had slumped 750 points from fresh record high of 48,616 levels to hit a low of 47,864. ITC and Reliance Industries skid 3 per cent each on the BSE, ending the day as top drags. Other large-caps, down up to 2 per cent, were Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, HCL Tech, and TCS. The NSE's Nifty50, meanwhile, slipped below the 14,150-mark and ended the session at 14,146, down 53 points or 0.38 per cent. From the new peak of 14,244, the index dropped 200 points to hit a low of 14,040. Nifty IT and Nifty FMCG indices were the top sectoral losers on the NSE, down over 1 per cent each. On the contrary, Nifty Metal index managed to close 1 per cent higher. In the broader market, the S&P BSE MidCap index ended the day in the green, up 0.4 per cent at 18,749 level. However, the S&P BSE SmallCap index closed at 18,614 level, down 0.14 per cent. Global markets European stocks edged higher on Wednesday, led by economically sensitive sectors such as banks and energy. The pan-European STOXX 600 index was up 0.2 per cent, while UK's FTSE 100 rose 0.7 per cent, and Germany's DAX gained 0.2 per cent. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei ended 0.4 per cent lower, South Korea's Kospi lost 0.75 per cent, and Australia's S&P/200 index declined 1.1 per cent. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex plunges over 260 points, Nifty ends below 14,150 

The frontline S&amp;P BSE Sensex ended the choppy session near record-high levels on Tuesday.

BSE Sensex closed at 48,437.78, up 261 points, or 0.54 per cent while the 50-stock NSE Nifty ended at 14,199. Axis Bank shares jumped 6.48% to end as the top Sensex gainer, followed by HDFC, IndusInd Bank, and TCS.&nbsp;

Broader markets outperformed benchmark indices once again. Among Nifty sectoral indices, only Nifty Auto, Nifty Metal and Nifty Realty ended with losses. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Global markets

Asian shares edged lower on Tuesday amid uncertainty about Senate runoffs in Georgia. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.05 per cent, pulling back from a record high. Australian stocks fell 0.26 per cent. Chinese shares erased early losses and rose 0.52 per cent.

Japanese shares lost 0.34 per cent after a spokesman said the government will reach a decision on a state of emergency for Tokyo and surrounding cities on Thursday to curb coronavirus infections.&nbsp;

In Europe, stocks slipped as losses in defensive sectors offset gains in oil and retail stocks. The pan-European STOXX 600 index was down 0.2 per cent.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The frontline S&P BSE Sensex ended the choppy session near record-high levels on Tuesday. BSE Sensex closed at 48,437.78, up 261 points, or 0.54 per cent while the 50-stock NSE Nifty ended at 14,199.

The frontline S&P BSE Sensex ended the choppy session near record-high levels on Tuesday. BSE Sensex closed at 48,437.78, up 261 points, or 0.54 per cent while the 50-stock NSE Nifty ended at 14,199. Axis Bank shares jumped 6.48% to end as the top Sensex gainer, followed by HDFC, IndusInd Bank, and TCS. Broader markets outperformed benchmark indices once again. Among Nifty sectoral indices, only Nifty Auto, Nifty Metal and Nifty Realty ended with losses. Global markets Asian shares edged lower on Tuesday amid uncertainty about Senate runoffs in Georgia. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.05 per cent, pulling back from a record high. Australian stocks fell 0.26 per cent. Chinese shares erased early losses and rose 0.52 per cent. Japanese shares lost 0.34 per cent after a spokesman said the government will reach a decision on a state of emergency for Tokyo and surrounding cities on Thursday to curb coronavirus infections. In Europe, stocks slipped as losses in defensive sectors offset gains in oil and retail stocks. The pan-European STOXX 600 index was down 0.2 per cent. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex closes 261 points higher, Nifty just shy of 14,200

Domestic stock market clinched fresh record highs in the intra-day session on Friday on sustained bullish momentum in the markets.&nbsp;

Frontline S&amp;P BSE Sensex nearly reached the 48,000-mark when it hit a fresh lifetime high of 47,980 levels. Its NSE counterpart, Nifty50, on the other hand touched a new peak of 14,050.

The indices, however, climbed-off record highs and settled the day around 0.2 per cent higher. The Sensex index ended the day at 47,869 levels, up 117.65 points or 0.25 per cent.&nbsp;

ITC (up 2.3 per cent), TCS, M&amp;M, and State Bank of India (SBI) were the top index gainers, while ICICI Bank (down 1.3 per cent), HDFC Bank, and Titan were the top drags on the index.

Nifty50 closed the day at fresh closing high, above the 14,000-mark, at 14,018.5 levels, up 37 points or 0.26 per cent.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market clinched fresh record highs in the intra-day session on Friday on sustained bullish momentum in the markets. Frontline S&P BSE Sensex nearly reached the 48,000-mark when it hit a fresh lifetime high of 47,980 levels.

Domestic stock market clinched fresh record highs in the intra-day session on Friday on sustained bullish momentum in the markets. Frontline S&P BSE Sensex nearly reached the 48,000-mark when it hit a fresh lifetime high of 47,980 levels. Its NSE counterpart, Nifty50, on the other hand touched a new peak of 14,050. The indices, however, climbed-off record highs and settled the day around 0.2 per cent higher. The Sensex index ended the day at 47,869 levels, up 117.65 points or 0.25 per cent. ITC (up 2.3 per cent), TCS, M&M, and State Bank of India (SBI) were the top index gainers, while ICICI Bank (down 1.3 per cent), HDFC Bank, and Titan were the top drags on the index. Nifty50 closed the day at fresh closing high, above the 14,000-mark, at 14,018.5 levels, up 37 points or 0.26 per cent. (With inputs from agencies)

Nifty closes above 14,000 for the first time ever, Sensex up 118 points

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty traded higher Friday led by gains in banks and IT stocks.&nbsp;

Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks with Nifty Smallcap100 and Nifty Midcap100 trading 0.7 per cent higher each.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex was up 200 points at 47,950 levels and testing the 48,000-mark. Meanwhile, the Nifty50 index was trading above the 14,000-mark.

Sensex opened at 47,785.28 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 47,946.66 and a low of 47,771.15 points.

The top gainers on the Sensex so far were Mahindra &amp; Mahindra, TCS and UltraTech Cement, while the major losers were Sun Pharmaceutical, ICICI Bank and Tata Steel.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty traded higher Friday led by gains in banks and IT stocks. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks with Nifty Smallcap100 and Nifty Midcap100 trading 0.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty traded higher Friday led by gains in banks and IT stocks. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks with Nifty Smallcap100 and Nifty Midcap100 trading 0.7 per cent higher each. The S&P BSE Sensex was up 200 points at 47,950 levels and testing the 48,000-mark. Meanwhile, the Nifty50 index was trading above the 14,000-mark. Sensex opened at 47,785.28 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 47,946.66 and a low of 47,771.15 points. The top gainers on the Sensex so far were Mahindra & Mahindra, TCS and UltraTech Cement, while the major losers were Sun Pharmaceutical, ICICI Bank and Tata Steel. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex trades higher, Nifty above 14,000; financials, IT stocks lead

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended at record levels on Wednesday led by gains in metal and auto stocks.&nbsp;

Sensex ended the session 133 points, or 0.28 per cent, higher at 47,746. The index hit an intra-day high and low of 47,808 and 47,358, respectively.&nbsp;

The broader Nifty50 index ended the session at 13,981.&nbsp;

The index came close to hitting the 14,000-mark in intra-day, but could only hit a high of 13,997. 
 
Among sectors, Nifty Auto, Nifty Metal and Nifty Realty ended over 1 percent each. Ending in the red was Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty pharma.&nbsp;

Other Asian shares hit record highs as hopes of a strong economic recovery next year and little sign of policymakers winding back massive stimulus efforts fuelled global risk appetite.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended at record levels on Wednesday led by gains in metal and auto stocks. Sensex ended the session 133 points, or 0.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended at record levels on Wednesday led by gains in metal and auto stocks. Sensex ended the session 133 points, or 0.28 per cent, higher at 47,746. The index hit an intra-day high and low of 47,808 and 47,358, respectively. The broader Nifty50 index ended the session at 13,981. The index came close to hitting the 14,000-mark in intra-day, but could only hit a high of 13,997. Among sectors, Nifty Auto, Nifty Metal and Nifty Realty ended over 1 percent each. Ending in the red was Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty pharma. Other Asian shares hit record highs as hopes of a strong economic recovery next year and little sign of policymakers winding back massive stimulus efforts fuelled global risk appetite. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex ends 133 points higher; Nifty above 13,950

Indian equity markets have opened with a positive bias, extending their gains for the fifth straight day. Sentiment across the Asia Pacific is largely positive after U.S. equities surged to a record high overnight.

Sensex gained 310 points at 47,660 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around 13,960 zone, inching closer to the landmark of 14,000. IndusInd Bank (up 2%), HCL Tech, Axis Bank, and State Bank of India (up 1%) were among the top Sensex gainers.

The Nifty sectoral indices were painted green, with the Nifty Bank index, up 1 per cent, leading the gainers.

The broader markets tracked the gains in their benchmark peers, with the S&amp;P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices trading 0.6 per cent and 0.8 per cent higher, respectively.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian equity markets have opened with a positive bias, extending their gains for the fifth straight day. Sentiment across the Asia Pacific is largely positive after U.

Indian equity markets have opened with a positive bias, extending their gains for the fifth straight day. Sentiment across the Asia Pacific is largely positive after U.S. equities surged to a record high overnight. Sensex gained 310 points at 47,660 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around 13,960 zone, inching closer to the landmark of 14,000. IndusInd Bank (up 2%), HCL Tech, Axis Bank, and State Bank of India (up 1%) were among the top Sensex gainers. The Nifty sectoral indices were painted green, with the Nifty Bank index, up 1 per cent, leading the gainers. The broader markets tracked the gains in their benchmark peers, with the S&P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices trading 0.6 per cent and 0.8 per cent higher, respectively. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex and Nifty trade at fresh record highs

Domestic equity market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty ended over 1 per cent higher Thursday led by gains in banking and pharma stocks amid positive global cues. 
 
BSE Sensex surges 529 points to end at 46,973, while the broader Nifty 50 index jumped 148 points to settle at 13,749. Out of 30 Sensex stocks, 20 shares ended in the green, led by Sun Pharma which jumped 3.22 per cent.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Indian rupee hit the 77/$ mark earlier in the year. The fall in INR is understandable given the economic uncertainties and fall in growth rate that led to global investors rush to the greenback which is considered as a safe haven.&nbsp;

The depreciating rupee has had a positive impact on Indian exporters, IT companies. The Indian rupee has depreciated over 3.5% (YTD) in the year 2020.&nbsp;

This will be the third straight year of decline for the INR. It is one of the worst years for the Indian Rupee among its Asian peers.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Domestic equity market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty ended over 1 per cent higher Thursday led by gains in banking and pharma stocks amid positive global cues.

Domestic equity market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty ended over 1 per cent higher Thursday led by gains in banking and pharma stocks amid positive global cues. BSE Sensex surges 529 points to end at 46,973, while the broader Nifty 50 index jumped 148 points to settle at 13,749. Out of 30 Sensex stocks, 20 shares ended in the green, led by Sun Pharma which jumped 3.22 per cent. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee hit the 77/$ mark earlier in the year. The fall in INR is understandable given the economic uncertainties and fall in growth rate that led to global investors rush to the greenback which is considered as a safe haven. The depreciating rupee has had a positive impact on Indian exporters, IT companies. The Indian rupee has depreciated over 3.5% (YTD) in the year 2020. This will be the third straight year of decline for the INR. It is one of the worst years for the Indian Rupee among its Asian peers. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex jumps 529 points, Nifty ends at 13,749

Stock market indices witnessed a sharp recovery to end 1 per cent higher on Tuesday led by robust buying in IT and pharma stocks.&nbsp;

The benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex rebounded 895 points from day's low and settled 453 points or 0.99 per cent, higher at 46,007 levels on the BSE. The index had earlier hit an intra-day low of 45,112.&nbsp;

HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and PowerGrid were the top gainers on the 30-share index while HDFC, Bajaj Finance, and IndusInd Bank ended the day as top laggards.

The broader Nifty50, on the other hand, clawed back above the 13,400-mark and closed at 13,466 level, up 138 points or 1.03 per cent. From the day's low of 13,192, the index settled 274 points higher.

Global markets

European stocks steadied on Tuesday, after heavy losses a day earlier sparked by fears over a highly infectious new strain of Covid-19.

The broad Euro STOXX 600 gained 1.2%, on course for its biggest one-day jump in over five weeks. German and French indexes both added 1.3%. London’s blue chips turned positive, too, recovering early losses.

Earlier, MSCI's gauge of Asia Pacific stocks outside Japan fell 0.8%, dragged down by Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index and China's benchmark CSI300 Index.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Stock market indices witnessed a sharp recovery to end 1 per cent higher on Tuesday led by robust buying in IT and pharma stocks. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex rebounded 895 points from day's low and settled 453 points or 0.

Stock market indices witnessed a sharp recovery to end 1 per cent higher on Tuesday led by robust buying in IT and pharma stocks. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex rebounded 895 points from day's low and settled 453 points or 0.99 per cent, higher at 46,007 levels on the BSE. The index had earlier hit an intra-day low of 45,112. HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and PowerGrid were the top gainers on the 30-share index while HDFC, Bajaj Finance, and IndusInd Bank ended the day as top laggards. The broader Nifty50, on the other hand, clawed back above the 13,400-mark and closed at 13,466 level, up 138 points or 1.03 per cent. From the day's low of 13,192, the index settled 274 points higher. Global markets European stocks steadied on Tuesday, after heavy losses a day earlier sparked by fears over a highly infectious new strain of Covid-19. The broad Euro STOXX 600 gained 1.2%, on course for its biggest one-day jump in over five weeks. German and French indexes both added 1.3%. London’s blue chips turned positive, too, recovering early losses. Earlier, MSCI's gauge of Asia Pacific stocks outside Japan fell 0.8%, dragged down by Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index and China's benchmark CSI300 Index. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex reclaims 46,000, Nifty gains 1% to end above 13,450 level

Sensex and Nifty opened at record highs led by IT heavyweights but soon slipped under slight pressure in Friday's early trade in their opening deals, with the Sensex hitting 47,000 level for the first time ever.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex was down 100 points at 46,799, after hitting an intra-day high of 47,026. The broader Nifty50 index fell below the 13,750-mark. 
 
IT stocks lead the way for the gainers, with HCL Tech and Infosys (both up 2%) being the top gainers, followed by TCS and Tech Mahindra (both up 1%).

The Nifty sectoral indices were mixed, with the Nifty IT index, up 2 per cent, leading the list of gainers.

In the broader markets, the S&amp;P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were down 0.2 per cent and 0.3 per cent, respectively.

(With inputs from agencies)

Sensex and Nifty opened at record highs led by IT heavyweights but soon slipped under slight pressure in Friday's early trade in their opening deals, with the Sensex hitting 47,000 level for the first time ever.

Sensex and Nifty opened at record highs led by IT heavyweights but soon slipped under slight pressure in Friday's early trade in their opening deals, with the Sensex hitting 47,000 level for the first time ever. The S&P BSE Sensex was down 100 points at 46,799, after hitting an intra-day high of 47,026. The broader Nifty50 index fell below the 13,750-mark. IT stocks lead the way for the gainers, with HCL Tech and Infosys (both up 2%) being the top gainers, followed by TCS and Tech Mahindra (both up 1%). The Nifty sectoral indices were mixed, with the Nifty IT index, up 2 per cent, leading the list of gainers. In the broader markets, the S&P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were down 0.2 per cent and 0.3 per cent, respectively. (With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices slip after hitting new high

Domestic stock market indices posted their longest run of weekly gains since April 2019, ending higher for seven straight weeks. Today's session was rangebound, with both the benchmarks ending little changed.

The benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex settled the day at the fresh closing peak of 46,961 levels, up 70 points or 0.15 per cent. The index hit a record high of 47,026 in the opening deals but erased gains on sell-off in large private banks, metals and realty stocks.

At close, Infosys, Bajaj Auto, State Bank of India (SBI), and ICICI Bank (up between 1.4 per cent and 2.6 per cent) were the top gainers while IndusInd Bank, HDFC Bank, ONGC, and Maruti Suzuki ended the day as top laggards.

The Nifty50 index, on the other hand, ended at 13,760.5 levels, up 20 points or 0.14 per cent.&nbsp;

On a weekly basis, both, the Sensex and Nifty indices have advanced nearly 2 per cent.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices posted their longest run of weekly gains since April 2019, ending higher for seven straight weeks. Today's session was rangebound, with both the benchmarks ending little changed.

Domestic stock market indices posted their longest run of weekly gains since April 2019, ending higher for seven straight weeks. Today's session was rangebound, with both the benchmarks ending little changed. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex settled the day at the fresh closing peak of 46,961 levels, up 70 points or 0.15 per cent. The index hit a record high of 47,026 in the opening deals but erased gains on sell-off in large private banks, metals and realty stocks. At close, Infosys, Bajaj Auto, State Bank of India (SBI), and ICICI Bank (up between 1.4 per cent and 2.6 per cent) were the top gainers while IndusInd Bank, HDFC Bank, ONGC, and Maruti Suzuki ended the day as top laggards. The Nifty50 index, on the other hand, ended at 13,760.5 levels, up 20 points or 0.14 per cent. On a weekly basis, both, the Sensex and Nifty indices have advanced nearly 2 per cent. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex ends choppy trade 70 points higher, Nifty tops 13,750

Domestic equity markets managed to register yet another record high in today's session, led by private financials and pharma stocks.

At the index level, the benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex settled at a fresh closing peak of 46,890, adding 224 points or 0.48 per cent. In the intra-day deals, the index nearly kissed the 47,000-mark and hit a lifetime high of 46,992.

Global markets

Asian stocks scaled record heights while the dollar plumbed two-year lows and oil prices hit their strongest since March on Thursday, as monetary support and the hope of fiscal stimulus in the United States put traders in a festive mood.

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan hit record-high and ended 0.4 per cent higher. Japan's Nikkei, meanwhile, settled 0.18 per cent to sit just shy of a 29-year peak.

In Europe, shares remained at 10-month highs as potential Covid-19 vaccine rollouts in Europe strengthened the case for a global economic recovery. Germany's DAX climbed 1 per cent to hit its highest since February, while the pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.5 per cent, both extending gains to a fourth straight session.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic equity markets managed to register yet another record high in today's session, led by private financials and pharma stocks. At the index level, the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex settled at a fresh closing peak of 46,890, adding 224 points or 0.

Domestic equity markets managed to register yet another record high in today's session, led by private financials and pharma stocks. At the index level, the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex settled at a fresh closing peak of 46,890, adding 224 points or 0.48 per cent. In the intra-day deals, the index nearly kissed the 47,000-mark and hit a lifetime high of 46,992. Global markets Asian stocks scaled record heights while the dollar plumbed two-year lows and oil prices hit their strongest since March on Thursday, as monetary support and the hope of fiscal stimulus in the United States put traders in a festive mood. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan hit record-high and ended 0.4 per cent higher. Japan's Nikkei, meanwhile, settled 0.18 per cent to sit just shy of a 29-year peak. In Europe, shares remained at 10-month highs as potential Covid-19 vaccine rollouts in Europe strengthened the case for a global economic recovery. Germany's DAX climbed 1 per cent to hit its highest since February, while the pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.5 per cent, both extending gains to a fourth straight session. (With inputs from Reuters)

Indices clock new highs: Sensex jumps 224 points, Nifty ends at 13,740

Domestic stock market indices ended at a record close on Wednesday boosted by buying across all sectors. Gains were mainly led by realty, auto, IT and metal indices.

The Sensex ended 403 points higher at a record close of 46,666 while the Nifty rose 115 points to its closing high of 12,683.

HDFC, HDFC Bank, TCS, Infosys, and Bharti Airtel were the top contributors to the Sensex's gain today.&nbsp;

On the NSE, the broader Nifty50 index closed the day at a record level of 13,682.70, up 115 points, or 0.85 per cent. In the intra-day trade, the index scaled an all-time peak of 13,692.35. &nbsp;

Global markets

In Europe, shares extended gains to a third straight session on Wednesday on rising hopes of a Brexit trade deal and the possible roll-out of a Covid-19 vaccine in the continent before the new year.&nbsp;

In commodities, Oil prices fell on a surprise gain in crude oil inventories in the United States and on persistent investor worries about demand for fuel being squeezed amid tighter lockdowns in Europe to counter the coronavirus pandemic.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic stock market indices ended at a record close on Wednesday boosted by buying across all sectors. Gains were mainly led by realty, auto, IT and metal indices.

Domestic stock market indices ended at a record close on Wednesday boosted by buying across all sectors. Gains were mainly led by realty, auto, IT and metal indices. The Sensex ended 403 points higher at a record close of 46,666 while the Nifty rose 115 points to its closing high of 12,683. HDFC, HDFC Bank, TCS, Infosys, and Bharti Airtel were the top contributors to the Sensex's gain today. On the NSE, the broader Nifty50 index closed the day at a record level of 13,682.70, up 115 points, or 0.85 per cent. In the intra-day trade, the index scaled an all-time peak of 13,692.35. Global markets In Europe, shares extended gains to a third straight session on Wednesday on rising hopes of a Brexit trade deal and the possible roll-out of a Covid-19 vaccine in the continent before the new year. In commodities, Oil prices fell on a surprise gain in crude oil inventories in the United States and on persistent investor worries about demand for fuel being squeezed amid tighter lockdowns in Europe to counter the coronavirus pandemic. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends at record peak of 46,666, Nifty tops 13,650

Stock markets trimmed losses to end flat on Tuesday led by gains in heavyweights Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, HDFC Bank and HDFC.&nbsp;

However, the decline in RIL, ICICI Bank, HUL, Infosys and TCS capped the gains.&nbsp;

The Sensex ended 10 points higher at 46,263 while the Nifty rose 10 points to settle at 13,568. Meanwhile, broader markets outperformed benchmarks with the midcap index up 0.5 per cent and small-cap index up 0.2 per cent.&nbsp;

Globally, shares in Asia retreated after a mixed trade session on Wall Street.

Back home, disappointing macroeconomic inflation data and about of profit bookings led to a sharp decline.

(With inputs from agencies)

Stock markets trimmed losses to end flat on Tuesday led by gains in heavyweights Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, HDFC Bank and HDFC. However, the decline in RIL, ICICI Bank, HUL, Infosys and TCS capped the gains.

Stock markets trimmed losses to end flat on Tuesday led by gains in heavyweights Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, HDFC Bank and HDFC. However, the decline in RIL, ICICI Bank, HUL, Infosys and TCS capped the gains. The Sensex ended 10 points higher at 46,263 while the Nifty rose 10 points to settle at 13,568. Meanwhile, broader markets outperformed benchmarks with the midcap index up 0.5 per cent and small-cap index up 0.2 per cent. Globally, shares in Asia retreated after a mixed trade session on Wall Street. Back home, disappointing macroeconomic inflation data and about of profit bookings led to a sharp decline. (With inputs from agencies)

Indices volatile: Sensex ends flat, Nifty holds 13,550

Domestic equity market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 were trading higher on Monday.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex hovered around 46,100 levels. Earlier, the index hit an intra-day high of 46,373. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, slipped near the 13,500-mark.&nbsp;

The Nifty sectoral indices were trading mixed, with Nifty Auto index, down 1 per cent, leading the list of losers.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic equity market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 were trading higher on Monday. The S&P BSE Sensex hovered around 46,100 levels. Earlier, the index hit an intra-day high of 46,373.

Domestic equity market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 were trading higher on Monday. The S&P BSE Sensex hovered around 46,100 levels. Earlier, the index hit an intra-day high of 46,373. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, slipped near the 13,500-mark. The Nifty sectoral indices were trading mixed, with Nifty Auto index, down 1 per cent, leading the list of losers. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex off day’s high, still trade in green, Nifty below 13,550

Indian stock market indices returned to their record-breaking ways after a day's break, logging fresh record highs in Friday's morning deals.

Sensex was trading 247.30 points higher at 46,184.36 and Nifty gained by 67.40 points to 13,545.70. During the session, Sensex hit an all-time high of 46,277 and Nifty too logged a record high of 13,566.

Yesterday, Sensex ended 143 points lower at 45,959 and Nifty fell 50 points to close at 13,478.&nbsp;

Global markets

Overseas, Asian stocks were mixed on Friday as investors kept an eye on negotiations over additional fiscal stimulus in the U.S. In the US, stocks closed little changed on Thursday as lawmakers struggled to push through new fiscal stimulus before year-end. The sentiment was also dampened by the release of weaker-than-expected jobless claims data.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock market indices returned to their record-breaking ways after a day's break, logging fresh record highs in Friday's morning deals. Sensex was trading 247.

Indian stock market indices returned to their record-breaking ways after a day's break, logging fresh record highs in Friday's morning deals. Sensex was trading 247.30 points higher at 46,184.36 and Nifty gained by 67.40 points to 13,545.70. During the session, Sensex hit an all-time high of 46,277 and Nifty too logged a record high of 13,566. Yesterday, Sensex ended 143 points lower at 45,959 and Nifty fell 50 points to close at 13,478. Global markets Overseas, Asian stocks were mixed on Friday as investors kept an eye on negotiations over additional fiscal stimulus in the U.S. In the US, stocks closed little changed on Thursday as lawmakers struggled to push through new fiscal stimulus before year-end. The sentiment was also dampened by the release of weaker-than-expected jobless claims data. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex hits fresh record high, jumps 200 points, Nifty above 13,500

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

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

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

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

Sensex and Nifty were trading with losses on Thursday, following weak global cues and a sell-off in counters such as HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries (RIL), ICICI Bank, Infosys, and HDFC.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex snapped its five-day rally to settle at 45,960 levels, down 144 points, or 0.31 per cent while NSE's Nifty ended at 13,478, down 51 points, or 0.38 per cent, thus breaking the seven-day gaining streak.

&nbsp;Global markets

Asian equities eased from record highs on Thursday as stalled US stimulus talks and a sell-off in tech stocks weighed, while sterling traders sat on a knife’s edge as last-ditch Brexit negotiations yielded only an agreement to keep talking.

In Europe, shares were little changed after a meeting between Britain and EU leaders on a trade deal failed to yield a breakthrough, while a European Central Bank (ECB) decision due later in the day kept investors from making big bets.

In commodities, oil prices rose above $49 a barrel as hopes of a faster demand recovery after the release of Covid-19 vaccines offset a huge rise in US crude inventories that showed supply remains ample.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex and Nifty were trading with losses on Thursday, following weak global cues and a sell-off in counters such as HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries (RIL), ICICI Bank, Infosys, and HDFC.

Sensex and Nifty were trading with losses on Thursday, following weak global cues and a sell-off in counters such as HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries (RIL), ICICI Bank, Infosys, and HDFC. The S&P BSE Sensex snapped its five-day rally to settle at 45,960 levels, down 144 points, or 0.31 per cent while NSE's Nifty ended at 13,478, down 51 points, or 0.38 per cent, thus breaking the seven-day gaining streak. Global markets Asian equities eased from record highs on Thursday as stalled US stimulus talks and a sell-off in tech stocks weighed, while sterling traders sat on a knife’s edge as last-ditch Brexit negotiations yielded only an agreement to keep talking. In Europe, shares were little changed after a meeting between Britain and EU leaders on a trade deal failed to yield a breakthrough, while a European Central Bank (ECB) decision due later in the day kept investors from making big bets. In commodities, oil prices rose above $49 a barrel as hopes of a faster demand recovery after the release of Covid-19 vaccines offset a huge rise in US crude inventories that showed supply remains ample. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends 144 points lower; Nifty below 13,500

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

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

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

Stock market indices hit fresh high; Sensex gains 300 points

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sensex ends 347 points higher, Nifty tops 13,350

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

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

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

Sensex, Nifty at fresh record highs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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