The Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty recovered early losses to end marginally higher Monday amid mixed global cues. Broader markets, smallcap and midcap indices closed lower. Among sectors, selling was seen in metals, private banks, realty and financial services indices, while Nifty IT and Nifty PSU Bank ended in the green.&nbsp;

BSE Sensex gained 76.77 points to end at a record high closing at 52,551.53, while the Nifty 50 index settled above 15,800 for the first time ever, at 15,811.85. Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), Bajaj Finance, Power Grid Corporation of India, ONGC, Infosys, L&amp;T, TCS, SBI were among top Sensex gainers.&nbsp;

However, positive cues from global peers coupled with healthy buying in IT, PSU Bank, and select pharma and FMCG counters, helped the indices end the session in the positive territory.

Global markets

European shares hit a record high on Monday as investors bet on global central banks sticking to an accommodative stance on monetary policy even as the post-pandemic economic recovery gathers pace.

In Asia, investors were seen taking a wait-and-see stance ahead of the Federal Reserve's meeting and economic indicators from the United States and China. Japan's Nikkei gained 0.74 per cent, and South Korea's Kospi added 0.09 per cent. China and Australian markets were shut for holidays.

Meanwhile, futures of all three main Wall Street indices indicated a positive start later in the day.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty recovered early losses to end marginally higher Monday amid mixed global cues. Broader markets, smallcap and midcap indices closed lower.

The Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty recovered early losses to end marginally higher Monday amid mixed global cues. Broader markets, smallcap and midcap indices closed lower. Among sectors, selling was seen in metals, private banks, realty and financial services indices, while Nifty IT and Nifty PSU Bank ended in the green. BSE Sensex gained 76.77 points to end at a record high closing at 52,551.53, while the Nifty 50 index settled above 15,800 for the first time ever, at 15,811.85. Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), Bajaj Finance, Power Grid Corporation of India, ONGC, Infosys, L&T, TCS, SBI were among top Sensex gainers. However, positive cues from global peers coupled with healthy buying in IT, PSU Bank, and select pharma and FMCG counters, helped the indices end the session in the positive territory. Global markets European shares hit a record high on Monday as investors bet on global central banks sticking to an accommodative stance on monetary policy even as the post-pandemic economic recovery gathers pace. In Asia, investors were seen taking a wait-and-see stance ahead of the Federal Reserve's meeting and economic indicators from the United States and China. Japan's Nikkei gained 0.74 per cent, and South Korea's Kospi added 0.09 per cent. China and Australian markets were shut for holidays. Meanwhile, futures of all three main Wall Street indices indicated a positive start later in the day. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex posts record closing, Nifty ends above 15,800 for first time

Domestic stock market indices ended marginally lower on Tuesday dragged mainly by banking, financials and metal stocks. The sentiment was also lower on the back of global inflation worries.&nbsp;

The BSE-barometer of 30 shares ended at 52,275 levels, down 53 points or 0.10 per cent while the Nifty50 shut shop at 15,740-mark, down 11.5 points or 0.07 per cent.

In Asia, Japan's Nikkei ended 0.3 per cent lower, South Korea's Kospi dipped 0.13 per cent, and China's Shanghai Composite ended 0.5 per cent lower.

Meanwhile, the futures of Wall Street's three main indices were mixed. Dow Jones Futures were down 0.04 per cent while Nasdaq Futures were up 0.25 per cent.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic stock market indices ended marginally lower on Tuesday dragged mainly by banking, financials and metal stocks. The sentiment was also lower on the back of global inflation worries.

Domestic stock market indices ended marginally lower on Tuesday dragged mainly by banking, financials and metal stocks. The sentiment was also lower on the back of global inflation worries. The BSE-barometer of 30 shares ended at 52,275 levels, down 53 points or 0.10 per cent while the Nifty50 shut shop at 15,740-mark, down 11.5 points or 0.07 per cent. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei ended 0.3 per cent lower, South Korea's Kospi dipped 0.13 per cent, and China's Shanghai Composite ended 0.5 per cent lower. Meanwhile, the futures of Wall Street's three main indices were mixed. Dow Jones Futures were down 0.04 per cent while Nasdaq Futures were up 0.25 per cent. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex falls 53 points, Nifty ends below 15,750

Indian shares inched higher on Monday, hovering near record highs hit in the previous session, as the downward trend of new coronavirus cases raised hopes of more easing of lockdowns across the country. 
 
The blue-chip NSE Nifty 50 index rose 0.25% at 15,709.20 and the benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex was up 0.15% at 52,171.70 by 0347 GMT, led by metal stocks and public sector banks. 
 
Both the indexes last week gained more than 1% to notch their third straight week of gains. 
 
The Nifty PSU Bank Index, which tracks state-run banks, was up 0.85%, and the Nifty Metal Index gained 1.44%. 
 
The country has continued to see a decline in daily COVID-19 cases, with data from the health ministry over the weekend showing the daily rise in cases stayed below the 200,000 marks for more than a week. 
 
India on Monday reported 100,636 new coronavirus infections over the past 24 hours, while deaths rose by 2,427.

Indian shares inched higher on Monday, hovering near record highs hit in the previous session, as the downward trend of new coronavirus cases raised hopes of more easing of lockdowns across the country.

Indian shares inched higher on Monday, hovering near record highs hit in the previous session, as the downward trend of new coronavirus cases raised hopes of more easing of lockdowns across the country. The blue-chip NSE Nifty 50 index rose 0.25% at 15,709.20 and the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex was up 0.15% at 52,171.70 by 0347 GMT, led by metal stocks and public sector banks. Both the indexes last week gained more than 1% to notch their third straight week of gains. The Nifty PSU Bank Index, which tracks state-run banks, was up 0.85%, and the Nifty Metal Index gained 1.44%. The country has continued to see a decline in daily COVID-19 cases, with data from the health ministry over the weekend showing the daily rise in cases stayed below the 200,000 marks for more than a week. India on Monday reported 100,636 new coronavirus infections over the past 24 hours, while deaths rose by 2,427.

Indian shares near record highs as daily COVID-19 cases fall

The domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher Monday boosted by a rally in IT, banks, auto and FMCG sectors.

S&amp;P BSE Sensex hit the day's high of 52,379 while the Nifty50 touched a record peak of 15,773. While the indices came off highs mildly, they still managed to end about 0.4 per cent higher. By the close, the Sensex index was at 52,328.5 levels, up 228 points and the Nifty50 was at 15,751.6 levels, up 81 points.

Global markets

World shares were range-bound on Monday as markets digested Friday’s disappointing US jobs report and a global tax deal between the G7 group of countries, while also looking ahead to inflation data due this week.

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan slipped 0.05 per cent, Japan's Nikkei edged up 0.3 per cent, while Taiwan stocks lost 0.4 per cent. Chinese blue chips were also off 0.1 per cent.

In Europe, the pan-European STOXX 600 index was flat in early deals.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher Monday boosted by a rally in IT, banks, auto and FMCG sectors. S&P BSE Sensex hit the day's high of 52,379 while the Nifty50 touched a record peak of 15,773.

The domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher Monday boosted by a rally in IT, banks, auto and FMCG sectors. S&P BSE Sensex hit the day's high of 52,379 while the Nifty50 touched a record peak of 15,773. While the indices came off highs mildly, they still managed to end about 0.4 per cent higher. By the close, the Sensex index was at 52,328.5 levels, up 228 points and the Nifty50 was at 15,751.6 levels, up 81 points. Global markets World shares were range-bound on Monday as markets digested Friday’s disappointing US jobs report and a global tax deal between the G7 group of countries, while also looking ahead to inflation data due this week. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan slipped 0.05 per cent, Japan's Nikkei edged up 0.3 per cent, while Taiwan stocks lost 0.4 per cent. Chinese blue chips were also off 0.1 per cent. In Europe, the pan-European STOXX 600 index was flat in early deals. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex jumps 228 points, Nifty ends above 15,750 led by IT, banks

The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange continued to hit new highs and touched a fresh record high of 15,693.15 points on Thursday morning. 
 
The Indian stock market traded in tandem with its Asian peers. 
 
Around 10.30 a.m., Nifty was trading at 15,655.10, higher by 78.90 points or 0.51 per cent from its previous close of 15,576.20. 
 
Manish Hathiramani, technical analyst with Deen Dayal Investments said: "The Index has opened in fine form this morning. We should be targeting the level range of 15,900-16,000. The overall trend is positive and hence any intra-day correction should be positively utilised to enter into long positions." 
 
"A good support lies at 15,300 and as long as we can hold that, there is no concern on the downside of the Nifty," he added. 
 
The BSE Sensex was trading at 52,120.90, higher by 271.42 points or 0.52 per cent from its previous close of 51,849.48. 
 
It opened at 52,121.58 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 52,240.61 and a low of 52,087.60 points. 
 
The top gainers on the Sensex were Titan Company, Kotak Mahindra and ONGC, while the major losers were Bajaj Auto, IndusInd Bank and State Bank of India.

The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange continued to hit new highs and touched a fresh record high of 15,693.15 points on Thursday morning. The Indian stock market traded in tandem with its Asian peers.

The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange continued to hit new highs and touched a fresh record high of 15,693.15 points on Thursday morning. The Indian stock market traded in tandem with its Asian peers. Around 10.30 a.m., Nifty was trading at 15,655.10, higher by 78.90 points or 0.51 per cent from its previous close of 15,576.20. Manish Hathiramani, technical analyst with Deen Dayal Investments said: "The Index has opened in fine form this morning. We should be targeting the level range of 15,900-16,000. The overall trend is positive and hence any intra-day correction should be positively utilised to enter into long positions." "A good support lies at 15,300 and as long as we can hold that, there is no concern on the downside of the Nifty," he added. The BSE Sensex was trading at 52,120.90, higher by 271.42 points or 0.52 per cent from its previous close of 51,849.48. It opened at 52,121.58 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 52,240.61 and a low of 52,087.60 points. The top gainers on the Sensex were Titan Company, Kotak Mahindra and ONGC, while the major losers were Bajaj Auto, IndusInd Bank and State Bank of India.

Nifty record run continues, Sensex cross 52,000

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty recouped losses to end flat on Wednesday. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks as the midcap and smallcap indices closed over a per cent higher each. 
 
Among sectors, strong gains were seen in PSU Banks, metals, auto and realty indices, while Nifty FMCG and Nifty IT ended in the red.

BSE Sensex ended at 51,849 levels, down 85 points or 0.16 per cent, with ITC (down 3 per cent), Asian Paints, HDFC, Axis Bank, Tech M, HCL Tech, and TCS leading the list of losers. This was countered by gains in IndusInd Bank, Reliance Industries, SBI, Power Grid, Bajaj Auto, and Maruti Suzuki, which rallied up to 2 per cent.

On the NSE, the Nifty50 index settled at 15,576 levels, up 1 point. Both the indices hit their respective lows of 51,450 and 15,460 earlier in the day. &nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Indian rupee ended lower at 73.08 per dollar, amid volatility in the domestic equity market. The local currency opened 18 paise lower at 73.08 per dollar against Tuesday's close of 72.90 and traded in the range of 73.04-73.31.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty recouped losses to end flat on Wednesday. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks as the midcap and smallcap indices closed over a per cent higher each.

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty recouped losses to end flat on Wednesday. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks as the midcap and smallcap indices closed over a per cent higher each. Among sectors, strong gains were seen in PSU Banks, metals, auto and realty indices, while Nifty FMCG and Nifty IT ended in the red. BSE Sensex ended at 51,849 levels, down 85 points or 0.16 per cent, with ITC (down 3 per cent), Asian Paints, HDFC, Axis Bank, Tech M, HCL Tech, and TCS leading the list of losers. This was countered by gains in IndusInd Bank, Reliance Industries, SBI, Power Grid, Bajaj Auto, and Maruti Suzuki, which rallied up to 2 per cent. On the NSE, the Nifty50 index settled at 15,576 levels, up 1 point. Both the indices hit their respective lows of 51,450 and 15,460 earlier in the day. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee ended lower at 73.08 per dollar, amid volatility in the domestic equity market. The local currency opened 18 paise lower at 73.08 per dollar against Tuesday's close of 72.90 and traded in the range of 73.04-73.31. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex falls 85 points, Nifty closes flat at 15,576

The Indian stock market indices jumped higher in Monday's late morning deals after a volatile start, with a major contribution from heavyweight Reliance Industries.

BSE Sensex traded around 51,740 levels, up 300 points and the Nifty50 index logged a fresh lifetime high in intra-day deals and topped the 15,500-mark.

At 12 pm, the 30-share BSE index was trading 352 points or 0.68 per cent higher at 51,774.97 in initial deals, and the broader NSE Nifty jumped 98.25 points or 0.64 per cent to 15,533.90.

Healthy buying was witnessed in oil and gas and energy stocks.

Investors' sentiment has improved in recent days due to a steady decline in daily COVID-19 cases in India. Last week, the country reported its lowest daily rise of cases in more than a month.

In the broader Asian market, shares were trying to extend their recent rally to a third week in the hope that U.S. jobs figures show the expected revival in hiring in May and keep the global recovery on track.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian stock market indices jumped higher in Monday's late morning deals after a volatile start, with a major contribution from heavyweight Reliance Industries.

The Indian stock market indices jumped higher in Monday's late morning deals after a volatile start, with a major contribution from heavyweight Reliance Industries. BSE Sensex traded around 51,740 levels, up 300 points and the Nifty50 index logged a fresh lifetime high in intra-day deals and topped the 15,500-mark. At 12 pm, the 30-share BSE index was trading 352 points or 0.68 per cent higher at 51,774.97 in initial deals, and the broader NSE Nifty jumped 98.25 points or 0.64 per cent to 15,533.90. Healthy buying was witnessed in oil and gas and energy stocks. Investors' sentiment has improved in recent days due to a steady decline in daily COVID-19 cases in India. Last week, the country reported its lowest daily rise of cases in more than a month. In the broader Asian market, shares were trying to extend their recent rally to a third week in the hope that U.S. jobs figures show the expected revival in hiring in May and keep the global recovery on track. (With inputs from agencies)

Nifty crosses 15,500 for the first time, Sensex at day's high

Indian stock market indices ended higher Friday with the Nifty posting a record closing high led by gains in financials and metal stocks. The midcap index ended lower. Selling was seen in pharma and IT indices.&nbsp;

By the close, the Sensex index was quoting at 51,423 levels, up 308 points or 0.6 per cent while the Nifty50 was at 15,436-mark, up 98 points or 0.64 per cent.&nbsp;

Among sectors, the Nifty Energy index rose around 1.5 per cent while auto, financial services, metal and FMCG sectors were also in the green.

Reliance Industries was the biggest contributor towards the indices' rally today after the stock clocked its sharpest intra-day rally in two months and zoomed 6.4 per cent.&nbsp;

Global markets

European shares rose to a record high on Friday as UK-exposed financial stocks gained following a hawkish comment from a Bank of England official, with the prospects of increased US fiscal spending boosting market sentiment. That apart, European economic sentiment and consumer confidence data, which is due later in the day, is also expected to show an improvement in May. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock market indices ended higher Friday with the Nifty posting a record closing high led by gains in financials and metal stocks. The midcap index ended lower.

Indian stock market indices ended higher Friday with the Nifty posting a record closing high led by gains in financials and metal stocks. The midcap index ended lower. Selling was seen in pharma and IT indices. By the close, the Sensex index was quoting at 51,423 levels, up 308 points or 0.6 per cent while the Nifty50 was at 15,436-mark, up 98 points or 0.64 per cent. Among sectors, the Nifty Energy index rose around 1.5 per cent while auto, financial services, metal and FMCG sectors were also in the green. Reliance Industries was the biggest contributor towards the indices' rally today after the stock clocked its sharpest intra-day rally in two months and zoomed 6.4 per cent. Global markets European shares rose to a record high on Friday as UK-exposed financial stocks gained following a hawkish comment from a Bank of England official, with the prospects of increased US fiscal spending boosting market sentiment. That apart, European economic sentiment and consumer confidence data, which is due later in the day, is also expected to show an improvement in May. (With inputs from agencies)

Nifty ends at a fresh record high, Sensex at closing high

Indian stock market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended flat with a positive bias on Thursday, led by gains in banking stocks.&nbsp;

BSE Sensex gained 98 points or 0.19 per cent to end at 51,115, while the broader Nifty 50 index jumped 36 points or 0.24 per cent to settle at 15,338.

Global markets

World stocks were pinned down on Thursday as investors awaited US data expected to offer clues on inflation. The Euro STOXX 600 lost 0.2 per cent, with German shares down 0.5 per cent and London's main index making slim losses. France gained 0.1 per cent.

The MSCI world equity index, which tracks shares in 49 countries, was flat. Earlier, MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan clawed back losses to trade flat at 695.37.

Japan's Nikkei, South Korea's Kospi, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng slipped 0.3 per cent, 0.1 per cent, and 0.2 per cent, respectively.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Indian stock market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended flat with a positive bias on Thursday, led by gains in banking stocks. BSE Sensex gained 98 points or 0.

Indian stock market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended flat with a positive bias on Thursday, led by gains in banking stocks. BSE Sensex gained 98 points or 0.19 per cent to end at 51,115, while the broader Nifty 50 index jumped 36 points or 0.24 per cent to settle at 15,338. Global markets World stocks were pinned down on Thursday as investors awaited US data expected to offer clues on inflation. The Euro STOXX 600 lost 0.2 per cent, with German shares down 0.5 per cent and London's main index making slim losses. France gained 0.1 per cent. The MSCI world equity index, which tracks shares in 49 countries, was flat. Earlier, MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan clawed back losses to trade flat at 695.37. Japan's Nikkei, South Korea's Kospi, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng slipped 0.3 per cent, 0.1 per cent, and 0.2 per cent, respectively. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends 98 points higher, Nifty at record closing high

Indian shares extended gains on Tuesday, as investor sentiment remained upbeat due to strong corporate earnings and some decline in domestic cases of the novel coronavirus. 
 
The blue-chip NSE Nifty 50 index rose 0.54% to 15,270.25 by 0355 GMT, while the benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex was 0.48% higher at 50,920.06. 
 
Infosys Ltd and Asian Paints Ltd were the top boosts to the Nifty 50, gaining 0.86% and 2.68%, respectively. 
 
Investors` appetite has been aided by a steady decline in daily COVID-19 cases in India. The country on Tuesday posted 196,427 new cases over the last 24 hours, its lowest daily rise in infections since April 14, while deaths rose by 3,511. 
 
In the broader Asian markets, shares climbed following a Wall Street rally overnight, while the dollar held near a fourth-month low as investors tempered fears about inflation-driven rate hikes.

Indian shares extended gains on Tuesday, as investor sentiment remained upbeat due to strong corporate earnings and some decline in domestic cases of the novel coronavirus.

Indian shares extended gains on Tuesday, as investor sentiment remained upbeat due to strong corporate earnings and some decline in domestic cases of the novel coronavirus. The blue-chip NSE Nifty 50 index rose 0.54% to 15,270.25 by 0355 GMT, while the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex was 0.48% higher at 50,920.06. Infosys Ltd and Asian Paints Ltd were the top boosts to the Nifty 50, gaining 0.86% and 2.68%, respectively. Investors` appetite has been aided by a steady decline in daily COVID-19 cases in India. The country on Tuesday posted 196,427 new cases over the last 24 hours, its lowest daily rise in infections since April 14, while deaths rose by 3,511. In the broader Asian markets, shares climbed following a Wall Street rally overnight, while the dollar held near a fourth-month low as investors tempered fears about inflation-driven rate hikes.

Indian shares gain on strong earnings; Asian Paints, Infosys shine

Equity benchmark Sensex advanced 111 points on Monday, tracking gains in HDFC twins, SBI and L&amp;T amid mixed cues from global markets.

The 30-share BSE index climbed 111.42 points or 0.22 per cent to finish at 50,651.90. The broader NSE Nifty rose 22.40 points or 0.15 per cent to 15,197.70.

SBI was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, advancing over 2 per cent, followed by L&amp;T, ITC, Dr Reddy's, Axis Bank and PowerGrid.

On the other hand, IndusInd Bank, UltraTech Cement, Titan and Bajaj Finserv were among the losers.

Domestic equities remained positive despite mixed global cues as a persistent decline in daily caseload and improvement in recovery rate in second wave of COVID-19 continued to lift investors' sentiments, said Binod Modi, Head - Strategy at Reliance Securities.

Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai and Tokyo ended on a positive note, while Hong Kong and Seoul were in the red.

Equities in Europe were largely trading with gains in mid-session deals.

Meanwhile, international oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 1.81 per cent higher at USD 67.55 per barrel.

Equity benchmark Sensex advanced 111 points on Monday, tracking gains in HDFC twins, SBI and L&T amid mixed cues from global markets. The 30-share BSE index climbed 111.

Equity benchmark Sensex advanced 111 points on Monday, tracking gains in HDFC twins, SBI and L&T amid mixed cues from global markets. The 30-share BSE index climbed 111.42 points or 0.22 per cent to finish at 50,651.90. The broader NSE Nifty rose 22.40 points or 0.15 per cent to 15,197.70. SBI was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, advancing over 2 per cent, followed by L&T, ITC, Dr Reddy's, Axis Bank and PowerGrid. On the other hand, IndusInd Bank, UltraTech Cement, Titan and Bajaj Finserv were among the losers. Domestic equities remained positive despite mixed global cues as a persistent decline in daily caseload and improvement in recovery rate in second wave of COVID-19 continued to lift investors' sentiments, said Binod Modi, Head - Strategy at Reliance Securities. Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai and Tokyo ended on a positive note, while Hong Kong and Seoul were in the red. Equities in Europe were largely trading with gains in mid-session deals. Meanwhile, international oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 1.81 per cent higher at USD 67.55 per barrel.

Sensex closes at over 50k as HDFC, SBI, L&T gain; Nifty ends near 15,200

Sensex and Nifty ended with strong gains Friday led by broad-based buying across sectors amid positive global cues. All sectoral indices closed in the green with Nifty Bank surging over 3 per cent followed by financial services, IT, auto and realty indices.&nbsp;

Sensex gained 950 points, or 1.92 per cent, at 50,520 levels and the Nifty50 index topped the 15,150-mark. IndusInd Bank, State Bank of India, and ICICI Bank rose 4 per cent, each, and were the top Sensex gainers.

The Nifty sectoral indices were painted green, with the Nifty Bank index trading 3.5 per cent higher.

In the broader markets, the S&amp;P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices traded 0.8 per cent and 0.7 per cent higher, respectively.

(With inputs from agencies)

Sensex and Nifty ended with strong gains Friday led by broad-based buying across sectors amid positive global cues. All sectoral indices closed in the green with Nifty Bank surging over 3 per cent followed by financial services, IT, auto and realty indices.

Sensex and Nifty ended with strong gains Friday led by broad-based buying across sectors amid positive global cues. All sectoral indices closed in the green with Nifty Bank surging over 3 per cent followed by financial services, IT, auto and realty indices. Sensex gained 950 points, or 1.92 per cent, at 50,520 levels and the Nifty50 index topped the 15,150-mark. IndusInd Bank, State Bank of India, and ICICI Bank rose 4 per cent, each, and were the top Sensex gainers. The Nifty sectoral indices were painted green, with the Nifty Bank index trading 3.5 per cent higher. In the broader markets, the S&P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices traded 0.8 per cent and 0.7 per cent higher, respectively. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex surges 975 points, Nifty ends above 15,150 led by banks

Indian stock markets fell sharply in the fag end of trade on Thursday to close lower for the second day in a row.&nbsp;

At closing, Sensex was down 338 points, or 0.68 per cent, at 49,565 levels while the Nifty50 index quoted at 14,906 levels, down 124 points or 0.83 per cent. In the intra-day trade, the indices hit a low of 49,497 and 14,885, respectively.

Among sectors, Nifty Metal fell the most over 3 per cent followed by private banks, financial services, FMCG and IT indices. Gains were seen in PSU Bank and realty sectors.&nbsp;

Global markets

World stocks traded with gains across most regions. In Europe, the pan-European STOXX 600 index added 0.5 per cent while Germany's DAX was up 0.24 per cent. France's CAC 40 index, too, climbed 0.15 per cent in early deals.

In Asia, barring South Korea's Kospi, which slipped 0.34 per cent, all other major indices ended with gains. Japan's Nikkei was last up 0.2 per cent, Australia's S&amp;P/ASX200 advanced 1.3 per cent, and China's CSI300 index rallied 0.3 per cent.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock markets fell sharply in the fag end of trade on Thursday to close lower for the second day in a row. At closing, Sensex was down 338 points, or 0.68 per cent, at 49,565 levels while the Nifty50 index quoted at 14,906 levels, down 124 points or 0.

Indian stock markets fell sharply in the fag end of trade on Thursday to close lower for the second day in a row. At closing, Sensex was down 338 points, or 0.68 per cent, at 49,565 levels while the Nifty50 index quoted at 14,906 levels, down 124 points or 0.83 per cent. In the intra-day trade, the indices hit a low of 49,497 and 14,885, respectively. Among sectors, Nifty Metal fell the most over 3 per cent followed by private banks, financial services, FMCG and IT indices. Gains were seen in PSU Bank and realty sectors. Global markets World stocks traded with gains across most regions. In Europe, the pan-European STOXX 600 index added 0.5 per cent while Germany's DAX was up 0.24 per cent. France's CAC 40 index, too, climbed 0.15 per cent in early deals. In Asia, barring South Korea's Kospi, which slipped 0.34 per cent, all other major indices ended with gains. Japan's Nikkei was last up 0.2 per cent, Australia's S&P/ASX200 advanced 1.3 per cent, and China's CSI300 index rallied 0.3 per cent. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex falls 337 points, Nifty ends near 14,900

Indian benchmark indices opened strong tracking gains in Asian stocks. Tata Motors, Aarti Industries, Canara Bank and Minda Corp are in focus as they announce their results today.

S&amp;P BSE Sensex breached the 50,000 mark on the opening bell while the Nifty 50 index was inching closer to 15,100. Banking and Finance sector stocks were once again aiding the rally with IndusInd Bank, SBI, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank among the top Sensex gainers.&nbsp;

Bank Nifty was up 2%, Nifty Metal was up 2.3%, while India VIX was again slipping. Broader markets were mirroring the up-move.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian benchmark indices opened strong tracking gains in Asian stocks. Tata Motors, Aarti Industries, Canara Bank and Minda Corp are in focus as they announce their results today.

Indian benchmark indices opened strong tracking gains in Asian stocks. Tata Motors, Aarti Industries, Canara Bank and Minda Corp are in focus as they announce their results today. S&P BSE Sensex breached the 50,000 mark on the opening bell while the Nifty 50 index was inching closer to 15,100. Banking and Finance sector stocks were once again aiding the rally with IndusInd Bank, SBI, Axis Bank, and ICICI Bank among the top Sensex gainers. Bank Nifty was up 2%, Nifty Metal was up 2.3%, while India VIX was again slipping. Broader markets were mirroring the up-move. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex tops 50,000 at open; Nifty above 15,100; Tata Motors in focus

Stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher Tuesday led by strong gains in auto, IT and metal stocks amid positive global cues.&nbsp;

Midcap and smallcap indices ended over 1.5 per cent each. Selling was seen in PSU Bank, FMCG and pharma indices.&nbsp;

At the closing bell, the 30-share BSE index was quoted 612.60 points or 1.24 per cent higher at 50,193.33.

Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty went past the psychological 15,000-level and closed 184.95 points or 1.24 per cent higher at 15,108.10.

M&amp;M was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying nearly 6 per cent, followed by Bajaj Auto, Titan, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank and PowerGrid.

Bharti Airtel, ITC, Dr Reddy's and SBI were the laggards.

"Domestic equities extended gains as an early sign of decline in COVID-19 daily caseload and improving prospects of faster economic recovery emboldened investors," said Binod Modi, Head Strategy at Reliance Securities.

Strong cues from Asian markets also supported the rally, he added.

Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Seoul ended on a positive note.

Stock exchanges in Europe were also trading with gains in mid-session deals.

Meanwhile, international oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.82 per cent higher at USD 70.03 per barrel.

(With inputs from agencies)

Stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher Tuesday led by strong gains in auto, IT and metal stocks amid positive global cues. Midcap and smallcap indices ended over 1.

Stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher Tuesday led by strong gains in auto, IT and metal stocks amid positive global cues. Midcap and smallcap indices ended over 1.5 per cent each. Selling was seen in PSU Bank, FMCG and pharma indices. At the closing bell, the 30-share BSE index was quoted 612.60 points or 1.24 per cent higher at 50,193.33. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty went past the psychological 15,000-level and closed 184.95 points or 1.24 per cent higher at 15,108.10. M&M was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying nearly 6 per cent, followed by Bajaj Auto, Titan, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank and PowerGrid. Bharti Airtel, ITC, Dr Reddy's and SBI were the laggards. "Domestic equities extended gains as an early sign of decline in COVID-19 daily caseload and improving prospects of faster economic recovery emboldened investors," said Binod Modi, Head Strategy at Reliance Securities. Strong cues from Asian markets also supported the rally, he added. Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Seoul ended on a positive note. Stock exchanges in Europe were also trading with gains in mid-session deals. Meanwhile, international oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.82 per cent higher at USD 70.03 per barrel. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex rallies 612 points, Nifty ends above 15,100

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended with robust gains on Monday led by banking and financial stocks amid positive global cues. Broader markets supported the rally with the midcap and smallcap indices closing over a per cent higher each.

BSE Sensex zoomed 848 points to settle the day at 49,581 levels today lifted largely by financial counters.

Eight of the top 10 index contributors included names like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC, SBI, Axis Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank. Reliance Industries and Infosys were the remaining two contributors.&nbsp;

On the NSE, the Nifty50 reclaimed the 14,900-mark and ended at 14,923 levels, up 245 points.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Indian rupee ended higher by 7 paise at 73.22 per dollar, amid buying in the domestic equity market. The local currency opened flat at 73.27 per dollar against Friday’s close of 73.29.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended with robust gains on Monday led by banking and financial stocks amid positive global cues. Broader markets supported the rally with the midcap and smallcap indices closing over a per cent higher each.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended with robust gains on Monday led by banking and financial stocks amid positive global cues. Broader markets supported the rally with the midcap and smallcap indices closing over a per cent higher each. BSE Sensex zoomed 848 points to settle the day at 49,581 levels today lifted largely by financial counters. Eight of the top 10 index contributors included names like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC, SBI, Axis Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank. Reliance Industries and Infosys were the remaining two contributors. On the NSE, the Nifty50 reclaimed the 14,900-mark and ended at 14,923 levels, up 245 points. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee ended higher by 7 paise at 73.22 per dollar, amid buying in the domestic equity market. The local currency opened flat at 73.27 per dollar against Friday’s close of 73.29. (With inputs from agencies)

Market closing: Sensex settles at 49,580.73; Nifty soars to 14,923.15

The key Indian equity indices rose on Monday morning with the BSE Sensex gaining over 500 points.&nbsp;

It soared nearly 524 points to touch an intra-day high of 49,256.52 points&nbsp;

Healthy buying was witnessed in banking and finance stocks.&nbsp;

Around 10.20 am, Sensex was trading at 49,232.14, higher by 499.59 points or 1.03 per cent from its previous close of 48,732.55.&nbsp;

It opened at 48,990.70 and has so far touched an intra-day low of 48,923.13 points.&nbsp;

The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange was trading at 14,802.50, higher by 124.70 points or 0.85 per cent from its previous close.&nbsp;

The top gainers on the Sensex were IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finserv and State Bank of India, while Tata Steel, Larsen &amp; Toubro and Titan Company were the major losers.&nbsp;

The key Indian equity indices rose on Monday morning with the BSE Sensex gaining over 500 points. It soared nearly 524 points to touch an intra-day high of 49,256.

The key Indian equity indices rose on Monday morning with the BSE Sensex gaining over 500 points. It soared nearly 524 points to touch an intra-day high of 49,256.52 points Healthy buying was witnessed in banking and finance stocks. Around 10.20 am, Sensex was trading at 49,232.14, higher by 499.59 points or 1.03 per cent from its previous close of 48,732.55. It opened at 48,990.70 and has so far touched an intra-day low of 48,923.13 points. The Nifty50 on the National Stock Exchange was trading at 14,802.50, higher by 124.70 points or 0.85 per cent from its previous close. The top gainers on the Sensex were IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finserv and State Bank of India, while Tata Steel, Larsen & Toubro and Titan Company were the major losers.

Sensex up 500 points; banking, finance stocks surge 

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended Friday's volatile session flat as losses in metal, auto stocks offset a surge in FMCG majors. Broader markets underperformed benchmarks with the midcap and smallcap indices down around 1.5 per cent each for the day.&nbsp;

Sensex culminated the session at 48,732.5 levels, adding 42 points or 0.09 per cent. During the choppy session, the index hit a high and low of 48,899 and 48,473, respectively.&nbsp;

On the NSE, the broader 50-share index defended the 14,650-mark to settle at 14,678 levels, down 19 points or 0.13 per cent.

Meanwhile, The Indian rupee ended higher by 13 paise at 73.29 per dollar. The local currency opened flat at 73.42 per dollar against Wednesday's close of 73.42 and traded in the range of 73.22-73.43.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended Friday's volatile session flat as losses in metal, auto stocks offset a surge in FMCG majors. Broader markets underperformed benchmarks with the midcap and smallcap indices down around 1.

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended Friday's volatile session flat as losses in metal, auto stocks offset a surge in FMCG majors. Broader markets underperformed benchmarks with the midcap and smallcap indices down around 1.5 per cent each for the day. Sensex culminated the session at 48,732.5 levels, adding 42 points or 0.09 per cent. During the choppy session, the index hit a high and low of 48,899 and 48,473, respectively. On the NSE, the broader 50-share index defended the 14,650-mark to settle at 14,678 levels, down 19 points or 0.13 per cent. Meanwhile, The Indian rupee ended higher by 13 paise at 73.29 per dollar. The local currency opened flat at 73.42 per dollar against Wednesday's close of 73.42 and traded in the range of 73.22-73.43. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex ends flat, Nifty below 14,700

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Wednesday dragged by heavy selling in metals, IT, private banks and financial services stocks.&nbsp;

Midcap and smallcap indices also declined. Gains were seen in PSU Banks, auto and media indices.&nbsp;

Sensex dropped 471 points to close at 48,691 levels. In the intra-day trade, the index hit a low of 48,551 levels.&nbsp;

On the NSE, the Nifty50 declined 154 points and gave up 14,700-mark to settle at 14,696 levels. Earlier in the day, the index had touched a low of 14,650.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Wednesday dragged by heavy selling in metals, IT, private banks and financial services stocks. Midcap and smallcap indices also declined.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Wednesday dragged by heavy selling in metals, IT, private banks and financial services stocks. Midcap and smallcap indices also declined. Gains were seen in PSU Banks, auto and media indices. Sensex dropped 471 points to close at 48,691 levels. In the intra-day trade, the index hit a low of 48,551 levels. On the NSE, the Nifty50 declined 154 points and gave up 14,700-mark to settle at 14,696 levels. Earlier in the day, the index had touched a low of 14,650. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex drops 471 points, Nifty ends below 14,700

The benchmark indices snapped a four-day winning streak with the Nifty50 falling below 14,900 levels as banking &amp; financials and IT stocks were under pressure.

S&amp;P BSE Sensex shredded 341 points, or 0.69 per cent, to end the session at 49,162 levels. During the day, the index traded within a range of 49,304 and 48,988 levels.

The Nifty50 index held the 14,850-mark today and settled at 14,851 levels, down 92 points or 0.61 per cent. The index breadth remained neck and neck with 28 stocks in the red against 22 stocks in the green.&nbsp;

JSW Steel, Hindalco, Wipro, and Divis Labs were the additional losers on the Nifty index while Coal India, Indian Oil Corporation, BPCL, and UPL were the additional gainers.

The broader markets, however, remained resilient to the market fall and ended higher today. The S&amp;P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices gained 0.60 per cent and 0.80 per cent, respectively.

(With inputs from agencies)

The benchmark indices snapped a four-day winning streak with the Nifty50 falling below 14,900 levels as banking & financials and IT stocks were under pressure. S&P BSE Sensex shredded 341 points, or 0.

The benchmark indices snapped a four-day winning streak with the Nifty50 falling below 14,900 levels as banking & financials and IT stocks were under pressure. S&P BSE Sensex shredded 341 points, or 0.69 per cent, to end the session at 49,162 levels. During the day, the index traded within a range of 49,304 and 48,988 levels. The Nifty50 index held the 14,850-mark today and settled at 14,851 levels, down 92 points or 0.61 per cent. The index breadth remained neck and neck with 28 stocks in the red against 22 stocks in the green. JSW Steel, Hindalco, Wipro, and Divis Labs were the additional losers on the Nifty index while Coal India, Indian Oil Corporation, BPCL, and UPL were the additional gainers. The broader markets, however, remained resilient to the market fall and ended higher today. The S&P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices gained 0.60 per cent and 0.80 per cent, respectively. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex snaps 4-day rally, ends below 49,200; Nifty at 14,850

Stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Monday led by strong gains in metals and pharma stocks amid positive global cues. Midcap and smallcap indices ended over 1 per cent higher each.&nbsp;

The BSE barometer of 30-shares hit an intra-day high of 49,617 before ending the session at 49,502 levels, up 296 points or 0.6 per cent.

On the NSE, the Nifty50 index reclaimed the crucial 14,900-mark and extended it rally to as high as 14,967 during the day. It ended the day at 14,942 levels, up 119 points or 0.8 per cent, riding on the back of gains in Coal India, UPL, Hindalco, Indian Oil Corporation, Tata Motors, L&amp;T, and Divis Labs. These stocks rallied up to 8 per cent.

Global markets

World stocks ticked up to new peaks on Monday on bets interest rates will remain low and the economies will continue their recovery. MSCI’s gauge of stocks across the globe hit a fresh record high and was up 0.1 per cent.&nbsp;

Europe’s STOXX 600 regional benchmark was up 0.1 per cent in early deals, while MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.4 per cent.

In the commodities market, however, oil prices rose after a cyber attack shut down a US pipeline operator that provides nearly half of the US east coast's fuel supply. Brent crude rose 0.5 per cent to $68.64 per barrel, while US crude ticked up 0.5 per cent to $65.23 a barrel.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Monday led by strong gains in metals and pharma stocks amid positive global cues. Midcap and smallcap indices ended over 1 per cent higher each.

Stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended higher on Monday led by strong gains in metals and pharma stocks amid positive global cues. Midcap and smallcap indices ended over 1 per cent higher each. The BSE barometer of 30-shares hit an intra-day high of 49,617 before ending the session at 49,502 levels, up 296 points or 0.6 per cent. On the NSE, the Nifty50 index reclaimed the crucial 14,900-mark and extended it rally to as high as 14,967 during the day. It ended the day at 14,942 levels, up 119 points or 0.8 per cent, riding on the back of gains in Coal India, UPL, Hindalco, Indian Oil Corporation, Tata Motors, L&T, and Divis Labs. These stocks rallied up to 8 per cent. Global markets World stocks ticked up to new peaks on Monday on bets interest rates will remain low and the economies will continue their recovery. MSCI’s gauge of stocks across the globe hit a fresh record high and was up 0.1 per cent. Europe’s STOXX 600 regional benchmark was up 0.1 per cent in early deals, while MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.4 per cent. In the commodities market, however, oil prices rose after a cyber attack shut down a US pipeline operator that provides nearly half of the US east coast's fuel supply. Brent crude rose 0.5 per cent to $68.64 per barrel, while US crude ticked up 0.5 per cent to $65.23 a barrel. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex scales 49,500, ends 296 points higher; Nifty above 14,900

Indian stock markets closed with gains on the weekly expiry. S&amp;P BSE Sensex gained 272 points to close at 48,949 while the 50-share index closed at 14,725 level, up 107 points or 0.7 per cent.&nbsp;

Bajaj Auto and HDFC were the top gainers on Sensex, both gaining more than 2% each. On the other hand, Power Grid, ONGC, and Asian Paints were the top laggards.&nbsp;

Broader markets mirrored the up-move and so did India VIX, the volatility gauge. Bank Nifty ended with gains but the Nifty PSU Bank index recorded some profit booking.

Sectorally, the Nifty PSU Bank and Pharma indices nursed losses on the NSE today, down 1.2 per cent and 0.3 per cent, respectively. On the upside, metals and IT stocks continued to shine with the Nifty Metal and IT indices soaring up to 2.5 per cent.

Global markets

European stocks inched higher on Thursday, hovering near record levels, as strong earnings reports from AB Inbev and several eurozone banks added to an upbeat mood sparked by solid economic data.

The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.2 per cent, with food and beverage, utilities and telecoms leading the gains.&nbsp;

In Asia, Japan's Nikkei jumped 1.8 per cent as it reopened after a five-day holiday while MSCI’s index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 0.19 per cent. But Chinese shares, also resuming trade for the first time since last week, wobbled. The CSI300 fell 1.2 per cent, led by falls in biotech firms.

(With inputs from Reuters)&nbsp;

Indian stock markets closed with gains on the weekly expiry. S&P BSE Sensex gained 272 points to close at 48,949 while the 50-share index closed at 14,725 level, up 107 points or 0.

Indian stock markets closed with gains on the weekly expiry. S&P BSE Sensex gained 272 points to close at 48,949 while the 50-share index closed at 14,725 level, up 107 points or 0.7 per cent. Bajaj Auto and HDFC were the top gainers on Sensex, both gaining more than 2% each. On the other hand, Power Grid, ONGC, and Asian Paints were the top laggards. Broader markets mirrored the up-move and so did India VIX, the volatility gauge. Bank Nifty ended with gains but the Nifty PSU Bank index recorded some profit booking. Sectorally, the Nifty PSU Bank and Pharma indices nursed losses on the NSE today, down 1.2 per cent and 0.3 per cent, respectively. On the upside, metals and IT stocks continued to shine with the Nifty Metal and IT indices soaring up to 2.5 per cent. Global markets European stocks inched higher on Thursday, hovering near record levels, as strong earnings reports from AB Inbev and several eurozone banks added to an upbeat mood sparked by solid economic data. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.2 per cent, with food and beverage, utilities and telecoms leading the gains. In Asia, Japan's Nikkei jumped 1.8 per cent as it reopened after a five-day holiday while MSCI’s index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 0.19 per cent. But Chinese shares, also resuming trade for the first time since last week, wobbled. The CSI300 fell 1.2 per cent, led by falls in biotech firms. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex rallies 272 points, Nifty ends above 14,700

The benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex closed the session at 48,677.5 levels, up 424 points or 0.88 per cent. In the intra-day trade, the 30-share barometer hit a high and low of 48,743 and 48,254, respectively.

On the NSE, the Nifty50 hit an intra-day high of 14,637 but shut shop at 14,618 levels, up 121 points or 0.84 per cent.

In the broader markets, the S&amp;P BSE MidCap index settled over 1 per cent higher while the S&amp;P BSE SmallCap index gained 0.7 per cent.

Global markets

European stocks bounced back on Wednesday after a sharp selloff in the previous session, helped by gains in commodity and banking stocks. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 1.3 per cent, with the German DAX jumping 1.3 per cent and the UK's FTSE 100 gaining 1.1 per cent.

On Wall Street, futures of all three main indices were ruling up to 0.5 per cent higher.

(With inputs from Reuters)

The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex closed the session at 48,677.5 levels, up 424 points or 0.88 per cent. In the intra-day trade, the 30-share barometer hit a high and low of 48,743 and 48,254, respectively.

The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex closed the session at 48,677.5 levels, up 424 points or 0.88 per cent. In the intra-day trade, the 30-share barometer hit a high and low of 48,743 and 48,254, respectively. On the NSE, the Nifty50 hit an intra-day high of 14,637 but shut shop at 14,618 levels, up 121 points or 0.84 per cent. In the broader markets, the S&P BSE MidCap index settled over 1 per cent higher while the S&P BSE SmallCap index gained 0.7 per cent. Global markets European stocks bounced back on Wednesday after a sharp selloff in the previous session, helped by gains in commodity and banking stocks. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 1.3 per cent, with the German DAX jumping 1.3 per cent and the UK's FTSE 100 gaining 1.1 per cent. On Wall Street, futures of all three main indices were ruling up to 0.5 per cent higher. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends at 48,677, Nifty closes at 14,617

Domestic stock market indices fell sharply going into the last hour of trade on Tuesday amid fresh woes about the impact of coronavirus on business as BCCI cancelled the ongoing IPL season after several players and support staff turned COVID-19 positive.&nbsp;

S&amp;P BSE Sensex ended at 48,253, down 465 points while the Nifty 50 index closed just shy of 14,500. Reliance Industries was the biggest Sensex drag, falling 2.11%. It was followed by Sun Pharma, Dr Reddy’s, and HDFC Twins.&nbsp;

ONGC, Bajaj Finance, and TCS were the top gainers. &nbsp;Nifty PSU Bank index was the only sectoral gauge to close in the green. Broader markets mirrored the fall and closed with losses.

Global markets

Economically sensitive sectors, including miners, travel and energy, drove gains in European stocks on Tuesday, with British shares outperforming after a holiday-extended weekend.

The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.4 per cent in early trading, with the German DAX up 0.2 per cent, and the UK's FTSE 100 rising 0.8 per cent.

Earlier in Asia, South Korea's Kospi added 0.6 per cent and Australia's S&amp;P/ASX200 gained 0.5 per cent.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic stock market indices fell sharply going into the last hour of trade on Tuesday amid fresh woes about the impact of coronavirus on business as BCCI cancelled the ongoing IPL season after several players and support staff turned COVID-19 positive.

Domestic stock market indices fell sharply going into the last hour of trade on Tuesday amid fresh woes about the impact of coronavirus on business as BCCI cancelled the ongoing IPL season after several players and support staff turned COVID-19 positive. S&P BSE Sensex ended at 48,253, down 465 points while the Nifty 50 index closed just shy of 14,500. Reliance Industries was the biggest Sensex drag, falling 2.11%. It was followed by Sun Pharma, Dr Reddy’s, and HDFC Twins. ONGC, Bajaj Finance, and TCS were the top gainers. Nifty PSU Bank index was the only sectoral gauge to close in the green. Broader markets mirrored the fall and closed with losses. Global markets Economically sensitive sectors, including miners, travel and energy, drove gains in European stocks on Tuesday, with British shares outperforming after a holiday-extended weekend. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.4 per cent in early trading, with the German DAX up 0.2 per cent, and the UK's FTSE 100 rising 0.8 per cent. Earlier in Asia, South Korea's Kospi added 0.6 per cent and Australia's S&P/ASX200 gained 0.5 per cent. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends 465 points lower, Nifty just shy of 14,500

Indian equity markets began deep in red on Monday morning but staged an intra-day recovery to close flat.

The BSE barometer S&amp;P BSE Sensex settled the day at 48,718.5 levels, down 64 points or 0.13 per cent. The index hit a low of 48,028 in the opening deals but rose swiftly through the day to touch a high of 48,863 in late noon deals.

The 50-stock NSE Nifty index gained 3 points and closed at 14,634.&nbsp;

Titan, Reliance Industries Ltd, and bank stocks were among the top drag on the index. Bharti Airtel, Maruti Suzuki India, and HUL were the best-performing stocks.&nbsp;

Bank Nifty closed with losses while broader markets ended with gains, outperforming benchmarks. Volatility gained and closed above 23 levels.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian equity markets began deep in red on Monday morning but staged an intra-day recovery to close flat. The BSE barometer S&P BSE Sensex settled the day at 48,718.

Indian equity markets began deep in red on Monday morning but staged an intra-day recovery to close flat. The BSE barometer S&P BSE Sensex settled the day at 48,718.5 levels, down 64 points or 0.13 per cent. The index hit a low of 48,028 in the opening deals but rose swiftly through the day to touch a high of 48,863 in late noon deals. The 50-stock NSE Nifty index gained 3 points and closed at 14,634. Titan, Reliance Industries Ltd, and bank stocks were among the top drag on the index. Bharti Airtel, Maruti Suzuki India, and HUL were the best-performing stocks. Bank Nifty closed with losses while broader markets ended with gains, outperforming benchmarks. Volatility gained and closed above 23 levels. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex falls over 60 points, Nifty ends flat at 14,634

The domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended sharply lower dragged by heavy selling in banking and financial stocks.&nbsp;

The Sensex index nursed losses in 25 of the 30 constituents and ended at 48,782 levels today, down 983.5 points.

NSE's 50-share index erased 264 points to close at 14,631 levels dragged mainly by HDFC (down 4.2 per cent), HDFC Bank (4 per cent), ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Asian Paints, &nbsp;M&amp;M, TCS, Tata Motors, and Adani Ports.&nbsp;

HDFC twins were the top losers in the Sensex pack, shedding over 4 per cent, followed by ICICI Bank, Kotak Bank, Asian Paints, M&amp;M, HUL, TCS and Maruti. 
 
On the other hand, ONGC, Sun Pharma, Dr Reddy's and Bajaj Auto were the gainers.

According to Binod Modi, Head-Strategy at Reliance Securities, domestic equities fell sharply on weak global cues and heavy sell-off in financial stocks. Asian markets traded weak on emerging concerns about growth after China's factory activity expanded slower than expected in April.

Barring pharma, metals and IT, most of the key sectoral indices saw selling pressure.

"Persistent rise in daily caseload and higher number of deaths continue to remain a matter of concerns for central and state governments and therefore any possibility of further economic restrictions cannot be ruled out by the state governments. The market is expected to be volatile until we see a clear reversal in COVID-19 cases," he said.

Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Seoul and Tokyo ended on a negative note.

Bourses in Europe were trading with marginal gains in mid-session deals.

Meanwhile, international oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 1.31 per cent lower at USD 67.15 per barrel.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended sharply lower dragged by heavy selling in banking and financial stocks. The Sensex index nursed losses in 25 of the 30 constituents and ended at 48,782 levels today, down 983.

The domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended sharply lower dragged by heavy selling in banking and financial stocks. The Sensex index nursed losses in 25 of the 30 constituents and ended at 48,782 levels today, down 983.5 points. NSE's 50-share index erased 264 points to close at 14,631 levels dragged mainly by HDFC (down 4.2 per cent), HDFC Bank (4 per cent), ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Asian Paints, M&M, TCS, Tata Motors, and Adani Ports. HDFC twins were the top losers in the Sensex pack, shedding over 4 per cent, followed by ICICI Bank, Kotak Bank, Asian Paints, M&M, HUL, TCS and Maruti. On the other hand, ONGC, Sun Pharma, Dr Reddy's and Bajaj Auto were the gainers. According to Binod Modi, Head-Strategy at Reliance Securities, domestic equities fell sharply on weak global cues and heavy sell-off in financial stocks. Asian markets traded weak on emerging concerns about growth after China's factory activity expanded slower than expected in April. Barring pharma, metals and IT, most of the key sectoral indices saw selling pressure. "Persistent rise in daily caseload and higher number of deaths continue to remain a matter of concerns for central and state governments and therefore any possibility of further economic restrictions cannot be ruled out by the state governments. The market is expected to be volatile until we see a clear reversal in COVID-19 cases," he said. Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Seoul and Tokyo ended on a negative note. Bourses in Europe were trading with marginal gains in mid-session deals. Meanwhile, international oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 1.31 per cent lower at USD 67.15 per barrel. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex plunges 984 points, ends below 49,000, Nifty gives up 14,650

Domestic stock market indices ended marginally higher on Thursday amid high volatility on F&amp;O expiry. The midcap index ended lower, while smallcap index closed over half a per cent higher.

Sensex leapt 642 points to hit a high of 50,376 in the intra-day deals. On the NSE, the Nifty touched a peak of 15,044. However, profit-booking at higher levels dragged indices down to 49,536 and 14,814, respectively.

On the other hand, Bajaj Auto, HDFC, HCL Tech and L&amp;T were among the laggards. “Domestic equities traded mostly in positive territory amid high volatility on futures and options (F&amp;O) expiry. Notably, benchmark Nifty breached 15,000 levels during initial hours, but it could not sustain to those levels, said Binod Modi, Head Strategy at Reliance Securities.

Metal stocks were in focus on account of sustained price increase in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Further, Reliance Industries remained in focus for the second consecutive day ahead of 4QFY21 results. Barring metals, financials and pharma, most of the key sectoral indices were in red, he noted. Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Tokyo ended on a positive note, while Seoul was in the red.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices ended marginally higher on Thursday amid high volatility on F&O expiry. The midcap index ended lower, while smallcap index closed over half a per cent higher.

Domestic stock market indices ended marginally higher on Thursday amid high volatility on F&O expiry. The midcap index ended lower, while smallcap index closed over half a per cent higher. Sensex leapt 642 points to hit a high of 50,376 in the intra-day deals. On the NSE, the Nifty touched a peak of 15,044. However, profit-booking at higher levels dragged indices down to 49,536 and 14,814, respectively. On the other hand, Bajaj Auto, HDFC, HCL Tech and L&T were among the laggards. “Domestic equities traded mostly in positive territory amid high volatility on futures and options (F&O) expiry. Notably, benchmark Nifty breached 15,000 levels during initial hours, but it could not sustain to those levels, said Binod Modi, Head Strategy at Reliance Securities. Metal stocks were in focus on account of sustained price increase in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Further, Reliance Industries remained in focus for the second consecutive day ahead of 4QFY21 results. Barring metals, financials and pharma, most of the key sectoral indices were in red, he noted. Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Tokyo ended on a positive note, while Seoul was in the red. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex, Nifty end marginally higher amid volatility on F&O expiry

Domestic stock market indices ended a per cent higher on Tuesday led by gains in metals, financials, realty stocks even amid mixed global cues.&nbsp;

Sensex opened in the green and gained further momentum during the session. It finally finished at 48,944.14, up 557.63 points or 1.15 per cent.

Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty surged 168.05 points or 1.16 per cent to end at 14,653.05.&nbsp;

Among stocks, Hindalco moved up by 5 per cent to Rs 366 per share while Tata Steel rose by 4.36 per cent. Index heavyweight Reliance Industries lifted by 2.6 per cent to Rs 1,988.80 per share.

Larsen &amp; Toubro rose by 3.6 per cent, Bajaj Finance by 3.1 per cent, State Bank of India by 2.8 per cent, IndusInd Bank by 2.7 per cent, Adani Ports by 2.4 per cent and Tata Motors by 2.2 per cent.

However, Maruti Suzuki slipped by 1.3 per cent to close at Rs 6,552 per share after reporting an 11 per cent fall in its Q4 net profit at Rs 1,166 crore despite a 32 per cent jump in revenue from operations.&nbsp;

The others which lost were HDFC Life, SBI Life, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Nestle India and Dr Reddy's.

Meanwhile, Asian shares fell as caution ahead of a US Federal Reserve meeting and a slew of corporate earnings offset growing optimism about the global economic recovery from Covid-19 blow.&nbsp;

Stocks in Tokyo edged 0.46 per cent lower as earnings fall short of investor expectations.&nbsp;

South Korea`s Kospi fell by 0.07 per cent on foreign outflows. Analysts said some investors may be taking profits on equities but the sentiment remains positive due to rising coronavirus vaccination rates in many countries.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices ended a per cent higher on Tuesday led by gains in metals, financials, realty stocks even amid mixed global cues. Sensex opened in the green and gained further momentum during the session.

Domestic stock market indices ended a per cent higher on Tuesday led by gains in metals, financials, realty stocks even amid mixed global cues. Sensex opened in the green and gained further momentum during the session. It finally finished at 48,944.14, up 557.63 points or 1.15 per cent. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty surged 168.05 points or 1.16 per cent to end at 14,653.05. Among stocks, Hindalco moved up by 5 per cent to Rs 366 per share while Tata Steel rose by 4.36 per cent. Index heavyweight Reliance Industries lifted by 2.6 per cent to Rs 1,988.80 per share. Larsen & Toubro rose by 3.6 per cent, Bajaj Finance by 3.1 per cent, State Bank of India by 2.8 per cent, IndusInd Bank by 2.7 per cent, Adani Ports by 2.4 per cent and Tata Motors by 2.2 per cent. However, Maruti Suzuki slipped by 1.3 per cent to close at Rs 6,552 per share after reporting an 11 per cent fall in its Q4 net profit at Rs 1,166 crore despite a 32 per cent jump in revenue from operations. The others which lost were HDFC Life, SBI Life, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Nestle India and Dr Reddy's. Meanwhile, Asian shares fell as caution ahead of a US Federal Reserve meeting and a slew of corporate earnings offset growing optimism about the global economic recovery from Covid-19 blow. Stocks in Tokyo edged 0.46 per cent lower as earnings fall short of investor expectations. South Korea`s Kospi fell by 0.07 per cent on foreign outflows. Analysts said some investors may be taking profits on equities but the sentiment remains positive due to rising coronavirus vaccination rates in many countries. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex rises 557 points, Nifty closes above 14,650 

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended Tuesday's volatile session lower dragged by selling in IT, banks and FMCG stocks.&nbsp;

Midcap and smallcap indices ended higher outperforming the benchmarks. Gains were seen in pharma, auto and metals stocks. &nbsp;

The Sensex ended 244 points lower at 47,706 while the Nifty fell 63 points to settle at 14,296.

Broader markets, however, outperformed benchmarks, with the midcap index up 0.3 per cent and smallcap index up 1 per cent.

On the Nifty50 index, Dr Reddy's, Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Life and Tata Consumer were the top gainers.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended Tuesday's volatile session lower dragged by selling in IT, banks and FMCG stocks. Midcap and smallcap indices ended higher outperforming the benchmarks.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty ended Tuesday's volatile session lower dragged by selling in IT, banks and FMCG stocks. Midcap and smallcap indices ended higher outperforming the benchmarks. Gains were seen in pharma, auto and metals stocks. The Sensex ended 244 points lower at 47,706 while the Nifty fell 63 points to settle at 14,296. Broader markets, however, outperformed benchmarks, with the midcap index up 0.3 per cent and smallcap index up 1 per cent. On the Nifty50 index, Dr Reddy's, Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Life and Tata Consumer were the top gainers. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex plunges 773 points from high, ends 244 points lower

A huge spike in fresh coronavirus infection cases spooked investors on Dalal Street with the benchmark indices ending nearly 2 per cent on Monday.&nbsp;

The Sensex closed at 47,949.42, down 882.61 points, or 1.81%, while the Nifty was at 14,359.45, down 258.40 points, or 1.77%. All sectors, except pharma, closed in the red.

Power Grid, ONGC and banking stocks were among the top drags on the day. Bank Nifty recovered some losses to close 2.4% lower after having tanked over 4% earlier in the day. Among other sectoral indices, only Nifty Pharma closed the day with gains.

(With inputs from agencies)

A huge spike in fresh coronavirus infection cases spooked investors on Dalal Street with the benchmark indices ending nearly 2 per cent on Monday. The Sensex closed at 47,949.

A huge spike in fresh coronavirus infection cases spooked investors on Dalal Street with the benchmark indices ending nearly 2 per cent on Monday. The Sensex closed at 47,949.42, down 882.61 points, or 1.81%, while the Nifty was at 14,359.45, down 258.40 points, or 1.77%. All sectors, except pharma, closed in the red. Power Grid, ONGC and banking stocks were among the top drags on the day. Bank Nifty recovered some losses to close 2.4% lower after having tanked over 4% earlier in the day. Among other sectoral indices, only Nifty Pharma closed the day with gains. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex closes 882 points lower, Nifty ends at 14,359

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty gave up gains to end Friday's volatile session marginally higher. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks as the midcap and smallcap indices ended 1 per cent higher each. Gains were seen in pharma, IT, metals and auto stocks, while bank and realty indices ended in the red.&nbsp;

At close, the Sensex was up 28.35 points or 0.06% at 48,832.03, and the Nifty was up 36.40 points or 0.25% at 14,617.90. About 1617 shares have advanced, 1230 shares declined, and 152 shares are unchanged. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Wipro, Hindalco Industries, Cipla, Asian Paints and UltraTech Cement were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were JSW Steel, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, Larsen and Toubro and Tata Steel.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty gave up gains to end Friday's volatile session marginally higher. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks as the midcap and smallcap indices ended 1 per cent higher each.

Domestic stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty gave up gains to end Friday's volatile session marginally higher. Broader markets outperformed the benchmarks as the midcap and smallcap indices ended 1 per cent higher each. Gains were seen in pharma, IT, metals and auto stocks, while bank and realty indices ended in the red. At close, the Sensex was up 28.35 points or 0.06% at 48,832.03, and the Nifty was up 36.40 points or 0.25% at 14,617.90. About 1617 shares have advanced, 1230 shares declined, and 152 shares are unchanged. Wipro, Hindalco Industries, Cipla, Asian Paints and UltraTech Cement were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were JSW Steel, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, Larsen and Toubro and Tata Steel. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex gives up 49,000, ends flat, Nifty below 14,650

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