The BSE benchmark Sensex dropped over 100 points in early trade Tuesday amid mixed cues from other Asian markets, rising crude prices, weak rupee and heavy selling by domestic institutional investors.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

The 30-share index was trading 133.27 points, or 0.37 per cent, lower at 36,107.73 at 0945 hrs. The index had closed with a marginal gain of 47 points at 36,241 Monday.

In a&nbsp;similar movement, the NSE Nifty was trading 31.20 points, or 0.29 per cent, down at 10,852.55.

Investors turned cautious after the euphoria over US-China trade settled, and uncertainty over negotiations between the two countries during the next 90 days rose.

The White House announced after talks between President Donald Trump and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Saturday that a tariff hike that had been due on January 1 would be suspended for three months while the two sides negotiate a resolution.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping agreed to a truce and halted their tariff war at the G20 meet.

Market is also in wait-and-watch mode ahead of the outcome of the Reserve Bank of India's fifth bimonthly monetary policy meeting for 2018-19.

Top losers include HDFC, M&amp;M, NTPC, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Adani Ports, PowerGrid, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Industries, falling up to 2 per cent.

While, gainers include Yes Bank, ONGC, Hero MotoCorp, Sun Pharma, Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, Coal India, Infosys, TCS, ICICI Bank and Asian Paints, rising up to 2 per cent.

On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 293.12 crore Monday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net sellers to the tune of Rs 806.45 crore, provisional data available with BSE showed.

The rupee, meanwhile, depreciated 9 paise to 70.55 against the US dollar in early trade at the interbank foreign exchange, amid strengthening of the US dollar and rise in crude oil prices.

Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading 1 per cent up at USD 62.31 per barrel.

Elsewhere in Asia, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was down 0.26 per cent, Japan's Nikkei fell 0.97 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index edged higher by 0.04 per cent in early trade.

On Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average index rose 287.97 points, or 1.13 per cent, to 25,826.43 on Monday.

The BSE benchmark Sensex dropped over 100 points in early trade Tuesday amid mixed cues from other Asian markets, rising crude prices, weak rupee and heavy selling by domestic institutional investors.

The BSE benchmark Sensex dropped over 100 points in early trade Tuesday amid mixed cues from other Asian markets, rising crude prices, weak rupee and heavy selling by domestic institutional investors. The 30-share index was trading 133.27 points, or 0.37 per cent, lower at 36,107.73 at 0945 hrs. The index had closed with a marginal gain of 47 points at 36,241 Monday. In a similar movement, the NSE Nifty was trading 31.20 points, or 0.29 per cent, down at 10,852.55. Investors turned cautious after the euphoria over US-China trade settled, and uncertainty over negotiations between the two countries during the next 90 days rose. The White House announced after talks between President Donald Trump and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Saturday that a tariff hike that had been due on January 1 would be suspended for three months while the two sides negotiate a resolution. US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping agreed to a truce and halted their tariff war at the G20 meet. Market is also in wait-and-watch mode ahead of the outcome of the Reserve Bank of India's fifth bimonthly monetary policy meeting for 2018-19. Top losers include HDFC, M&M, NTPC, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Adani Ports, PowerGrid, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Industries, falling up to 2 per cent. While, gainers include Yes Bank, ONGC, Hero MotoCorp, Sun Pharma, Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, Coal India, Infosys, TCS, ICICI Bank and Asian Paints, rising up to 2 per cent. On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 293.12 crore Monday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net sellers to the tune of Rs 806.45 crore, provisional data available with BSE showed. The rupee, meanwhile, depreciated 9 paise to 70.55 against the US dollar in early trade at the interbank foreign exchange, amid strengthening of the US dollar and rise in crude oil prices. Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading 1 per cent up at USD 62.31 per barrel. Elsewhere in Asia, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was down 0.26 per cent, Japan's Nikkei fell 0.97 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index edged higher by 0.04 per cent in early trade. On Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average index rose 287.97 points, or 1.13 per cent, to 25,826.43 on Monday.

Sensex drops over 100 points on weak global cues, rising crude prices

The Indian stock market indices BSE Sensex and NSE’s Nifty declined on Tuesday, breaking a six-day winning streak.

The BSE Sensex closed 106.69 points, or 0.29%, down at 36,134.31 and the Nifty 50 ended 14.25 points, or 0.13%, lower at 10,869.50.

The Reserve Bank of India is likely to keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.50 per cent in its fifth bi-monthly monetary policy review on December 5 in the backdrop of retail inflation declining to a one-year low in October and the GDP growing at a slower-than-expected rate in the second quarter.

Oil prices extended bigger gains from the previous day amid expected OPEC-led supply cuts and a mandated reduction in Canadian output. Brent crude oil futures were up 51 cents, or 0.8 per cent, at $62.20 per barrel.

On Monday, domestic markets like stock markets across the world reacted well to signs of easing US-China trade tension as the two countries agreed to halt additional tariffs.

But the domestic markets ended on a flat note on Monday due to the release of weak macro data.

The Indian stock market indices BSE Sensex and NSE’s Nifty declined on Tuesday, breaking a six-day winning streak. The BSE Sensex closed 106.69 points, or 0.29%, down at 36,134.

The Indian stock market indices BSE Sensex and NSE’s Nifty declined on Tuesday, breaking a six-day winning streak. The BSE Sensex closed 106.69 points, or 0.29%, down at 36,134.31 and the Nifty 50 ended 14.25 points, or 0.13%, lower at 10,869.50. The Reserve Bank of India is likely to keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.50 per cent in its fifth bi-monthly monetary policy review on December 5 in the backdrop of retail inflation declining to a one-year low in October and the GDP growing at a slower-than-expected rate in the second quarter. Oil prices extended bigger gains from the previous day amid expected OPEC-led supply cuts and a mandated reduction in Canadian output. Brent crude oil futures were up 51 cents, or 0.8 per cent, at $62.20 per barrel. On Monday, domestic markets like stock markets across the world reacted well to signs of easing US-China trade tension as the two countries agreed to halt additional tariffs. But the domestic markets ended on a flat note on Monday due to the release of weak macro data.

Sensex closes at 36,134.31; Nifty ends at 10,869.50

The rupee depreciated by 50 paise to 70.08 against the US dollar in early trade Monday at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas.

Forex traders said besides increased demand of the US currency from importers, the dollar's strength against some currencies overseas weighed on the rupee but a higher opening of the domestic equity markets capped the losses.

The rupee opened lower at 69.87 against the dollar then dropped further to quote at 70.08, down 50 paise over its previous close.

The rupee had strengthened by 27 paise to close at a four-month high of 69.58 against the US currency Friday.

The benchmark BSE Sensex opened over 250 points higher Monday on positive global cues after US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart

Xi Jinping ended the trade war and agreed to a truce.&nbsp;

The 30-share index was trading 132.25 points or 0.37 per cent, higher at 36,326.55. In a similar movement, the NSE Nifty was trading 30.80 points, or 0.28 per cent, up at 10,907.55.&nbsp;

Forex traders said a rise in crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows also weighed on the domestic currency.

On net basis, foreign funds sold shares worth Rs 332.62 crore, while DIIs purchased share to the tune of Rs 1,489.65 crore Friday, provisional data showed.

Globally, Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading 4.78 per cent up at 62.30 per barrel.&nbsp; 
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The rupee depreciated by 50 paise to 70.08 against the US dollar in early trade Monday at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas.

The rupee depreciated by 50 paise to 70.08 against the US dollar in early trade Monday at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas. Forex traders said besides increased demand of the US currency from importers, the dollar's strength against some currencies overseas weighed on the rupee but a higher opening of the domestic equity markets capped the losses. The rupee opened lower at 69.87 against the dollar then dropped further to quote at 70.08, down 50 paise over its previous close. The rupee had strengthened by 27 paise to close at a four-month high of 69.58 against the US currency Friday. The benchmark BSE Sensex opened over 250 points higher Monday on positive global cues after US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping ended the trade war and agreed to a truce. The 30-share index was trading 132.25 points or 0.37 per cent, higher at 36,326.55. In a similar movement, the NSE Nifty was trading 30.80 points, or 0.28 per cent, up at 10,907.55. Forex traders said a rise in crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows also weighed on the domestic currency. On net basis, foreign funds sold shares worth Rs 332.62 crore, while DIIs purchased share to the tune of Rs 1,489.65 crore Friday, provisional data showed. Globally, Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading 4.78 per cent up at 62.30 per barrel.

Rupee falls 50 paise to 70.08 against strengthening dollar

Indian markets on Monday opened in green with Sensex at 36,396.69 in morning trade, rising around 200 points from its previous close of 36194.30 on Friday.

Nifty, on the other hand, opened at 10930.70, up by around 50 points from its previous close of 10876.75.

Elsewhere in Asia, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 2.68 per cent, Japan's Nikkei gained 1.30 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index edged higher by 2.91 per cent in early trade.

On Wall Street, The Dow Jones Industrial Average index rose 199.62 points, or 0.79 per cent, to 25,538.46 on Friday.

The BSE Sensex pared initial gains Friday to end modestly higher at 36,194.30 points on profit-booking by investors amid mixed global cues, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;

The broader NSE Nifty jumped 18.05 points, or 0.17 per cent, to 10,876.75.

During the week, the Sensex gained 1,213.28 points, or 2.34 per cent, while the Nifty rose 350 points or 3.32 per cent.

Indian markets on Monday opened in green with Sensex at 36,396.69 in morning trade, rising around 200 points from its previous close of 36194.30 on Friday. Nifty, on the other hand, opened at 10930.

Indian markets on Monday opened in green with Sensex at 36,396.69 in morning trade, rising around 200 points from its previous close of 36194.30 on Friday. Nifty, on the other hand, opened at 10930.70, up by around 50 points from its previous close of 10876.75. Elsewhere in Asia, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 2.68 per cent, Japan's Nikkei gained 1.30 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index edged higher by 2.91 per cent in early trade. On Wall Street, The Dow Jones Industrial Average index rose 199.62 points, or 0.79 per cent, to 25,538.46 on Friday. The BSE Sensex pared initial gains Friday to end modestly higher at 36,194.30 points on profit-booking by investors amid mixed global cues, news agency PTI reported. The broader NSE Nifty jumped 18.05 points, or 0.17 per cent, to 10,876.75. During the week, the Sensex gained 1,213.28 points, or 2.34 per cent, while the Nifty rose 350 points or 3.32 per cent.

Markets open in green, Sensex surges over 200 points

Stocks rose on Monday after a truce in trade relations between the United States and China, while shares in Hindustan Unilever jumped after its deal involving GlaxoSmithKline's Horlicks nutrition business.

The broader NSE Nifty closed 0.06 per cent higher at 10,883.75, while the benchmark Sensex index ended 0.13 higher at 36,241. Both indexes marked their sixth successive session of gains.

Hindustan Unilever jumped 4.1 per cent to its best ever closing level after a deal announced by its Anglo-Dutch parent Unilever to buy GlaxoSmithKline`s Indian Horlicks business for $3.8 billion.

Meanwhile, shares in Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, India`s top drug manufacturer by market value, slid 7.6 per cent after a report of a regulatory probe against the company.

Stocks rose on Monday after a truce in trade relations between the United States and China, while shares in Hindustan Unilever jumped after its deal involving GlaxoSmithKline's Horlicks nutrition business.

Stocks rose on Monday after a truce in trade relations between the United States and China, while shares in Hindustan Unilever jumped after its deal involving GlaxoSmithKline's Horlicks nutrition business. The broader NSE Nifty closed 0.06 per cent higher at 10,883.75, while the benchmark Sensex index ended 0.13 higher at 36,241. Both indexes marked their sixth successive session of gains. Hindustan Unilever jumped 4.1 per cent to its best ever closing level after a deal announced by its Anglo-Dutch parent Unilever to buy GlaxoSmithKline`s Indian Horlicks business for $3.8 billion. Meanwhile, shares in Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, India`s top drug manufacturer by market value, slid 7.6 per cent after a report of a regulatory probe against the company.

Nifty, Sensex up for sixth day, Hindustan Unilever gets Horlicks boost

The benchmark BSE Sensex gained over 150 points and the NSE Nifty began the December derivatives series by hitting the 10,900 mark in early trade Friday on positive cues from other Asian bourses ahead of the two-day G20 Summit.

Rupee's rally to a three-month high also supported the upmove in the domestic stock market. The domestic unit gained 21 paise to 69.64 against the US dollar.

The 30-share index rose 175.75 points, or 0.49 per cent, to trade at 36,346.16.

In a similar movement, the NSE Nifty breached the 10,900 mark, and was trading 50.45 points, or 0.46 per cent, higher at 10,909.15.

"Markets have been on an uptrend in November, with Nifty gaining 7-8 per cent from 10,100 levels. This is its highest gain in a month," said Rahul Mishra, AVP (Derivatives), Emkay Global Financial Services.

Rupee appreciation and crude oil prices provided a good support to the market, he added.

Pharma, banking, realty and IT stocks were the biggest gainers on bourses in early session.

Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading 0.42 per cent up at USD 59.76 per barrel.

Top gainers include Yes Bank, Wipro, M&amp;M, ONGC, Infosys, SBI, Maruti, HUL, TCS, Bharti Airtel, PowerGrid and Sun Pharma, rising up to 5 per cent.

While, Tata Motors, Adani Ports, Vedanta, NTPC, Coal India, HDFC Bank, Tata Steel, IndusInd Bank, L&amp;T and Kotak Bank were among the top losers, falling up to 3 per cent.

On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 823.47 crore Thursday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 973.31 crore, provisional data available with BSE showed.

Overseas, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 0.68 per cent, Japan's Nikkei gained 0.23 per cent and the Shanghai Composite Index edged higher by 0.23 per cent in early trade.

On Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.11 per cent, to 25,338.84, on Thursday.

The benchmark BSE Sensex gained over 150 points and the NSE Nifty began the December derivatives series by hitting the 10,900 mark in early trade Friday on positive cues from other Asian bourses ahead of the two-day G20 Summit.

The benchmark BSE Sensex gained over 150 points and the NSE Nifty began the December derivatives series by hitting the 10,900 mark in early trade Friday on positive cues from other Asian bourses ahead of the two-day G20 Summit. Rupee's rally to a three-month high also supported the upmove in the domestic stock market. The domestic unit gained 21 paise to 69.64 against the US dollar. The 30-share index rose 175.75 points, or 0.49 per cent, to trade at 36,346.16. In a similar movement, the NSE Nifty breached the 10,900 mark, and was trading 50.45 points, or 0.46 per cent, higher at 10,909.15. "Markets have been on an uptrend in November, with Nifty gaining 7-8 per cent from 10,100 levels. This is its highest gain in a month," said Rahul Mishra, AVP (Derivatives), Emkay Global Financial Services. Rupee appreciation and crude oil prices provided a good support to the market, he added. Pharma, banking, realty and IT stocks were the biggest gainers on bourses in early session. Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading 0.42 per cent up at USD 59.76 per barrel. Top gainers include Yes Bank, Wipro, M&M, ONGC, Infosys, SBI, Maruti, HUL, TCS, Bharti Airtel, PowerGrid and Sun Pharma, rising up to 5 per cent. While, Tata Motors, Adani Ports, Vedanta, NTPC, Coal India, HDFC Bank, Tata Steel, IndusInd Bank, L&T and Kotak Bank were among the top losers, falling up to 3 per cent. On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 823.47 crore Thursday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 973.31 crore, provisional data available with BSE showed. Overseas, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 0.68 per cent, Japan's Nikkei gained 0.23 per cent and the Shanghai Composite Index edged higher by 0.23 per cent in early trade. On Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.11 per cent, to 25,338.84, on Thursday.

Sensex rises over 150 points, Nifty hits 10,900 mark

The BSE Sensex pared initial gains Friday to end modestly higher at 36,194.30 points on profit-booking by investors amid mixed global cues.

Trading sentiment was mixed ahead of the two-day G20 summit in Argentina and expectation of oil production cut in the upcoming OPEC meet, analysts said.

The 30-share Sensex settled 23.89 points, or 0.07 per cent, higher at 36,194.30, while the broader NSE Nifty jumped 18.05 points, or 0.17 per cent, to 10,876.75.

During the week, the Sensex gained 1,213.28 points, or 2.34 per cent, while the Nifty rose 350 points, or 3.32 per cent.

Yes Bank, Wipro, Kotak Bank, M&amp;M, Sun Pharma, Maruti, HDFC, Hero MotoCorp, Infosys, TCS, L&amp;T, Bajaj Auto and HUL were among the top gainers, rising up to 6 per cent.

On the other hand, Tata Motors, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Vedanta, NTPC, Bharti Airtel, Coal India, Adani Ports, Tata Steel, Axis Bank, PowerGrid and SBI were among the top losers, falling up to 3 per cent.

Sector-wise, realty, pharma and IT indices rose up to 2 per cent, while banking and metal stocks fell up to 0.55 per cent.

Investors also turned cautious ahead of the gross domestic product (GDP) data scheduled to be released later in the day, traders said.

"The Indian equity market has hit a two-month high, 10-year bond yields are approaching 7.60 per cent levels, and the currency is under Rs 70 per US dollar," said Sunil Sharma, Chief Investment Officer, Sanctum Wealth Management.

"While our domestic macro environment has improved measurably, markets have also reflected the positive sentiment by rallying 8 per cent from the lows set on October 26. Elections loom as a key uncertainty heading into next month," he added.

Meanwhile, the rupee rose for the fourth straight day, up 13 paise at 69.78 against the US dollar intra-day amid weakness in the greenback against some currencies overseas.

On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 823.47 crore Thursday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 973.31 crore, provisional data available with BSE showed.

Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei gained 0.40 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng rose 0.21 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index jumped 0.81 per cent, while Korea's Kospi fell 0.82 per cent.

In Europe, Frankfurt's DAX was down 0.67 per cent, Paris' CAC fell 40 0.49 per cent and London's FTSE shed 0.65 per cent.

The BSE Sensex pared initial gains Friday to end modestly higher at 36,194.30 points on profit-booking by investors amid mixed global cues. Trading sentiment was mixed ahead of the two-day G20 summit in Argentina and expectation of oil production cut in the upcoming OPEC meet, analysts said.

The BSE Sensex pared initial gains Friday to end modestly higher at 36,194.30 points on profit-booking by investors amid mixed global cues. Trading sentiment was mixed ahead of the two-day G20 summit in Argentina and expectation of oil production cut in the upcoming OPEC meet, analysts said. The 30-share Sensex settled 23.89 points, or 0.07 per cent, higher at 36,194.30, while the broader NSE Nifty jumped 18.05 points, or 0.17 per cent, to 10,876.75. During the week, the Sensex gained 1,213.28 points, or 2.34 per cent, while the Nifty rose 350 points, or 3.32 per cent. Yes Bank, Wipro, Kotak Bank, M&M, Sun Pharma, Maruti, HDFC, Hero MotoCorp, Infosys, TCS, L&T, Bajaj Auto and HUL were among the top gainers, rising up to 6 per cent. On the other hand, Tata Motors, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Vedanta, NTPC, Bharti Airtel, Coal India, Adani Ports, Tata Steel, Axis Bank, PowerGrid and SBI were among the top losers, falling up to 3 per cent. Sector-wise, realty, pharma and IT indices rose up to 2 per cent, while banking and metal stocks fell up to 0.55 per cent. Investors also turned cautious ahead of the gross domestic product (GDP) data scheduled to be released later in the day, traders said. "The Indian equity market has hit a two-month high, 10-year bond yields are approaching 7.60 per cent levels, and the currency is under Rs 70 per US dollar," said Sunil Sharma, Chief Investment Officer, Sanctum Wealth Management. "While our domestic macro environment has improved measurably, markets have also reflected the positive sentiment by rallying 8 per cent from the lows set on October 26. Elections loom as a key uncertainty heading into next month," he added. Meanwhile, the rupee rose for the fourth straight day, up 13 paise at 69.78 against the US dollar intra-day amid weakness in the greenback against some currencies overseas. On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 823.47 crore Thursday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 973.31 crore, provisional data available with BSE showed. Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei gained 0.40 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng rose 0.21 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index jumped 0.81 per cent, while Korea's Kospi fell 0.82 per cent. In Europe, Frankfurt's DAX was down 0.67 per cent, Paris' CAC fell 40 0.49 per cent and London's FTSE shed 0.65 per cent.

Sensex ends in green; rupee gains 13 paise

The benchmark BSE Sensex surged over 350 points and the NSE Nifty reclaimed the 10,800 mark in early trade Thursday on positive trend in other Asian bourses as dovish comments from US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell boosted investor sentiment here.

Short-covering of bets on the last session of November futures and options (F&amp;O) derivatives series kept the market mood upbeat.

Rally in rupee, which gained 57 paise against the US dollar, also supported the upmove in the domestic stock market.

The 30-share index, which had gained 203.81 points in the previous sessions, spurted 364.32 points, or 1.02 per cent, to trade at 36,081.27.

The NSE Nifty was also trading 80.30 points, or 0.74 per cent, higher at 10,809.15.

Major gainers were Vedanta, RIL, Tata Steel, ITC, PowerGrid, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, SBI, HUL and ICICI Bank, rising up to 3.81 per cent. 
While, Yes Bank fell 4.55 per cent, ONGC 1.89 per cent, Coal India 1.27 per cent, TCS 0.93 per cent and Infosys 0.35 per cent.

Metal, FMCG, power, banking, auto, consumer durables, healthcare, capital goods, realty, oil and gas and PSU sector stocks were leading the market rally. 
Brokers said that the market mood remained buoyant, bolstered by foreign institutional investors' buying coupled with a firming trend overseas tracking a Wall Street rally overnight after US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said that the central bank's benchmark interest rate is likely to be near a neutral level.

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 961.26 crore Wednesday, while domestic institutional investors sold shares to the tune of Rs 330.29 crore, provisional data with stock exchanges showed.

Overseas, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 0.83 per cent, Japan's Nikkei gained 0.88 per cent and Shanghai Composite index edged higher by 0.46 per cent in early trade.

On Wall Street, the US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 2.50 per cent up Wednesday.&nbsp;

The benchmark BSE Sensex surged over 350 points and the NSE Nifty reclaimed the 10,800 mark in early trade Thursday on positive trend in other Asian bourses as dovish comments from US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell boosted investor sentiment here.

The benchmark BSE Sensex surged over 350 points and the NSE Nifty reclaimed the 10,800 mark in early trade Thursday on positive trend in other Asian bourses as dovish comments from US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell boosted investor sentiment here. Short-covering of bets on the last session of November futures and options (F&O) derivatives series kept the market mood upbeat. Rally in rupee, which gained 57 paise against the US dollar, also supported the upmove in the domestic stock market. The 30-share index, which had gained 203.81 points in the previous sessions, spurted 364.32 points, or 1.02 per cent, to trade at 36,081.27. The NSE Nifty was also trading 80.30 points, or 0.74 per cent, higher at 10,809.15. Major gainers were Vedanta, RIL, Tata Steel, ITC, PowerGrid, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Auto, Tata Motors, SBI, HUL and ICICI Bank, rising up to 3.81 per cent. While, Yes Bank fell 4.55 per cent, ONGC 1.89 per cent, Coal India 1.27 per cent, TCS 0.93 per cent and Infosys 0.35 per cent. Metal, FMCG, power, banking, auto, consumer durables, healthcare, capital goods, realty, oil and gas and PSU sector stocks were leading the market rally. Brokers said that the market mood remained buoyant, bolstered by foreign institutional investors' buying coupled with a firming trend overseas tracking a Wall Street rally overnight after US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said that the central bank's benchmark interest rate is likely to be near a neutral level. Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 961.26 crore Wednesday, while domestic institutional investors sold shares to the tune of Rs 330.29 crore, provisional data with stock exchanges showed. Overseas, Hong Kong's Hang Seng was up 0.83 per cent, Japan's Nikkei gained 0.88 per cent and Shanghai Composite index edged higher by 0.46 per cent in early trade. On Wall Street, the US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 2.50 per cent up Wednesday.

Sensex soars over 350 points on global cues, F&O expiry

The rupee depreciated by 10 paise to 70.89 against the US dollar in early trade Wednesday at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas.

Forex traders said besides increased demand of the US currency from importers, the dollar's strength against some currencies overseas weighed on the rupee but a higher opening of the domestic equity markets, capped the losses.

The rupee opened lower at 70.88 per dollar against and dropped further to quote at 70.89, 10 paise down over its previous close.

The rupee recovered by 8 paise to close at 70.79 against the US dollar Tuesday on increased selling of the greenback by exporters and softening crude oil prices.

Meanwhile, on net basis, foreign funds bought shares worth Rs 811.52 crore, while DIIs purchased share to the tune of Rs 31.21 crore Tuesday, provisional data showed.

The BSE benchmark Sensex opened on a positive note for the third successive session, rising nearly 200 points, on positive global cues ahead of key G20 and Opec meetings. The NSE Nifty too witnessed similar movement, and was trading 35.20 points, or 0.35 per cent, lower at 10,725.60.&nbsp;

The rupee depreciated by 10 paise to 70.89 against the US dollar in early trade Wednesday at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas.

The rupee depreciated by 10 paise to 70.89 against the US dollar in early trade Wednesday at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas. Forex traders said besides increased demand of the US currency from importers, the dollar's strength against some currencies overseas weighed on the rupee but a higher opening of the domestic equity markets, capped the losses. The rupee opened lower at 70.88 per dollar against and dropped further to quote at 70.89, 10 paise down over its previous close. The rupee recovered by 8 paise to close at 70.79 against the US dollar Tuesday on increased selling of the greenback by exporters and softening crude oil prices. Meanwhile, on net basis, foreign funds bought shares worth Rs 811.52 crore, while DIIs purchased share to the tune of Rs 31.21 crore Tuesday, provisional data showed. The BSE benchmark Sensex opened on a positive note for the third successive session, rising nearly 200 points, on positive global cues ahead of key G20 and Opec meetings. The NSE Nifty too witnessed similar movement, and was trading 35.20 points, or 0.35 per cent, lower at 10,725.60.

Rupee falls 10 paise to 70.89 against US dollar in early trade

The BSE benchmark Sensex opened on a positive note for the third successive session Wednesday, rising nearly 200 points, on positive global cues as investors await comments from the US Fed and hope for a trade deal between the US and China.

The 30-share Sensex was trading 177.17 points, or 0.50 per cent, higher at 35,690.31.

The NSE Nifty too witnessed similar movement, and was trading 35.20 points, or 0.35 per cent, higher at 10,725.60.

According to analysts, the fall in crude oil prices have catapulted bullish sentiments on the street.

"International markets will focus on the G20 meeting in Buenos Aires next week for cues on the ongoing US-China trade spat," they added.

Top gainers include IndusInd Bank, Infosys, ITC, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Hero MotoCorp, Bharti Airtel, SBI, Asian Paints, TCS, M&amp;M and Bajaj Auto, rising up to 1.93 per cent.

While, Yes Bank was the biggest loser, falling over 4 per cent, after Moody's Investors Service Tuesday downgraded Yes Bank's ratings to non-investment grade and changed the bank's outlook to negative from stable on the back of various resignations from the board.

Reports that the sparring promoters of Yes Bank were inching towards a truce failed to lift the stock as there was no clarity over the exact status of the talks with one camp claiming it was at an advanced stage and the other not being on the same page.

Sources close to Rana Kapoor Tuesday evening claimed that settlement talks were at an "advanced stage", while the Madhu Kapur family maintained that the "discussions are still on".

"It is an over five-year-old battle and it will take time for a consensus to emerge. We are not anywhere near a consensus now," sources close to the Madhu Kapur family told PTI.

Other losers include, ONGC, NTPC, Coal India, Tata Motors, Adani Ports, Wipro, Vedanta and Axis Bank, falling up to 1.33 per cent.

Meanwhile, the rupee depreciated by 10 paise to 70.89 against the US dollar in early trade at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas.

On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 811.52 crore and domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 31.21 crore, provisional data available with BSE suggested.

Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei rose 0.89 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.86 per cent, and Taiwan Capitalization Weighted Stock Index rose 0.44 per cent.

In the US, The Dow Jones Industrial Average index rose 108.49 points, or 0.44 per cent, to 24,748.73 on Tuesday.&nbsp;

The BSE benchmark Sensex opened on a positive note for the third successive session Wednesday, rising nearly 200 points, on positive global cues as investors await comments from the US Fed and hope for a trade deal between the US and China.

The BSE benchmark Sensex opened on a positive note for the third successive session Wednesday, rising nearly 200 points, on positive global cues as investors await comments from the US Fed and hope for a trade deal between the US and China. The 30-share Sensex was trading 177.17 points, or 0.50 per cent, higher at 35,690.31. The NSE Nifty too witnessed similar movement, and was trading 35.20 points, or 0.35 per cent, higher at 10,725.60. According to analysts, the fall in crude oil prices have catapulted bullish sentiments on the street. "International markets will focus on the G20 meeting in Buenos Aires next week for cues on the ongoing US-China trade spat," they added. Top gainers include IndusInd Bank, Infosys, ITC, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Hero MotoCorp, Bharti Airtel, SBI, Asian Paints, TCS, M&M and Bajaj Auto, rising up to 1.93 per cent. While, Yes Bank was the biggest loser, falling over 4 per cent, after Moody's Investors Service Tuesday downgraded Yes Bank's ratings to non-investment grade and changed the bank's outlook to negative from stable on the back of various resignations from the board. Reports that the sparring promoters of Yes Bank were inching towards a truce failed to lift the stock as there was no clarity over the exact status of the talks with one camp claiming it was at an advanced stage and the other not being on the same page. Sources close to Rana Kapoor Tuesday evening claimed that settlement talks were at an "advanced stage", while the Madhu Kapur family maintained that the "discussions are still on". "It is an over five-year-old battle and it will take time for a consensus to emerge. We are not anywhere near a consensus now," sources close to the Madhu Kapur family told PTI. Other losers include, ONGC, NTPC, Coal India, Tata Motors, Adani Ports, Wipro, Vedanta and Axis Bank, falling up to 1.33 per cent. Meanwhile, the rupee depreciated by 10 paise to 70.89 against the US dollar in early trade at the interbank foreign exchange amid strengthening of the US dollar against some currencies overseas. On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) bought shares worth Rs 811.52 crore and domestic institutional investors (DIIs) were net buyers to the tune of Rs 31.21 crore, provisional data available with BSE suggested. Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei rose 0.89 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.86 per cent, and Taiwan Capitalization Weighted Stock Index rose 0.44 per cent. In the US, The Dow Jones Industrial Average index rose 108.49 points, or 0.44 per cent, to 24,748.73 on Tuesday.

Sensex rises nearly 200 points on positive global cues

Shares closed higher for the third straight session on Wednesday, helped by IT stocks such as Tata Consultancy Services Ltd and Infosys Ltd, although investor sentiment was cautious ahead of the expiry of futures and options contracts later this week.

The broader NSE Nifty closed 0.4 per cent higher at 10,728.85, while the benchmark BSE Sensex ended up 0.57 per cent at 35,716.95.

The Nifty IT index gained 2.9 per cent with TCS rising about 5 per cent and Infosys adding 4.3 per cent.

Meanwhile, state-run lenders fell with the Nifty PSU bank index shedding nearly 2 per cent. Punjab National Bank lost 3.9 per cent, while Bank of Baroda Ltd declined 3.9 per cent.

Private-sector lender Yes Bank Ltd lost the most on both indexes, ending 11.3 per cent lower.

Shares closed higher for the third straight session on Wednesday, helped by IT stocks such as Tata Consultancy Services Ltd and Infosys Ltd, although investor sentiment was cautious ahead of the expiry of futures and options contracts later this week.

Shares closed higher for the third straight session on Wednesday, helped by IT stocks such as Tata Consultancy Services Ltd and Infosys Ltd, although investor sentiment was cautious ahead of the expiry of futures and options contracts later this week. The broader NSE Nifty closed 0.4 per cent higher at 10,728.85, while the benchmark BSE Sensex ended up 0.57 per cent at 35,716.95. The Nifty IT index gained 2.9 per cent with TCS rising about 5 per cent and Infosys adding 4.3 per cent. Meanwhile, state-run lenders fell with the Nifty PSU bank index shedding nearly 2 per cent. Punjab National Bank lost 3.9 per cent, while Bank of Baroda Ltd declined 3.9 per cent. Private-sector lender Yes Bank Ltd lost the most on both indexes, ending 11.3 per cent lower.

Sensex, Nifty extend gains into third session; TCS, Infosys lead

Indian stock markets on Tuesday opened on a flat note with BSE Sensex registering a rise of nearly 40 points in morning trade at 35,394.77.

Nifty, on the other hand, dipped marginally on Tuesday at 10,621.45 over its previous close on Monday at 10,628.60.&nbsp;

On Monday, Indian shares rose about 1 per cent in volatile trading, led by gains in index heavyweights HDFC Bank Ltd and consumer goods giants Hindustan Unilever Ltd and ITC Ltd.

The benchmark BSE Sensex ended 1.07 per cent higher at 35,354.08, while Nifty climbed 0.97 per cent higher to 10,628.60.

Hindustan Unilever jumped nearly 4 per cent. ITC advanced 1.8 per cent.

The domestic markets yesterday opened in green with Sensex registering an increase of over 130 points, at 35,118.09 in morning trade. It crossed over 150 points shortly after opening on Monday.&nbsp;

Nifty, on the other hand, rose by around 41 points at 10,568.30 as compared to its last closing at 10526.75 on Thursday.&nbsp;

Indian stock markets on Tuesday opened on a flat note with BSE Sensex registering a rise of nearly 40 points in morning trade at 35,394.77. Nifty, on the other hand, dipped marginally on Tuesday at 10,621.

Indian stock markets on Tuesday opened on a flat note with BSE Sensex registering a rise of nearly 40 points in morning trade at 35,394.77. Nifty, on the other hand, dipped marginally on Tuesday at 10,621.45 over its previous close on Monday at 10,628.60. On Monday, Indian shares rose about 1 per cent in volatile trading, led by gains in index heavyweights HDFC Bank Ltd and consumer goods giants Hindustan Unilever Ltd and ITC Ltd. The benchmark BSE Sensex ended 1.07 per cent higher at 35,354.08, while Nifty climbed 0.97 per cent higher to 10,628.60. Hindustan Unilever jumped nearly 4 per cent. ITC advanced 1.8 per cent. The domestic markets yesterday opened in green with Sensex registering an increase of over 130 points, at 35,118.09 in morning trade. It crossed over 150 points shortly after opening on Monday. Nifty, on the other hand, rose by around 41 points at 10,568.30 as compared to its last closing at 10526.75 on Thursday.

Markets open on flat note, Sensex up by 40 points 

Shares ended higher for a second consecutive session on Tuesday, mirroring the previous session's move of a surge in the last two hours, ahead of the expiry of futures and options contracts later this week.

The Nifty closed up 0.45 per cent at 35,513.14.

The Sensex ended 0.54 per cent higher at 10,685.60.

The sentiment was boosted by IT stocks while shares of metal firms and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd dragged it lower.&nbsp;

Shares ended higher for a second consecutive session on Tuesday, mirroring the previous session's move of a surge in the last two hours, ahead of the expiry of futures and options contracts later this week.

Shares ended higher for a second consecutive session on Tuesday, mirroring the previous session's move of a surge in the last two hours, ahead of the expiry of futures and options contracts later this week. The Nifty closed up 0.45 per cent at 35,513.14. The Sensex ended 0.54 per cent higher at 10,685.60. The sentiment was boosted by IT stocks while shares of metal firms and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd dragged it lower.

Sensex, Nifty end higher for second day; IT stocks lead

Indian stock markets on Monday opened in green with Sensex registering an increase of over 130 points, at 35,118.09 in morning trade. It crossed over 150 points shortly after opening on Monday.&nbsp;

Nifty, on the other hand, rose by around 41 points at 10,568.30 as compared to its last closing at 10526.75 on Thursday.&nbsp;

The BSE Sensex gave up all its early gains in choppy trade Thursday and ended lower for the third straight session by falling over 200 points due to selling in metal, PSU, auto and banking stocks amid fresh fund outflows and a weak trend in the global market, news agency PTI reported.

The 30-share Sensex opened higher at 35,282.33 points and advanced further to the day's high of 35,364.50 on the back of fresh buying by domestic investors amid further strength in the rupee.

It, however, slipped into the negative zone on selling pressure at improved levels, following a weak opening of European equities, and slipped below the 35,000-mark to hit a low of 34,937.98 before closing at 34,981.02, recording a fall of 218.78 points, or 0.62 per cent.

Similarly, NSE Nifty 73.30 points, or 0.69 per cent, to close at 10,526.75. The indices closed with losses for the week, with the Sensex declining 476.14 points, and the broader NSE Nifty falling 155.45 points during the period. 
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Indian stock markets on Monday opened in green with Sensex registering an increase of over 130 points, at 35,118.09 in morning trade. It crossed over 150 points shortly after opening on Monday.

Indian stock markets on Monday opened in green with Sensex registering an increase of over 130 points, at 35,118.09 in morning trade. It crossed over 150 points shortly after opening on Monday. Nifty, on the other hand, rose by around 41 points at 10,568.30 as compared to its last closing at 10526.75 on Thursday. The BSE Sensex gave up all its early gains in choppy trade Thursday and ended lower for the third straight session by falling over 200 points due to selling in metal, PSU, auto and banking stocks amid fresh fund outflows and a weak trend in the global market, news agency PTI reported. The 30-share Sensex opened higher at 35,282.33 points and advanced further to the day's high of 35,364.50 on the back of fresh buying by domestic investors amid further strength in the rupee. It, however, slipped into the negative zone on selling pressure at improved levels, following a weak opening of European equities, and slipped below the 35,000-mark to hit a low of 34,937.98 before closing at 34,981.02, recording a fall of 218.78 points, or 0.62 per cent. Similarly, NSE Nifty 73.30 points, or 0.69 per cent, to close at 10,526.75. The indices closed with losses for the week, with the Sensex declining 476.14 points, and the broader NSE Nifty falling 155.45 points during the period.

Markets open in green, Sensex surges over 150 points

Shares rose about 1 per cent on Monday in volatile trading, led by gains in index heavyweights HDFC Bank Ltd and consumer goods giants Hindustan Unilever Ltd and ITC Ltd.

The benchmark BSE Sensex ended 1.07 per cent higher at 35,354.08, while Nifty climbed 0.97 per cent higher to 10,628.60.

Hindustan Unilever jumped nearly 4 per cent. ITC advanced 1.8 per cent.

Shares rose about 1 per cent on Monday in volatile trading, led by gains in index heavyweights HDFC Bank Ltd and consumer goods giants Hindustan Unilever Ltd and ITC Ltd.

Shares rose about 1 per cent on Monday in volatile trading, led by gains in index heavyweights HDFC Bank Ltd and consumer goods giants Hindustan Unilever Ltd and ITC Ltd. The benchmark BSE Sensex ended 1.07 per cent higher at 35,354.08, while Nifty climbed 0.97 per cent higher to 10,628.60. Hindustan Unilever jumped nearly 4 per cent. ITC advanced 1.8 per cent.

Sensex rises 373 points, Nifty settles above 10,600 

The benchmark BSE Sensex recovered over 100 points in early trade on fresh gains in bluechips like Infosys, RIL, TCS and HDFC amid rising rupee and easing crude prices.

The 30-share index bounced by 134.93 points, or 0.38 per cent to 35,334.73, with sectoral indices led by IT, teck, FMCG and oil and gas stocks advancing up to 1.15 per cent.

The barometer had lost over 575 points in the previous two sessions.

Also, the NSE Nifty was up 36.75 points, or 0.36 per cent, at 10,636.80.

Brokers said fresh buying by domestic institutional investors (DIIs) and retailers, coupled with strengthening rupee against the US dollar and falling global crude oil prices, influenced trading sentiments here. 
Negative Asian cues, however, capped the gains.

The rupee rose by 35 paise to trade at 71.11 against the dollar in early trade at the interbank forex market Thursday.

Prominent gainers were TCS, Yes Bank, ONGC, Vedanta, Wipro, HDFC, Adani Ports, RIL, IndusInd Bank, L&amp;T, HUL, Tata Motors, ITC and HDFC Bank, rising up to 1.57 per cent.

However, Bharti Airtel emerged worst Sensex performer, falling over 2 per cent, followed by M&amp;M PowerGrid, Tata Steel and SBI.

Meanwhile, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 606.73 crore, while foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares to the tune of Rs 1,652.04 crore Wednesday, provisional data showed.

Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei fell 0.02 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.55 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng dropped 0.31 per cent and Singapore declined 0.30 per cent in early trade.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average gave up initial gains to end almost flat Wednesday.

The benchmark BSE Sensex recovered over 100 points in early trade on fresh gains in bluechips like Infosys, RIL, TCS and HDFC amid rising rupee and easing crude prices.

The benchmark BSE Sensex recovered over 100 points in early trade on fresh gains in bluechips like Infosys, RIL, TCS and HDFC amid rising rupee and easing crude prices. The 30-share index bounced by 134.93 points, or 0.38 per cent to 35,334.73, with sectoral indices led by IT, teck, FMCG and oil and gas stocks advancing up to 1.15 per cent. The barometer had lost over 575 points in the previous two sessions. Also, the NSE Nifty was up 36.75 points, or 0.36 per cent, at 10,636.80. Brokers said fresh buying by domestic institutional investors (DIIs) and retailers, coupled with strengthening rupee against the US dollar and falling global crude oil prices, influenced trading sentiments here. Negative Asian cues, however, capped the gains. The rupee rose by 35 paise to trade at 71.11 against the dollar in early trade at the interbank forex market Thursday. Prominent gainers were TCS, Yes Bank, ONGC, Vedanta, Wipro, HDFC, Adani Ports, RIL, IndusInd Bank, L&T, HUL, Tata Motors, ITC and HDFC Bank, rising up to 1.57 per cent. However, Bharti Airtel emerged worst Sensex performer, falling over 2 per cent, followed by M&M PowerGrid, Tata Steel and SBI. Meanwhile, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 606.73 crore, while foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares to the tune of Rs 1,652.04 crore Wednesday, provisional data showed. Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei fell 0.02 per cent, Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.55 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng dropped 0.31 per cent and Singapore declined 0.30 per cent in early trade. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average gave up initial gains to end almost flat Wednesday.

Sensex extends gains to over 100 points, Nifty above 10,600

The BSE Sensex gave up all its early gains in choppy trade Thursday and ended lower for the third straight session by falling over 200 points due to selling in metal, PSU, auto and banking stocks amid fresh fund outflows and a weak trend in the global market.

The 30-share Sensex opened higher at 35,282.33 points and advanced further to the day's high of 35,364.50 on the back of fresh buying by domestic investors amid further strength in the rupee.

It, however, slipped into the negative zone on selling pressure at improved levels, following a weak opening of European equities, and slipped below the 35,000-mark to hit a low of 34,937.98 before closing at 34,981.02, recording a fall of 218.78 points, or 0.62 per cent.

The gauge had lost 575 points in the previous two sessions.

Similarly, NSE Nifty 73.30 points, or 0.69 per cent, to close at 10,526.75.

The indices closed with losses for the week, with the Sensex declining 476.14 points, and the broader NSE Nifty falling 155.45 points during the period.

Investor sentiment remained weak in line with extended losses at other Asian markets on worries about slowing global growth in the face of rising US interest rates and escalating US-China trade tensions, brokers said.

Offloading of positions by participants ahead of the long weekend as markets will remain closed Friday on account of "Guru Nanak Jayanti", too, negatively impacted investor sentiment here, they added.

The Indian currency continued its upward rising streak for the seventh straight day by rising 45 paise to 71.01 in late afternoon trade against the American currency (intra-day) at the interbank forex market.

Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares to the tune of Rs 1,652.04 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 606.73 crore, Wednesday, provisional data showed.

The BSE Sensex gave up all its early gains in choppy trade Thursday and ended lower for the third straight session by falling over 200 points due to selling in metal, PSU, auto and banking stocks amid fresh fund outflows and a weak trend in the global market.

The BSE Sensex gave up all its early gains in choppy trade Thursday and ended lower for the third straight session by falling over 200 points due to selling in metal, PSU, auto and banking stocks amid fresh fund outflows and a weak trend in the global market. The 30-share Sensex opened higher at 35,282.33 points and advanced further to the day's high of 35,364.50 on the back of fresh buying by domestic investors amid further strength in the rupee. It, however, slipped into the negative zone on selling pressure at improved levels, following a weak opening of European equities, and slipped below the 35,000-mark to hit a low of 34,937.98 before closing at 34,981.02, recording a fall of 218.78 points, or 0.62 per cent. The gauge had lost 575 points in the previous two sessions. Similarly, NSE Nifty 73.30 points, or 0.69 per cent, to close at 10,526.75. The indices closed with losses for the week, with the Sensex declining 476.14 points, and the broader NSE Nifty falling 155.45 points during the period. Investor sentiment remained weak in line with extended losses at other Asian markets on worries about slowing global growth in the face of rising US interest rates and escalating US-China trade tensions, brokers said. Offloading of positions by participants ahead of the long weekend as markets will remain closed Friday on account of "Guru Nanak Jayanti", too, negatively impacted investor sentiment here, they added. The Indian currency continued its upward rising streak for the seventh straight day by rising 45 paise to 71.01 in late afternoon trade against the American currency (intra-day) at the interbank forex market. Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares to the tune of Rs 1,652.04 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 606.73 crore, Wednesday, provisional data showed.

Market erases early gains, Sensex falls over 200 points 

The benchmark BSE Sensex fell over 100 points in early session Wednesday as selloff continues in global markets.&nbsp;

The BSE Sensex opened over 100 points lower today tracking weak global cues. Most IT stocks like Infosys, TCS and Wipro traded with losses of up to 3%.&nbsp;

The NSE Nifty reclaimed the 10,650-mark after initial losses and traded 1.95 points or 0.02% higher at 10,658.15 points.&nbsp;

Yesterday, breaking its three-day rising streak, the BSE Sensex Tuesday fell over 300 points on heavy selling by market participants, in step with a global selloff despite strengthening rupee and easing crude prices.Besides, profit-booking in recent gainers too fuelled the downward trend.The 30-share Sensex, after starting off lower at 35,730.77, continued to slide as selling pressure picked up momentum and hit a low of 35,416.18, before settling 300.37 points, or 0.84 per cent, down at 35,474.51.

The benchmark BSE Sensex fell over 100 points in early session Wednesday as selloff continues in global markets. The BSE Sensex opened over 100 points lower today tracking weak global cues.

The benchmark BSE Sensex fell over 100 points in early session Wednesday as selloff continues in global markets. The BSE Sensex opened over 100 points lower today tracking weak global cues. Most IT stocks like Infosys, TCS and Wipro traded with losses of up to 3%. The NSE Nifty reclaimed the 10,650-mark after initial losses and traded 1.95 points or 0.02% higher at 10,658.15 points. Yesterday, breaking its three-day rising streak, the BSE Sensex Tuesday fell over 300 points on heavy selling by market participants, in step with a global selloff despite strengthening rupee and easing crude prices.Besides, profit-booking in recent gainers too fuelled the downward trend.The 30-share Sensex, after starting off lower at 35,730.77, continued to slide as selling pressure picked up momentum and hit a low of 35,416.18, before settling 300.37 points, or 0.84 per cent, down at 35,474.51.

Sensex opens over 100 points lower, Nifty below 10,650

The BSE benchmark Sensex extended losses for the second session Wednesday by declining over 250 points on heavy selling in IT, teck, metal and auto stocks amid weak global cues. 
Besides, fresh foreign fund outflows further hurt trading sentiments.

However, crude oil's fall to one-year low in the global market on excess supply concerns, capped the fall in the indices.

The 30-share, after rising briefly to 35,494.25 at the outset, quickly slipped into the negative terrain in line with a weak trend at other Asian markets and touched a low of 35,112.49.

However, it pared early losses on emergence of buying after a higher opening of European shares. The index closed 274.71 points, or 0.77 per cent, down at 35,199.80. The gauge had lost 300.37 points Tuesday.

Also, the broader NSE Nifty, after shuttling between 10,562.35 and 10,671.30 points, finally settled 56.15 points, or 0.53 per cent down at 10,600.05.

Sentiments took a hit after broader Asian markets weakened, following a renewed sell-off on Wall Street Tuesday as energy shares dropped after crude oil prices plunged to a 13-month low amid weak earnings and US-China trade disputes, fuelling worries about economic growth, brokers said.

"Wednesday's action accentuates the recent divergence we have witnessed between India and advanced economies. While the Nasdaq Composite is down 7.2 per cent in the past month and the S&amp;P 500 is down 4.6 per cent, the Nifty50 is up 2.8 per cent in the same time," said Sunil Sharma, Chief Investment Officer, Sanctum Wealth Management.&nbsp;

During the day, midcaps rallied strongly while the Nifty ended lower. Separately, the action in PSU banks and financials also suggests that market fears around liquidity and credit rollovers are abating, he added.

Persistent fall in technology stocks globally, and rupee appreciating against the dollar in the past few days, are the key factors fuelling the negative sentiment in IT stocks, brokers said.

Stocks of software services exporter such as TCS, Infosys, Wipro and Tech Mahindra were the worst hit on the bourses with shares falling up to 3.55 per cent.

Other laggards were PowerGrid, RIL, Bajaj Auto, Tata Steel, M&amp;M, Hero MotoCorp, Vedanta, NTPC, IndusInd Bank, L&amp;T, ONGC, HDFC Ltd, ITC Ltd, ICICI Bank, HUL, Bharti Airtel and Coal India, falling up to 2.77 per cent.

Among the gainers, shares of private lender Yes Bank was the top performer, climbing 2.83 per cent after it reassured that the recent resignations bear no impact on the CEO selection process and that efforts are underway for mutual resolution with co-promoter Madhu Kapur and family.

Axis Bank, Adani Ports, SBI, Asian Paints, Maruti Suzuki, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, HDFC Bank and Kotak Bank also ended higher with gains up to 2.20 per cent. 
 
Shares of aviation and oil marketing companies surged due to sharp drop of nearly 7 per cent in global crude oil prices.

Spicejet, Jet Airways and InterGlobe rose up to 5.63 per cent.

Shares of state-run oil marketing companies such as IOC, HPCL and BPCL, gained up to 1.76 per cent.

Brent crude, the oil prices international benchmark, fell 6.92 per cent to USD 62.17 a barrel on Tuesday on excess supply concerns.

Sector-wise, the BSE IT index emerged biggest loser by plunging 2.92 per cent, followed by teck 2.47 per cent, power 1.04 per cent, metal 0.78 per cent, capital goods 0.58 per cent and FMCG 0.26 per cent, oil&amp;gas 0.12 per cent and auto 0.08 per cent.

In contrast, realty, healthcare, consumer durables, bankex, PSU and infrastructure ended higher, rising up to 1.53 per cent.

Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares worth a net of Rs 753.17 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) offloaded shares worth Rs 44.06 crore Tuesday, as per provisional data.

Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei fell 0.35 per cent, Korea's KOSPI down 0.29 per cent and Taiwan fell 0.03 per cent. However, Hong Kong's Hang Seng rose 0.51 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index up 0.21 per cent.

In Europe, most markets remained firm in their early session. Frankfurt's DAX rose 0.86 per cent, while Paris CAC up 0.58 per cent. London's FTSE too gained 0.83 per cent.&nbsp;

The BSE benchmark Sensex extended losses for the second session Wednesday by declining over 250 points on heavy selling in IT, teck, metal and auto stocks amid weak global cues.

The BSE benchmark Sensex extended losses for the second session Wednesday by declining over 250 points on heavy selling in IT, teck, metal and auto stocks amid weak global cues. Besides, fresh foreign fund outflows further hurt trading sentiments. However, crude oil's fall to one-year low in the global market on excess supply concerns, capped the fall in the indices. The 30-share, after rising briefly to 35,494.25 at the outset, quickly slipped into the negative terrain in line with a weak trend at other Asian markets and touched a low of 35,112.49. However, it pared early losses on emergence of buying after a higher opening of European shares. The index closed 274.71 points, or 0.77 per cent, down at 35,199.80. The gauge had lost 300.37 points Tuesday. Also, the broader NSE Nifty, after shuttling between 10,562.35 and 10,671.30 points, finally settled 56.15 points, or 0.53 per cent down at 10,600.05. Sentiments took a hit after broader Asian markets weakened, following a renewed sell-off on Wall Street Tuesday as energy shares dropped after crude oil prices plunged to a 13-month low amid weak earnings and US-China trade disputes, fuelling worries about economic growth, brokers said. "Wednesday's action accentuates the recent divergence we have witnessed between India and advanced economies. While the Nasdaq Composite is down 7.2 per cent in the past month and the S&P 500 is down 4.6 per cent, the Nifty50 is up 2.8 per cent in the same time," said Sunil Sharma, Chief Investment Officer, Sanctum Wealth Management. During the day, midcaps rallied strongly while the Nifty ended lower. Separately, the action in PSU banks and financials also suggests that market fears around liquidity and credit rollovers are abating, he added. Persistent fall in technology stocks globally, and rupee appreciating against the dollar in the past few days, are the key factors fuelling the negative sentiment in IT stocks, brokers said. Stocks of software services exporter such as TCS, Infosys, Wipro and Tech Mahindra were the worst hit on the bourses with shares falling up to 3.55 per cent. Other laggards were PowerGrid, RIL, Bajaj Auto, Tata Steel, M&M, Hero MotoCorp, Vedanta, NTPC, IndusInd Bank, L&T, ONGC, HDFC Ltd, ITC Ltd, ICICI Bank, HUL, Bharti Airtel and Coal India, falling up to 2.77 per cent. Among the gainers, shares of private lender Yes Bank was the top performer, climbing 2.83 per cent after it reassured that the recent resignations bear no impact on the CEO selection process and that efforts are underway for mutual resolution with co-promoter Madhu Kapur and family. Axis Bank, Adani Ports, SBI, Asian Paints, Maruti Suzuki, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors, HDFC Bank and Kotak Bank also ended higher with gains up to 2.20 per cent. Shares of aviation and oil marketing companies surged due to sharp drop of nearly 7 per cent in global crude oil prices. Spicejet, Jet Airways and InterGlobe rose up to 5.63 per cent. Shares of state-run oil marketing companies such as IOC, HPCL and BPCL, gained up to 1.76 per cent. Brent crude, the oil prices international benchmark, fell 6.92 per cent to USD 62.17 a barrel on Tuesday on excess supply concerns. Sector-wise, the BSE IT index emerged biggest loser by plunging 2.92 per cent, followed by teck 2.47 per cent, power 1.04 per cent, metal 0.78 per cent, capital goods 0.58 per cent and FMCG 0.26 per cent, oil&gas 0.12 per cent and auto 0.08 per cent. In contrast, realty, healthcare, consumer durables, bankex, PSU and infrastructure ended higher, rising up to 1.53 per cent. Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold shares worth a net of Rs 753.17 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) offloaded shares worth Rs 44.06 crore Tuesday, as per provisional data. Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei fell 0.35 per cent, Korea's KOSPI down 0.29 per cent and Taiwan fell 0.03 per cent. However, Hong Kong's Hang Seng rose 0.51 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index up 0.21 per cent. In Europe, most markets remained firm in their early session. Frankfurt's DAX rose 0.86 per cent, while Paris CAC up 0.58 per cent. London's FTSE too gained 0.83 per cent.

Sensex drops 275 points, Nifty slips below 10,600 on global sell-off

Shares fell on Tuesday in line with weakness in broader Asia and after the outcome of the central bank board's meet to boost lending failed to impress investors, amid expectations the implementation of the proposed measures will take time.

In its first meeting since the extent of a deep rift between the central bank and the government became public, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Monday its board would support small businesses and give banks more time to step up capital norms. It has also decided to form an expert committee to look into whether RBI reserves are adequate.

The Narendra Modi-led government is concerned that low crop prices and difficulties small businesses face in borrowing may dent its prospects in numerous state elections over coming weeks, and a nationwide election due by May next year.

"Market had built up that the meeting will go smoothly. But, what has come out is something that will take time to materialise and the market always wants immediate action," said AK Prabhakar, head of research at IDBI Capital.

"It is not an immediate solution that will help the market. It is a long-term process. It will happen but will happen at its own speed."

The broader NSE Nifty fell 0.51 per cent to 10,708.05 as of 0545 GMT, while the benchmark BSE Sensex slipped 0.39 per cent to 35,634.52.

"Now, there are fresh fears of a slowdown globally, due to impending Brexit, trade war. All these worries have come back," Prabhakar said.

Asian stock markets slipped on Tuesday, extending sharp overnight losses on Wall Street as technology firms lost on worries about slackening demand. MSCI`s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was largely flat.

State-run lenders weakened, with Nifty PSU bank index down as much as 1.7 per cent. Shares of State Bank of India lost up to 1.7 per cent, while Oriental Bank of Commerce Ltd`s stock fell as much as 5.7 per cent.

Yes Bank Ltd was the top loser on the NSE index after its non-executive and independent director Rentala Chandrashekhar resigned on Monday, in addition to a slew of resignations from its board in last few weeks.

The stock fell as much as 6.5 per cent.

A stronger rupee hurt domestic software services exporters such as Infosys Ltd and Tech Mahindra Ltd, who bill clients in dollars.

The Indian rupee rose in early trade after the RBI board meet outcome removed uncertainty over a growing rift over policy decisions between the government and the apex bank.

Nifty IT index fell 1.8 per cent, while shares of Infosys and Tech Mahindra declined as much as 1 and 3.6 per cent, respectively.

Shares fell on Tuesday in line with weakness in broader Asia and after the outcome of the central bank board's meet to boost lending failed to impress investors, amid expectations the implementation of the proposed measures will take time.

Shares fell on Tuesday in line with weakness in broader Asia and after the outcome of the central bank board's meet to boost lending failed to impress investors, amid expectations the implementation of the proposed measures will take time. In its first meeting since the extent of a deep rift between the central bank and the government became public, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Monday its board would support small businesses and give banks more time to step up capital norms. It has also decided to form an expert committee to look into whether RBI reserves are adequate. The Narendra Modi-led government is concerned that low crop prices and difficulties small businesses face in borrowing may dent its prospects in numerous state elections over coming weeks, and a nationwide election due by May next year. "Market had built up that the meeting will go smoothly. But, what has come out is something that will take time to materialise and the market always wants immediate action," said AK Prabhakar, head of research at IDBI Capital. "It is not an immediate solution that will help the market. It is a long-term process. It will happen but will happen at its own speed." The broader NSE Nifty fell 0.51 per cent to 10,708.05 as of 0545 GMT, while the benchmark BSE Sensex slipped 0.39 per cent to 35,634.52. "Now, there are fresh fears of a slowdown globally, due to impending Brexit, trade war. All these worries have come back," Prabhakar said. Asian stock markets slipped on Tuesday, extending sharp overnight losses on Wall Street as technology firms lost on worries about slackening demand. MSCI`s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was largely flat. State-run lenders weakened, with Nifty PSU bank index down as much as 1.7 per cent. Shares of State Bank of India lost up to 1.7 per cent, while Oriental Bank of Commerce Ltd`s stock fell as much as 5.7 per cent. Yes Bank Ltd was the top loser on the NSE index after its non-executive and independent director Rentala Chandrashekhar resigned on Monday, in addition to a slew of resignations from its board in last few weeks. The stock fell as much as 6.5 per cent. A stronger rupee hurt domestic software services exporters such as Infosys Ltd and Tech Mahindra Ltd, who bill clients in dollars. The Indian rupee rose in early trade after the RBI board meet outcome removed uncertainty over a growing rift over policy decisions between the government and the apex bank. Nifty IT index fell 1.8 per cent, while shares of Infosys and Tech Mahindra declined as much as 1 and 3.6 per cent, respectively.

Nifty, Sensex fall as investors feel RBI's steps will take time to implement

The stock market indices opened lower on Tuesday tracking weak global cues. The&nbsp;Sensex slumped 131 points to 35,643 in the opening trade, while the broader Nifty 50 opened below the psychological 10,750-mark.

Yesterday, BSE benchmark Sensex rallied over 300 points to end at over a six-week high of 35,774.88 as investors widened their portfolios ahead of the RBI's board meet outcome amid foreign fund inflows.

Also, positive cues from other Asian markets and a firm opening in European shares buoyed investor sentiment here.

Meanwhile, Continuing its rising spree for the sixth straight day, the rupee appreciated by another 29 paise to trade at a nearly three-month high of 71.38 against the dollar in opening trade on persistent foreign fund inflows.

The stock market indices opened lower on Tuesday tracking weak global cues. The Sensex slumped 131 points to 35,643 in the opening trade, while the broader Nifty 50 opened below the psychological 10,750-mark.

The stock market indices opened lower on Tuesday tracking weak global cues. The Sensex slumped 131 points to 35,643 in the opening trade, while the broader Nifty 50 opened below the psychological 10,750-mark. Yesterday, BSE benchmark Sensex rallied over 300 points to end at over a six-week high of 35,774.88 as investors widened their portfolios ahead of the RBI's board meet outcome amid foreign fund inflows. Also, positive cues from other Asian markets and a firm opening in European shares buoyed investor sentiment here. Meanwhile, Continuing its rising spree for the sixth straight day, the rupee appreciated by another 29 paise to trade at a nearly three-month high of 71.38 against the dollar in opening trade on persistent foreign fund inflows.

Sensex opens 100 points down, Nifty below 10,750

Breaking its three-day rising streak, the BSE Sensex Tuesday fell over 300 points on heavy selling by market participants, in step with a global selloff despite strengthening rupee and easing crude prices.

Besides, profit-booking in recent gainers too fuelled the downward trend.

Sentiment took a hit on weakness in other Asian and European markets following overnight losses at the Wall Street as technology firms lost on worries over slackening demand, brokers said.

They said, the outcome of the Reserve Bank board's meet also failed to impress investors.

The 30-share Sensex, after starting off lower at 35,730.77, continued to slide as selling pressure picked up momentum and hit a low of 35,416.18, before settling 300.37 points, or 0.84 per cent, down at 35,474.51.

The index had risen 633 points in the last two sessions on the back of increased foreign fund inflows.

The 50-share NSE Nifty too dropped by 107.20 points, or 1 per cent, to 10,656.20. Intra-day, it traded between 10,640.85 and 10,740.85.

The rupee continued its rising spree for the sixth straight day, and strengthened by another 20 paise to trade at nearly three-month high of 71.47 against the dollar in late afternoon trade after the outcome from Monday's RBI board's meet removed uncertainty over a growing rift over policy decisions between the government and the central bank.

Breaking its three-day rising streak, the BSE Sensex Tuesday fell over 300 points on heavy selling by market participants, in step with a global selloff despite strengthening rupee and easing crude prices.

Breaking its three-day rising streak, the BSE Sensex Tuesday fell over 300 points on heavy selling by market participants, in step with a global selloff despite strengthening rupee and easing crude prices. Besides, profit-booking in recent gainers too fuelled the downward trend. Sentiment took a hit on weakness in other Asian and European markets following overnight losses at the Wall Street as technology firms lost on worries over slackening demand, brokers said. They said, the outcome of the Reserve Bank board's meet also failed to impress investors. The 30-share Sensex, after starting off lower at 35,730.77, continued to slide as selling pressure picked up momentum and hit a low of 35,416.18, before settling 300.37 points, or 0.84 per cent, down at 35,474.51. The index had risen 633 points in the last two sessions on the back of increased foreign fund inflows. The 50-share NSE Nifty too dropped by 107.20 points, or 1 per cent, to 10,656.20. Intra-day, it traded between 10,640.85 and 10,740.85. The rupee continued its rising spree for the sixth straight day, and strengthened by another 20 paise to trade at nearly three-month high of 71.47 against the dollar in late afternoon trade after the outcome from Monday's RBI board's meet removed uncertainty over a growing rift over policy decisions between the government and the central bank.

After three-day rally, Sensex falls 300 points

BSE benchmark Sensex rose nearly 200 points in early trade on Monday following gains in auto, metals, consumer durables and banking stocks amid buying by domestic institutional investors.&nbsp;

However, the oil and gas sector traded lower in early trades.

The 30-share index spurted 176.60 points, or 0.50 per cent, to 34,633.76.

Sectoral indices, led by auto, banking metal and healthcare, rose up to 0.80 per cent.

The NSE Nifty too was up by 42.95 points, or 0.40 per cent, at 10,725.15.

Today, the crucial board meeting of the Reserve Bank of India will be in focus, where contentious issues like relaxing norms for PSU banks under Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) and transfer of RBI’s reserves are likely to be discussed. Dr Reddy’s Lab, Yes Bank, Jet Airways, JSW Steel are among top stocks to track today.

In the global markets, Asian shares crept cautiously higher on Monday amid conflicting signals on the chance of a truce in the Sino-U.S. trade dispute, while the Federal Reserve’s new-found concern on the global economy undermined the dollar, said a Reuters report.

Oil prices rose by around one per cent as traders expected top exporter Saudi Arabia to push producer club OPEC to cut supply towards year-end.

BSE benchmark Sensex rose nearly 200 points in early trade on Monday following gains in auto, metals, consumer durables and banking stocks amid buying by domestic institutional investors.

BSE benchmark Sensex rose nearly 200 points in early trade on Monday following gains in auto, metals, consumer durables and banking stocks amid buying by domestic institutional investors. However, the oil and gas sector traded lower in early trades. The 30-share index spurted 176.60 points, or 0.50 per cent, to 34,633.76. Sectoral indices, led by auto, banking metal and healthcare, rose up to 0.80 per cent. The NSE Nifty too was up by 42.95 points, or 0.40 per cent, at 10,725.15. Today, the crucial board meeting of the Reserve Bank of India will be in focus, where contentious issues like relaxing norms for PSU banks under Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) and transfer of RBI’s reserves are likely to be discussed. Dr Reddy’s Lab, Yes Bank, Jet Airways, JSW Steel are among top stocks to track today. In the global markets, Asian shares crept cautiously higher on Monday amid conflicting signals on the chance of a truce in the Sino-U.S. trade dispute, while the Federal Reserve’s new-found concern on the global economy undermined the dollar, said a Reuters report. Oil prices rose by around one per cent as traders expected top exporter Saudi Arabia to push producer club OPEC to cut supply towards year-end.

Sensex rises 200 points, Nifty reclaims 10,700

The BSE benchmark Sensex rallied over 300 points Monday to end at over a six-week high of 35,774.88 as investors widened their portfolios ahead of the RBI's board meet outcome amid foreign fund inflows.

Also, positive cues from other Asian markets and a firm opening in European shares buoyed investor sentiment here.

A crucial meet of the Reserve Bank's central board is underway amid a rift between the central bank and the government over future course of policies.

The finance ministry nominees and some independent directors were expected to take on Patel and his team over issues ranging from MSME credit to the central bank's reserves, though both sides are in favour of reaching a common ground.

Expectations of a positive outcome boosted market mood after the meeting began.

The Sensex started off on a high note at 35,647.62 and continued its upward march to hit a high of 35,818.65 as buying activity gathered momentum. It finally settled 317.72 points, or 0.90 per cent, higher at 35,774.88.

This is the benchmark's highest closing since October 3 when it had closed at 35,975.63. The barometer had gained 315.17 points in the previous two sessions.

Also, the broader NSE Nifty raced past the 10,750-mark to touch a high of 10,774.70 before settling at 10,763.40 points, showing a rise of 81.20 points, or 0.76 per cent.

Top gainers include Yes Bank, ITC, Tata Motors, IndusInd Bank, Reliance Industries and Vedanta, rising up to 7.19 per cent.

While, top losers include ONGC, ICICI Bank, SBI and Asian Paints, falling up to 1.37 per cent.

Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 844.82 crore on Friday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth a net of Rs 372.24 crore, provisional data showed.b

The BSE benchmark Sensex rallied over 300 points Monday to end at over a six-week high of 35,774.88 as investors widened their portfolios ahead of the RBI's board meet outcome amid foreign fund inflows.

The BSE benchmark Sensex rallied over 300 points Monday to end at over a six-week high of 35,774.88 as investors widened their portfolios ahead of the RBI's board meet outcome amid foreign fund inflows. Also, positive cues from other Asian markets and a firm opening in European shares buoyed investor sentiment here. A crucial meet of the Reserve Bank's central board is underway amid a rift between the central bank and the government over future course of policies. The finance ministry nominees and some independent directors were expected to take on Patel and his team over issues ranging from MSME credit to the central bank's reserves, though both sides are in favour of reaching a common ground. Expectations of a positive outcome boosted market mood after the meeting began. The Sensex started off on a high note at 35,647.62 and continued its upward march to hit a high of 35,818.65 as buying activity gathered momentum. It finally settled 317.72 points, or 0.90 per cent, higher at 35,774.88. This is the benchmark's highest closing since October 3 when it had closed at 35,975.63. The barometer had gained 315.17 points in the previous two sessions. Also, the broader NSE Nifty raced past the 10,750-mark to touch a high of 10,774.70 before settling at 10,763.40 points, showing a rise of 81.20 points, or 0.76 per cent. Top gainers include Yes Bank, ITC, Tata Motors, IndusInd Bank, Reliance Industries and Vedanta, rising up to 7.19 per cent. While, top losers include ONGC, ICICI Bank, SBI and Asian Paints, falling up to 1.37 per cent. Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 844.82 crore on Friday, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth a net of Rs 372.24 crore, provisional data showed.b

Sensex rallies over 300 points ahead of RBI board meet outcome

Domestic equities opened on a firm note Friday as the benchmark BSE Sensex surged over 150 points on the back of continued foreign fund inflow and appreciating rupee.

Positive leads from the US markets on optimism that the US and China may resolve their trade dispute, and a mixed trend at other Asian bourses too influenced sentiments here.

The 30-share index spurted 159.17 points, or 0.45 per cent, to 35,419.71 points with sectoral indices, led by healthcare, auto, FMCG, capital goods and banking, rising up to 1.03 per cent.

The barometer had gained 118.55 points Thursday. 
 
The NSE Nifty was trading 41 points, or 0.39 per cent, higher at 10,657.70.

Prominent gainers include Sun Pharma, Axis Bank, Asian Paint, RIL, M&amp;M, Hero MotoCorp, TCS, HDFC Bank, Maruti Suzuki, PowerGrid, ICICI Bank, Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto, NTPC and Bharti Airtel, gaining up to 1.37 per cent.

On the other hand, continuing its fall, Yes Bank was the biggest loser, dropping up to 6 per cent.

ONGC, Infosys, Tata Steel, Vedanta and Adani Ports too fell up to 3 per cent.

Meanwhile, the rupee was trading higher by 10 paise at 71.87 against the American currency in early deals Friday.

There was continued buying by foreign funds for the second straight day Thursday.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) accumulated shares worth a net of Rs 2,043.06 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 165.31 crore Thursday, provisional data showed.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Elsewhere in Asia, Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.71 per cent, Korea's Kospi up 0.20 per cent, while Japan's Nikkei fell 0.52 per cent.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average in the US ended 0.83 per cent higher Thursday.

Domestic equities opened on a firm note Friday as the benchmark BSE Sensex surged over 150 points on the back of continued foreign fund inflow and appreciating rupee.

Domestic equities opened on a firm note Friday as the benchmark BSE Sensex surged over 150 points on the back of continued foreign fund inflow and appreciating rupee. Positive leads from the US markets on optimism that the US and China may resolve their trade dispute, and a mixed trend at other Asian bourses too influenced sentiments here. The 30-share index spurted 159.17 points, or 0.45 per cent, to 35,419.71 points with sectoral indices, led by healthcare, auto, FMCG, capital goods and banking, rising up to 1.03 per cent. The barometer had gained 118.55 points Thursday. The NSE Nifty was trading 41 points, or 0.39 per cent, higher at 10,657.70. Prominent gainers include Sun Pharma, Axis Bank, Asian Paint, RIL, M&M, Hero MotoCorp, TCS, HDFC Bank, Maruti Suzuki, PowerGrid, ICICI Bank, Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto, NTPC and Bharti Airtel, gaining up to 1.37 per cent. On the other hand, continuing its fall, Yes Bank was the biggest loser, dropping up to 6 per cent. ONGC, Infosys, Tata Steel, Vedanta and Adani Ports too fell up to 3 per cent. Meanwhile, the rupee was trading higher by 10 paise at 71.87 against the American currency in early deals Friday. There was continued buying by foreign funds for the second straight day Thursday. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) accumulated shares worth a net of Rs 2,043.06 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 165.31 crore Thursday, provisional data showed. Elsewhere in Asia, Shanghai Composite Index rose 0.71 per cent, Korea's Kospi up 0.20 per cent, while Japan's Nikkei fell 0.52 per cent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average in the US ended 0.83 per cent higher Thursday.

Sensex jumps over 150 pts on funds inflow, global cues

The rupee firmed 10 paise to 71.87 against the US dollar Friday on increased selling of the US currency by exporters and banks.

Besides, weakness in the greenback against some currencies overseas, increased foreign fund inflows and a higher opening of domestic equities supported the rupee, traders said.

Foreign funds bought shares worth a net of Rs 2,043.06 crore Thursday, as per provisional data.

At the interbank forex market, the rupee opened higher at 71.94, and advanced 10 paise to 71.87 against the US dollar.

The rupee had vaulted 34 paise to close at a two-month high of 71.97 against the US dollar Thursday on robust foreign fund inflows amid low crude oil prices.

Meanwhile, the benchmark BSE Sensex rose 96.29 points, or 0.28 per cent, to 35,356.83 in early session Friday.

The rupee firmed 10 paise to 71.87 against the US dollar Friday on increased selling of the US currency by exporters and banks. Besides, weakness in the greenback against some currencies overseas, increased foreign fund inflows and a higher opening of domestic equities supported the rupee, traders said.

The rupee firmed 10 paise to 71.87 against the US dollar Friday on increased selling of the US currency by exporters and banks. Besides, weakness in the greenback against some currencies overseas, increased foreign fund inflows and a higher opening of domestic equities supported the rupee, traders said. Foreign funds bought shares worth a net of Rs 2,043.06 crore Thursday, as per provisional data. At the interbank forex market, the rupee opened higher at 71.94, and advanced 10 paise to 71.87 against the US dollar. The rupee had vaulted 34 paise to close at a two-month high of 71.97 against the US dollar Thursday on robust foreign fund inflows amid low crude oil prices. Meanwhile, the benchmark BSE Sensex rose 96.29 points, or 0.28 per cent, to 35,356.83 in early session Friday.

Rupee rises 10 paise against US dollar to 71.87

The BSE Sensex Friday continued its rising streak for the second day to end at near a four-week high of 35,436.33, fuelled by gains in Reliance Industries and other blue-chips amid continued foreign fund inflows and strengthening rupee.

A higher opening in European shares too influenced sentiments here.

Both benchmark indices - Sensex and Nifty - recorded their third straight weekly gains by rising 298.61 points and 97 points, respectively.

The Sensex opened higher and advanced further to scale the day's high of 35,545.85, but settled at 35,457.16 points, a gain of 196.62 points, or 0.56 per cent, due to profit-taking activity.

This is the highest closing since October 17, when it had closed at 34,779.58. The gauge had risen 119 points in Thursday's trade.

The 50-share NSE Nifty settled 65.50 points, or 0.62 per cent higher, at 10,682.20 after shuttling between 10,695.15 and 10,631.15.

Meanwhile, the rupee was trading higher by 25 paise at 71.72 against the American currency (intra-day) Friday.

Positive leads from other Asian markets tracking overnight gains at Wall Street also boosted investor sentiment.

Continued capital inflows by foreign funds and retail investors kept market's mood upbeat, traders said.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) accumulated shares worth a net of Rs 2,043.06 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 165.31 crore Thursday, provisional data showed.&nbsp;

The BSE Sensex Friday continued its rising streak for the second day to end at near a four-week high of 35,436.33, fuelled by gains in Reliance Industries and other blue-chips amid continued foreign fund inflows and strengthening rupee.

The BSE Sensex Friday continued its rising streak for the second day to end at near a four-week high of 35,436.33, fuelled by gains in Reliance Industries and other blue-chips amid continued foreign fund inflows and strengthening rupee. A higher opening in European shares too influenced sentiments here. Both benchmark indices - Sensex and Nifty - recorded their third straight weekly gains by rising 298.61 points and 97 points, respectively. The Sensex opened higher and advanced further to scale the day's high of 35,545.85, but settled at 35,457.16 points, a gain of 196.62 points, or 0.56 per cent, due to profit-taking activity. This is the highest closing since October 17, when it had closed at 34,779.58. The gauge had risen 119 points in Thursday's trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty settled 65.50 points, or 0.62 per cent higher, at 10,682.20 after shuttling between 10,695.15 and 10,631.15. Meanwhile, the rupee was trading higher by 25 paise at 71.72 against the American currency (intra-day) Friday. Positive leads from other Asian markets tracking overnight gains at Wall Street also boosted investor sentiment. Continued capital inflows by foreign funds and retail investors kept market's mood upbeat, traders said. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) accumulated shares worth a net of Rs 2,043.06 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares worth Rs 165.31 crore Thursday, provisional data showed.

Sensex, Nifty end higher for 2nd session on strong fund inflow, firm rupee

The BSE benchmark Sensex rose over 100 points to 35,257.88 and the NSE Nifty regained 10,600-mark Thursday backed by gains in auto, pharma, energy and financial stocks amid fresh foreign fund inflows and easing global crude prices.

The <a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-economy/rupee-rises-24-paise-against-us-dollar-on-fresh-fund-inflow-easing-crude-prices-177427">appreciating rupee</a> and mixed leads from other Asian markets too influenced sentiment.

The 30-share Sensex rose 115.89 points, or 0.33 per cent, to 35,257.88. It had shed 2.50 points on Wednesday in choppy trade.

The NSE Nifty was trading higher by 30.25 points, or 0.29 per cent, at 10,606.55.

Sentiment turned positive after foreign investors pumped fresh funds into the market and global crude prices eased further, traders said.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 277.38 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares to the tune of Rs 272.34 crore Wednesday, provisional data showed.

Brent crude, the international benchmark fell 0.47 per cent to $ 65.81 per barrel.

The rupee strengthened further by 24 paise to trade at 72.07 against the dollar in the forex market.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Major gainers were Hero MotoCorp, Tata Motors, Infosys, L&amp;T, NTPC, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, TCS, Adani Ports, RIL and PowerGrid, rising up to 1.61 per cent.

While Yes Bank, ONGC, M&amp;M and Tata Steel were the top losers, falling up to 6 per cent.

Sectorally, the BSE IT, teck, consumer durables, capital goods, healthcare, realty and auto indices were trading higher up to 0.73 per cent.

Elsewhere in Asia, Shanghai Composite Index was up 0.58 per cent, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 0.11 per cent. Japan's Nikkei, however, was down 0.25 per cent in the late morning session.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average had lost 0.81 per cent Wednesday amid ongoing concerns over trade, politics and economic growth.&nbsp;

The BSE benchmark Sensex rose over 100 points to 35,257.88 and the NSE Nifty regained 10,600-mark Thursday backed by gains in auto, pharma, energy and financial stocks amid fresh foreign fund inflows and easing global crude prices.

The BSE benchmark Sensex rose over 100 points to 35,257.88 and the NSE Nifty regained 10,600-mark Thursday backed by gains in auto, pharma, energy and financial stocks amid fresh foreign fund inflows and easing global crude prices. The appreciating rupee and mixed leads from other Asian markets too influenced sentiment. The 30-share Sensex rose 115.89 points, or 0.33 per cent, to 35,257.88. It had shed 2.50 points on Wednesday in choppy trade. The NSE Nifty was trading higher by 30.25 points, or 0.29 per cent, at 10,606.55. Sentiment turned positive after foreign investors pumped fresh funds into the market and global crude prices eased further, traders said. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought shares worth a net of Rs 277.38 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares to the tune of Rs 272.34 crore Wednesday, provisional data showed. Brent crude, the international benchmark fell 0.47 per cent to $ 65.81 per barrel. The rupee strengthened further by 24 paise to trade at 72.07 against the dollar in the forex market. Major gainers were Hero MotoCorp, Tata Motors, Infosys, L&T, NTPC, Kotak Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, TCS, Adani Ports, RIL and PowerGrid, rising up to 1.61 per cent. While Yes Bank, ONGC, M&M and Tata Steel were the top losers, falling up to 6 per cent. Sectorally, the BSE IT, teck, consumer durables, capital goods, healthcare, realty and auto indices were trading higher up to 0.73 per cent. Elsewhere in Asia, Shanghai Composite Index was up 0.58 per cent, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 0.11 per cent. Japan's Nikkei, however, was down 0.25 per cent in the late morning session. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average had lost 0.81 per cent Wednesday amid ongoing concerns over trade, politics and economic growth.

Sensex rises over 100 points on fresh fund inflow, Nifty regains 10,600-mark

The BSE benchmark Sensex ended 119 points higher Thursday and the broader Nifty went past the 10,600 mark on positive investor sentiment amid easing crude oil prices and firm rupee.

The 30-share index opened a shade higher at 35,145.75 points, hovered in the range of 35,402 and 35,118.42, before ending the session at 35,260.54, with a gain of 118.55 points, or 0.34 per cent, over its previous close.

The gauge had shed 2.50 points Wednesday in a highly volatile session.

The NSE Nifty also closed 40.40 points, or 0.38 per cent, higher at 10,616.70 after shuttling between 10,646.50 and 10,557.50.

The appreciation in rupee, firming trend in other Asian markets and a higher opening of European equities too influenced market mood here.

Traders said falling crude prices in the global market was a big boost for the economy as it lightens the country's import bill burden, eases inflation and current account deficit concerns.

Global crude oil prices have fallen nearly 30 per cent to USD 65 per barrel from over USD 86 in early October. Brent crude fell 0.47 per cent to USD 65.81 per barrel.

Meanwhile, the rupee strengthened further by 44 paise to trade at 71.87 against the dollar in late afternoon trade in the forex market.

However, profit-booking at higher levels by speculators at the fag-end of the session trimmed some of the day's gains, traders added.

According to analysts, a drop in US 10-year bond yield, followed by the gradual pick up in foreign institutional investor (FII) inflow to domestic market and slide in oil prices eased the concerns of liquidity.

The BSE benchmark Sensex ended 119 points higher Thursday and the broader Nifty went past the 10,600 mark on positive investor sentiment amid easing crude oil prices and firm rupee.

The BSE benchmark Sensex ended 119 points higher Thursday and the broader Nifty went past the 10,600 mark on positive investor sentiment amid easing crude oil prices and firm rupee. The 30-share index opened a shade higher at 35,145.75 points, hovered in the range of 35,402 and 35,118.42, before ending the session at 35,260.54, with a gain of 118.55 points, or 0.34 per cent, over its previous close. The gauge had shed 2.50 points Wednesday in a highly volatile session. The NSE Nifty also closed 40.40 points, or 0.38 per cent, higher at 10,616.70 after shuttling between 10,646.50 and 10,557.50. The appreciation in rupee, firming trend in other Asian markets and a higher opening of European equities too influenced market mood here. Traders said falling crude prices in the global market was a big boost for the economy as it lightens the country's import bill burden, eases inflation and current account deficit concerns. Global crude oil prices have fallen nearly 30 per cent to USD 65 per barrel from over USD 86 in early October. Brent crude fell 0.47 per cent to USD 65.81 per barrel. Meanwhile, the rupee strengthened further by 44 paise to trade at 71.87 against the dollar in late afternoon trade in the forex market. However, profit-booking at higher levels by speculators at the fag-end of the session trimmed some of the day's gains, traders added. According to analysts, a drop in US 10-year bond yield, followed by the gradual pick up in foreign institutional investor (FII) inflow to domestic market and slide in oil prices eased the concerns of liquidity.

Sensex ends 119 points higher, Nifty breaches 10,600 mark

The Sensex turned lower after hitting over 200 points in early trade due to profit-booking by investors at higher levels.

At 10.25 am, the Sensex was trading down by 92.12 points or 0.26 per cent at 35,052.37 and the Nifty down 17.9 points or 0.17 per cent at 10,564.60.

The gauge had gained 332 points on Tuesday.

The NSE Nifty too witnessed similar movement and was trading 1.85 points higher at 10,584.35. The index had risen 68.25 points, or 0.64 per cent, to 10,650.75 in the opening session.

Investors began booking profits at higher levels as indices rallied after Brent crude plunged nearly 7 per cent to a one-year low of USD 65 a barrel, traders said.

Strengthening the rupee, which jumped 67 paise to 72 against the dollar in the forex market, and mixed Asian cues too influenced sentiment. 
Sectorally, oil and gas, PSU, metal indices and bankex were trading in the positive zone with gains of up to 3.26 per cent.

In the Sensex kitty, Sun Pharma, TCS, Infosys, Wipro and Adani Ports dragged benchmark indices by falling up to 4.25 per cent.

While, Asian Paint, Maruti Suzuki, HUL, ONGC, IndusInd Bank, Hero MotoCorp, NTPC, HDFC Ltd, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, RIL, SBI, PowerGrid, Kotak Bank and Vedanta were major gainers, rising by up to 3.89 per cent.

Shares of Tata Steel surged 2.94 per cent after the company Tuesday posted a three-fold surge in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,116.2 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2018.

Shares of oil marketing companies and aviation operators made further headway on falling crude oil prices.

State-run HPCL, BPCL and IOC were trading higher up to 9.39 per cent. 
In the aviation sector, shares of Interglobe Avialtion and Jet Airways gained up to 5.18 per cent.

On a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth Rs 335.78 crore Monday, while foreign institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded shares worth Rs 494.95 crore, as per provisional data.

Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei rose 0.31 per cent, Taiwan Index up 0.14 per cent, while Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.06 per cent.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 0.40 per cent lower Tuesday.&nbsp;

The Sensex turned lower after hitting over 200 points in early trade due to profit-booking by investors at higher levels. At 10.25 am, the Sensex was trading down by 92.

The Sensex turned lower after hitting over 200 points in early trade due to profit-booking by investors at higher levels. At 10.25 am, the Sensex was trading down by 92.12 points or 0.26 per cent at 35,052.37 and the Nifty down 17.9 points or 0.17 per cent at 10,564.60. The gauge had gained 332 points on Tuesday. The NSE Nifty too witnessed similar movement and was trading 1.85 points higher at 10,584.35. The index had risen 68.25 points, or 0.64 per cent, to 10,650.75 in the opening session. Investors began booking profits at higher levels as indices rallied after Brent crude plunged nearly 7 per cent to a one-year low of USD 65 a barrel, traders said. Strengthening the rupee, which jumped 67 paise to 72 against the dollar in the forex market, and mixed Asian cues too influenced sentiment. Sectorally, oil and gas, PSU, metal indices and bankex were trading in the positive zone with gains of up to 3.26 per cent. In the Sensex kitty, Sun Pharma, TCS, Infosys, Wipro and Adani Ports dragged benchmark indices by falling up to 4.25 per cent. While, Asian Paint, Maruti Suzuki, HUL, ONGC, IndusInd Bank, Hero MotoCorp, NTPC, HDFC Ltd, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, RIL, SBI, PowerGrid, Kotak Bank and Vedanta were major gainers, rising by up to 3.89 per cent. Shares of Tata Steel surged 2.94 per cent after the company Tuesday posted a three-fold surge in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,116.2 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2018. Shares of oil marketing companies and aviation operators made further headway on falling crude oil prices. State-run HPCL, BPCL and IOC were trading higher up to 9.39 per cent. In the aviation sector, shares of Interglobe Avialtion and Jet Airways gained up to 5.18 per cent. On a net basis, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought shares worth Rs 335.78 crore Monday, while foreign institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded shares worth Rs 494.95 crore, as per provisional data. Elsewhere in Asia, Japan's Nikkei rose 0.31 per cent, Taiwan Index up 0.14 per cent, while Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.06 per cent. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 0.40 per cent lower Tuesday.

Profit-booking pulls Sensex down 92 points

The benchmark indices turned choppy in morning trade Tuesday and oscillated between gains and losses, driven by better-than-expected macroeconomic data and fresh foreign fund inflows amid global sell-off.

The 30-share index fell over 140 points in opening trade but soon recovered the lost ground to quote higher by 46.12 points or 0.13 per cent at 34,859.11.

Similar movement was seen on the wide-based Nifty, which fell by 42 points, but soon gathered momentum and was trading higher by 21.45 points or 0.20 per cent at 10,503.65.

Traders said the benchmarks opened lower tracking global sell-off, but better-than-expected macroeconomic data supported investor sentiment.

Besides, easing global crude oil prices, which slipped below the USD 70 a barrel mark and recovery in the rupee also supported the uptrend.

The global benchmark, Brent crude was trading down 0.98 per cent at USD 69.43 per barrel.

Meanwhile, the rupee recovered by 29 paise to 72.60 against the US currency in early trade Tuesday.

The 30 share index had lost 425 points in the previous two days.

Sectoral index, led by oil &amp; gas, PSU, metal, power and IT gained up to 1.06 per cent.

Major gainers include Asian Paints, Coal India, Axis Bank, Adani Port, Vedanta, PowerGrid, TCS, Tata Steel and ONGC, rising up to 1.14 per cent.

The losers include, Tata Motors, Sun Pharma, Bharti Airtel, Hindustan Unilever, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Auto and Wipro falling up to 2.26 per cent.

Meanwhile, retail inflation fell to a one-year low of 3.31 per cent in October on the back of cheaper kitchen staples, fruits and protein-rich items, official data released Monday showed.

Industrial production grew at the slowest pace in four months at 4.5 per cent in September mainly due to the poor performance of the mining sector and lower offtake of capital goods.

The industrial production measured in terms of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) was 4.1 per cent in September 2017.

Meanwhile, on a net basis, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought shares worth Rs 832.15 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares of Rs 1,073.84 crore Monday, provisional data showed.

Asian markets were trading lower tracking losses at Wall Street.

Japan's Nikkei plunged 3.21 per cent, Korea's KOSPI fell 1.52 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng down 1.23 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.21 per cent in early trade Tuesday.

The US Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 2.32 per cent Monday.&nbsp;

The benchmark indices turned choppy in morning trade Tuesday and oscillated between gains and losses, driven by better-than-expected macroeconomic data and fresh foreign fund inflows amid global sell-off.

The benchmark indices turned choppy in morning trade Tuesday and oscillated between gains and losses, driven by better-than-expected macroeconomic data and fresh foreign fund inflows amid global sell-off. The 30-share index fell over 140 points in opening trade but soon recovered the lost ground to quote higher by 46.12 points or 0.13 per cent at 34,859.11. Similar movement was seen on the wide-based Nifty, which fell by 42 points, but soon gathered momentum and was trading higher by 21.45 points or 0.20 per cent at 10,503.65. Traders said the benchmarks opened lower tracking global sell-off, but better-than-expected macroeconomic data supported investor sentiment. Besides, easing global crude oil prices, which slipped below the USD 70 a barrel mark and recovery in the rupee also supported the uptrend. The global benchmark, Brent crude was trading down 0.98 per cent at USD 69.43 per barrel. Meanwhile, the rupee recovered by 29 paise to 72.60 against the US currency in early trade Tuesday. The 30 share index had lost 425 points in the previous two days. Sectoral index, led by oil & gas, PSU, metal, power and IT gained up to 1.06 per cent. Major gainers include Asian Paints, Coal India, Axis Bank, Adani Port, Vedanta, PowerGrid, TCS, Tata Steel and ONGC, rising up to 1.14 per cent. The losers include, Tata Motors, Sun Pharma, Bharti Airtel, Hindustan Unilever, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Auto and Wipro falling up to 2.26 per cent. Meanwhile, retail inflation fell to a one-year low of 3.31 per cent in October on the back of cheaper kitchen staples, fruits and protein-rich items, official data released Monday showed. Industrial production grew at the slowest pace in four months at 4.5 per cent in September mainly due to the poor performance of the mining sector and lower offtake of capital goods. The industrial production measured in terms of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) was 4.1 per cent in September 2017. Meanwhile, on a net basis, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought shares worth Rs 832.15 crore, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) sold shares of Rs 1,073.84 crore Monday, provisional data showed. Asian markets were trading lower tracking losses at Wall Street. Japan's Nikkei plunged 3.21 per cent, Korea's KOSPI fell 1.52 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng down 1.23 per cent and Shanghai Composite Index shed 0.21 per cent in early trade Tuesday. The US Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 2.32 per cent Monday.

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