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

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

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

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

After opening at a record high today, domestic stock market indices made a new record high closing, taking cues from the global indices.

Sensex rallied 704 points, or 1.68 per cent to end the day at 42,597 levels. In the intra-day deals, the index hit a high of 42,645.33 levels. NSE's Nifty index, too, surpassed its previous high of 12,430.5 to settle at 12,461, up 198 points, or 1.61 per cent.

ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Infosys, and Reliance Industries (RIL) were the major contributors to the Sensex's gain today. Of 30 constituents, 27 advanced and three declined.&nbsp;

Most market participants are hoping the Biden regime would spell good news for Indian companies, especially IT, and domestic financial markets.

Coming back to domestic factors, investors will also focus on industrial production and inflation data, scheduled to be announced on Thursday.

Global markets

World stocks hit a record high on Monday and the dollar stayed weak as expectations of better global trade ties and more monetary stimulus under US President-elect Joe Biden supported risk appetite.&nbsp;

E-mini futures for the S&amp;P 500 jumped more than 1.4% on Monday. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia Pacific shares outside of Japan jumped 1.3% after hitting its highest since January 2018. European stocks, too, rallied in the trade.&nbsp;

In commodities, oil prices rose more than 2 per cent, with Brent futures topping $40 a barrel.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Reuters)

After opening at a record high today, domestic stock market indices made a new record high closing, taking cues from the global indices. Sensex rallied 704 points, or 1.

After opening at a record high today, domestic stock market indices made a new record high closing, taking cues from the global indices. Sensex rallied 704 points, or 1.68 per cent to end the day at 42,597 levels. In the intra-day deals, the index hit a high of 42,645.33 levels. NSE's Nifty index, too, surpassed its previous high of 12,430.5 to settle at 12,461, up 198 points, or 1.61 per cent. ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Infosys, and Reliance Industries (RIL) were the major contributors to the Sensex's gain today. Of 30 constituents, 27 advanced and three declined. Most market participants are hoping the Biden regime would spell good news for Indian companies, especially IT, and domestic financial markets. Coming back to domestic factors, investors will also focus on industrial production and inflation data, scheduled to be announced on Thursday. Global markets World stocks hit a record high on Monday and the dollar stayed weak as expectations of better global trade ties and more monetary stimulus under US President-elect Joe Biden supported risk appetite. E-mini futures for the S&P 500 jumped more than 1.4% on Monday. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia Pacific shares outside of Japan jumped 1.3% after hitting its highest since January 2018. European stocks, too, rallied in the trade. In commodities, oil prices rose more than 2 per cent, with Brent futures topping $40 a barrel. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex, Nifty end at lifetime closing high amid firm global cues

The Indian stock markets extended gains for a fourth straight session on Thursday with both equity indices soaring 1.78 per cent.

After a strong start, the 30-share BSE index maintained its upward trajectory throughout the session to close at 41,340.16, up 724.02 points or 1.78 per cent. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty zoomed 211.80 points or 1.78 per cent to finish at 12,120.30.

All Sensex components closed in the green. SBI was the top gainer, soaring over 5 per cent, followed by Tata Steel, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv and HCL Tech. Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul and Tokyo ended with significant gains.

Stock exchanges in Europe were also trading on a positive note in early deals. In the forex market, the rupee zoomed 40 paise to close at 74.36 against the US dollar.

Meanwhile, The rupee strengthened by 40 paise to close at 74.36 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday amid indications of Joe Biden's victory in the US presidential elections.

Traders said positive domestic equities and a weak American currency overseas also supported the local unit. At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 74.35 against the US dollar and finally closed at 74.36, registering a rise of 40 paise over its previous close.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Indian stock markets extended gains for a fourth straight session on Thursday with both equity indices soaring 1.78 per cent. After a strong start, the 30-share BSE index maintained its upward trajectory throughout the session to close at 41,340.

The Indian stock markets extended gains for a fourth straight session on Thursday with both equity indices soaring 1.78 per cent. After a strong start, the 30-share BSE index maintained its upward trajectory throughout the session to close at 41,340.16, up 724.02 points or 1.78 per cent. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty zoomed 211.80 points or 1.78 per cent to finish at 12,120.30. All Sensex components closed in the green. SBI was the top gainer, soaring over 5 per cent, followed by Tata Steel, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv and HCL Tech. Elsewhere in Asia, bourses in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul and Tokyo ended with significant gains. Stock exchanges in Europe were also trading on a positive note in early deals. In the forex market, the rupee zoomed 40 paise to close at 74.36 against the US dollar. Meanwhile, The rupee strengthened by 40 paise to close at 74.36 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday amid indications of Joe Biden's victory in the US presidential elections. Traders said positive domestic equities and a weak American currency overseas also supported the local unit. At the interbank forex market, the domestic unit opened at 74.35 against the US dollar and finally closed at 74.36, registering a rise of 40 paise over its previous close. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex soars 724 points; Nifty tops 12,100 amid strong trend in the global market 

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

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

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

Sensex ends 355 points higher, Nifty above 11,900

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nifty ends above 11,650, Sensex up 143 points

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Domestic stock market indices closed higher on Wednesday led by index heavyweights Infosys, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.

After gyrating 825.54 points in a highly volatile session, the 30-share BSE Sensex ended 162.94 points or 0.40 per cent higher at 40,707.31. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty rose 40.85 points or 0.34 per cent to finish at 11,937.65.

Asian markets rose on signs that US lawmakers are moving towards agreeing on a new stimulus package before the presidential elections. Bourses in Hong Kong, Tokyo and Seoul ended on a positive note, while Shanghai was in the red.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Domestic stock market indices closed higher on Wednesday led by index heavyweights Infosys, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. After gyrating 825.54 points in a highly volatile session, the 30-share BSE Sensex ended 162.

Domestic stock market indices closed higher on Wednesday led by index heavyweights Infosys, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. After gyrating 825.54 points in a highly volatile session, the 30-share BSE Sensex ended 162.94 points or 0.40 per cent higher at 40,707.31. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty rose 40.85 points or 0.34 per cent to finish at 11,937.65. Asian markets rose on signs that US lawmakers are moving towards agreeing on a new stimulus package before the presidential elections. Bourses in Hong Kong, Tokyo and Seoul ended on a positive note, while Shanghai was in the red. (With inputs from agencies)

Stock market recovers to end higher, Nifty closes below 11,940

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

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

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

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

Domestic stock market indices tumbled on global meltdown amid fears of a second wave of virus as large European cities ordered clampdowns.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex tumbled 1,066 points, or 2.61 per cent to settle at 39,728 levels while the NSE's Nifty index ended at 11,680, down 290 points, or 2.43 per cent.

Meanwhile, Indian rupee pared its initial gains and settled 5 paise lower at 73.36 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday tracking heavy selling in domestic equities and strengthening American currency.

At the interbank forex market, the rupee opened at 73.32 against the greenback, and after witnessing a volatile trading session closed at 73.36, lower by 5 paise from its previous close of 73.31.

During the session, the rupee witnessed an intra-day high of 73.22 and a low of 73.41 against the US dollar.

Asian markets finished lower today tracking weakness in markets world over. Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 2.06% while Japan's Nikkei 225 lost 0.51% and China's Shanghai Composite slipped 0.26%.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices tumbled on global meltdown amid fears of a second wave of virus as large European cities ordered clampdowns. The S&P BSE Sensex tumbled 1,066 points, or 2.

Domestic stock market indices tumbled on global meltdown amid fears of a second wave of virus as large European cities ordered clampdowns. The S&P BSE Sensex tumbled 1,066 points, or 2.61 per cent to settle at 39,728 levels while the NSE's Nifty index ended at 11,680, down 290 points, or 2.43 per cent. Meanwhile, Indian rupee pared its initial gains and settled 5 paise lower at 73.36 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday tracking heavy selling in domestic equities and strengthening American currency. At the interbank forex market, the rupee opened at 73.32 against the greenback, and after witnessing a volatile trading session closed at 73.36, lower by 5 paise from its previous close of 73.31. During the session, the rupee witnessed an intra-day high of 73.22 and a low of 73.41 against the US dollar. Asian markets finished lower today tracking weakness in markets world over. Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 2.06% while Japan's Nikkei 225 lost 0.51% and China's Shanghai Composite slipped 0.26%. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex tanks 1066 points on heavy selloff, Nifty ends at 11,680

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

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

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

Sensex settles 169 points higher; Nifty tops 11,950

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

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

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

Sensex settles 32 points higher; IT stocks gain

Stock market indices ended higher for the eighth straight session on Monday led by gains in IT, pharma and FMCG stocks. However, losses in financials, metals and auto stocks capped the gains.&nbsp;

The Sensex ended 84 points higher at 40,594 while the Nifty rose 17 points to settle at 11,931. &nbsp;

On the other hand, Bharti Airtel, ONGC, HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank and Bajaj Auto were among the laggards. Traders said benchmark indices traded with a positive bias through the day, but market participants turned cautious after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's press conference to announce the stimulus measures.

In a bid to stimulate consumer demand during the festival season and boost the economy, Sitharaman on Monday announced a payment of cash in lieu of LTC and Rs 10,000 festival advance to government employees. She also announced additional capital spending and Rs 12,000 crore, 50-year interest-free loan to states to boost the economy that has been battered by the pandemic and the resulting lockdowns.

(With inputs from agencies)

Stock market indices ended higher for the eighth straight session on Monday led by gains in IT, pharma and FMCG stocks. However, losses in financials, metals and auto stocks capped the gains.

Stock market indices ended higher for the eighth straight session on Monday led by gains in IT, pharma and FMCG stocks. However, losses in financials, metals and auto stocks capped the gains. The Sensex ended 84 points higher at 40,594 while the Nifty rose 17 points to settle at 11,931. On the other hand, Bharti Airtel, ONGC, HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank and Bajaj Auto were among the laggards. Traders said benchmark indices traded with a positive bias through the day, but market participants turned cautious after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's press conference to announce the stimulus measures. In a bid to stimulate consumer demand during the festival season and boost the economy, Sitharaman on Monday announced a payment of cash in lieu of LTC and Rs 10,000 festival advance to government employees. She also announced additional capital spending and Rs 12,000 crore, 50-year interest-free loan to states to boost the economy that has been battered by the pandemic and the resulting lockdowns. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex and Nifty end higher for eighth session

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

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

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

Sensex trades higher, Nifty above 11,550

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Domestic stock markets were trading with 0.4 per cent gains in the afternoon deals on Wednesday.

Sensex was trading around 38,109 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around the 11,250-mark. Tata Steel (down 2.5%) was the top Sensex laggard, followed by Power Grid and NTPC (both down over 1%).&nbsp;

Broader indices underperformed the benchmarks as Nifty Smallcap100 and Nifty Midcap100 trading marginally lower.&nbsp;

The currency snapped a two-day losing streak today, ending the session with modest gains. The rupee ended at 73.76 against the U.S. Dollar, as compared to Tuesday's close of 73.85.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock markets were trading with 0.4 per cent gains in the afternoon deals on Wednesday. Sensex was trading around 38,109 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around the 11,250-mark.

Domestic stock markets were trading with 0.4 per cent gains in the afternoon deals on Wednesday. Sensex was trading around 38,109 levels and the Nifty50 index hovered around the 11,250-mark. Tata Steel (down 2.5%) was the top Sensex laggard, followed by Power Grid and NTPC (both down over 1%). Broader indices underperformed the benchmarks as Nifty Smallcap100 and Nifty Midcap100 trading marginally lower. The currency snapped a two-day losing streak today, ending the session with modest gains. The rupee ended at 73.76 against the U.S. Dollar, as compared to Tuesday's close of 73.85. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex trades higher, Nifty around 11,250

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

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

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

Sensex up 100 points, Nifty above 11,250

Domestic stock market indices extended the early gains and trading at day's high level with Nifty at 11,200.

At 11:39 AM, the Sensex was up 507.68 points or 1.36% at 37896.34, and the Nifty was up 150.60 points or 1.36% at 11200.90. About 1687 shares have advanced, 553 shares declined, and 107 shares are unchanged.

It opened at 37,756.25 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 37,823.24 and a low of 37,544.05 points.

The top gainers on the Sensex so far were ONGC, Bajaj Finance and IndusInd Bank, while the only losers were Infosys and TCS.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices extended the early gains and trading at day's high level with Nifty at 11,200. At 11:39 AM, the Sensex was up 507.68 points or 1.36% at 37896.

Domestic stock market indices extended the early gains and trading at day's high level with Nifty at 11,200. At 11:39 AM, the Sensex was up 507.68 points or 1.36% at 37896.34, and the Nifty was up 150.60 points or 1.36% at 11200.90. About 1687 shares have advanced, 553 shares declined, and 107 shares are unchanged. It opened at 37,756.25 and has so far touched an intra-day high of 37,823.24 and a low of 37,544.05 points. The top gainers on the Sensex so far were ONGC, Bajaj Finance and IndusInd Bank, while the only losers were Infosys and TCS. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex climbs 500 points, Nifty reclaims 11,200

Domestic stock market indices ended nearly 3 percent lower on Thursday following a global selloff in stocks as fears of fresh pandemic restrictions kept domestic investors jittery.&nbsp;

All sectoral indices also witnessed deep cuts led by the metal, IT, auto, and bank indices down 3-4.5 percent each. The Sensex ended over 1,100 points lower at 36,553 while the broader Nifty50 index slumped 3% to 10,805.

World markets were bathed in a sea of red as fears about a second wave of coronavirus infections in major economies and lack of fresh stimulus from central banks clobbered sentiment.

Foreign investors sold a net $241 million worth of Indian stocks so far this week.

The dollar index, which measures the US dollar against a basket of six major currencies, stood at two-month high of 94.480 today.

All sectoral indices closed with losses, with BSE IT index dropping 4.45 per cent, followed by teck, auto, metal, realty, basic materials, bankex and finance.&nbsp;

The BSE mid-cap and small-cap gauges lost as much as 2.28 per cent.&nbsp;

In the forex market, the rupee depreciated 32 paise to finish at 73.89 against the US dollar.&nbsp;

In rest of Asia, South Korea's KOSPI index plunged 2.59 per cent. Markets in Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong closed with losses of up to 1.82 per cent.&nbsp;

Bourses in Europe too started off on a weak note.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, global oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.22 per cent lower at USD 41.68 per barrel.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock market indices ended nearly 3 percent lower on Thursday following a global selloff in stocks as fears of fresh pandemic restrictions kept domestic investors jittery.

Domestic stock market indices ended nearly 3 percent lower on Thursday following a global selloff in stocks as fears of fresh pandemic restrictions kept domestic investors jittery. All sectoral indices also witnessed deep cuts led by the metal, IT, auto, and bank indices down 3-4.5 percent each. The Sensex ended over 1,100 points lower at 36,553 while the broader Nifty50 index slumped 3% to 10,805. World markets were bathed in a sea of red as fears about a second wave of coronavirus infections in major economies and lack of fresh stimulus from central banks clobbered sentiment. Foreign investors sold a net $241 million worth of Indian stocks so far this week. The dollar index, which measures the US dollar against a basket of six major currencies, stood at two-month high of 94.480 today. All sectoral indices closed with losses, with BSE IT index dropping 4.45 per cent, followed by teck, auto, metal, realty, basic materials, bankex and finance. The BSE mid-cap and small-cap gauges lost as much as 2.28 per cent. In the forex market, the rupee depreciated 32 paise to finish at 73.89 against the US dollar. In rest of Asia, South Korea's KOSPI index plunged 2.59 per cent. Markets in Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong closed with losses of up to 1.82 per cent. Bourses in Europe too started off on a weak note. Meanwhile, global oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.22 per cent lower at USD 41.68 per barrel. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex ends 1,115 points lower, Nifty below 10,850 following global selloff

Benchmark indices ended lower for the fifth consecutive session on September 23 amid high volatility with Nifty below 11,150.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex slipped 66 points, or 0.17 per cent lower at 37,668 levels. The index had hit an intra-day high and low of 38,140 and 37,313.09, respectively. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, settled above 11,100 levels at 11,132, down 22 points, or 0.2 per cent.&nbsp;

Global markets

World shares stabilised and the dollar rose on Wednesday after US stocks gained in overnight trade led by tech shares. The rally in US shares helped balance concerns that new restrictions to counter resurging coronavirus infections will hurt economic recovery.

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.2 per cent for its first gain this week, but the mood was hardly bullish. Japan's Nikkei returned from a two-day holiday to slip 0.1 per cent.

European stocks, too, gained in trade following a jump in Adidas post an upbeat forecast from US rival Nike and better-than-expected euro zone manufacturing data. The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 1.3 per cent, with Germany's DAX, London's FTSE 100 and France's CAC 40 gaining between 1.6 per cent and 2 per cent.&nbsp;

In commodities, oil edged lower trading below $42 a barrel, pressured by a report that US crude inventories unexpectedly rose and as growing numbers of coronavirus cases around the world raised concern of stalling demand.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Reuters)

Benchmark indices ended lower for the fifth consecutive session on September 23 amid high volatility with Nifty below 11,150. The S&P BSE Sensex slipped 66 points, or 0.

Benchmark indices ended lower for the fifth consecutive session on September 23 amid high volatility with Nifty below 11,150. The S&P BSE Sensex slipped 66 points, or 0.17 per cent lower at 37,668 levels. The index had hit an intra-day high and low of 38,140 and 37,313.09, respectively. The broader Nifty50 index, meanwhile, settled above 11,100 levels at 11,132, down 22 points, or 0.2 per cent. Global markets World shares stabilised and the dollar rose on Wednesday after US stocks gained in overnight trade led by tech shares. The rally in US shares helped balance concerns that new restrictions to counter resurging coronavirus infections will hurt economic recovery. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.2 per cent for its first gain this week, but the mood was hardly bullish. Japan's Nikkei returned from a two-day holiday to slip 0.1 per cent. European stocks, too, gained in trade following a jump in Adidas post an upbeat forecast from US rival Nike and better-than-expected euro zone manufacturing data. The pan-European STOXX 600 rose 1.3 per cent, with Germany's DAX, London's FTSE 100 and France's CAC 40 gaining between 1.6 per cent and 2 per cent. In commodities, oil edged lower trading below $42 a barrel, pressured by a report that US crude inventories unexpectedly rose and as growing numbers of coronavirus cases around the world raised concern of stalling demand. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex, Nifty end lower amid volatility

Domestic stock market indices ended lower on Tuesday following weakness in global peers. Asian shares were weaker on concerns about new pandemic lockdowns in Europe and after reports about financial institutions allegedly moving illicit funds hurt global banking stocks.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex slipped 300 points or 0.79 per cent to settle at 37,734 levels. The broader Nifty50 index fell below the 11,200-mark to 11,154, down 97 points, or 0.86 per cent. India VIX slipped nearly 5 per cent to 21 levels.&nbsp;

Global markets

Asian shares were broadly weaker Tuesday as possible delays in expanded US stimulus and concerns about fresh pandemic lockdowns in Europe dented the recent positive sentiment towards global equity markets. At the close of trade, the Hang Seng index was down 233.84 points or 0.98 per cent at 23,716.85.&nbsp;

The Hang Seng China Enterprises index fell 0.66 per cent to 9,576.81. Around the region, MSCI’s Asia ex-Japan stock index was weaker by 1.26 per cent, while Japan’s Nikkei index closed up 0.18 per cent.

In Europe, stock markets clawed back some ground, a day after rising second waves of the coronavirus epidemic caused the region’s biggest wipeout since June and drover investors back to government bonds.

In commodities, oil futures were little changed after sharp overnight losses, as the latest tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico lost strength.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Reuters)

Domestic stock market indices ended lower on Tuesday following weakness in global peers. Asian shares were weaker on concerns about new pandemic lockdowns in Europe and after reports about financial institutions allegedly moving illicit funds hurt global banking stocks.

Domestic stock market indices ended lower on Tuesday following weakness in global peers. Asian shares were weaker on concerns about new pandemic lockdowns in Europe and after reports about financial institutions allegedly moving illicit funds hurt global banking stocks. The S&P BSE Sensex slipped 300 points or 0.79 per cent to settle at 37,734 levels. The broader Nifty50 index fell below the 11,200-mark to 11,154, down 97 points, or 0.86 per cent. India VIX slipped nearly 5 per cent to 21 levels. Global markets Asian shares were broadly weaker Tuesday as possible delays in expanded US stimulus and concerns about fresh pandemic lockdowns in Europe dented the recent positive sentiment towards global equity markets. At the close of trade, the Hang Seng index was down 233.84 points or 0.98 per cent at 23,716.85. The Hang Seng China Enterprises index fell 0.66 per cent to 9,576.81. Around the region, MSCI’s Asia ex-Japan stock index was weaker by 1.26 per cent, while Japan’s Nikkei index closed up 0.18 per cent. In Europe, stock markets clawed back some ground, a day after rising second waves of the coronavirus epidemic caused the region’s biggest wipeout since June and drover investors back to government bonds. In commodities, oil futures were little changed after sharp overnight losses, as the latest tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico lost strength. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex slips 300 points; Nifty ends at 11,154

Domestic benchmark share indices succumbed to fag-end selloff to close in the red, amid weak cues from global peers.

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex tumbled 812 points, or 2.09 per cent to settle at 38,034 levels. Of 30 constituents, 27 declined and just 3 advanced. IndusInd Bank (down 8.7 per cent) ended as the biggest loser on the index.&nbsp;

On the NSE, the benchmark Nifty50 ended at 11,251, down 254 points, or over 2 per cent. India VIX -- markets' volatility index -- jumped 13 per cent to 22.6 levels.

Asian shares slipped on Monday on fears the global economy may sputter for a while due to a resurgence of coronavirus infections in Europe while fading hopes for US fiscal stimulus hopes also weighed. In Europe, shares fell to two-week lows. S&amp;P 500 e-minis declined 0.6 per cent, also pointing to a weak start for Wall Street on Monday. Most major Asian indexes were in the red and MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was 0.6 per cent weaker at 565.75 levels.

In commodities, oil prices fell on the potential return of output from Libya as rising coronavirus cases also added to worries about global demand, although a tropical storm heading for the US Gulf of Mexico limited losses.

(With inputs from Reuters)&nbsp;

Domestic benchmark share indices succumbed to fag-end selloff to close in the red, amid weak cues from global peers. The S&P BSE Sensex tumbled 812 points, or 2.

Domestic benchmark share indices succumbed to fag-end selloff to close in the red, amid weak cues from global peers. The S&P BSE Sensex tumbled 812 points, or 2.09 per cent to settle at 38,034 levels. Of 30 constituents, 27 declined and just 3 advanced. IndusInd Bank (down 8.7 per cent) ended as the biggest loser on the index. On the NSE, the benchmark Nifty50 ended at 11,251, down 254 points, or over 2 per cent. India VIX -- markets' volatility index -- jumped 13 per cent to 22.6 levels. Asian shares slipped on Monday on fears the global economy may sputter for a while due to a resurgence of coronavirus infections in Europe while fading hopes for US fiscal stimulus hopes also weighed. In Europe, shares fell to two-week lows. S&P 500 e-minis declined 0.6 per cent, also pointing to a weak start for Wall Street on Monday. Most major Asian indexes were in the red and MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was 0.6 per cent weaker at 565.75 levels. In commodities, oil prices fell on the potential return of output from Libya as rising coronavirus cases also added to worries about global demand, although a tropical storm heading for the US Gulf of Mexico limited losses. (With inputs from Reuters)

Sensex ends 812 points lower, Nifty below 11,250 amid weak global cues

Domestic stock markets slipped on Thursday following losses in global markets after the US Federal Reserve’s policy-making committee indicated the overnight rate could stay close to zero for years to reach its 2 percent inflation target.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex dipped 250 points to 38,988 levels and the Nifty50 index fell below the 11,550-mark.&nbsp;

The trend among Nifty sectoral indices was largely negative, with Nifty Metal index, down 1.8 per cent, leading the list of losers.

In the broader market, the S&amp;P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indexes were trading flat.

(With inputs from agencies)

Domestic stock markets slipped on Thursday following losses in global markets after the US Federal Reserve’s policy-making committee indicated the overnight rate could stay close to zero for years to reach its 2 percent inflation target.

Domestic stock markets slipped on Thursday following losses in global markets after the US Federal Reserve’s policy-making committee indicated the overnight rate could stay close to zero for years to reach its 2 percent inflation target. The S&P BSE Sensex dipped 250 points to 38,988 levels and the Nifty50 index fell below the 11,550-mark. The trend among Nifty sectoral indices was largely negative, with Nifty Metal index, down 1.8 per cent, leading the list of losers. In the broader market, the S&P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indexes were trading flat. (With inputs from agencies)

Sensex slips over 250 points, Nifty below 11,550

The domestic stock market indices moved higher in Wednesday's noon deals after spending majority of the session range-bound.

Sensex gained 200 points at 39,250 levels and the Nifty50 index was surpassed the 11,550-mark. Mahindra &amp; Mahindra (up 5%) was the top Sensex gainer, followed by Bajaj Auto (up 3%). Besides, HDFC Bank, Sun Pharma, and Reliance Industries also climbed 1 per cent each.

Meanwhile, total cases of the novel coronavirus in India surged past 5 million on Wednesday, with a single-day jump of 90,123 infections, according to health ministry data.

Separately, government data on Tuesday showed India posted a trade deficit of $6.77 billion in goods in August, higher than the $4.83 billion deficit posted in July.

"Trade deficit data is slightly disappointing... investors are now waiting for some clear-cut signals so that the next wave of buying can emerge," Gandhi added. 
Conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd was the top boost to the Nifty, rising as much as 2.2% to a record high.

The Nifty Auto index rose 1.95%. Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd jumped as much as 5.9% and was among the top boosts to the Nifty 50.

The Nifty Bank Index fell 0.20%, with ICICI Bank Ltd and Axis Bank Ltd being among the top drags on the Nifty 50.&nbsp;

(With inputs from Reuters)

The domestic stock market indices moved higher in Wednesday's noon deals after spending majority of the session range-bound. Sensex gained 200 points at 39,250 levels and the Nifty50 index was surpassed the 11,550-mark.

The domestic stock market indices moved higher in Wednesday's noon deals after spending majority of the session range-bound. Sensex gained 200 points at 39,250 levels and the Nifty50 index was surpassed the 11,550-mark. Mahindra & Mahindra (up 5%) was the top Sensex gainer, followed by Bajaj Auto (up 3%). Besides, HDFC Bank, Sun Pharma, and Reliance Industries also climbed 1 per cent each. Meanwhile, total cases of the novel coronavirus in India surged past 5 million on Wednesday, with a single-day jump of 90,123 infections, according to health ministry data. Separately, government data on Tuesday showed India posted a trade deficit of $6.77 billion in goods in August, higher than the $4.83 billion deficit posted in July. "Trade deficit data is slightly disappointing... investors are now waiting for some clear-cut signals so that the next wave of buying can emerge," Gandhi added. Conglomerate Reliance Industries Ltd was the top boost to the Nifty, rising as much as 2.2% to a record high. The Nifty Auto index rose 1.95%. Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd jumped as much as 5.9% and was among the top boosts to the Nifty 50. The Nifty Bank Index fell 0.20%, with ICICI Bank Ltd and Axis Bank Ltd being among the top drags on the Nifty 50. (With inputs from Reuters)

Stock market at day's high with Nifty around 11,600; auto, realty stocks gain

The domestic stock market indices climbed off the day's top to trade flat with a positive bias on Tuesday.

Sensex hovered around 38,820 levels, after rising as high as 39,013 levels intra-day. The Nifty50 index was, meanwhile, holding the 11,450-mark. Sun Pharma and Bajaj Finance (both up 2%) were the top Sensex gainers, followed by NTPC, ICICI Bank, and Tata Steel (all up 1%).

Rupee opened 10 paise higher at 73.38 per dollar on September 15 after the greenback remained soft against its global peers as investors focus on the US Fed monetary policy meeting.

In the previous session, Sensex ended 97.92 points or 0.25 per cent lower at 38,756.63, while the Nifty slipped 24.40 points or 0.21 per cent to close at 11,440.05.

Exchange data showed that foreign institutional investors bought equities worth Rs 298.22 crore on a net basis on Monday.

Domestic equities opened on a positive note tracking firm cues from global markets and sustained foreign fund inflow, traders said.

Bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Seoul were trading with gains in mid-day deals.

Stock exchanges on Wall Street ended significantly higher in overnight trade.

Meanwhile, global oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.10 per cent lower at USD 39.57 per barrel.

(With inputs from PTI)

The domestic stock market indices climbed off the day's top to trade flat with a positive bias on Tuesday. Sensex hovered around 38,820 levels, after rising as high as 39,013 levels intra-day.

The domestic stock market indices climbed off the day's top to trade flat with a positive bias on Tuesday. Sensex hovered around 38,820 levels, after rising as high as 39,013 levels intra-day. The Nifty50 index was, meanwhile, holding the 11,450-mark. Sun Pharma and Bajaj Finance (both up 2%) were the top Sensex gainers, followed by NTPC, ICICI Bank, and Tata Steel (all up 1%). Rupee opened 10 paise higher at 73.38 per dollar on September 15 after the greenback remained soft against its global peers as investors focus on the US Fed monetary policy meeting. In the previous session, Sensex ended 97.92 points or 0.25 per cent lower at 38,756.63, while the Nifty slipped 24.40 points or 0.21 per cent to close at 11,440.05. Exchange data showed that foreign institutional investors bought equities worth Rs 298.22 crore on a net basis on Monday. Domestic equities opened on a positive note tracking firm cues from global markets and sustained foreign fund inflow, traders said. Bourses in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Seoul were trading with gains in mid-day deals. Stock exchanges on Wall Street ended significantly higher in overnight trade. Meanwhile, global oil benchmark Brent crude was trading 0.10 per cent lower at USD 39.57 per barrel. (With inputs from PTI)

Stock Market indices trade flat with Nifty around 11,450; pharma stocks gain

Indian shares ended flat on Friday, as an agreement between India and China to de-escalate tensions on their contested border offset some negative sentiment from a continued selloff in U.S. tech stocks overnight, while investors also awaited industry data.

The blue-chip NSE Nifty 50 index closed up 0.13% at 11,464.45, while the benchmark S&amp;P BSE Sensex ended up 0.04% at 38,854.55. The indexes gained 1.2% and 1.3%, respectively, for the week after falling more than 2.6% last week.

The country will be releasing its industrial output data for July later in the day. A Reuters poll forecast a fourth straight month of decline.

India and China said they had agreed to disengage troops on their contested Himalayan border and take steps to restore "peace" following a high-level diplomatic meeting in Moscow.

The Nifty Auto Index ended 0.15% higher, after the country`s auto industry body said total domestic passenger vehicle sales for August were up 14.2% on the year.

The Nifty Metal Index closed up 0.61%. The Indian government is planning to restrict copper and aluminium imports to protect domestic producers, Reuters reported on Thursday, citing sources.

India`s most valuable bank HDFC Bank Ltd and mortgage lender Housing Development Finance Corporation were the top drags on the Nifty, ending down 1.1% and 0.5%, respectively.

IT major Tata Consultancy Services Ltd, which closed 1.8% higher, and consumer goods giant Hindustan Unilever Ltd, which ended up 1.2%, were the top boosts to the Nifty.

Broader global markets struggled for momentum, with European and Asian shares rising slightly after overnight selling in U.S. technology stocks and concerns over U.S. stimulus.

Indian shares ended flat on Friday, as an agreement between India and China to de-escalate tensions on their contested border offset some negative sentiment from a continued selloff in U.

Indian shares ended flat on Friday, as an agreement between India and China to de-escalate tensions on their contested border offset some negative sentiment from a continued selloff in U.S. tech stocks overnight, while investors also awaited industry data. The blue-chip NSE Nifty 50 index closed up 0.13% at 11,464.45, while the benchmark S&P BSE Sensex ended up 0.04% at 38,854.55. The indexes gained 1.2% and 1.3%, respectively, for the week after falling more than 2.6% last week. The country will be releasing its industrial output data for July later in the day. A Reuters poll forecast a fourth straight month of decline. India and China said they had agreed to disengage troops on their contested Himalayan border and take steps to restore "peace" following a high-level diplomatic meeting in Moscow. The Nifty Auto Index ended 0.15% higher, after the country`s auto industry body said total domestic passenger vehicle sales for August were up 14.2% on the year. The Nifty Metal Index closed up 0.61%. The Indian government is planning to restrict copper and aluminium imports to protect domestic producers, Reuters reported on Thursday, citing sources. India`s most valuable bank HDFC Bank Ltd and mortgage lender Housing Development Finance Corporation were the top drags on the Nifty, ending down 1.1% and 0.5%, respectively. IT major Tata Consultancy Services Ltd, which closed 1.8% higher, and consumer goods giant Hindustan Unilever Ltd, which ended up 1.2%, were the top boosts to the Nifty. Broader global markets struggled for momentum, with European and Asian shares rising slightly after overnight selling in U.S. technology stocks and concerns over U.S. stimulus.

Sensex, Nifty close flat with focus on China border talks, industry data

Indian equity market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 extended gains and were trading over one per cent higher on Thursday.&nbsp;

The S&amp;P BSE Sensex gained 500 points to 38,700 levels and the Nifty50 index reclaimed the 11,400-mark.

Reliance Industries leaped 7 per cent on reports that the company is offering to sell roughly $20 billion worth of stake in its retail arm, Reliance Retail, to Amazon.

Market analysts believe that midcap and smallcap outperformance is likely to continue in the coming months. On the back of a rebound in COVID-19 cases globally and India-China border tension, markets are reeling under volatility. So far in September, the 30-share Sensex has lost 1.8 per cent. The BSE SmallCap index has fallen 0.77 per cent. The BSE MidCap index fell 2.6 per cent so far in September.

Meanwhile, Rupee settles higher at 73.46 per US dollar vs Wednesday's close of 73.53/$ 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Indian equity market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 extended gains and were trading over one per cent higher on Thursday. The S&P BSE Sensex gained 500 points to 38,700 levels and the Nifty50 index reclaimed the 11,400-mark.

Indian equity market benchmarks BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 extended gains and were trading over one per cent higher on Thursday. The S&P BSE Sensex gained 500 points to 38,700 levels and the Nifty50 index reclaimed the 11,400-mark. Reliance Industries leaped 7 per cent on reports that the company is offering to sell roughly $20 billion worth of stake in its retail arm, Reliance Retail, to Amazon. Market analysts believe that midcap and smallcap outperformance is likely to continue in the coming months. On the back of a rebound in COVID-19 cases globally and India-China border tension, markets are reeling under volatility. So far in September, the 30-share Sensex has lost 1.8 per cent. The BSE SmallCap index has fallen 0.77 per cent. The BSE MidCap index fell 2.6 per cent so far in September. Meanwhile, Rupee settles higher at 73.46 per US dollar vs Wednesday's close of 73.53/$ (With inputs from agencies)

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