Benchmark indices ended sharply higher on Friday (June 12, 2026), with the Sensex climbing 1,695.40 points and the Nifty surging nearly 2 per cent, in tandem with a rally in global markets and a decline in crude oil prices after U.S. President Donald Trump declared that his country has ended the war with Iran.

The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 1,695.40 points, or 2.30%, to settle at 75,527.95. During the day, it surged 1,775.47 points, or 2.40%, to 75,608.02.

The 50-share NSE Nifty ended sharply higher by 461.30 points, or 1.99%, to close at 23,622.90. Intra-day, the benchmark index zoomed 483.75 points, or 2%, to 23,645.35.

U.S. President Donald Trump said that a deal to end the war with Iran is nearly complete and is expected to be signed over the weekend in Europe, as he called off military strikes on the Islamic Republic hours after threatening to take control of its oil industry.

Mr. Trump, speaking to reporters at the Oval office on Thursday afternoon (June 11, 2026), said Vice-President J.D. Vance is expected to attend the signing ceremony, which could take place in Europe as soon as this weekend.

Later, addressing a tele-rally in favour of Georgia Lt Governor Burt Jones, who is running for the post of Governor, Mr. Trump declared that the U.S. has ended the war with Iran.

“I don’t know if you heard, but we ended the war with Iran today (Thursday), and they have agreed never to have a nuclear weapon, something that we insisted on. That was the whole purpose,” Mr. Trump said.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, InterGlobe Aviation, Titan, Eternal and HDFC Bank were among the biggest winners.

Tech Mahindra and Power Grid were the only laggards from the pack.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, dropped 3.98 per cent to $86.78 per barrel.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi jumped 4.63 per cent, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 index went up by 2.81%. Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng also ended higher.

European markets also traded in the positive territory.

U.S. markets ended significantly higher on Thursday (June 12, 2026).

“Indian equities witnessed a strong turnaround session today, with the Nifty-50 surging nearly 2 per cent and reclaiming the 23,600+ zone, marking one of the strongest bullish moves in recent sessions. The rally was driven by a sharp improvement in global risk sentiment, easing geopolitical concerns and renewed confidence across risk assets,” Hariprasad K., Research Analyst and Founder, Livelong Wealth, said.

The biggest trigger for today’s move was the sudden shift in tensions in West Asia, he said.

“Expectations of a potential diplomatic resolution between the US and Iran, along with the cancellation of planned military action, reduced fears of a wider conflict,” Mr. Hariprasad added.

A major positive for India was the sharp decline in crude oil prices, he further said.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,987.09 crore on Thursday (June 11, 2026), according to exchange data.

In the previous session, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 150.63 points, or 0.20%, to settle at 73,832.55. The Nifty edged lower by 53.35 points, or 0.23%, to end at 23,161.60.

Published – June 12, 2026 04:58 pm IST

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly 1% lower on Thursday (April 30, 2026) as crude oil prices, weak global trends and foreign fund outflows weighed on investor sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 582.86 points or 0.75% to settle at 76,913.50. During the day, it plunged 1,237.5 points, or 1.59%, to 76,258.86, but recovered some of the losses in the second half of the session.

The 50-share NSE Nifty dived 180.10 points or 0.74% to end at 23,997.55.

Among the 30-Sensex firms, Eternal, Hindustan Unilever, Tata Steel, Larsen&Toubro, UltraTech Cement and Mahindra & Mahindra were the major laggards.

Sun Pharma, Infosys, Bajaj Finance and Adani Ports were among the gainers.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 1.52% lower at $116.2 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹2,468.42 crore on Wednesday (April 29, 2026), according to exchange data.

“Indian markets closed a volatile session with a clear shift in intra-day sentiment, where early panic selling was gradually absorbed, leading to a disciplined recovery from the lows. The Nifty-50 opened with a sharp gap down near the crucial 24,000 support, reflecting weak global cues and a risk-off undertone.

“Escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and Brent crude surging above USD 120 triggered concerns around inflation, currency stability, and margin pressures. This was further aggravated by the rupee hitting record lows, accelerating FII outflows and weakening overall sentiment,” Hariprasad K., Research Analyst and Founder, Livelong Wealth, said.

However, the second half marked a notable turnaround, he said. In broader markets, the BSE MidCap Select index dropped 0.84% and the BSE SmallCap Select index declined 0.58%. Among sectoral indices, metal tanked the most by 2.13%, followed by PSU Bank (1.66%), Realty (1.44%), Commodities (1.36%), FMCG (1.13%), Financial Services (1.08%) and Industrials (1.05%).

“The decline was primarily driven by a sharp surge in crude oil prices, which spiked to multi-year highs amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and concerns over supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz. “This raised fears of inflationary pressures and macroeconomic instability for oil-importing economies like India. Weak global cues, a sharp depreciation in the rupee to record low levels, and continued foreign institutional outflows further weighed on sentiment,” Ajit Mishra – SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said.

Information Technology, Telecommunication and Focused IT were the winners. “The rise in oil prices, along with persistent FII outflows and weak global cues, led to broad-based weakness across sectors. However, the market witnessed a partial recovery in the latter half, supported by value buying at lower levels and selective institutional participation,” Gaurav Garg, Research Analyst at Lemonn Markets Desk, said.

A total of 2,532 stocks declined, while 1,649 advanced and 156 remained unchanged on the BSE. In Asian markets, South Korea’s benchmark Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index ended over 1% lower, while Shanghai’s SSE Composite index settled marginally higher.

Markets in Europe were trading mixed. U.S. markets ended mostly lower on Wednesday (April 29, 2026).

“Brent crude crossed the $120 per barrel mark for the first time in four years, intensifying inflation concerns and pressuring global risk assets. In India, rising oil prices weighed on the INR and revived worries about capital outflows and widening deficits, given the economy’s heavy reliance on crude imports.

“The Fed kept rates unchanged but maintained a firm policy stance, supporting the dollar and tightening conditions for emerging markets. Domestically, autos, banks, metals, and real estate led the decline, while IT and pharma saw selective defensive buying,” Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

Stock and forex markets will remain closed on Friday (May 1) for Maharashtra Day.

Published – April 30, 2026 06:35 pm IST