Stock market benchmark indices ended higher on Friday (May 22, 2026), helped by buying in blue-chip bank shares and a rally in global peers.

Hopes of progress in the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations also added to markets’ optimism.

The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 231.99 points, or 0.31%, to settle at 75,415.35. During the day, it surged 627.61 points, or 0.83%, to 75,810.97.

The 50-share NSE Nifty edged higher by 64.60 points or 0.27% to end at 23,719.30.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Trent, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Asian Paints, Hindustan Unilever, HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Bajaj Finance were among the major winners.

Sun Pharma, ITC, Power Grid and Bharat Electronics were among the laggards.

“Domestic markets traded with a mild positive bias, supported by buying at lower levels and moderately constructive global cues expecting easing tensions in the Middle East. Globally, the AI investment theme remained the primary driver, while domestically financial stocks led the gains,” said Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, climbed 2.3% to $104.7 per barrel.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s benchmark Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index ended higher.

Markets in Europe were trading in positive territory.

U.S. markets ended higher on Thursday (May 21, 2026).

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,891.21 crore in the previous session, according to exchange data.

On Thursday (May 21, 2026), the 30-share BSE benchmark declined 135.03 points, or 0.18%, to settle at 75,183.36. The Nifty skidded 4.30 points, or 0.02%, to end at 23,654.70.

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Friday (December 26, 2025) amid foreign fund outflows as sentiment remained fragile amid low trading volumes and lack of any major domestic cues.

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 183.42 points to 85,225.28 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped 46.45 points to 26,095.65.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Bajaj Finance, Sun Pharma, Eternal, Tata Steel, Tata Consultancy Services, and Bharti Airtel were among the biggest laggards.

Bharat Electronics, Titan, Infosys, and UltraTech Cement were among the gainers.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi and Japan’s Nikkei 225 index traded in positive territory while Shanghai’s SSE Composite index quoted lower.

U.S. markets were closed on Thursday (December 25, 2025) for Christmas.

The domestic stock markets were closed on Thursday (December 25, 2025) on account of Christmas.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,721.26 crore on Wednesday (December 24, 2025), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹2,381.34 crore, according to exchange data.

‘In the absence of fresh triggers like a U.S.-India trade deal, the market is likely to consolidate around the present levels,” V.K. Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, climbed 0.11% up to $62.31 per barrel.

“Sentiment remains fragile amid low holiday volumes, FII selling of ₹1,721 crore and lack of strong domestic cues, keeping markets range-bound and volatile,” Prashanth Tapse, Senior VP (Research), Mehta Equities Limited, said.

On Wednesday (December 24, 2025), the Sensex dropped by 116.14 points or 0.14% to settle at 85,408.70. The Nifty edged lower by 35.05 points, or 0.13%, to 26,142.10.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Thursday (October 30, 2025) as fresh foreign fund outflows and no clarity on the future course of rate action by the U.S. Federal Reserve dampened investors’ sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 297.96 points to 84,699.17 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 90.05 points to 25,963.85.

From the Sensex firms, Sun Pharma, Bharti Airtel, Power Grid, ITC, Tata Steel and Asian Paints were among the major laggards.

However, Larsen & Toubro, Eternal, Adani Ports and Maruti were among the gainers.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹2,540.16 crore on Wednesday, according to exchange data.

“…FIIs turned net sellers in yesterday’s otherwise positive session. Wall Street’s overnight pause added to the cautious tone, with the Dow slipping after briefly crossing 48,000, while Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks pushing back expectations of a December rate cut further dampened sentiment,” Prashanth Tapse, Senior VP (Research), Mehta Ltd, said.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index were trading in positive territory.

U.S. markets ended on a mixed note on Wednesday.

“The Fed decision to cut rates by 25 bps came as expected and, therefore, it didn’t impact the market even though there is no clarity on the future course of rate action. The market will now focus more on the outcome of the Trump-Xi summit in South Korea,” V.K. Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude dipped 0.22% to $64.78 a barrel.

“The U.S. Federal Reserve delivered a widely expected 25 basis point rate cut. While the move confirmed the Fed’s easing stance, Chair Jerome Powell’s cautious remarks that “further cuts in 2025 are not guaranteed” tempered global optimism,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

On Wednesday, the 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 368.97 points or 0.44% to settle at 84,997.13. The Nifty went up by 117.70 points or 0.45% to 26,053.90.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged on Friday (September 12, 2025) in line with a global market rally amid rising hopes that the U.S. Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next week.

Optimism over a successful conclusion of India-U.S. trade talks has also fuelled a rally in markets.

Rallying for the fifth day in a row, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 355.97 points or 0.44%, to settle at 81,904.70. During the day, it surged 444.12 points or 0.54%, to 81,992.85.

The 50-share NSE Nifty rallied 108.50 points or 0.43%, to 25,114, registering its eighth straight day of an uptrend.

From the Sensex firms, Bharat Electronics, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Finserv, Axis Bank, Maruti and Tata Motors were among the gainers.

However, Eternal, Hindustan Unilever, Trent and Titan were the major laggards.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng settled in positive territory, while Shanghai’s SSE Composite index ended lower.

Markets in Europe were trading mostly lower. U.S. markets ended higher on Thursday (September 11, 2025).

“The Indian market closed at a three-week high, supported by renewed global optimism over a potential Fed rate cut.

“Progress in U.S.-India trade talks is also expected to keep the positive momentum intact in the near term,” Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹3,472.37 crore on Thursday (September 11, 2025), while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹4,045.54 crore, according to exchange data.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude climbed 0.47% to $66.72 a barrel.

On Thursday (September 11, 2025), the Sensex climbed 123.58 points or 0.15%, to settle at 81,548.73, its fourth day of rally. The Nifty rose by 32.40 points or 0.13%, to settle at a nearly three-week high of 25,005.50, marking its seventh consecutive day of gains.

Benchmark BSE Sensex climbed 123 points while broader Nifty settled above 25,000 on Thursday (September 11, 2025), tracking a rally in global peers amid Fed rate cut hopes.

Rallying for the fourth day in a row, the 30-share Sensex climbed 123.58 points or 0.15%, to settle at 81,548.73. During the day, it rallied 217.07 points or 0.26%, to 81,642.22.

The 50-share NSE Nifty rose by 32.40 points or 0.13% to close at a nearly three-week high of 25,005.50, marking its seventh consecutive day of gains.

Among Sensex firms, NTPC, Axis Bank, Power Grid, Bharti Airtel, Eternal and Sun Pharma were the major gainers.

However, Infosys, Titan, UltraTech Cement and Hindustan Unilever were among the laggards.

“The Nifty50 index has closed above the critical threshold of 25,000. The unexpected imposition of a 50% tariff on India by the US initially dragged the main index down to 24,400,” Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

Positive signals from the U.S. to resume trade discussions with India have further paved the way for the index to ascend into a new range, which was highly expected by the market, Mr. Nair added.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index and Shanghai’s SSE Composite index settled in positive territory, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng ended lower.

Markets in Europe were trading higher. US markets ended on a mixed note on Wednesday (September 10, 2025).

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹115.69 crore after a day’s breather on Wednesday (September 10, 2025), according to exchange data. However, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹5,004.29 crore in the previous day.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude dipped 0.24% to $67.28 a barrel.

Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Wednesday (September 3, 2025), tracking weak global market trends and relentless foreign fund outflows.

Caution also prevailed in the equity market ahead of the GST Council meeting beginning Wednesday (September 3, 2025).

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 153.28 points to 80,004.60 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty dipped 46.4 points to 24,533.20.

From the Sensex firms, Infosys, Bajaj Finance, Hindustan Unilever, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank and Trent were among the laggards.

However, Tata Steel, Bharat Electronics, Eternal, ITC and Mahindra & Mahindra were among the gainers.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Kospi traded in positive territory while Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng quoted lower.

U.S. markets ended lower on Tuesday (September 2, 2025).

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth Rs 1,159.48 crore on Tuesday (September 2, 2025), according to exchange data.

The GST Council is meeting in New Delhi for two days to discuss the proposed pruning of rates.

“All eyes are on the two-day GST Council meeting beginning today. With global cues mixed and domestic policy in focus, Indian markets may see stock-specific action, especially in FMCG, consumer discretionary, and sin-tax-linked sectors like cigarettes,” Hariprasad K, Research Analyst and Founder — Livelong Wealth, said.

Global oil benchmark Brent crude dipped 0.39% to $68.87 a barrel.

On Tuesday (September 2, 2025), the Sensex declined 206.61 points or 0.26%, to settle at 80,157.88. The Nifty dipped 45.45 points or 0.18%, to 24,579.60.