Benchmark Indian indices Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex extended their rally and ended 2% higher compared to their previous close. The Sensex ended 1533 points up at 74,315 while the Nifty 50 closed at 22,997, up 374.65 points or 1.6%.

The Indian stock market continued its 3-day rally, defying other Asian markets dragged down by speculation around AI stocks and concerns about U.S. inflation and a potential interest rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

“The AI deceleration in stocks globally, positive corporate earnings especially in banking so far, and an anticipation for further hike by Fed has turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Indian markets,” V. K. Vijayakumar, chief investment strategist at Geojit Investments said. 

However, analysts added that unless the Iran-U.S. conflict remains unresolved and crude continues to trade above $100 per barrel, a sustained rally for the stock market may be unlikely. 

Weaker dollar index and fall in crude support rupee

The Indian rupee also strengthened for the fourth consecutive trading day following measures from the Reserve Bank of India, a weaker dollar index and a fall in crude oil prices. The rupee closed at 95.5 against the greenback, up 0.1%. The domestic currency has risen 2% so far this week.

The dollar index, which measures the strength of the dollar against a basket of six major currencies, was at 102.10, down 0.4% driven by a decline in U.S. treasury yields alongside worries over a further rate hike by the U.S. Federal Reserve this month. 

Global crude prices also traded lower on Thursday (October 15, 2026). The benchmark Brent crude was trading at $103.78 per barrel, down 2% from the previous close, following expectations of higher oil supplies if the U.S. eases sanctions on certain tanker operations. 

“For the rupee, the key near-term influences remain RBI intervention, importer dollar demand, foreign portfolio flows and crude oil prices. We expect flows from the Jio IPO to hit the market from tomorrow or Monday, while the Fairfax deal will also bring in about $6-7 billion of flows, taking the rupee to the upward territory of 94-94.50,” Anil Kumar Bhansali, head of treasury, Finrex Treasury Advisors LLP, said in a note.

Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended sharply higher on Tuesday (October 6, 2026), extending their previous session’s rally, as a decline in crude oil prices below the $100 per barrel mark and buying in bank stocks and Reliance Industries added to investors’ optimism.

The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 685.34 points, or 0.95%, to settle at 73,067.81. The 50-share NSE Nifty climbed 220.35 points, or 0.98%, to end at 22,776.10.

Among the 30 Sensex firms, Trent surged the most, up 12.78%. Kotak Mahindra Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance Industries, InterGlobe Aviation, Eternal and Asian Paints were also among the winners.

Tech Mahindra, Titan, Bajaj Finance and ITC were among the laggards. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, tanked 1.70% to $98.59 per barrel.

“Indian equities extended their rebound for a second consecutive session on Tuesday, with benchmark indices closing higher as further decline in crude oil prices eased some of the macroeconomic pressure weighing on sentiment,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

In Asian markets, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index and Hang Seng index ended in positive territory, while South Korea’s Kospi quoted lower.

Markets in Europe were trading higher. U.S. markets ended higher on Monday (October 6).

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹4,699.14 crore on Monday, according to exchange data.

On Monday (October 5), the Sensex jumped 472.77 points, or 0.66%, to settle at 72,382.47. The Nifty climbed 133.80 points, or 0.60%, to end at 22,555.75.

Benchmark equity indices extended their losing streak to a fourth consecutive day on Thursday (September 3, 2026), with the Sensex tumbling 417 points as rising crude oil prices and losses in IT stocks weighed on investor sentiment.

Besides, profit-booking in the final hour of trade further dragged the benchmark lower.

The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 417.49 points, or 0.55%, to close at 76,152.86. The index opened higher and rose 354.13 points, or 0.46 per cent, to hit an intraday high of 76,924.48 before paring gains during the closing session.

The 50-share NSE Nifty slipped 41 points, or 0.17%, to settle at 23,873.45.

Among the 30 Sensex firms, Titan, Trent, ITC, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finserv, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Tata Consultancy Services, UltraTech Cement and Bajaj Finance were the major laggards.

On the other hand, Axis Bank, Adani Ports, Asian Paints, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, Bharat Electronics Ltd and Tata Steel were among the gainers.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose 1.57% to $97.13 per barrel.

“Stubbornly high crude oil prices continue to act as key overhangs for the domestic market,” said Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Ltd.

He said that the market’s recovery attempt lost steam as supportive global cues and renewed FII inflows collided with lingering geopolitical tensions and elevated global yields.

“Banking and realty stocks provided leadership, while small-caps attracted investor interest, reflecting confidence in domestic growth prospects,” Mr. Nair added.

Asian markets ended on a mixed note, with Hong Kong’s Hang Seng and Japan’s Nikkei 225 settling lower. Shanghai’s SSE Composite index closed flat, while South Korea’s Kospi ended higher.

Markets in Europe were trading in negative territory. U.S. markets ended higher in overnight deals on Wednesday (September 2, 2026).

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) bought equities worth ₹6,688.37 crore on Wednesday (September 2, 2026), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) also purchased shares worth ₹2,812.98 crore, according to exchange data.

The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 373.93 points to settle at 76,570.35 on Wednesday, while NSE Nifty slumped 141.35 points to end at 23,914.45, extending their losses to a third consecutive session.

Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty buckled under selling pressure on Tuesday (April 28, 2026) as a sharp rally in oil prices and foreign fund outflows dented investors’ sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 416.72 points, or 0.54%, to settle at 76,886.91. During the day, it lost 562.57 points, or 0.72%, to 76,741.06.

The 50-share gauge NSE Nifty dropped 97 points, or 0.40%, to end at 23,995.70.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Axis Bank, HCL Tech, InterGlobe Aviation, Maruti, State Bank of India and ICICI Bank were among the biggest laggards.

In contrast, Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Tech Mahindra and Sun Pharma were among the gainers.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, jumped 2.97% to $111.4 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,151.48 crore on Monday (April 27, 2026), according to exchange data.

“Indian equity markets traded under pressure, ending in the red as unresolved tensions in the Middle East and persistent disruptions to energy supply, particularly the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, weighed on investor sentiment,” Ponmudi R., CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

The sharp rise in crude oil prices above $110, continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, rupee depreciation beyond 94.5 and sustained FII outflows underscore mounting macroeconomic pressures on Indian markets, he added.

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

Markets in Europe were trading in positive territory.

U.S. markets ended flat on Monday (April 27, 2026).

On Monday (April 27, 2026), the Sensex jumped 639.42 points or 0.83% to settle at 77,303.63. The Nifty climbed 194.75 points or 0.81% to close at 24,092.70.

Benchmark stock index Sensex rallied nearly 450 points while broader index Nifty closed above 26,000 level on Friday (December 12, 2025) following buying in metal shares and positive global trends.

Rising for the second day, the 30-share Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) index, Sensex, climbed 449.53 points or 0.53% to settle at 85,267.66. During the day, it jumped 502.69 points or 0.59% to 85,320.82.

The 50-share National Stock Exchange (NSE) index, Nifty, surged 148.40 points or 0.57% to 26,046.95.

Among Sensex firms, Tata Steel, Eternal, UltraTech Cement, Larsen and Toubro, Maruti and Bharti Airtel were the major gainers.

However, Hindustan Unilever, Sun Pharma, ITC and Asian Paints were among the laggards.

“Global risk appetite improved after the U.S. Fed rate cut, boosting liquidity optimism and lifting domestic equities despite the rupee hitting record lows and continued Foreign Institutional Investors outflows. Broader indices are showing buying interest, bouncing back post recent consolidation,” Vinod Nair, head of research, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai Stock Exchange Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index settled in positive territory.

European markets were quoting higher. U.S. markets ended mostly higher on Thursday (December 11, 2025).

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, dipped 0.05% to $61.25 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹2,020.94 crore on Thursday (December 11, 2025), while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) bought stocks worth ₹3,796.07 crore, according to exchange data.

On Thursday (December 11, 2025), the Sensex climbed 426.86 points or 0.51% to settle at 84,818.13. The Nifty went up by 140.55 points or 0.55% to 25,898.55.

Stock markets closed lower for the third consecutive session on Tuesday (November 25, 2025) with the benchmark Sensex sliding nearly 314 points due to selling in IT and auto shares as foreign fund outflows dampened investor sentiment.

In a volatile trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 313.70 points or 0.37% to settle at 84,587.01 with 24 of its constituents closing lower and six with gains. During the day, it fell by 363.98 points or 0.42% to 84,536.73.

The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 74.70 points or 0.29% to 25,884.80. Nifty has dropped 307 points or over 1% in three sessions since Friday (November 21, 2025) to slip below 26,000 level while Sensex has shed 1,045 points or 1.2% during the period.

Among Sensex stocks, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Trent, Infosys, Power Grid, HDFC Bank, HCL Tech, Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank and Bajaj Finance were the major laggards.

However, Bharat Electronics, State Bank of India, Tata Steel, Eternal, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Industries were the gainers.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹4,171.75 crore on Monday (November 24, 2025), according to exchange data. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs), however, bought stocks worth ₹4,512.87 crore in the previous trade.

“The domestic market witnessed sharp volatility on monthly expiry day, driven by a weakening INR and continued FII outflows. Caution prevailed as investors awaited clarity on a possible rate cut in the upcoming FOMC meeting and progress on the Indo-U.S. trade deal, despite some improving signals,” Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, 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 settled in positive territory.

Markets in Europe were trading on a mixed note. U.S. markets ended significantly higher on Monday (November 24, 2025).

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, dipped 0.69% to $62.93 per barrel.
On Monday (November 24, 2025), the Sensex declined by 331.21 points or 0.39% to settle at 84,900.71. The Nifty fell by 108.65 points or 0.42% to 25,959.50.