Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower on Wednesday (June 3, 2026) after a day’s breather, dragged by heavy selling in IT stocks, a fresh spike in crude oil prices and persistent foreign fund outflows.

The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 303.67 points, or 0.41%, to settle at 74,346.17. During the day, it tanked 1,157.24 points, or 1.55%, to 73,492.60.

The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 77.95 points, or 0.33% to end at 23,405.60. Benchmark indices had snapped a four-day falling streak to close nearly half a percent higher in the previous session on Tuesday (June 2, 2026).

Among 30 Sensex firms, Tata Consultancy Services tumbled 8.43%, followed by Tech Mahindra (6.23 %), HCL Tech (5.25%) and Infosys (3.82%). ITC, Eternal, Larsen & Toubro and Bajaj Finance were also among the laggards.

InterGlobe Aviation, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank and Trent were among the gainers from the blue-chip pack. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, jumped 3% to $98.92 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹8,362.92 crore on Tuesday (June 2, 2026), according to exchange data.

“Indian equities witnessed another highly volatile session today (June 3, 2026). Markets opened under pressure as geopolitical concerns, elevated crude oil prices, and a sharp sell-off in IT stocks weighed on sentiment,” Hariprasad K., Research Analyst and Founder, Livelong Wealth, said.

The key story of the day was the sharp correction in IT, he said. “After a strong three-day rally, the sector witnessed intense profit booking as investors reassessed global technology growth expectations,” Mr. Hariprasad added.

Meanwhile, the U.S. Trade Representative has proposed slapping 12.5% additional duties on 54 countries, including India, for failing to prohibit the import of goods produced with forced labour.

The action follows investigations launched against 60 countries over what the USTR described as their failure to impose and effectively enforce bans on imports made with forced labour.

“The failure of our most important trading partners to address the importation of goods made with forced labour is unacceptable. This creates a dynamic where American workers are forced to compete globally on an unlevel playing field,” U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer said in a statement.

In Asian markets, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index and Shanghai’s SSE Composite index ended higher, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index settled lower. South Korean markets were closed due to a holiday.

Markets in Europe were trading mostly lower. U.S. markets ended in positive territory on Tuesday (June 2, 2026).

On Tuesday (June 2, 2026), the Sensex climbed 382.50 points, or 0.52%, to settle at 74,649.84. The Nifty rose by 100.95 points, or 0.43%, to end at 23,483.55.

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 slipped in the negative territory after rising marginally during early trade on Wednesday (May 13, 2026) amid elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainty.

Foreign fund exodus also hit investor sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 75.64 points to 74,614.51 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 17.10 points to 23,391.10.

However, both the benchmark indices failed to carry forward the momentum. The BSE benchmark traded 182.60 points lower at 74,362.19, and the Nifty quoted 41.05 points down at 23,352.25.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Power Grid, NTPC, Bajaj Finance, State Bank of India, Titan and Axis Bank were among the biggest laggards.

Asian Paints, Adani Ports, Tata Steel and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the winners.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded at around $106.6 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹1,959.39 crore on Tuesday (May 12, 2026), according to exchange data.

India’s retail inflation rose slightly to 3.48% in April, mainly due to higher prices of gold and silver jewellery as well as some kitchen items, according to government data released on Tuesday (May 12, 2026).

“The S&P 500 slipped amid weakness in technology stocks and rising oil prices after the U.S. inflation print for April came in hotter than expected,” Hariprasad K., Research Analyst and Founder, Livelong Wealth, said.

Markets are increasingly concerned that rising crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainty could further intensify inflationary pressure globally, he added.

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

U.S. markets ended mostly lower on Tuesday (May 12, 2026).

“Iran’s latest remarks stating that the U.S. must either accept its peace proposal or face ‘failure’ have further reduced hopes of an immediate diplomatic resolution. The prolonged U.S.–Iran standoff remains a major overhang for global financial markets, keeping uncertainty elevated around the Strait of Hormuz and broader global energy supplies,” Ponmudi R., CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said.

On Tuesday (May 12, 2026), the Sensex tanked 1,456.04 points, or 1.92%, to settle at 74,559.24. The Nifty dropped 436.30 points, or 1.83%, to end at 23,379.55.

India’s equity investors sold stocks for the fourth consecutive trading day, pulling Nifty 50 and Sensex down by over 1.8% closing at 23,379.55 and 74,559.24 points on May 12, 2026.

Investors have been responding to the constant depreciation of the currency, which closed at a new low of ₹95.6 a dollar.

Further, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to rescue foreign exchange-guzzling purchases may have triggered the sale further. Brent Crude futures, the measure for global oil prices, increased 3.7% to $107.4 on Tuesday (May 12, 2026).

The market rout was broad-based, with 2750 stocks declining on the Nifty 50 and just 590 advancing. Further, all 21 sector-based indices declined with many of them crashing by more than 2%.

Foreign Institutional Investor interest in Indian equities, measured by the net outflows, has been hitting new lows, crossing over ₹2 lakh crore as of May 12, 2026.

“Unless there is any meaningful progress in negotiations or signs of de-escalation in the West Asia conflict, volatility and weakness in domestic equities are likely to persist,” said Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Research, Wealth Management, Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd.

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.

Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled over 1% on Friday (April 24, 2026), falling for the third consecutive day, as a sharp rally in crude prices and massive selling in IT counters weighed heavily on investors’ sentiment.

Unabated foreign fund outflows, a negative trend in global markets amid prolonged conflict and continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz added to the gloom.

The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 999.79 points, or 1.29%, to settle at 76,664.21. During the day, it plunged 1,260.13 points or 1.62% to 76,403.87.

The wider gauge NSE Nifty slumped 275.10 points, or 1.14%, to end at 23,897.95.

“Indian equity markets extended their decline for a third consecutive session, as renewed risk-off sentiment weighed on investor confidence. Ongoing tensions in West Asia, coupled with persistent weakness in the IT sector, continued to pressure an already fragile market backdrop.

“Volatility also increased, with the India VIX rising 6%, reflecting heightened fear and uncertainty amid the prolonged conflict and continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, with no meaningful signs of de-escalation,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

From the Sensex constituents, Infosys dived 7.09% after its revenue growth forecast for FY27 came in lower than market expectations.

HCL Tech, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Sun Pharma, Asian Paints and ICICI Bank were also among the major laggards.

Trent, Bajaj Finance, State Bank of India, HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank were the winners.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 2.17% higher at $107.3 per barrel.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹3,254.71 crore on Thursday (April 23), according to exchange data.

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

Markets in Europe were trading lower in afternoon trade.

U.S. markets ended lower on Thursday (April 23).

“The Indian equity market extended its profit-booking streak, pressured by heightening geopolitical tensions in West Asia, a sharp rally in crude oil prices, and a weakening rupee. IT stocks led the decline following disappointing quarterly earnings, while selling pressure was broad-based across sectors. FIIs returned to net selling again after a brief spell of inflows,” Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments Limited, said.

On Thursday (April 23), the Sensex tumbled 852.49 points or 1.09% to settle at 77,664. The Nifty dropped 205.05 points or 0.84% to end at 24,173.05.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Friday (April 24, 2026) as surging oil prices and unabated foreign fund outflows unnerved investors.

Weakness in IT stocks and a negative trend in global markets also weighed on investor sentiment.

The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 330 points to 77,334 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty declined 93.3 points to 24,079.75.

Later, the BSE benchmark quoted 772.35 points lower at 76,876.79, and the Nifty tanked 205.45 points to 23,967.60.

From the 30-Sensex firms, HCL Tech, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Sun Pharma, Tech Mahindra and Bharti Airtel were among the major laggards.

UltraTech Cement, Mahindra & Mahindra, State Bank of India and Hindustan Unilever were among the winners.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 0.89% higher at $106 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth ₹3,254.71 crore on Thursday (April 23, 2026), according to exchange data.

“The broader sentiment remains fragile, shaped largely by persistent geopolitical uncertainty. Developments in West Asia continue to influence market psychology. Although the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended by three weeks following diplomatic engagement led by Donald Trump, the extension is being viewed as a temporary relief rather than a structural resolution,” Hariprasad K, Research Analyst and Founder, Livelong Wealth, said.

The underlying tensions, particularly around Iran, continue to keep risk appetite in check, he added.

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

U.S. markets ended lower on Thursday (April 23, 2026).

“Crude oil prices remain elevated above the $100 per barrel mark, driven by supply disruptions and rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, adding to macroeconomic concerns,” Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said.

On Thursday (April 23, 2026), the Sensex tumbled 852.49 points or 1.09% to settle at 77,664. The Nifty dropped 205.05 points or 0.84% to end at 24,173.05.