Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices and a positive trend in global equities, with foreign fund inflows further bolstering domestic markets.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, traded marginally higher in early deals despite cautious global cues stemming from elevated crude oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and a sharp fall in US markets. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 21, 2026.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a sharp decline at the close of trade, with the Sensex dropping 539 points and the Nifty falling below 24,100, primarily due to selling pressure in HDFC Bank and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
The Indian rupee depreciated by 43 paise to close at 94.81 against the US dollar, influenced by a negative trend in domestic equity markets, surging crude oil prices, and significant foreign institutional investor outflows.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, influenced by the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) recent repo rate hike and its signal for continued monetary tightening, coupled with rising crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 8.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower, with the Nifty recording its fourth consecutive day of decline, primarily due to elevated oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, which dampened investor sentiment.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, driven by a surge in Brent crude oil prices above USD 91 per barrel due to escalating tensions between Iran and the US, alongside an increase in US 10-year bond yields. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 18.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, influenced by the escalating US-Iran standoff and persistently high crude oil prices, with experts predicting increased volatility.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainties, particularly following the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 19, 2026.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade, driven by a recovery in world markets due to easing US Treasury yields and fresh foreign fund inflows, halting a multi-day losing streak. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 20.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw declines in early trade, with the ongoing US-Iran standoff cited as a major factor impacting investor sentiment and raising concerns about inflationary pressures and currency volatility for oil-importing nations like India. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 14, 2026.
Rising bond yields in the US and other advanced economies are making it increasingly difficult for Indian equities to attract foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), leading to pressure on valuations and potentially lower returns for domestic investors.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to a surge in Brent crude oil prices, which rose above USD 90 per barrel, coupled with subdued global cues and ongoing US-Iran skirmishes. Track Sensex, Nifty on Auigust 12.
Indian stock markets are set to be influenced this week by a confluence of factors including quarterly corporate earnings, the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, fluctuations in crude oil prices, and ongoing geopolitical developments in West Asia.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw declines in early trade, influenced by rising crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Experts suggest that crude oil remains a primary concern, with Brent holding near USD 88 a barrel due to renewed US warnings against Iran, embedding a geopolitical risk premium in energy markets. Track Sensex, Nifty
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, continued their downward trend for the fifth consecutive day, with the Sensex dropping 281 points and Nifty falling 78 points, primarily driven by surging crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade, primarily due to a surge in crude oil prices and a retreat in Wall Street, as investors reduced exposure to risk assets amidst geopolitical uncertainty. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 7, 2026.
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their decline for a second consecutive day, primarily due to elevated crude oil prices and selling pressure on Tata Group stocks following Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran's announcement that he will not seek reappointment.
Indian stock market indices closed on a mixed note, with the Sensex gaining 374 points driven by buying in Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, while the Nifty remained flat. This divergence is attributed to a new Closing Auction Session (CAS) mechanism introduced by stock exchanges, impacting market liquidity and price discovery.
Indian benchmark indices closed mixed, with the Sensex gaining 113.61 points to 78,079.96 and the Nifty falling 40.10 points to 24,395.85, as elevated crude prices and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East made investors cautious.
Indian benchmark indices closed mixed, with the Sensex gaining 113.61 points to 78,079.96 and the Nifty falling 40.10 points to 24,395.85, as elevated crude prices and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East made investors cautious.
Sustained selling by foreign investors is weighing on domestic equities, with the benchmark Sensex and Nifty 50 down 15.60 per cent and 14.4 per cent, respectively, this year.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw declines in early trade, primarily due to elevated crude oil prices stemming from the unresolved geopolitical situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts suggest that while global sentiment improved slightly after a benign US inflation report, the ongoing US-Iran standoff continues to exert pressure on domestic equities. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 13.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended a four-day rally, closing lower on Tuesday following the introduction of a new Closing Auction Session (CAS) for F&O stocks, which has added a layer of volatility and led to an early adjustment in market structure.
Indian stock markets ended a five-day losing streak, with the Sensex surging 776 points and the Nifty gaining 228 points, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw gains in early trade, driven by a decline in crude oil prices due to easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia and strong buying interest in the IT sector.
Investors are set to monitor quarterly earnings, crude oil prices, the Jio Platforms initial public offering, and foreign investor activity in the upcoming holiday-shortened week, according to market analysts.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced significant declines, with the Sensex falling 493 points and the Nifty dropping for the sixth consecutive day, primarily due to elevated crude oil prices reaching USD 91 per barrel and diminishing hopes for a diplomatic resolution in West Asia.
HCLTech, India's third-largest IT services company, reported robust Q2 revenue growth of 2.3 per cent in constant currency, driven by services and ER&D segments, with strong new deal wins of $3.3 billion and significant traction in its AI business. Despite exceeding margin estimates and raising revenue guidance, some brokerages remain cautious due to the stock's premium valuation compared to peers.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw declines in early trade, influenced by elevated crude oil prices stemming from renewed geopolitical uncertainties, particularly concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 11, 2026.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened in positive territory, primarily driven by a strong performance in IT stocks, sustained foreign fund inflows, and a dip in global crude oil prices, despite a hawkish stance from the US Federal Reserve. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 30.
The divergence between the Sensex and Nifty closing values narrowed on the third day of the Closing Auction Session (CAS) rollout, but market participants, including Zerodha's Nithin Kamath, highlight structural issues and the unfortunate timing of its introduction alongside new RBI norms.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower, primarily due to a downturn in banking and financial stocks, coupled with crude oil prices remaining above USD 80 per barrel. Geopolitical uncertainties and new regulatory proposals for the non-bank lending sector also contributed to cautious investor sentiment.
Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced mixed trading following the introduction of a new Closing Auction Session (CAS) for shares with futures and options (F&O) contracts, aimed at enhancing price discovery transparency. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 4
Indian stock market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw significant gains in early trade, driven by a sharp decline in crude oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions, alongside renewed foreign fund inflows.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw a significant rebound in early trade, with the Sensex jumping 726 points and the Nifty climbing over 200 points, primarily driven by strong performances in IT stocks, HDFC Bank, and renewed foreign fund inflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 29.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to a significant spike in crude oil prices, driven by escalating geopolitical uncertainties, despite positive cues from Asian and US markets.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw early gains driven by lower crude oil prices and buying in Reliance Industries, even as the Reserve Bank of India maintained its benchmark policy rate for the fourth consecutive meeting, reinforcing confidence in the domestic economy.
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