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IT Stocks Fuel Sensex Rebound, Snap Four-Day Losing Streak

IT Stocks Fuel Sensex Rebound, Snap Four-Day Losing Streak

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty, snapped a four-day losing streak, with the Sensex climbing 382 points, primarily driven by a strong rally in IT sector shares. Major IT firms like TCS, Infosys, and HCL Tech saw significant gains, contributing to the market's recovery.

Oil Price Surge, FII Outflows Drag Indian Stock Markets Lower

Oil Price Surge, FII Outflows Drag Indian Stock Markets Lower

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines due to a sharp rally in crude oil prices, continuous foreign fund outflows, and geopolitical uncertainties. Regulatory developments in the banking sector, particularly the implementation of the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework, also contributed to the selling pressure.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge in Early Trade, Maruti Jumps 4%

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge in Early Trade, Maruti Jumps 4%

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Sensex drops over 300 points, Nifty declines amid IT sell-off, rising crude

Sensex drops over 300 points, Nifty declines amid IT sell-off, rising crude

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower, primarily due to a sharp sell-off in IT stocks, a fresh surge in crude oil prices, and sustained outflows from foreign institutional investors. The Sensex dropped over 300 points, while the Nifty declined by 77.95 points.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 in Green Amid Easing Geopolitical Tensions

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 in Green Amid Easing Geopolitical Tensions

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty50 fall in early trade dragged by IT firms

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty50 fall in early trade dragged by IT firms

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a decline in early trade, ending a three-day rally, primarily due to heavy selling in IT stocks and concerns over prolonged instability in West Asia.

Stock markets today: Equities Gain as Hopes for West Asia Resolution Rise

Stock markets today: Equities Gain as Hopes for West Asia Resolution Rise

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rallied in early trade, driven by reports of a second round of talks between the US and Iran, which are fostering hopes for a resolution to the West Asia conflict, coupled with Brent crude oil prices trading below the USD 100 per barrel mark.

Sensex, Nifty Extend Losses as Surging Oil Prices and IT Sell-off Hit Markets

Sensex, Nifty Extend Losses as Surging Oil Prices and IT Sell-off Hit Markets

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled over 1 per cent for the third consecutive day, driven by a sharp rally in crude oil prices, massive selling in IT stocks, and unabated foreign fund outflows amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 in Red as Oil Price Surge above $120 per Barrel

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 in Red as Oil Price Surge above $120 per Barrel

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant slump in early trade, driven by a sharp surge in crude oil prices above USD 120 per barrel, weak global market trends, and continued foreign fund outflows.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble as West Asia Conflict & PM Modi's Austerity Appeal Spook Investors

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Tumble as West Asia Conflict & PM Modi's Austerity Appeal Spook Investors

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Indian stock markets experienced a significant sell-off, with the Sensex tumbling over 1,300 points, driven by escalating crude oil prices due to US-Iran tensions and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for austerity measures, which amplified investor concerns about India's economic outlook.

Sensex, Nifty rebound; RIL leads gains

Sensex, Nifty rebound; RIL leads gains

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded on Wednesday, recovering intraday losses, primarily driven by strong fag-end buying and a significant rally in blue-chip Reliance Industries.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on Gains in Banking Stocks

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on Gains in Banking Stocks

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Indian Equities Bounce Back: Sensex Jumps 639 Pts, Nifty Up 194 Pts

Indian Equities Bounce Back: Sensex Jumps 639 Pts, Nifty Up 194 Pts

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded nearly 1 per cent, snapping a three-day decline, driven by rallies in Reliance Industries and Sun Pharma, alongside positive global market trends and easing geopolitical tensions.

FPIs withdraw nearly Rs 33,000 crore in May, total outflow crosses Rs 2.25 lakh crore in 2026

FPIs withdraw nearly Rs 33,000 crore in May, total outflow crosses Rs 2.25 lakh crore in 2026

Rediff.com4 days ago

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) withdrew nearly Rs 33,000 crore from Indian equities in May, bringing the total outflow for 2026 to Rs 2.25 lakh crore, driven by weak earnings growth, rupee depreciation, and more attractive opportunities in other global markets.

Mark Mobius: The Champion of Emerging Markets

Mark Mobius: The Champion of Emerging Markets

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

'Mobius made EMs investable and India his most enduring belief.'

West Asia Tensions Drive Crude Oil To Record Highs

West Asia Tensions Drive Crude Oil To Record Highs

Rediff.com1 days ago

Crude oil prices reached a new record high in futures trade, both domestically and internationally, as escalating military tensions between the US and Iran in West Asia continue to fuel market volatility. Diplomatic efforts concerning the Strait of Hormuz are being closely watched for potential price stabilisation.

Sensex and Nifty Surge on Metal and Auto Rally

Sensex and Nifty Surge on Metal and Auto Rally

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty rallied for the second consecutive day, closing nearly 1 per cent higher, driven by gains in metal and auto sectors and positive global market trends.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge as US-Iran Tensions Ease

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge as US-Iran Tensions Ease

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Tumble on Fresh Tensions in West Asia

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Tumble on Fresh Tensions in West Asia

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Indian equities on Dalal Street saw volatility as global market trends and fresh tariff concerns linked to Donald Trump impacted investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for April 9, 2026.

Sensex Jumps 919 Points as Financial Stocks Lead Market Rebound

Sensex Jumps 919 Points as Financial Stocks Lead Market Rebound

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged over 1 per cent, with the Sensex jumping 918.60 points, driven by strong buying in banking and financial counters and a positive trend in global equities, fuelled by hopes of easing West Asia tensions.

US-Iran Conflict, Crude Oil Price to Dictate Dalal Street Trends

US-Iran Conflict, Crude Oil Price to Dictate Dalal Street Trends

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Analysts predict that the ongoing US-Iran conflict, fluctuations in crude oil prices, and foreign institutional investor (FII) flows will be the primary factors influencing Dalal Street this week, with inflation concerns adding to investor anxiety.

Stock markets end higher on rally in Infosys shares

Stock markets end higher on rally in Infosys shares

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, State Bank of India, UltraTech Cement and HDFC Bank were also among the gainers. In contrast, Eternal, Asian Paints, Bharat Electronics, Sun Pharma and Maruti were among the laggards.

Stock Market Today March 24, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on US-Iran Relief

Stock Market Today March 24, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on US-Iran Relief

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Sensex gains nearly 790 points, driven by telecom and banking sector buying

Sensex gains nearly 790 points, driven by telecom and banking sector buying

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Indian stock markets saw a significant rebound, with the Sensex jumping nearly 790 points, primarily fuelled by strong buying interest in telecom, pharma, and private banking shares, despite a volatile trading session and a weakening rupee.

Indian markets brace for volatility amid RBI policy, West Asia tensions

Indian markets brace for volatility amid RBI policy, West Asia tensions

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

The Indian stock market is poised for a volatile week, influenced by the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy decision, crucial global macroeconomic data, and the escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, according to market analysts.

Power Sector Energised by Strong Demand, Capex, Driving Stocks to New Highs

Power Sector Energised by Strong Demand, Capex, Driving Stocks to New Highs

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shares of power generation-related companies surged on Wednesday, with the BSE Power index hitting a new high of 8,497, driven by strong demand, robust order books, and significant capital expenditure announcements from key players like Hitachi Energy India, Adani Green Energy, and CG Power and Industrial Solutions.

Why Are Small, Midcaps Galloping?

Why Are Small, Midcaps Galloping?

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Small- and midcap stocks have delivered their biggest monthly rally in 12 years, but rising oil prices and global tensions could make the road ahead volatile.

Stock Market Crash: Sensex plunges 1,690 pts, Nifty drops below 22,850

Stock Market Crash: Sensex plunges 1,690 pts, Nifty drops below 22,850

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Indian stock markets tumbled sharply with the Sensex falling 800 points and nearly 4 lakh crore wiped out in a single session. Here are the 6 key factors, including rupee weakness and global cues, behind the crash.

Silver, gold rally falters as West Asia tensions resurface

Silver, gold rally falters as West Asia tensions resurface

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Gold and silver prices saw a significant decline in the national capital, with silver falling by Rs 7,800 to Rs 2.43 lakh per kilogram and gold by Rs 1,500 to Rs 1.54 lakh per 10 grams, as investors booked profits amid persistent doubts over the durability of the West Asia ceasefire.

Defence Stocks Soar on Geopolitical Tensions, Indigenisation Push

Defence Stocks Soar on Geopolitical Tensions, Indigenisation Push

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Indian defence stocks have seen an average year-on-year gain of 67 per cent, driven by renewed interest following 'Operation Sindoor' and a broader increase in global geopolitical tensions, with the combined market capitalisation of 18 firms increasing by approximately 2.3 trillion.

Rupee rises 23 paise to settle at 92.91 against US dollar

Rupee rises 23 paise to settle at 92.91 against US dollar

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Indian rupee appreciated by 23 paise to settle at 92.91 against the US dollar, driven by a weakening American currency, retreating crude oil prices, and renewed foreign institutional investor (FII) inflows amid increasing hopes of easing geopolitical tensions.

Indian Equities Rebound: BSE 500 Up 12.1% in April Amidst Geopolitical Risks

Indian Equities Rebound: BSE 500 Up 12.1% in April Amidst Geopolitical Risks

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Indian equities are experiencing their sharpest rebound in years, with the BSE 500 index rallying 12.1 per cent so far this month, echoing Covid-era recoveries despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and earnings risks.

Why It Is Time To Double Your SIPs

Why It Is Time To Double Your SIPs

Rediff.com22 May 2026

'You set up your SIPs and you do not touch them. Not during COVID, not during a war scare, not when your neighbour tells you the market is finished. You let the noise pass over you.' 'The beauty of this approach is that it does not require courage or conviction in the moment. It just requires inertia -- keep the SIP running and do not look at your portfolio too often.'

DII holdings in Nifty 500 hit record 20.9%, FPIs' slid to a new low in Q4

DII holdings in Nifty 500 hit record 20.9%, FPIs' slid to a new low in Q4

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) have significantly increased their holdings in Nifty 500 companies, reaching a record 20.9 per cent by the end of March, while Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) reduced their ownership to an all-time low of 17.1 per cent, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly 1 per cent higher, marking their third consecutive day of gains, supported by a slight decrease in crude oil prices and positive global market trends.

Investors' wealth eroded nearly Rs 7 lakh cr as markets slumped

Investors' wealth eroded nearly Rs 7 lakh cr as markets slumped

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

The BSE Sensex plummeted 1,236 points, wiping out nearly Rs 7 lakh crore in investor wealth, driven by escalating tensions between the US and Iran and subsequent market selloff.

Is The World Moving Towards De-Dollarisation?

Is The World Moving Towards De-Dollarisation?

Rediff.com2 May 2026

India should not stay on the margins of this initiative. There should be a serious debate about what would be in India's best interests asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Indian Equities Rebound as FMCG, Auto Shares Advance Amid Earnings Optimism

Indian Equities Rebound as FMCG, Auto Shares Advance Amid Earnings Optimism

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty surged nearly 1 per cent, driven by strong earnings reports from FMCG and auto sectors, alongside a rally in Asian markets and signs of de-escalation in geopolitical tensions.

TVS Motor set for continued outperformance driven by EVs, premium bikes, and exports

TVS Motor set for continued outperformance driven by EVs, premium bikes, and exports

Rediff.com15 May 2026

TVS Motor Company is strategically positioned for sustained outperformance in the domestic two-wheeler industry, propelled by increasing market share in scooters, premium motorcycles, electric vehicles (EVs), and robust export growth, according to analysts.

West Asia conflict, crude oil prices to steer stock markets this week

West Asia conflict, crude oil prices to steer stock markets this week

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Analysts predict that developments in West Asia and their impact on crude oil prices will heavily influence investor sentiment in the upcoming week. Global market trends, foreign investor activity, and rupee-dollar movement will also play a role.